Nike event raises funds for seven nonprofits - 2005-02-25 - The Business Journal of Portland: "Nike event raises funds for seven nonprofits
An event organized by Nike Inc.'s six employee diversity networks raised $150,000 to benefit seven nonprofits -- six located in Oregon"
Friday, February 25, 2005
onPhilanthropy - Robin Hood in a Pin-Striped Suit?
onPhilanthropy - Robin Hood in a Pin-Striped Suit?: "Robin Hood in a Pin-Striped Suit?
By: Carolyn Cavicchio, 02/25/05
In the wake of the tsunami that struck Southeast Asia in late December, a different kind of storm has blown up in Australia. It is a heated debate over corporate giving, and whether the tsunami-related giving of Australian companies actually violates the laws governing corporate behavior Down Under.
Although Australian law does not specifically define or control how companies should make charitable contributions in that country, there are specific corporate laws that require corporate leaders to make decisions in the best financial interests of the company�s shareholders. These laws have been interpreted by some � including the Australian Shareholders Association � as ruling out purely altruistic corporate giving. Instead, these critics argue, any charitable contributions made by Australian companies "
By: Carolyn Cavicchio, 02/25/05
In the wake of the tsunami that struck Southeast Asia in late December, a different kind of storm has blown up in Australia. It is a heated debate over corporate giving, and whether the tsunami-related giving of Australian companies actually violates the laws governing corporate behavior Down Under.
Although Australian law does not specifically define or control how companies should make charitable contributions in that country, there are specific corporate laws that require corporate leaders to make decisions in the best financial interests of the company�s shareholders. These laws have been interpreted by some � including the Australian Shareholders Association � as ruling out purely altruistic corporate giving. Instead, these critics argue, any charitable contributions made by Australian companies "
baltimoresun.com - Balto. Co. offers seminar on nonprofit groups
baltimoresun.com - Balto. Co. offers seminar on nonprofit groups: "Balto. Co. offers seminar on nonprofit groups
Free event scheduled on March 12 in Randallstown
By Baltimoresun.com Staff
Originally published February 25, 2005, 2:58 PM EST
The Baltimore County Office of Fair Practices and Community Affairs will sponsor a free seminar about nonprofit organizations on March 12 at the Liberty Family Resource Center in Randallstown, officials said today.
The seminar, titled 'How to Become a Non-profit/Tax-exempt Organization,' is scheduled from 8:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. at 3525 Resource Drive, off Liberty Road. It will provide information for community leaders, civic groups and others on how to become a nonprofit or tax-exempt organization through topics such as articles of incorporation, bylaws, boards of directors and tax-exempt status."
Free event scheduled on March 12 in Randallstown
By Baltimoresun.com Staff
Originally published February 25, 2005, 2:58 PM EST
The Baltimore County Office of Fair Practices and Community Affairs will sponsor a free seminar about nonprofit organizations on March 12 at the Liberty Family Resource Center in Randallstown, officials said today.
The seminar, titled 'How to Become a Non-profit/Tax-exempt Organization,' is scheduled from 8:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. at 3525 Resource Drive, off Liberty Road. It will provide information for community leaders, civic groups and others on how to become a nonprofit or tax-exempt organization through topics such as articles of incorporation, bylaws, boards of directors and tax-exempt status."
The Resource Alliance (formerly known as The International Fund Raising Group)
The Resource Alliance (formerly known as The International Fund Raising Group): "
In this region, which covers Latin America & the Caribbean, there have been 12 events since the first one was held in 1992.
Recent events
The First Hemispheric Congress on Fundraising was a collaboration between the Association of Fundraising Professionals and the Resource Alliance.
The Congress took place on 3-5th February 2005 at the Presidente InterContinental Hotel in Mexico City and attracted 455 delegates from across Latin America.
Delegates heard presentations and case studies from some of the leading fundraising practitioners in the region and from the US. Presentations and handouts from the sessions will be posted on the AFP website www.afpnet.org in Spanish, Portuguese and English. The Resource Alliance and AFP now plan to collaborate together on a second congress in 2006. The date and venue are yet to be agreed but will be announced in the next few months. "
In this region, which covers Latin America & the Caribbean, there have been 12 events since the first one was held in 1992.
