RelishNow | The Rescue Artist: "When the exec is gone, who ya gonna call?
It just might be Bonnie Poindexter, especially if you’re an arts group in Winston-Salem.
Last month, she was named interim executive director of Piedmont Opera - for the second time in less than a year. Her predecessor was John Fichtel, who was hired in October. He proved not to be the right fit for the job, although Poindexter and others have said repeatedly that the company will not end its current fiscal year in June with a deficit, as was the case last year."
Monday, May 07, 2007
ASU News > Graduate students experience philanthropy firsthand
ASU News > Graduate students experience philanthropy firsthand: "Graduate students experience philanthropy firsthand
If it is better to give than to receive, students in the new ASU course “Theory and Practice of Philanthropy” are experiencing that satisfaction firsthand through a unique, hands-on project that allows them to award $10,000 to a Phoenix area nonprofit."
If it is better to give than to receive, students in the new ASU course “Theory and Practice of Philanthropy” are experiencing that satisfaction firsthand through a unique, hands-on project that allows them to award $10,000 to a Phoenix area nonprofit."
Summit eyes affluence's influence on spending
Summit eyes affluence's influence on spending: "Kids, meanwhile, are being trained to wealth in a way that previous generations were not. 'Bill Gates did not know at 16 that he'd be the richest man in the world. But the son of a sultan does, and he's being educated to be,' he said.
Philanthropy really kicks in at the wealth level. Taylor forecast a $6 trillion philanthropy market over the next 20 years."
Philanthropy really kicks in at the wealth level. Taylor forecast a $6 trillion philanthropy market over the next 20 years."
More nonprofits aspire to SOx accountability standards
More nonprofits aspire to SOx accountability standards: "More nonprofit organizations are trying to comply with the Sarbanes-Oxley Act even though the complex federal law primarily applies to sizable, publicly traded corporations."
Minnesotan Chosen to Run Association of Museums - washingtonpost.com
Minnesotan Chosen to Run Association of Museums - washingtonpost.com: "Minnesotan Chosen to Run Association of Museums
By Jacqueline Trescott
Washington Post Staff Writer
Thursday, May 3, 2007; Page C13
As a child, Ford Watson Bell spent many days in the Museum of Natural History at the University of Minnesota, and that immersion led him to become a veterinarian. Later those same memories pushed him to be an activist in the robust museum community of Minneapolis."
By Jacqueline Trescott
Washington Post Staff Writer
Thursday, May 3, 2007; Page C13
As a child, Ford Watson Bell spent many days in the Museum of Natural History at the University of Minnesota, and that immersion led him to become a veterinarian. Later those same memories pushed him to be an activist in the robust museum community of Minneapolis."
Charity Village® NewsWeek-Fundraising much more than just finding donors, study asserts
Charity Village® NewsWeek: "Fundraising much more than just finding donors, study asserts
A new study sponsored by the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) finds that charities are effective in attracting new donors, but more attention needs to be paid to donor retention. The Fundraising Effectiveness Project (FEP), a collaboration between AFP and the Urban Institute’s Center on Nonprofits and Philanthropy,"
A new study sponsored by the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) finds that charities are effective in attracting new donors, but more attention needs to be paid to donor retention. The Fundraising Effectiveness Project (FEP), a collaboration between AFP and the Urban Institute’s Center on Nonprofits and Philanthropy,"
The Morning News: Business : Wal-Mart Honored By Salvation Army
The Morning News: Business : Wal-Mart Honored By Salvation Army: "Wal-Mart Stores Inc. said Thursday it will be the first for-profit organization to receive The Salvation Army's Evangeline Booth Award, one of the organization's highest honors.
The Salvation Army is recognizing Wal-Mart for excellence in corporate philanthropy and will present the award to Wal-Mart President and CEO Lee Scott today at a conference in Dallas."
The Salvation Army is recognizing Wal-Mart for excellence in corporate philanthropy and will present the award to Wal-Mart President and CEO Lee Scott today at a conference in Dallas."
Versatile, Passionate Fundraisers - washingtonpost.com
Versatile, Passionate Fundraisers - washingtonpost.com: "Versatile, Passionate Fundraisers
This Path Requires Multiple Skills, but First You Have to Believe in the Mission
By Vickie Elmer
Special to The Washington Post
Sunday, May 6, 2007; Page K01
Christel Allen Hair knows the truck drivers and the big check writers, the soup kitchen managers and the board members. She and her fundraising team at the Capital Area Food Bank occasionally help bring boxes of food to organizations in Southeast Washington."
