BBC NEWS | UK | Northern Ireland | Sisters in marathon charity bid: "Sisters in marathon charity bid
Sisters set up a website for people to sponsor their marathon feat
Nine sisters are hoping to raise thousands of pounds for charity while jogging into the record books.
The siblings are set to run the London marathon and establish a world record as the largest group of sisters to run the 26.5 mile trek on 17 April.
The McWilliams sisters - aged 21-35 - are from Limavady in County Londonderry but now live all over the world. "
Tuesday, April 12, 2005
Corporate giving continues to rise
Corporate giving continues to rise: "Corporate giving continues to rise
Posted: 04.11.2005
Kala Waddell
Over the past year, N.C. State has collected private gifts from corporations totaling $73.6 million, which has increased the University to third in the nation.
This puts NCSU ahead of UNC Chapel Hill, Stanford and Harvard. NCSU ranked eighth on behalf of corporate gifts last year.
'This is an excellent opportunity for students here at State to take advantage of. We have access to better computers, more scholarships and better classrooms,' Gabriela Rangel, a freshman in communication, said.
While this high rank for corporate gifts looks appealing for the University, Ed Hand, director of the Office of Corporate and Foundation Relations, said he believes that these gifts are strictly for the enhancement of student education. "
Posted: 04.11.2005
Kala Waddell
Over the past year, N.C. State has collected private gifts from corporations totaling $73.6 million, which has increased the University to third in the nation.
This puts NCSU ahead of UNC Chapel Hill, Stanford and Harvard. NCSU ranked eighth on behalf of corporate gifts last year.
'This is an excellent opportunity for students here at State to take advantage of. We have access to better computers, more scholarships and better classrooms,' Gabriela Rangel, a freshman in communication, said.
While this high rank for corporate gifts looks appealing for the University, Ed Hand, director of the Office of Corporate and Foundation Relations, said he believes that these gifts are strictly for the enhancement of student education. "
Scotsman.com News - Latest News - Britons 'Among Least Generous with Charity Bequests'
Scotsman.com News - Latest News - Britons 'Among Least Generous with Charity Bequests': "Britons 'Among Least Generous with Charity Bequests'
By Rachael Crofts, PA
Britons are among the least generous in the world when it comes to leaving part of their estates to charity, a report claims today.
Research from AXA reveals that only around 8% of Britons in work and 9% of retired people would like to leave part of their estates to good causes."
By Rachael Crofts, PA
Britons are among the least generous in the world when it comes to leaving part of their estates to charity, a report claims today.
Research from AXA reveals that only around 8% of Britons in work and 9% of retired people would like to leave part of their estates to good causes."
Good clean fund? Not if charities, politics mix
Good clean fund? Not if charities, politics mix: "
Good clean fund? Not if charities, politics mix
April 12, 2005
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When investigators from the Better Government Association began to look under the veneer of the 17th Ward Democratic Organization, probing questionable political contributions from Chicago Housing Authority contractors, they uncovered something they hadn't expected to find. What they learned, alarmingly, was that nonprofit groups, churches and other tax-exempt organizations in Illinois were breaking federal law."
Good clean fund? Not if charities, politics mix
April 12, 2005
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When investigators from the Better Government Association began to look under the veneer of the 17th Ward Democratic Organization, probing questionable political contributions from Chicago Housing Authority contractors, they uncovered something they hadn't expected to find. What they learned, alarmingly, was that nonprofit groups, churches and other tax-exempt organizations in Illinois were breaking federal law."
Monday, April 11, 2005
Reform Still Urgent Despite Modest Rate Proposal: Postal Watchers
Reform Still Urgent Despite Modest Rate Proposal: Postal Watchers: "Reform Still Urgent Despite Modest Rate Proposal: Postal Watchers
By Larry Riggs
Apr 9, 2005 5:51 PM
Mailer groups welcomed the relatively small proposed postage increase recommended by the U.S. Postal Service but are girding for higher rates in as little as two years if Congress doesn't enact postal reform legislation this year.