Recent events
The First Hemispheric Congress on Fundraising was a collaboration between the Association of Fundraising Professionals and the Resource Alliance.
The Congress took place on 3-5th February 2005 at the Presidente InterContinental Hotel in Mexico City and attracted 455 delegates from across Latin America.
Delegates heard presentations and case studies from some of the leading fundraising practitioners in the region and from the US. Presentations and handouts from the sessions will be posted on the AFP website www.afpnet.org in Spanish, Portuguese and English. The Resource Alliance and AFP now plan to collaborate together on a second congress in 2006. The date and venue are yet to be agreed but will be announced in the next few months. "
The Resource Alliance (formerly known as The International Fund Raising Group)
The Resource Alliance (formerly known as The International Fund Raising Group): "DOUTORES DA ALEGRIA: THE CHALLENGE OF TURNING JOY INTO A TANGIBLE SOCIAL INVESTMENT
Doutores da Alegria (Doctors of Happiness) is Brazil�s pioneer organisation devoted to bringing joy to the lives of hospitalized children, their parents and health care workers through the art of clowning. Twice a week, six hours a day forty-eight weeks a year, thirty-seven professional artists visit children in twelve major hospitals of Brazil: seven in S�o Paulo, three in Recife and two in Rio de Janeiro - performing delightful parodies of medical routines on a one-on-one basis. These �clown-doctors� undergo a specific six-month training period, followed by constant reviews in medical and artistic protocol, which enables them to work in special units such as bone-marrow transplant, intensive care, burn and other areas where access is usually restricted to major public. "
Doutores da Alegria (Doctors of Happiness) is Brazil�s pioneer organisation devoted to bringing joy to the lives of hospitalized children, their parents and health care workers through the art of clowning. Twice a week, six hours a day forty-eight weeks a year, thirty-seven professional artists visit children in twelve major hospitals of Brazil: seven in S�o Paulo, three in Recife and two in Rio de Janeiro - performing delightful parodies of medical routines on a one-on-one basis. These �clown-doctors� undergo a specific six-month training period, followed by constant reviews in medical and artistic protocol, which enables them to work in special units such as bone-marrow transplant, intensive care, burn and other areas where access is usually restricted to major public. "
Editorial: BSU's frats headed in right direction
Editorial: BSU's frats headed in right direction: "Editorial: BSU's frats headed in right direction
If Ball State University's fraternity system is truly at a crossroads - as a recent Star Press report suggested - then the Greeks have taken the right fork.
Signs indicate that what the fraternity system lacks in numbers - overall membership has declined rapidly in the past decade - it is healthier from the standpoint of understanding its mission and getting back to traditional values.
Recent years have not been kind to BSU fraternities. Financial difficulties have caused some houses to close down, while a few have lost their charters due to hazing or drinking incidents"
If Ball State University's fraternity system is truly at a crossroads - as a recent Star Press report suggested - then the Greeks have taken the right fork.
Signs indicate that what the fraternity system lacks in numbers - overall membership has declined rapidly in the past decade - it is healthier from the standpoint of understanding its mission and getting back to traditional values.
Recent years have not been kind to BSU fraternities. Financial difficulties have caused some houses to close down, while a few have lost their charters due to hazing or drinking incidents"
El Universal Online-Charity unclear on its finances
El Universal Online: "Charity unclear on its finances
BY SARA SILVER /The Financial Times
February 25, 2005
First Lady Marta Sahag�n, has repeatedly denied using her philanthropic foundation to advance political ambitions. So it may be nothing more than coincidence that as the country moves towards elections next year, Vamos Mexico's media campaign has moved into high gear."
BY SARA SILVER /The Financial Times
February 25, 2005
First Lady Marta Sahag�n, has repeatedly denied using her philanthropic foundation to advance political ambitions. So it may be nothing more than coincidence that as the country moves towards elections next year, Vamos Mexico's media campaign has moved into high gear."