This Path Requires Multiple Skills, but First You Have to Believe in the Mission
By Vickie Elmer
Special to The Washington Post
Sunday, May 6, 2007; Page K01
Christel Allen Hair knows the truck drivers and the big check writers, the soup kitchen managers and the board members. She and her fundraising team at the Capital Area Food Bank occasionally help bring boxes of food to organizations in Southeast Washington."
Friday, May 04, 2007
Delta Democrat Times Online: Local News-Red Cross dinner theatre worthwhile
Delta Democrat Times Online: Local News: "On May 4 and 5 the West Delta Chapter of the American Red Cross will present its 23rd annual dinner theater, “Movie Magic,” using local talent to perform songs made popular in movies from the past fifty-odd years. When a regional vice president for the national office of Red Cross saw the production two years ago, he was very impressed with the talent and with the uniqueness of the fundraising effort by the local chapter. He stated this was the only chapter in the United States to use this method for its fundraising campaign."
Rush Harding to receive UCA Distinguished Alumnus Award - UCA Today
Rush Harding to receive UCA Distinguished Alumnus Award - UCA Today: "In 2006, Harding and his wife were named Outstanding Philanthropists of the Year by the Arkansas Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals. The couple is also co-chairing UCA's first major, comprehensive fundraising campaign, which coincides with the university's centennial anniversary."
Henry Daily Herald, McDonough, GA - Fund-raiser eyes record funds for programs
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Henry Daily Herald, McDonough, GA - Fund-raiser eyes record funds for programs: "Fund-raiser eyes record funds for programs
By Johnny Jackson
jjackson@henryherald.com
Organizers of the 15th Annual Miles-for-Meals Walk fund-raiser are hoping to receive a record $100,000 in donations to go toward Henry County’s senior services.
“We are expecting a big turnout in maybe our best year ever,” said Sandy Craig, fundraiser coordinator."
Henry Daily Herald, McDonough, GA - Fund-raiser eyes record funds for programs: "Fund-raiser eyes record funds for programs
By Johnny Jackson
jjackson@henryherald.com
Organizers of the 15th Annual Miles-for-Meals Walk fund-raiser are hoping to receive a record $100,000 in donations to go toward Henry County’s senior services.
“We are expecting a big turnout in maybe our best year ever,” said Sandy Craig, fundraiser coordinator."
Editorials & Opinion | SAM propels Seattle | Seattle Times Newspaper
Editorials & Opinion | SAM propels Seattle | Seattle Times Newspaper: "Editorial
SAM propels Seattle
ALAN BERNER / THE SEATTLE TIMES
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In all the episodes of Seattle's still-young history, the latest, the Philanthropy Age, is perhaps the most enjoyable and rewarding.
Three months ago, Seattle Art Museum launched its dazzling Olympic Sculpture Park, an innovative outdoor showcase of sculpture and scenery. Here comes SAM again, unveiling another big addition to the cultural landscape, a major expansion of its downtown building."
SAM propels Seattle
ALAN BERNER / THE SEATTLE TIMES
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In all the episodes of Seattle's still-young history, the latest, the Philanthropy Age, is perhaps the most enjoyable and rewarding.
Three months ago, Seattle Art Museum launched its dazzling Olympic Sculpture Park, an innovative outdoor showcase of sculpture and scenery. Here comes SAM again, unveiling another big addition to the cultural landscape, a major expansion of its downtown building."
U. of. C. gets $35 million gift for art center | Chicago Tribune
U. of. C. gets $35 million gift for art center | Chicago Tribune: "U. of. C. gets $35 million gift for art center
By Charles Storch
Tribune staff reporter
Published May 3, 2007, 11:17 PM CDT
A Chicago investment banker and his family are giving $35 million to the University of Chicago for a planned $100 million arts center that is to serve the campus and its South Side neighbors.
The gift by David and Reva Logan and their family is one of the larger single donations made to the U. of C. and is the biggest earmarked for the arts there, the university said Thursday."
By Charles Storch
Tribune staff reporter
Published May 3, 2007, 11:17 PM CDT
A Chicago investment banker and his family are giving $35 million to the University of Chicago for a planned $100 million arts center that is to serve the campus and its South Side neighbors.
The gift by David and Reva Logan and their family is one of the larger single donations made to the U. of C. and is the biggest earmarked for the arts there, the university said Thursday."