The USPS filed a rate case with the Postal Rate Commission today seeking an expedited decision to raise rates and fees 5.4% for almost all categories. "
By Larry Riggs
Apr 9, 2005 5:51 PM
Mailer groups welcomed the relatively small proposed postage increase recommended by the U.S. Postal Service but are girding for higher rates in as little as two years if Congress doesn't enact postal reform legislation this year.
The USPS filed a rate case with the Postal Rate Commission today seeking an expedited decision to raise rates and fees 5.4% for almost all categories. "
New Nonprofit Associations Will Strengthen Communities :: PNNOnline :: the nonprofit news and information resource
New Nonprofit Associations Will Strengthen Communities :: PNNOnline :: the nonprofit news and information resource: "New Nonprofit Associations Will Strengthen Communities
Posted by: laurakujawski on Monday, April 11, 2005
Topic Special Features
In an effort to strengthen nonprofits and communities, the National Council of Nonprofit Associations (NCNA) is establishing new nonprofit associations in fifteen states.
These state associations will be formed to advocate for and strengthen nonprofits. The project is funded by a $200,000 grant from the W.K. Kellogg Foundation of Battle Creek, Michigan. "
Posted by: laurakujawski on Monday, April 11, 2005
Topic Special Features
In an effort to strengthen nonprofits and communities, the National Council of Nonprofit Associations (NCNA) is establishing new nonprofit associations in fifteen states.
These state associations will be formed to advocate for and strengthen nonprofits. The project is funded by a $200,000 grant from the W.K. Kellogg Foundation of Battle Creek, Michigan. "
Chicago Tribune | Senator wants to end personal gain 'at the needy's expense'
Chicago Tribune | Senator wants to end personal gain 'at the needy's expense': "Senator wants to end personal gain 'at the needy's expense'
BY CHARLES STORCH
Tribune staff reporter
Published April 11, 2005
A recent survey of U.S. foundations found that nearly 57 percent of respondents felt that public calls for greater accountability by philanthropies were justified. According to the Foundation Center, 17 percent thought otherwise, and 26 percent had no opinion.
U.S. Sen. Charles Grassley (R-Iowa) certainly had an opinion after Tuesday's Senate Finance Committee hearing on charitable giving abuses."
BY CHARLES STORCH
Tribune staff reporter
Published April 11, 2005
A recent survey of U.S. foundations found that nearly 57 percent of respondents felt that public calls for greater accountability by philanthropies were justified. According to the Foundation Center, 17 percent thought otherwise, and 26 percent had no opinion.
U.S. Sen. Charles Grassley (R-Iowa) certainly had an opinion after Tuesday's Senate Finance Committee hearing on charitable giving abuses."
The New York Times > Arts > Art & Design > New York Public Library to Sell Major Artworks to Raise Funds
The New York Times > Arts > Art & Design > New York Public Library to Sell Major Artworks to Raise Funds: " New York Public Library to Sell Major Artworks to Raise Funds
By CAROL VOGEL
Published: April 11, 2005
he New York Public Library has decided to sell 19 works of art from its collection - including 'Kindred Spirits,' a widely admired landscape by the Hudson River School painter Asher B. Durand, and two seminal portraits of George Washington by Gilbert Stuart - so that it can better compete in acquisitions of important books and collections. "
By CAROL VOGEL
Published: April 11, 2005
he New York Public Library has decided to sell 19 works of art from its collection - including 'Kindred Spirits,' a widely admired landscape by the Hudson River School painter Asher B. Durand, and two seminal portraits of George Washington by Gilbert Stuart - so that it can better compete in acquisitions of important books and collections. "
Charity Village� NewsWeek: Cover Story-An HR Council for the Charitable Sector: Measuring interest, identifying issues, and recommending next steps
Charity Village� NewsWeek: Cover Story: "An HR Council for the Charitable Sector: Measuring interest, identifying issues, and recommending next steps
April 11, 2005
By Louise Chatterton Luchuk
There are currently about two million Canadians employed by the nonprofit and voluntary sector. While there is strength in numbers, maintaining a strong workforce requires attention over the long term. It requires strategies and sustainable ways for organizations - especially Canada's many small organizations - to focus on their human resources needs and to work together to meet them. The United Way of Canada-Centraide Canada and Community Foundations of Canada (CFC) have plans to make this happen, starting with research into the feasibility of an HR council for the voluntary/nonprofit sector.
