Texas Charity Shuttered By Authorities | The NonProfit Times

Texas Charity Shuttered By Authorities | The NonProfit Times: A Texas nonprofit that was not authorized to process immigration cases has been shuttered and its leaders ordered to pay restitution and penalties of more than a half-million dollars.

The Texas Attorney General’s Office announced that it secured an agreed final judgment and permanent injunction against Cristo Vive in Austin, Texas for providing unauthorized legal services in the Travis County area. The state filed an “enforcement action” in August 2012 against the organization for violating the Texas Deceptive Trade Practices Act and the Notary Public Act by unlawfully representing they were legally authorized to process immigration cases before federal authorities. State investigators later discovered that the defendants were neither licensed attorneys nor accredited to offer immigration-related legal services.

CEO Salaries Rose 2% in 2011, Says Study - News - The Chronicle of Philanthropy- Connecting the nonprofit world with news, jobs, and ideas

CEO Salaries Rose 2% in 2011, Says Study - News - The Chronicle of Philanthropy- Connecting the nonprofit world with news, jobs, and ideas: Pay for nonprofit chief executives continued to inch upward in 2011, after years of holding steady during the downturn, according to a new study of pay at 95,000 organizations.

The median increase for all chief executives was 2 percent in 2011, compared with 1.6 percent in 2010. But that uptick, which barely kept pace with inflation, still represents a more sluggish pace of growth than the typical 4- to 6-percent increases nonprofit leaders typically received before the recession hit in 2008.

3 Secrets to Getting Your Donor Thank You Out in 48 Hours - Clairification

3 Secrets to Getting Your Donor Thank You Out in 48 Hours - Clairification: Gosh dang it! How on earth do you develop a system that assures thank you’s really get out in 48 hours?

Washington County day of giving raises nearly $400,000

Observer-Reporter | Washington County day of giving raises nearly $400,000: Washington County’s first “day of giving” to benefit local charities raised nearly $400,000 in a 12-hour online campaign Tuesday.

The sum represents gifts from more than 1,000 donors in the fundraiser sponsored by Washington County Community Foundation, according to the organization’s website.

Organizational Growth: Taking Your Nonprofit to the Next Level : Page 1 of 2 : FundRaising Success

Organizational Growth: Taking Your Nonprofit to the Next Level : Page 1 of 2 : FundRaising Success: How many nonprofits have you been associated with that have a dream to be bigger — and not just a little larger in overall operation but really big? And how many nonprofits have you been associated with that have actually done it?

YOU are the reason for your results | Reinier Spruit |

YOU are the reason for your results | Reinier Spruit |: Today I want to share what I think is the single most important ingredient for fundraising success. This ingredient can make it, or break it. It’s the multiplier effect. It’s the most powerful element in your fundraising program. Every fundraising program has at least one, some have more, but nobody seems to have enough. Some are good. Some are considered good, but are in fact not.

You’ve guessed it. I’m talking about The Fundraiser. Yes, you.

'100 Women' prove how a little time and money can achieve great things - News-Sentinel.com

'100 Women' prove how a little time and money can achieve great things - News-Sentinel.com: What an impact you can make for just a little money and time!” exclaimed Marilyn Groves, one of the founding members of the local chapter of “100 Women Who Care,” one of more than 50 chapters in this country and others operating on a concept that is simultaneously simple and effective

Does Social Responsibility Increase Financial Performance?

Does Social Responsibility Increase Financial Performance?: Companies approach CSR in many different ways. Some take a broad approach by making donations to a number of different causes, others tackle one specific problem (such as fuel emissions or poverty), still others integrate CSR into all aspects of their operations.

While companies that implement CSR undoubtedly help advance social goals, the impact on shareholder value is debatable. However, a closer look at CSR companies' performance gives investors hints as to whether CSR increases shareholder wealth or decreases it.

Burnout, Chunking, and the 100-Hours Rule

Burnout, Chunking, and the 100-Hours Rule: rant's favorite behavior is giving. But givers can get burned out after a while. Surprisingly, Grant says the answer may not be doing less or going on vacation, but actually doing more. Or getting inspired again. Or chunking your giving into a shorter time frame rather than sprinkling it over a long time.

Three Ways Crowdfunding Can Support Traditional Fundraising Campaigns

Three Ways Crowdfunding Can Support Traditional Fundraising Campaigns: Modern crowdfunding first emerged in 1997 when the British rock band, Marillion, used online fan donations to fund a $60,000 reunion tour. In 2000, ArtistShare became the first official crowdfunding platform.

Today, Crowdsourcing.org's Industry Research Report predicts that the market will accelerate rapidly, reaching $16.6 billion by next year.

Local News :: Lake Stevens Journal

Local News :: Lake Stevens Journal: Five Snohomish County nonprofits will be learning about spaghetti charts, value stream mapping, kaizen and 5S over the next several months in an effort to streamline or “Lean” the delivery of services. The $25,000 in grants, funded by The Boeing Company and administered by United Way of Snohomish County, expands the number of nonprofits using the technique first pioneered by Toyota in the 70s.