Pushy fundraising 'causing aggro' - Breaking News - http://www.smh.com.au
Pushy fundraising 'causing aggro' - Breaking News - http://www.smh.com.au: "Pushy fundraising 'causing aggro'
February 25, 2005 - 1:04PM
Australians are happy to give to charity but are fed up with aggressive marketing by non-profit organisations, a new government report has found.
The preliminary findings of the federal government's report, Giving Australia: Research on Philanthropy in Australia, showed most individuals were keen on charities that made a difference to their local community.
'There is a tendency towards supporting community welfare organisations, especially if people are seen to be relatively innocent victims such as children (or) animals,' the report said.
'People in regional communities want to give locally.'"
February 25, 2005 - 1:04PM
Australians are happy to give to charity but are fed up with aggressive marketing by non-profit organisations, a new government report has found.
The preliminary findings of the federal government's report, Giving Australia: Research on Philanthropy in Australia, showed most individuals were keen on charities that made a difference to their local community.
'There is a tendency towards supporting community welfare organisations, especially if people are seen to be relatively innocent victims such as children (or) animals,' the report said.
'People in regional communities want to give locally.'"
The Record - News - 02/25/2005 - Common sense can cut cord for shoddy operators
The Record - News - 02/25/2005 - Common sense can cut cord for shoddy operators: "Common sense can cut cord for shoddy operators
The Record 02/25/2005
Countless news articles, editorials and public service announcements have attempted to warn people about the wily snares set by sleazy telemarketers, but still the crafty companies manage to bilk thousands upon thousands of dollars annually from people who must have missed the message.
And it's never excess to repeat a warning that can save people money, so here we go again.
If you get a phone call from a person who identifies himself as a member of a police force or fire department seeking donations for a good cause, do not pass go, do not let them collect $200"
The Record 02/25/2005
Countless news articles, editorials and public service announcements have attempted to warn people about the wily snares set by sleazy telemarketers, but still the crafty companies manage to bilk thousands upon thousands of dollars annually from people who must have missed the message.
And it's never excess to repeat a warning that can save people money, so here we go again.
If you get a phone call from a person who identifies himself as a member of a police force or fire department seeking donations for a good cause, do not pass go, do not let them collect $200"
A corporate citizen - Express Computer
A corporate citizen - Express Computer: "Hot Seat
A corporate citizen
Sanjiv Tandon, the head of BPO operations for Xansa India, lives and expounds the true spirit of corporate citizenship, says Sudipta Dev
Philanthropy might not be an uncommon trait among corporate leaders, but there are very few who have successfully managed to share their personal passion for social welfare in their organisation. The Noida centre head of Xansa India, Sanjiv Tandon, is among them. Tandon also heads the BPO operations of the company in India. For him, the greatest motivating factor is the strong sense of corporate social responsibility (CSR) that drives Xansa�s commitment to help create a thriving and prosperous society."
A corporate citizen
Sanjiv Tandon, the head of BPO operations for Xansa India, lives and expounds the true spirit of corporate citizenship, says Sudipta Dev
Philanthropy might not be an uncommon trait among corporate leaders, but there are very few who have successfully managed to share their personal passion for social welfare in their organisation. The Noida centre head of Xansa India, Sanjiv Tandon, is among them. Tandon also heads the BPO operations of the company in India. For him, the greatest motivating factor is the strong sense of corporate social responsibility (CSR) that drives Xansa�s commitment to help create a thriving and prosperous society."
Cheer for Charity benefits United Way
Cheer for Charity benefits United Way: "Cheer for Charity benefits United Way
By Dana Wallace
Thursday, February 24, 2005
Ever since she was a little girl, Chelsey Northern has been interested in charity work. Four years ago, she combined that interest with her love of cheerleading to create Cheer for Charity, an annual exhibition that benefits United Way.
The March 6 event at Robinson High School's gymnasium gives area cheerleading squads and dance teams an opportunity to perform for family and friends.
'There's no pressure on them because they don't have to do good for any judges,' said Chelsey, a senior at Robinson High. 'They're just out there to have fun.'