The collaboration between the two lead organizations goes back to 2002 - the beginning of the Developing Human Resources in the Voluntary Sector project, which was funded through the Voluntary Sector Initiative (VSI). The HRVS web site provides web-based information and tools to help small and medium-sized organizations manage and develop human resources 'The whole HRVS web site project was taken on with the idea that it would be more meaningful if it was sustainable,' explains Bonnie Shiell, project manager "
April 11, 2005
By Louise Chatterton Luchuk
There are currently about two million Canadians employed by the nonprofit and voluntary sector. While there is strength in numbers, maintaining a strong workforce requires attention over the long term. It requires strategies and sustainable ways for organizations - especially Canada's many small organizations - to focus on their human resources needs and to work together to meet them. The United Way of Canada-Centraide Canada and Community Foundations of Canada (CFC) have plans to make this happen, starting with research into the feasibility of an HR council for the voluntary/nonprofit sector.
The collaboration between the two lead organizations goes back to 2002 - the beginning of the Developing Human Resources in the Voluntary Sector project, which was funded through the Voluntary Sector Initiative (VSI). The HRVS web site provides web-based information and tools to help small and medium-sized organizations manage and develop human resources 'The whole HRVS web site project was taken on with the idea that it would be more meaningful if it was sustainable,' explains Bonnie Shiell, project manager "
onPhilanthropy - "Nonprofit Organization Seeks New Board Member"
onPhilanthropy - "Nonprofit Organization Seeks New Board Member": "Nonprofit Organization Seeks New Board Member'
By: Sarah Ruegger, 04/08/05
It is estimated that more than 1.8 million nonprofit board seats become available in the United States each year. Oftentimes, the executives and board members worry that the open seat will be filled by a candidate without the level of skills, leadership and dedication their organization requires. It is for this reason that boardnetUSA (www.boardnetusa.org) was developed. This innovative online matchmaker allows nonprofits searching for board candidates and individuals interested in joining a nonprofit board the opportunity to connect with each other in an original way.
�BoardnetUSA is a�national database existing to serve companies, minorities, civic associations and communities. [The] site is designed to be a common technological platform...to enhance nonprofit board "
By: Sarah Ruegger, 04/08/05
It is estimated that more than 1.8 million nonprofit board seats become available in the United States each year. Oftentimes, the executives and board members worry that the open seat will be filled by a candidate without the level of skills, leadership and dedication their organization requires. It is for this reason that boardnetUSA (www.boardnetusa.org) was developed. This innovative online matchmaker allows nonprofits searching for board candidates and individuals interested in joining a nonprofit board the opportunity to connect with each other in an original way.
�BoardnetUSA is a�national database existing to serve companies, minorities, civic associations and communities. [The] site is designed to be a common technological platform...to enhance nonprofit board "
BBC NEWS | UK | Wales | Charity runners urged over funds
BBC NEWS | UK | Wales | Charity runners urged over funds: "Charity runners urged over funds
Race for Life runners have raised �70m for Cancer Research
Organisers of a series of charity fun runs have urged participants to collect sponsorship, after 40% of runners failed to return any money last year.
Cancer Research is currently recruiting women to take part in Race for Life events around the UK.