Salt Lake Tribune - Nonprofits get an online boost
Salt Lake Tribune - Nonprofits get an online boost: "Nonprofits get an online boost
By Paul Beebe
The Salt Lake Tribune
Article Last Updated: 05/03/2007 11:43:02 PM MDT
In a new step, the state of Utah is offering online business registration for nonprofit groups and limited liability companies"
By Paul Beebe
The Salt Lake Tribune
Article Last Updated: 05/03/2007 11:43:02 PM MDT
In a new step, the state of Utah is offering online business registration for nonprofit groups and limited liability companies"
New York Dinner Benefits Britain's Tate Museum - May 4, 2007 - The New York Sun
New York Dinner Benefits Britain's Tate Museum - May 4, 2007 - The New York Sun: "On Tuesday evening, while part of the New York art world is uptown bidding at Sotheby's, another part will be gathered at the Riverfront Pavilion Midtown on the West Side, spending their money on a more charitable cause. The event is a $50,000-a-table gala honoring contemporary American artists, and the guests will include many major New York arts patrons, including the chairman of the Whitney Museum of American Art and several prominent board members of the Museum of Modern Art.
But the beneficiary of Tuesday night's high-rolling event isn't a New York institution. It's Britain's Tate museum."
But the beneficiary of Tuesday night's high-rolling event isn't a New York institution. It's Britain's Tate museum."
Thursday, May 03, 2007
The Art Newspaper -- News
The Art Newspaper -- News: "$1bn donations put Seattle on the map
The gift to the Seattle Art Museum from 53 collectors is one of the largest in the history of institutional donations
By Jason Edward Kaufman | Posted 03 May 2007
NEW YORK. The Seattle Art Museum has received more than 1,000 works of art from 53 donors as part of an acquisition campaign to celebrate its 75th anniversary next year. The donations represent one of the largest gifts to a museum in the history of US philanthropy."
The gift to the Seattle Art Museum from 53 collectors is one of the largest in the history of institutional donations
By Jason Edward Kaufman | Posted 03 May 2007
NEW YORK. The Seattle Art Museum has received more than 1,000 works of art from 53 donors as part of an acquisition campaign to celebrate its 75th anniversary next year. The donations represent one of the largest gifts to a museum in the history of US philanthropy."
NewsAdvance.com | Nonprofits get word out about themselves
NewsAdvance.com | Nonprofits get word out about themselves: "he National D-Day Memorial, known for remembering the men who invaded Normandy, was one of 18 nonprofits who swarmed Central Virginia College’s Bedford campus on Wednesday for a philanthropy forum.
The forum, a first time event, gave nonprofits a chance to raise public awareness about what they are and how they serve the community.
Smith Barney, a division of Citigroup Global Markets Inc., organized it."
The forum, a first time event, gave nonprofits a chance to raise public awareness about what they are and how they serve the community.
Smith Barney, a division of Citigroup Global Markets Inc., organized it."
It Sure Beats the NEA - Creative Capital - National Endowment for the Arts
It Sure Beats the NEA - Creative Capital - National Endowment for the Arts: "No one misses the controversies that beset the National Endowment for the Arts in the 1990s. Its funding of cutting-edge, but controversial, art exposed how outmoded the New Deal--era approach to promoting culture truly was.
Creative Capital is a private-sector response to such messiness. Bringing venture philanthropy to the arts, it has funded 242 projects with grants of up to $50,000 since 1999. But its approach is about more than money. 'We look for people open to changing how they market themselves,' says executive director Ruby Lerner."
Creative Capital is a private-sector response to such messiness. Bringing venture philanthropy to the arts, it has funded 242 projects with grants of up to $50,000 since 1999. But its approach is about more than money. 'We look for people open to changing how they market themselves,' says executive director Ruby Lerner."
onPhilanthropy: Articles: Capacity BuildingBuzzword or Byword?
An article on Capacity Bldg from OnPhilanthropy by Lilya Wagner
onPhilanthropy: Articles: Capacity BuildingBuzzword or Byword?: "Capacity BuildingBuzzword or Byword?
By: Lilya Wagner, Ed.D., CFRE, 5/2/07
Capacity building seemed to be the “buzzword” of the early 21st century. Books and book chapters were written about this concept, workshops were requested and conducted, articles were published, and foundations were openly urged to do more for nonprofit capacity building."
onPhilanthropy: Articles: Capacity BuildingBuzzword or Byword?: "Capacity BuildingBuzzword or Byword?