The event has continued to grow, she said, estimating last year's attendance at about 800 spectators. 'When we first got into it, we didn't think it was going to be nearly as big as (it is). It turned out it just kept growing and growing.' "
By Dana Wallace
Thursday, February 24, 2005
Ever since she was a little girl, Chelsey Northern has been interested in charity work. Four years ago, she combined that interest with her love of cheerleading to create Cheer for Charity, an annual exhibition that benefits United Way.
The March 6 event at Robinson High School's gymnasium gives area cheerleading squads and dance teams an opportunity to perform for family and friends.
'There's no pressure on them because they don't have to do good for any judges,' said Chelsey, a senior at Robinson High. 'They're just out there to have fun.'
The event has continued to grow, she said, estimating last year's attendance at about 800 spectators. 'When we first got into it, we didn't think it was going to be nearly as big as (it is). It turned out it just kept growing and growing.' "
Databases Called Lax With Personal Information (washingtonpost.com)
Databases Called Lax With Personal Information (washingtonpost.com): "Databases Called Lax With Personal Information
By Jonathan Krim
Washington Post Staff Writer
Friday, February 25, 2005; Page E01
The Social Security numbers of millions of Americans, including Vice President Cheney and celebrity heiress Paris Hilton, are available to many subscribers of a widely used information database company, U.S. Sen. Charles E. Schumer (D-N.Y.) charged yesterday.
Schumer called one feature offered by Westlaw an 'egregious' invitation to identity theft. The 'People-Find' feature lets some Westlaw users type in any name and receive personal data about that individual, culled from public records, including addresses and Social Security numbers. "
By Jonathan Krim
Washington Post Staff Writer
Friday, February 25, 2005; Page E01
The Social Security numbers of millions of Americans, including Vice President Cheney and celebrity heiress Paris Hilton, are available to many subscribers of a widely used information database company, U.S. Sen. Charles E. Schumer (D-N.Y.) charged yesterday.
Schumer called one feature offered by Westlaw an 'egregious' invitation to identity theft. The 'People-Find' feature lets some Westlaw users type in any name and receive personal data about that individual, culled from public records, including addresses and Social Security numbers. "
SocietyGuardian.co.uk | Society | Report hails commitment of volunteers
SocietyGuardian.co.uk | Society | Report hails commitment of volunteers: "Report hails commitment of volunteers
Rebecca Smithers, education editor
Wednesday February 23, 2005
An army of full-time adult volunteers is providing an essential, unpaid lifeline to public services such as health, social services and education, according to a new report published today.
More than 11,000 volunteers have committed the equivalent of 6,000 years of their time through the UK's largest volunteering and training charity, CSV, it claimed today.
The report showed the extent of volunteer support for young offenders, homeless people, adults with learning difficulties and carers. "
Rebecca Smithers, education editor
Wednesday February 23, 2005
An army of full-time adult volunteers is providing an essential, unpaid lifeline to public services such as health, social services and education, according to a new report published today.
More than 11,000 volunteers have committed the equivalent of 6,000 years of their time through the UK's largest volunteering and training charity, CSV, it claimed today.
The report showed the extent of volunteer support for young offenders, homeless people, adults with learning difficulties and carers. "
SocietyGuardian.co.uk | Society | A question of trusts
SocietyGuardian.co.uk | Society | A question of trusts: "A question of trusts
The voluntary sector should not have been given the green light to take a leading role in public service delivery, says Nick Cater
Friday February 25, 2005
The Charity Commission ruling that charities can take on the legally-required functions of local councils - including maintenance of graveyards - is a dangerous precedent for the public, voluntary and even private sector. "
The voluntary sector should not have been given the green light to take a leading role in public service delivery, says Nick Cater
Friday February 25, 2005
The Charity Commission ruling that charities can take on the legally-required functions of local councils - including maintenance of graveyards - is a dangerous precedent for the public, voluntary and even private sector. "
Thursday, February 24, 2005
Ten Common Mistakes of Nonprofit Start-Ups
Robert DeMartinis is an AFP member and this is his website column on http:// nonprofit.about.com
Ten Common Mistakes of Nonprofit Start-Ups: "Top 10 Common Mistakes of Nonprofit Start-Ups
Guide Picks
From Robert DeMartinis,
Your Guide to Nonprofit Charitable Orgs.