In 2004, thousands of runners had to be turned away because capacity was full, but only 60% of runners actually sent in money afterwards"
Race for Life runners have raised �70m for Cancer Research
Organisers of a series of charity fun runs have urged participants to collect sponsorship, after 40% of runners failed to return any money last year.
Cancer Research is currently recruiting women to take part in Race for Life events around the UK.
In 2004, thousands of runners had to be turned away because capacity was full, but only 60% of runners actually sent in money afterwards"
The Chronicle, 4/14/2005: Loss of Trust
The Chronicle, 4/14/2005: Loss of Trust: "Loss of Trust
Donors, foundations say banks mishandle charitable accounts
By Brad Wolverton
Many charities and foundations believe they are losing millions of dollars a year to the very institutions they pay to safeguard their assets. At least seven class-action lawsuits are pending in federal and state courts across the country in which charitable trusts, foundations, and scores of individuals accuse the banks that oversee their assets of a range of improper activities, including mismanagement of funds and conflicts over what charities can benefit from a trust."
Donors, foundations say banks mishandle charitable accounts
By Brad Wolverton
Many charities and foundations believe they are losing millions of dollars a year to the very institutions they pay to safeguard their assets. At least seven class-action lawsuits are pending in federal and state courts across the country in which charitable trusts, foundations, and scores of individuals accuse the banks that oversee their assets of a range of improper activities, including mismanagement of funds and conflicts over what charities can benefit from a trust."
TimesDispatch.com | Speaker: Terror not chief threat
TimesDispatch.com Speaker: Terror not chief threat:
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"Arias served as president of Costa Rica from 1986 to 1990, and has been the recipient of many awards, including the Martin Luther King Jr. Peace Award and the Nobel Peace Prize in 1987.
He used funds from the Nobel to establish the Arias Foundation for Peace and Human Progress. The foundation allowed the creation in Costa Rica of the Center for Human Progress to promote equal opportunities for women in all sectors for Central American society, the Center for Organized Participation to foster change-oriented philanthropy in Latin America and the Center for Peace and Reconciliation to work for demilitarization and conflict resulting in the developing world."
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"Arias served as president of Costa Rica from 1986 to 1990, and has been the recipient of many awards, including the Martin Luther King Jr. Peace Award and the Nobel Peace Prize in 1987.
He used funds from the Nobel to establish the Arias Foundation for Peace and Human Progress. The foundation allowed the creation in Costa Rica of the Center for Human Progress to promote equal opportunities for women in all sectors for Central American society, the Center for Organized Participation to foster change-oriented philanthropy in Latin America and the Center for Peace and Reconciliation to work for demilitarization and conflict resulting in the developing world."
Cellphone charity bosses charged with fraud
Cellphone charity bosses charged with fraud: "Cellphone charity bosses charged with fraud
Well-meaning Oklahomans who thought they were donating used cell phones to help battered women were duped by the owners of Oklahoma City-based Save a Life Give a Phone Foundation, Inc., Attorney General Drew Edmondson has alleged.
Domingo Frias-Payan, 24, and Heather Frias-Payan, 25, were charged last week in Oklahoma County District Court with one felony count of racketeering and 11 counts of violating the Oklahoma Solicitation of Charitable Contributions Act. Domingo Frias-Payan was also charged with one count of violating the Oklahoma Securities Act and one count of offering forged or false instruments for record. The state also filed a separate civil action asking the court for a temporary injunction prohibiting the company from conducting business while the state seeks legal remedies to permanently shut down the allegedly fraudulent business."
Well-meaning Oklahomans who thought they were donating used cell phones to help battered women were duped by the owners of Oklahoma City-based Save a Life Give a Phone Foundation, Inc., Attorney General Drew Edmondson has alleged.
