The New Generation of Philanthropists - Alpha Consumer (usnews.com)

The New Generation of Philanthropists - Alpha Consumer (usnews.com): "The New Generation of Philanthropists
July 27, 2009 11:31 AM ET | Kimberly Palmer | Permanent Link | Print

For a new generation of philanthropists, giving to charity isn't just about writing checks. Instead, the focus is on volunteering, socializing, and networking -- while also contributing to good causes. 'Many Generation X-ers are more interested in social advocacy and engagement philanthropy,' says Dwight Burlingame, associate executive director at the Center on Philanthropy at Indiana University. That means they are more likely to want to work directly with organizations instead of just donating money, he explains."

Nonprofits continue boom in face of new pressures - STLtoday.com

Nonprofits continue boom in face of new pressures - STLtoday.com: "In Missouri, the number of new nonprofit corporations founded annually has risen steadily this decade, from 1,233 in 2000 to 2,257 in 2007. In 2008, the number exploded to 3,082, almost a 37 percent increase in a single year. In all, the state has more than 52,400 registered nonprofits.

In Illinois, nonprofit incorporations have increased almost every year since at least 1970, though they fell this year. There are almost 85,400 nonprofits in the state."

Nonprofit groups might find 6,300 is a crowd, study says

Nonprofit groups might find 6,300 is a crowd, study says: "A new study questions whether Austin has too many nonprofits — and, if so, what to do about it.

According to a recently released report by Greenlights for Nonprofit Success, there are more than 6,300 501(c)(3) public charities in the Austin area, which includes Travis, Williamson, Hays, Bastrop and Caldwell counties. Of those, 73 percent have budgets of less than $100,000."

Professional Fundraising | Age no barrier to giving, finds research from Indiana University

Professional Fundraising | Age no barrier to giving, finds research from Indiana University: "While many fundraisers have been concentrating on how to capture the hearts and wallets of the baby boomer generation, a new US study suggests the not-for-profit sector may be missing out on other opportunities after finding little difference in propensity towards philanthropy between the generations.

Research conducted by Indiana University’s Centre for Philanthropy for the US consultancy, Campbell & Company, has discovered that the Millennials – those born since 1981 – and Generation X – those born between 1964 and 1980 – are an underestimated and untapped resource."

Bloomberg.com: Europe-Generosity May Be Genetically Programmed, Israeli Study Says

Bloomberg.com: Europe: "Philanthropists may be genetically programmed to donate to charities, while misers may be wired to hold on to their wealth, Israeli researchers say."

Women to take on more responsibility through philanthropy

Women to take on more responsibility through philanthropy: "Today, the odds are good that the majority of the people in the United States with altruistic intentions are women. Why are women becoming more prevalent in philanthropic ideals? Simply stated, there are 6 million more women than men in the country. Plus, more women hold an undergraduate degree or a higher diploma than their counterparts, and 57 percent of today's enrollment in institutions of higher education are female -- a trend that has been steadily climbing since 1979. This demographic has also realized it can have a significant economic impact on the country. In 2005, the Internal Revenue Service said 46.3 percent of the nation's wealthiest people were women. These 3.4 million women represent a 36 percent increase from the prior reporting period in 1998. With combined assets of $6.3 trillion, their wealth has increased 50 percent in seven years."

Dennis Whittle: Markets for Philanthropy? - Business on The Huffington Post

Dennis Whittle: Markets for Philanthropy? - Business on The Huffington Post: "Did you know that about 6% of non-profits in the US attract four-fifths of the resources? * Email * Print * Comment This might be fine if there were not so much at stake. There is a growing appreciation of the role that philanthropy can and must play in addressing the challenges we face - be it education at the local level or carbon emissions at the global level. And Americans are putting their money where their mouth is: last year they gave away almost $300 billion to philanthropic initiatives."