Stay up to date!
Ten Common Mistakes of a 501(c)(3) Nonprofit Start-Up:
1) Poor Initial Research
While passion for your cause may be strong, research is essential before determining if a need exists for a new organization to address it. Can the need be addressed if you partner with an existing organization? Do you have any idea of the operational aspects of a nonprofit organization? Would the organization qualify for tax-exempt status? Read everything you can before starting"
Ten Common Mistakes of Nonprofit Start-Ups: "Top 10 Common Mistakes of Nonprofit Start-Ups
Guide Picks
From Robert DeMartinis,
Your Guide to Nonprofit Charitable Orgs.
Stay up to date!
Ten Common Mistakes of a 501(c)(3) Nonprofit Start-Up:
1) Poor Initial Research
While passion for your cause may be strong, research is essential before determining if a need exists for a new organization to address it. Can the need be addressed if you partner with an existing organization? Do you have any idea of the operational aspects of a nonprofit organization? Would the organization qualify for tax-exempt status? Read everything you can before starting"
Press Release SFO Magazine to Host Barbara Bush on March 17, 2005
SFO Magazine to Host Barbara Bush on March 17, 2005: "CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 24, 2005--SFO(TM) magazine, the Official Journal for Personal Investing in Stocks, Futures and Options(TM), presents former first lady Barbara Bush in its 'American Heroes' series of keynote speakers at the annual Futures Industry Association (FIA) international conference in Boca Raton, Florida. Mrs. Bush will speak at an SFO-sponsored luncheon on Thursday, March 17.
Mrs. Bush has continued her longstanding commitment to philanthropy and will address the importance of corporate and personal support to charitable endeavors, as SFO magazine provides the platform for her to share her strong opinions of the importance of dedicating oneself to the greater good. Self described as 'Everybody's Grandmother,' Mrs. Bush chose promotion of literacy as her cause when her husband President George H.W. Bush was vice president. She has stated that a literate America is 'the most important issue we have.' Her dedication to this and to other critical causes including homelessness, AIDS, the elderly, and school volunteer programs is evidenced by her day-to-day involvement with them and by her role as Honorary Chairman of the Barbara Bush Foundation for Family Literacy"
Mrs. Bush has continued her longstanding commitment to philanthropy and will address the importance of corporate and personal support to charitable endeavors, as SFO magazine provides the platform for her to share her strong opinions of the importance of dedicating oneself to the greater good. Self described as 'Everybody's Grandmother,' Mrs. Bush chose promotion of literacy as her cause when her husband President George H.W. Bush was vice president. She has stated that a literate America is 'the most important issue we have.' Her dedication to this and to other critical causes including homelessness, AIDS, the elderly, and school volunteer programs is evidenced by her day-to-day involvement with them and by her role as Honorary Chairman of the Barbara Bush Foundation for Family Literacy"
Foreign Policy: Diagnosis for Disaster
Foreign Policy: Diagnosis for Disaster: "Diagnosis for Disaster
Page 1 of 2
Posted February 2004
While the rest of the aid community was holding concerts and fundraising drives for the victims of the recent tsunami in South Asia, Doctors Without Borders/M�decins Sans Fronti�res (MSF) called on the public to stop donating to its tsunami relief fund, as it had raised all the money it needed. FP spoke with Nicolas de Torrent�, executive director of MSF in the United States, about the public�s response to disaster relief, the dangerous world aid workers inhabit, and how the United States is inadvertently putting aid workers in the cross hairs.
FOREIGN POLICY: Why did MSF ask people to "
Page 1 of 2
Posted February 2004
While the rest of the aid community was holding concerts and fundraising drives for the victims of the recent tsunami in South Asia, Doctors Without Borders/M�decins Sans Fronti�res (MSF) called on the public to stop donating to its tsunami relief fund, as it had raised all the money it needed. FP spoke with Nicolas de Torrent�, executive director of MSF in the United States, about the public�s response to disaster relief, the dangerous world aid workers inhabit, and how the United States is inadvertently putting aid workers in the cross hairs.