Domingo Frias-Payan, 24, and Heather Frias-Payan, 25, were charged last week in Oklahoma County District Court with one felony count of racketeering and 11 counts of violating the Oklahoma Solicitation of Charitable Contributions Act. Domingo Frias-Payan was also charged with one count of violating the Oklahoma Securities Act and one count of offering forged or false instruments for record. The state also filed a separate civil action asking the court for a temporary injunction prohibiting the company from conducting business while the state seeks legal remedies to permanently shut down the allegedly fraudulent business."
baltimoresun.com - Nonprofits reap generous perks
baltimoresun.com - Nonprofits reap generous perks: "Nonprofits reap generous perks
Children in private group homes may be shortchanged in care, but the owners can profit handsomely.
By John B O'Donell and Jonathan D. Rockoff
Sun Staff
Originally published April 11, 2005
Second of four parts
At home, Joseph K. Skariah has driven a $41,280 Acura SUV. On vacation, he has taken cruises in the Caribbean. He has often feasted on shrimp and salmon, made to order extra spicy, at his favorite restaurants.
All of it has been expensed to the state-funded group homes he runs in Baltimore County."
Children in private group homes may be shortchanged in care, but the owners can profit handsomely.
By John B O'Donell and Jonathan D. Rockoff
Sun Staff
Originally published April 11, 2005
Second of four parts
At home, Joseph K. Skariah has driven a $41,280 Acura SUV. On vacation, he has taken cruises in the Caribbean. He has often feasted on shrimp and salmon, made to order extra spicy, at his favorite restaurants.
All of it has been expensed to the state-funded group homes he runs in Baltimore County."
Los Angeles Business Journal Online-Corporations Make Donations Without Whole Explanation
Los Angeles Business Journal Online: "Corporations Make Donations Without Whole Explanation
By KATE BERRY and DAVID NUSBAUM
Los Angeles Business Journal Staff
At a time when regulators have forced companies to come clean with investors on many fronts, at least one area has largely escaped scrutiny � donations to charities.
Public companies get billions of dollars in tax breaks for charitable contributions, but the Securities and Exchange Commission does not require that the donations be disclosed to shareholders. And filings to the Internal Revenue Service are confidential."
By KATE BERRY and DAVID NUSBAUM
Los Angeles Business Journal Staff
At a time when regulators have forced companies to come clean with investors on many fronts, at least one area has largely escaped scrutiny � donations to charities.
Public companies get billions of dollars in tax breaks for charitable contributions, but the Securities and Exchange Commission does not require that the donations be disclosed to shareholders. And filings to the Internal Revenue Service are confidential."
Marin Independent Journal - Marin-Marin foundation exec pay detailed
Marin Independent Journal - Marin
Marin foundation exec pay detailed
By Richard Halstead, IJ reporter
Nineteen administrators at the Marin Community Foundation earned salaries of more than $100,000 last fiscal year.
The administrators, whose salaries ranged from $103,940 to $364,734, earned a combined $3.15 million — not including benefit packages.
Top foundation salaries were highlighted after an order by the judge that oversees the foundation. Santa Clara Superior Court Judge Jack Komar ordered that any salary over $100,000 be broken out of the foundation’s voluminous semi-annual reports to the court.
Marin foundation exec pay detailed
By Richard Halstead, IJ reporter
Nineteen administrators at the Marin Community Foundation earned salaries of more than $100,000 last fiscal year.
The administrators, whose salaries ranged from $103,940 to $364,734, earned a combined $3.15 million — not including benefit packages.
Top foundation salaries were highlighted after an order by the judge that oversees the foundation. Santa Clara Superior Court Judge Jack Komar ordered that any salary over $100,000 be broken out of the foundation’s voluminous semi-annual reports to the court.
Yahoo! News - An Easier Way To Give Charitable Gifts
Yahoo! News - An Easier Way To Give Charitable Gifts: "An Easier Way To Give Charitable Gifts
Fri Apr 8, 7:00 PM ET
Paul Katzeff
As the economy expands, philanthropy is on the rebound. And donor-advised funds are one of the most popular vehicles for spreading wealth.