$270-Million 9/11 Fund Pivots to Aid Others in Need - News - The Chronicle of Philanthropy- Connecting the nonprofit world with news, jobs, and ideas

$270-Million 9/11 Fund Pivots to Aid Others in Need - News - The Chronicle of Philanthropy- Connecting the nonprofit world with news, jobs, and ideas: nstead of closing its doors as other 9/11 charities have done, the organization is becoming a major benefactor in New York and beyond.

“Although the 9/11 families were our primary focus, we had the opportunity to take what we had learned from that community and use it in other natural disasters and emergencies and to assist other organizations that were giving direct services,” says Edie Lutnick, Cantor Fitzgerald Relief Fund’s chief executive. She and Cantor Fitzgerald’s CEO, Howard Lutnick, lost their brother Gary in the attacks.

Surviving Back-to-School Fundraising Season - US News and World Report

Surviving Back-to-School Fundraising Season - US News and World Report: Surviving Back-to-School Fundraising Season
A look at strategies for coping with kids selling wrapping paper, candy bars, coupon books and more

MSU dog rescue program achieves fundraising goal (Mississippi State University)

MSU dog rescue program achieves fundraising goal (Mississippi State University): STARKVILLE, Miss.--What began in 2007 as a small student effort at Mississippi State's College of Veterinary Medicine now is a highly organized program that has saved more than 3,200 dogs in Mississippi.

Now, thanks to the kindness of donors and a $26,000 grant from the ASPCA�, the university program is reaching a new level of success.

9/11 Memorial For Flight 93 Reaches Fundraising Goal, But Still Needs Money

9/11 Memorial For Flight 93 Reaches Fundraising Goal, But Still Needs Money: The National Park Foundation, the official charity arm of America’s national parks, announced this week ahead of the 12th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks that it had secured $40 million to design and build the Flight 93 National Memorial in Shanksville, Penn., the only national park dedicated to the events of Sept. 11, 2001. But while the National Park Service held a groundbreaking ceremony for the long-delayed project on Tuesday, the Flight Attendant Union Coalition gathered on Capitol Hill to request that members of Congress make voluntary personal contributions to close a $1.5 million funding gap.

She Gave Away $3 Billion Of Other People's Money - Forbes

She Gave Away $3 Billion Of Other People's Money - Forbes: As President and CEO of Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors (RPA), Melissa Berman has helped other people give away over $3 billion. RPA advises wealthy individual, family, corporate and foundation donors on strategic giving.

Top Local Millennial Nonprofit Of The Month (VOTE)

Top Local Millennial Nonprofit Of The Month (VOTE): A global nonprofit humanitarian trip or an afternoon spent volunteering with seniors can be a gateway for young people looking to make a difference.

For this month's Local Nonprofit of the Month contest, we are highlighting the work of millennials. We at HuffPost Impact have partnered with GreatNonprofits.org to recognize 10 local organizations helping empower young people who want to give back.

USPS Update: 7 Issues Mailers Need to Know : Page 1 of 2 : Target Marketing

USPS Update: 7 Issues Mailers Need to Know : Page 1 of 2 : Target Marketing: Direct mail remains an important part of many marketers' multichannel mix, capable of cutting through the electronic messaging clutter and driving strong ROI. However, direct mailers must adapt to the rapid changes taking place in the U.S. Postal Service, Opens in a new windowincluding evolving technology requirements and cost-cutting measures. Marketers also need to be aware of the financial challenges facing the USPS, and the Congressional support of Postal Service needs. Here are seven key issues forcing it to evolve.

New Charity Navigator Rating System Has Nonprofits Scrambling - News - The Chronicle of Philanthropy- Connecting the nonprofit world with news, jobs, and ideas

New Charity Navigator Rating System Has Nonprofits Scrambling - News - The Chronicle of Philanthropy- Connecting the nonprofit world with news, jobs, and ideas: ut soon Path, like all of the nonprofits that Charity Navigator rates, will have to do more than that to get good marks. It will also have to show that it measures whether its programs actually work.

Charity Navigator, long lambasted for focusing too much on financial criteria like how much an organization spends on overhead, has thrown its weight behind a growing movement to get charities to become more “results-oriented” and “evidence-based.” Its method: Try to get donors who look at its Web site to consider how effective a charity is when deciding where to give.

Small Ky. College Loses Landmark $250-Million Gift - Philanthropy Today - The Chronicle of Philanthropy- Connecting the nonprofit world with news, jobs, and ideas

Small Ky. College Loses Landmark $250-Million Gift - Philanthropy Today - The Chronicle of Philanthropy- Connecting the nonprofit world with news, jobs, and ideas: Comment (0)

Centre College, a small Kentucky institution, announced today that a $250-million gift it announced in July has been withdrawn, the Associated Press reports.

NAACP Leader Departs After 5 Years - News - The Chronicle of Philanthropy- Connecting the nonprofit world with news, jobs, and ideas

NAACP Leader Departs After 5 Years - News - The Chronicle of Philanthropy- Connecting the nonprofit world with news, jobs, and ideas: fter five years leading the NAACP, Benjamin Todd Jealous announced today that he is stepping down as president of the nation’s largest and oldest civil-rights group.