FOREIGN POLICY: Why did MSF ask people to "
L.A. Daily News - News
L.A. Daily News - News: "SAN FERNANDO -- A proposal to strengthen the city's conflict of interest rules was temporarily quashed this week when the council majority voted to postpone any changes until after the March 8 election.
The council on Tuesday voted down a proposal 3-2 that would have prohibited council members from participating in or voting on contracts to nonprofits that they either work for or serve "
The council on Tuesday voted down a proposal 3-2 that would have prohibited council members from participating in or voting on contracts to nonprofits that they either work for or serve "
Douglas County Bank
Douglas County Bank: "SIR HENRY Raeburn's Reverend Robert Walker skating on Duddingston Loch would shiver - and not because of the cold. For this weekend, the Scottish art world will be getting terribly excited about a man who painted a few tins of soup.
Granted, that man was Andy Warhol - and he will be the focus of a huge party on Saturday night which aims to attract the next generation of art lovers with deep pockets - but the atmosphere, promised to be one of 'high camp', is still a far cry from the traditional, somewhat fusty image of The National Galleries of Scotland.
The party is a special pilot event which will see 250 of the country's young movers and shakers crowd the Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art. Invited guests include the actor Ewen Bremner and Prince William's former girlfriend Kate Middleton. The new Duke and Duchess of Argyll and Lord Matt Sinclair will also make up the numbers - Scottish bluebloods light-years from reaching their dotage. Should the event prove a success, then a pioneering membership scheme called 'The Associates' will be unveiled in May costing GBP 50 per year and directed at those in their twenties, thirties and forties. "
Granted, that man was Andy Warhol - and he will be the focus of a huge party on Saturday night which aims to attract the next generation of art lovers with deep pockets - but the atmosphere, promised to be one of 'high camp', is still a far cry from the traditional, somewhat fusty image of The National Galleries of Scotland.
The party is a special pilot event which will see 250 of the country's young movers and shakers crowd the Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art. Invited guests include the actor Ewen Bremner and Prince William's former girlfriend Kate Middleton. The new Duke and Duchess of Argyll and Lord Matt Sinclair will also make up the numbers - Scottish bluebloods light-years from reaching their dotage. Should the event prove a success, then a pioneering membership scheme called 'The Associates' will be unveiled in May costing GBP 50 per year and directed at those in their twenties, thirties and forties. "
A Higher Reward - CFO.com -A Higher Reward Voluntarism Attracts a New Breed Of 'Financial Angel'
A Higher Reward - CFO.com: "A Higher Reward
Voluntarism Attracts a New Breed Of 'Financial Angel'
Joseph McCafferty, CFO Magazine
August 01, 1997
When the New York chapter of the Financial Executives Institute first made the phone call offering assistance to the city's Catholic school system, Monsignor Thomas Bergin was apprehensive. The FEI group was starting a volunteer program for its members, then�chapter president H. Stephen Grace Jr. told the archdiocese vicar for education, and wanted to lend the schools some financial expertise. 'Put it in writing,' was the priest's guarded response."
Voluntarism Attracts a New Breed Of 'Financial Angel'
Joseph McCafferty, CFO Magazine
August 01, 1997
When the New York chapter of the Financial Executives Institute first made the phone call offering assistance to the city's Catholic school system, Monsignor Thomas Bergin was apprehensive. The FEI group was starting a volunteer program for its members, then�chapter president H. Stephen Grace Jr. told the archdiocese vicar for education, and wanted to lend the schools some financial expertise. 'Put it in writing,' was the priest's guarded response."
New Budget Contains Little Support for Canada's Charitable Sector
New Budget Contains Little Support for Canada's Charitable Sector: "Press ReleaseSource: Association of Fundraising Professionals
New Budget Contains Little Support for Canada's Charitable Sector
Thursday February 24, 11:02 am ET
OTTAWA, Feb. 24 /CNW/ -- The Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) today expressed disappointment about the lack of support related to charities and charitable fundraising contained in the 2005 federal budget released late yesterday."