That's because they are an easy way for people to achieve their charitable goals, says Andrew Hastings, vice president of the National Philanthropic Trust.
They're also an easy and fast way for people to get a tax deduction. "
Fri Apr 8, 7:00 PM ET
Paul Katzeff
As the economy expands, philanthropy is on the rebound. And donor-advised funds are one of the most popular vehicles for spreading wealth.
That's because they are an easy way for people to achieve their charitable goals, says Andrew Hastings, vice president of the National Philanthropic Trust.
They're also an easy and fast way for people to get a tax deduction. "
Times Leader | 04/10/2005 | Experts cringe at firms giving millions to charities tied to directors
Times Leader | 04/10/2005 | Experts cringe at firms giving millions to charities tied to directors: "Experts cringe at firms giving millions to charities tied to directors
The worry is that the heads of corporations on charity boards lose their independent thinking.
By Andrew Countryman Chicago Tribune
CHICAGO � The nation�s largest corporate foundations in recent years have poured money into organizations affiliated with their companies� board members, which governance experts said can compromise director independence."
The worry is that the heads of corporations on charity boards lose their independent thinking.
By Andrew Countryman Chicago Tribune
CHICAGO � The nation�s largest corporate foundations in recent years have poured money into organizations affiliated with their companies� board members, which governance experts said can compromise director independence."
Times Record News: Local News-A charitable reason to party
Times Record News: Local News: "A charitable reason to party
Orphanages to benefit from event, auction
By Brent D. Wistrom/Times Record News
April 10, 2005
Claudia Ruiz knows of an orphanage in San Salvador, El Salvador, that needs money to feed children, build more rooms and keep the lights on. Andrea Powers knows there are children in Medellin, Colombia, who depend on philanthropy to keep their orphanage running. Martha and Sara Picado know of high school students in Nicaragua who want a college education but can't afford it. "
Orphanages to benefit from event, auction
By Brent D. Wistrom/Times Record News
April 10, 2005
Claudia Ruiz knows of an orphanage in San Salvador, El Salvador, that needs money to feed children, build more rooms and keep the lights on. Andrea Powers knows there are children in Medellin, Colombia, who depend on philanthropy to keep their orphanage running. Martha and Sara Picado know of high school students in Nicaragua who want a college education but can't afford it. "
Friday, April 08, 2005
Oprah tickets auctioned for charity - (United Press International)
Oprah tickets auctioned for charity - (United Press International): "Oprah tickets auctioned for charity
Plano, TX, Apr. 8 (UPI) -- A Plano, Texas, woman is putting her four Oprah Winfrey show tickets up for auction on eBay to help the needy. "
Plano, TX, Apr. 8 (UPI) -- A Plano, Texas, woman is putting her four Oprah Winfrey show tickets up for auction on eBay to help the needy. "
Coastline Pilot: One big, happy family
Coastline Pilot: One big, happy family: "One big, happy family
Boys and Girls Club, the Laguna Club for Kids are expected to merge soon, becoming a 'TLC unit.'
By Suzie Harrison, Coastline Pilot
Soon, Laguna children and their families won't have to choose between joining the Boys and Girls Club or the Laguna Club for Kids, known as TLC.
The long-standing clubs are working toward a merger and expect it to be solidified soon. "
Boys and Girls Club, the Laguna Club for Kids are expected to merge soon, becoming a 'TLC unit.'
By Suzie Harrison, Coastline Pilot
Soon, Laguna children and their families won't have to choose between joining the Boys and Girls Club or the Laguna Club for Kids, known as TLC.
The long-standing clubs are working toward a merger and expect it to be solidified soon. "
T'Marylanders Show Generosity In Giving, New Report Says'
The Association of Baltimore Area Grantmakers Press and Publications: "ABAG in the News 2005
'Marylanders Show Generosity In Giving, New Report Says'
by Angela Winters
The Prince George's Sentinel
April 6, 2005
As the wealth of Marylanders has grown, so has their generosity, according to a new report on individual charity released by the Association of Baltimore Area Grantmakers, a philanthropy forum organization.