By: Lilya Wagner, Ed.D., CFRE, 5/2/07
Capacity building seemed to be the “buzzword” of the early 21st century. Books and book chapters were written about this concept, workshops were requested and conducted, articles were published, and foundations were openly urged to do more for nonprofit capacity building."
Wednesday, May 02, 2007
Questions Linger for Beard Foundation - New York Times
Questions Linger for Beard Foundation - New York Times: "The foundation needed to take its rightful place as a place of excitement, and a place of intelligent planning,” Ms. Ungaro said, “after a few years of hard knocks.”
But the hard knocks continue more than two years after the former president, Leonard F. Pickell Jr., and later the entire board of directors, resigned. While it is being run more professionally and openly, the organization is in worse shape financially. And questions about its mission that were raised by the scandal have not all been resolved."
But the hard knocks continue more than two years after the former president, Leonard F. Pickell Jr., and later the entire board of directors, resigned. While it is being run more professionally and openly, the organization is in worse shape financially. And questions about its mission that were raised by the scandal have not all been resolved."
ChangingThePresent
Thanks for the Heads up from DeborahFinn re one example of Creative Gifts for Mother's Day via Changing the Present
ChangingThePresent: "A Few of Our Special Gifts for Mother's Day
ChangingThePresent: "A Few of Our Special Gifts for Mother's Day
Philanthropy On The Rise - News - CNBC.com
Philanthropy On The Rise - News - CNBC.com: "A golden age of philanthropy is dawning.
With the stock market booming an the super-rich getting even richer, charitable organizations are already seeing a wave of new money. The trend was already apparent before Warren Buffet pledged 85% of his $44 billion fortune to charitable foundations - the bulk of it to the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.
While it is difficult to capture a completely accurate picture of charitable giving in the U.S., some of the segments commonly used by the wealthiest individuals such as donor-advised funds and private foundations are seeing an influx of new contributors.."
With the stock market booming an the super-rich getting even richer, charitable organizations are already seeing a wave of new money. The trend was already apparent before Warren Buffet pledged 85% of his $44 billion fortune to charitable foundations - the bulk of it to the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.
While it is difficult to capture a completely accurate picture of charitable giving in the U.S., some of the segments commonly used by the wealthiest individuals such as donor-advised funds and private foundations are seeing an influx of new contributors.."
FOXNews.com - President Bush Thanks 'Idol' Viewers for Their Charity - Celebrity Gossip | Entertainment News | Arts And Entertainment
FOXNews.com - President Bush Thanks 'Idol' Viewers for Their Charity - Celebrity Gossip | Entertainment News | Arts And Entertainment: "President George W. Bush and his wife, Laura, thanked 'American Idol' viewers for helping raise $70 million during last week's charity special, 'Idol Gives Back.'
The money will help impoverished children living in the United States and Africa."
The money will help impoverished children living in the United States and Africa."
Tuesday, May 01, 2007
Millionaires Increased Charitable Donations in 2006, but Interest Appears Waning, Says Northern Trust
Millionaires Increased Charitable Donations in 2006, but Interest Appears Waning, Says Northern Trust: "CHICAGO, May 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Millionaire households increased their charitable donations by more than 20 percent in 2006 over the previous year, but donations in 2007 are expected to be lower. Due in part to current charitable giving levels, the uncertainty regarding estate tax laws, and family care obligations, affluent families attach less importance to making charitable donations, fewer say they want to be personally involved in their charities and fewer plan to increase their contributions this year, according to Wealth in America 2007,"
News onPhilanthropy: Philanthropic Leadership Honored in Seattle
News onPhilanthropy: Philanthropic Leadership Honored in Seattle: "Philanthropic Leadership Honored in Seattle
Tonight in Seattle, the W.K. Kellogg Foundation will recognize five nonprofits for their innovation and leadership in promoting social change. These five organizations, awarded the Foundation’s prestigious National Leadership in Action Award, are being honored for their work in communities of color."
Tonight in Seattle, the W.K. Kellogg Foundation will recognize five nonprofits for their innovation and leadership in promoting social change. These five organizations, awarded the Foundation’s prestigious National Leadership in Action Award, are being honored for their work in communities of color."
Getting your Board on Board
Getting your Board on Board: "Getting your Board on Board
Introducing a secure online area for board collaboration
By: Leanne Bergey
April 30, 2007
Everyone benefits when board members begin connecting online.