New Budget Contains Little Support for Canada's Charitable Sector
Thursday February 24, 11:02 am ET
OTTAWA, Feb. 24 /CNW/ -- The Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) today expressed disappointment about the lack of support related to charities and charitable fundraising contained in the 2005 federal budget released late yesterday."
AP Wire | 02/24/2005 | Jacksonville couple gets 18 months for stealing from charity
AP Wire | 02/24/2005 | Jacksonville couple gets 18 months for stealing from charity: "Jacksonville couple gets 18 months for stealing from charity
Associated Press
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - An employee who said she embezzled $200,000 from a charity to support her abusive husband's cocaine habit has been sentenced to 18 months in federal prison. Her husband received the same sentence."
Associated Press
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - An employee who said she embezzled $200,000 from a charity to support her abusive husband's cocaine habit has been sentenced to 18 months in federal prison. Her husband received the same sentence."
Canada NewsWire Group-Attention Business Editor: New Budget Contains Little Support for Canada's Charitable Sector
Canada NewsWire Group: "Attention Business Editor:
New Budget Contains Little Support for Canada's Charitable Sector
OTTAWA, Feb. 24 /CNW/ -- The Association of Fundraising
Professionals (AFP) today expressed disappointment about the lack of support
related to charities and charitable fundraising contained in the 2005 federal
budget released late yesterday.
While AFP remains optimistic about the government's interest in charities
and its willingness to support them, the new budget barely mentions the sector
and ignores several proposals made by AFP and other representatives of the
nonprofit sector during recent Pre-Budget Consultations.
During the Consultations in November 2004, AFP recommended the complete
elimination of the capital gains tax on all gifts of qualified securities and
appreciated assets, including real estate, to charity. It also called for the
adoption of a government-sponsored day to recognize and increase public
awareness of philanthropy and charitable giving."
New Budget Contains Little Support for Canada's Charitable Sector
OTTAWA, Feb. 24 /CNW/ -- The Association of Fundraising
Professionals (AFP) today expressed disappointment about the lack of support
related to charities and charitable fundraising contained in the 2005 federal
budget released late yesterday.
While AFP remains optimistic about the government's interest in charities
and its willingness to support them, the new budget barely mentions the sector
and ignores several proposals made by AFP and other representatives of the
nonprofit sector during recent Pre-Budget Consultations.
During the Consultations in November 2004, AFP recommended the complete
elimination of the capital gains tax on all gifts of qualified securities and
appreciated assets, including real estate, to charity. It also called for the
adoption of a government-sponsored day to recognize and increase public
awareness of philanthropy and charitable giving."
UNI : Corporate Social Responsibility: It is more than numbers
UNI : Corporate Social Responsibility: It is more than numbers: "Corporate Social Responsibility: It is more than numbers
Speaking at a major international conference in Vienna on Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) UNI General Secretary, Philip J. Jennings, said the global business community is only just beginning its journey to become better corporate citizens.
In addressing the theme CSR and the information society he remembered that we had already seen two global business crashes since the birth of the information revolution. 'First we had the Asian financial crisis where overnight funds were withdrawn from nations bringing national economies to their knees. Then came the bursting of the hi-tech bubble in the USA, which set off another contagion in financial markets world wide.'"
Speaking at a major international conference in Vienna on Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) UNI General Secretary, Philip J. Jennings, said the global business community is only just beginning its journey to become better corporate citizens.
In addressing the theme CSR and the information society he remembered that we had already seen two global business crashes since the birth of the information revolution. 'First we had the Asian financial crisis where overnight funds were withdrawn from nations bringing national economies to their knees. Then came the bursting of the hi-tech bubble in the USA, which set off another contagion in financial markets world wide.'"
Senate votes to require disclosure of gift card fees, expirations
Senate votes to require disclosure of gift card fees, expirations: "Senate votes to require disclosure of gift card fees, expirations
Paul Davenport
Associated Press
Feb. 23, 2005 02:53 PM
A bill passed by the Senate would require businesses selling gift cards to consumers in Arizona to clearly disclose any expiration dates and fees for not using the cards within a specified time.