Mr. Jealous, 40, cites the effect of stress on his health, a need to spend more time with his family, and a desire to start a career in education as the reasons for his decision. (Read The Chronicle’s full coverage of Mr. Jealous’s legacy at NAACP.)

9/11 Commemorations and Memorials | USA.gov

9/11 Commemorations and Memorials | USA.gov: Honoring Victims

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On September 11, 2001, terrorists hijacked four commercial airliners to strike targets in the United States. Nearly 3,000 people died as a result of the attacks.

By presidential proclamation, Americans are called on to participate in a moment of silence beginning at 8:46 AM Eastern Daylight Time on September 11. They may also observe the day with ceremonies and activities, including remembrance services. Flags should be displayed at half-staff in honor of the individuals who lost their lives.

CLOSER LOOK: Spending costs of local United Way agencies | www.middletownjournal.com

CLOSER LOOK: Spending costs of local United Way agencies | www.middletownjournal.com: In recent years, there has been a public conversation about nonprofit overhead, or administrative costs, and the extent to which those costs should influence giving. Some believe low overhead is evidence of an efficiently-run operation. But advocates and those who work for nonprofits argue that donors should not use overhead as a measure of a nonprofit’s success, but rather its impact on the communities it serves.

Checkout Charity: How Do the Pennies Add Up? - NPQ - Nonprofit Quarterly

Checkout Charity: How Do the Pennies Add Up? - NPQ - Nonprofit Quarterly: If you’ve been to the grocery store lately, you were probably asked to donate to charity. Checkout charity campaigns are becoming an increasingly common way for nonprofits to raise funds and for corporations to indirectly contribute to good causes. The Cause Marketing Forum recently analyzed 63 campaigns that had each raised more than $1 million in 2012, a combined total of more than $358 million raised that year. (Their extensive list of campaigns follows at the end of this Newswire.)

Detroit Museum Amends Donor Policy to Safeguard Future Gifts - Philanthropy Today - The Chronicle of Philanthropy- Connecting the nonprofit world with news, jobs, and ideas

Detroit Museum Amends Donor Policy to Safeguard Future Gifts - Philanthropy Today - The Chronicle of Philanthropy- Connecting the nonprofit world with news, jobs, and ideas: The director of the Detroit Institute of Arts tells The Art Newspaper that the museum is changing the language of its donor agreement to ensure future donations cannot be used to alleviate Detroit’s financial woes.

“We are inserting into our deed of gift a line stating that from any sale of the work, the proceeds can only be used to buy more art,

What’s the Future of Planned Giving? | npENGAGE

What’s the Future of Planned Giving? | npENGAGE: "I was recently asked the question, “What do you see as the future of planned giving?” during a development professionals’ educational session.  Because the answer would have taken much more time than allotted, I promised to give the query some thought and respond through my blog."

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Not Very Giving - NYTimes.com

Not Very Giving - NYTimes.com: STANFORD, Calif. — AS school gets rolling across the country, many parents will be asked to make a large financial contribution to their children’s school. In Hillsborough, Calif., for example, parents receive a letter from the Hillsborough Schools Foundation in which the amount requested is $2,300 per child.

Non-Profit Online Fundraising Strategies from NPR - New Media Campaigns

Non-Profit Online Fundraising Strategies from NPR - New Media Campaigns: About 40% of NPR's $174 million annual budget comes from individual donations. That makes them one of the most consistently successful organizations at grassroots fundraising from individuals who are supportive and passionate about their mission. Public Radio listeners are familiar with the NPR Pledge Drives that will dominate a member station for a week at a time, encouraging people to call in with donations or give online. In addition to leveraging their on-air talent, the non-profit does a great job of cultivating donations online. Below are several things they're doing really well that can be adopted by any other organization who wants to raise money online from their network of supporters.

Registering Your Nonprofit in Other States: When Is It Necessary? |

Other State registration stories

Registering Your Nonprofit in Other States: When Is It Necessary? |: Given the increasingly global nature of markets, it might come as no surprise that even nonprofits sometimes seek to raise funds in places other than their home state. This is not uncommon in metropolitan areas that straddle state lines, where the concept of identifying with a state sometimes takes a backseat to identifying with a locality or region.

Currently, the majority of states (39) and the District of Columbia have laws specific to nonprofit fundraising activity that involve registration. Delaware, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, South Dakota, Texas, Vermont, and Wyoming, as of the time of this writing, do not.

Foundations need diversity in the C suite - Opinion - Crain's Chicago Business

Foundations need diversity in the C suite - Opinion - Crain's Chicago Business: ccording to data compiled by the Council on Foundations, only 4 percent of foundation CEOs nationwide are African-American and 7 percent of foundation trustees are African-American. These data are taken from a survey of less than 1 percent of U.S. foundations.

Nationwide, the number of African-American chief executives has remained stagnant. At best, the number of African-Americans leading Chicago-area foundations reflects national data on diversity in philanthropy.