New members can quickly get up to speed with organizational planning and strategies. Members can access critical resources at any time of day or night, or discuss topics together online without regard to location or time zones. Having a password-protected and secure area set aside specifically for your board can overcome many of the operational challenges inherent to nonprofit management."
Introducing a secure online area for board collaboration
By: Leanne Bergey
April 30, 2007
Everyone benefits when board members begin connecting online.
New members can quickly get up to speed with organizational planning and strategies. Members can access critical resources at any time of day or night, or discuss topics together online without regard to location or time zones. Having a password-protected and secure area set aside specifically for your board can overcome many of the operational challenges inherent to nonprofit management."
The Wealth Report - WSJ.com : Britain's Foreign Rich
The Wealth Report - WSJ.com : Britain's Foreign Rich: "Two months ago, I did some reporting on the wealth boom in Britain for the U.K. version of Richistan. (The difference between the two covers amuses me — look here for the U.S. version and here for the U.K. version. No, I didn’t get to sail on the yacht.)
British flagWhat I found most interesting about the U.K. wealth boom was it’s “foreign-ness.” While the newly minted millionaires and billionaires in the U.S. are largely homegrown — meaning most made their fortunes in the U.S. — many of the big rich in Britain are from other countries and made their money elsewhere. They are Russian oligarchs, Indian industrialists and Saudi sheikhs."
British flagWhat I found most interesting about the U.K. wealth boom was it’s “foreign-ness.” While the newly minted millionaires and billionaires in the U.S. are largely homegrown — meaning most made their fortunes in the U.S. — many of the big rich in Britain are from other countries and made their money elsewhere. They are Russian oligarchs, Indian industrialists and Saudi sheikhs."
Give and Take: How Blog Writers Cover a Meeting of Foundation Officials
Via Give and Take
Give and Take: How Blog Writers Cover a Meeting of Foundation Officials: "How Blog Writers Cover a Meeting of Foundation Officials
Several authors of blogs about philanthropy have been given credentials to cover this week’s Council on Foundations conference in Seattle, marking the first time the council has opened its doors to blog writers.
And many of the the bloggers at the meeting have been diligent about offering regular reports on conference sessions."
Give and Take: How Blog Writers Cover a Meeting of Foundation Officials: "How Blog Writers Cover a Meeting of Foundation Officials
Several authors of blogs about philanthropy have been given credentials to cover this week’s Council on Foundations conference in Seattle, marking the first time the council has opened its doors to blog writers.
And many of the the bloggers at the meeting have been diligent about offering regular reports on conference sessions."
200 Arizona nonprofits unite | www.tucsoncitizen.com ®
200 Arizona nonprofits unite | www.tucsoncitizen.com ®: "200 Arizona nonprofits unite
Alliance provides members with training, advocacy
The Arizona Republic
Nearly 200 organizations have joined forces to boost the state's growing nonprofit sector.
The organizations are looking to the Alliance of Arizona Nonprofits, a statewide advocacy group based in Phoenix, to strengthen their own operations, raise the profile of the work they do in communities and get a seat at the table with influential decision-makers."
Alliance provides members with training, advocacy
The Arizona Republic
Nearly 200 organizations have joined forces to boost the state's growing nonprofit sector.
The organizations are looking to the Alliance of Arizona Nonprofits, a statewide advocacy group based in Phoenix, to strengthen their own operations, raise the profile of the work they do in communities and get a seat at the table with influential decision-makers."
University of Arkansas - Daily Headlines
University of Arkansas - Daily Headlines: "The University of Arkansas Women's Giving Circle voted to award $69,575 in grants to support five new initiatives that will focus on important issues on and off campus. The awards were presented April 13."
Walton fortune headed for charity? - May 14, 2007
Walton fortune headed for charity? - May 14, 2007: "- The death of Helen Robson Walton at 87 last month - and a will that provides for philanthropy - may finally turn America's richest family into one of its most charitable.
Helen and her late husband, Wal-Mart founder Sam, always appeared to be heading toward large-scale donations. But when Sam died in 1992, most of his money passed to Helen. And though she increased her giving to an extent, the Waltons remained - as critics have noted - a relatively small force in philanthropy."
Helen and her late husband, Wal-Mart founder Sam, always appeared to be heading toward large-scale donations. But when Sam died in 1992, most of his money passed to Helen. And though she increased her giving to an extent, the Waltons remained - as critics have noted - a relatively small force in philanthropy."
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