The Senate's 26-4 vote on Wednesday sent the bill (SB1299) to the House.
Supporters, including the Arizona Consumers Council and Attorney General Terry Goddard, say the bill would protect consumers by letting them know, before they buy cards, that such provisions can apply. advertisement"
Paul Davenport
Associated Press
Feb. 23, 2005 02:53 PM
A bill passed by the Senate would require businesses selling gift cards to consumers in Arizona to clearly disclose any expiration dates and fees for not using the cards within a specified time.
The Senate's 26-4 vote on Wednesday sent the bill (SB1299) to the House.
Supporters, including the Arizona Consumers Council and Attorney General Terry Goddard, say the bill would protect consumers by letting them know, before they buy cards, that such provisions can apply. advertisement"
The Union Leader and New Hampshire Sunday News - 24-Feb-05 - AG's office to assist state's many nonprofits
The Union Leader and New Hampshire Sunday News - 24-Feb-05 - AG's office to assist state's many nonprofits: "AG's office to assist state's many nonprofits
By DENIS PAISTE
Union Leader Staff
CONCORD � Officials laid out a plan Monday to strengthen governance in the state's $12.5 billion nonprofit sector through a program of legal guidelines, training, consistency and continuing research.
'Clearly what's needed are high standards, effective oversight and transparency,' said Harold Janeway, chairman of the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation board, at a news conference announcing results of work by the 21-member Excellence in Nonprofit Governance Committee. "
By DENIS PAISTE
Union Leader Staff
CONCORD � Officials laid out a plan Monday to strengthen governance in the state's $12.5 billion nonprofit sector through a program of legal guidelines, training, consistency and continuing research.
'Clearly what's needed are high standards, effective oversight and transparency,' said Harold Janeway, chairman of the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation board, at a news conference announcing results of work by the 21-member Excellence in Nonprofit Governance Committee. "
The Tufts Daily - Seniors help the University out with their wallets
The Tufts Daily - Seniors help the University out with their wallets: "Seniors help the University out with their wallets
By Brain McPartland
Daily Editorial Board
The University is asking seniors for one more thing before graduation in May: financial donations.
The Senior Fund Committee promotes and encourages seniors throughout campus to donate money for the future of their school, so that talented incoming freshman in need of financial aid can enroll at Tufts. "
By Brain McPartland
Daily Editorial Board
The University is asking seniors for one more thing before graduation in May: financial donations.
The Senior Fund Committee promotes and encourages seniors throughout campus to donate money for the future of their school, so that talented incoming freshman in need of financial aid can enroll at Tufts. "
Women Lead New Philanthropy Trend: Giving Back Through Giving Circles
Note: Recently we've seen a variety of articles on this topic.
Women Lead New Philanthropy Trend: Giving Back Through Giving Circles: "Press ReleaseSource: New Ventures in Philanthropy
Women Lead New Philanthropy Trend: Giving Back Through Giving Circles
Thursday February 24, 5:06 am ET
WASHINGTON, Feb. 24 /PRNewswire/ -- Women across the country are changing the way Americans give to charity. Known as giving circles, small groups of friends and acquaintances are coming together to pool their money to make a real difference in their communities.
A new report by New Ventures in Philanthropy, an initiative of the Forum of Regional Associations of Grantmakers, reveals that giving circles are a growing phenomenon. Giving circles involve thousands of women across the country who are donating millions of dollars to worthy causes."
Women Lead New Philanthropy Trend: Giving Back Through Giving Circles: "Press ReleaseSource: New Ventures in Philanthropy
Women Lead New Philanthropy Trend: Giving Back Through Giving Circles
Thursday February 24, 5:06 am ET
WASHINGTON, Feb. 24 /PRNewswire/ -- Women across the country are changing the way Americans give to charity. Known as giving circles, small groups of friends and acquaintances are coming together to pool their money to make a real difference in their communities.
A new report by New Ventures in Philanthropy, an initiative of the Forum of Regional Associations of Grantmakers, reveals that giving circles are a growing phenomenon. Giving circles involve thousands of women across the country who are donating millions of dollars to worthy causes."
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