The report, The State of Individual Giving in Maryland 2005, is based on government data from 2002, the most recently year available. It is the second in a series of reports the ABAG will release this year documenting the status of charitable giving in the state"
'Marylanders Show Generosity In Giving, New Report Says'
by Angela Winters
The Prince George's Sentinel
April 6, 2005
As the wealth of Marylanders has grown, so has their generosity, according to a new report on individual charity released by the Association of Baltimore Area Grantmakers, a philanthropy forum organization.
The report, The State of Individual Giving in Maryland 2005, is based on government data from 2002, the most recently year available. It is the second in a series of reports the ABAG will release this year documenting the status of charitable giving in the state"
County says 'all in' to charity poker plan
County says 'all in' to charity poker plan: "County says 'all in' to charity poker plan
Deal calls for big tent on west bank in Flats
Friday, April 08, 2005
Tom Breckenridge
Plain Dealer Reporter
A tent for Texas Hold 'Em will likely rise on the west bank of the Cuyahoga River this summer, a boon for charities and a potential boost for investor Jeff Jacobs' longtime quest for a casino.
Cuyahoga County commissioners favor entering a deal with Jacobs to lease a site near the Nautica Entertainment Complex where charities would sponsor weekend poker festivals inside a giant, air-conditioned tent. "
Deal calls for big tent on west bank in Flats
Friday, April 08, 2005
Tom Breckenridge
Plain Dealer Reporter
A tent for Texas Hold 'Em will likely rise on the west bank of the Cuyahoga River this summer, a boon for charities and a potential boost for investor Jeff Jacobs' longtime quest for a casino.
Cuyahoga County commissioners favor entering a deal with Jacobs to lease a site near the Nautica Entertainment Complex where charities would sponsor weekend poker festivals inside a giant, air-conditioned tent. "
Thursday, April 07, 2005
As DeLay Faces Ethics Questions, GOP Circles Its Wagons (washingtonpost.com)
As DeLay Faces Ethics Questions, GOP Circles Its Wagons (washingtonpost.com): "As DeLay Faces Ethics Questions, GOP Circles Its Wagons
By Shailagh Murray
Washington Post Staff Writer
Thursday, April 7, 2005; Page A06
House Republicans once again rallied in support of embattled Majority Leader Tom DeLay (R-Tex.) yesterday, dismissing new reports that raise questions about his travel and payments to members of his family as part of a partisan character assault.
Majority Whip Roy Blunt (Mo.), the No. 3 Republican in the House, said at a news conference: 'I don't see any wavering of support for the leader. I think a lot of members think he's taking arrows for all of us"
By Shailagh Murray
Washington Post Staff Writer
Thursday, April 7, 2005; Page A06
House Republicans once again rallied in support of embattled Majority Leader Tom DeLay (R-Tex.) yesterday, dismissing new reports that raise questions about his travel and payments to members of his family as part of a partisan character assault.
Majority Whip Roy Blunt (Mo.), the No. 3 Republican in the House, said at a news conference: 'I don't see any wavering of support for the leader. I think a lot of members think he's taking arrows for all of us"
The Sun News | 04/07/2005 | Charities, nonprofits attempt to regain donors' confidence
The Sun News 04/07/2005 Charities, nonprofits attempt to regain donors' confidence: "Charities, nonprofits attempt to regain donors' confidence
By Carrie Johnson
The Washington Post
WASHINGTON - While corporations have been fighting to regain investor confidence in the wake of accounting scandals, charities and other nonprofits are moving to convince donors that their money will be well-spent.
One of the catalysts: a donation-skimming investigation that erupted three years ago at the Washington area's United Way office, which led to the ouster of the chief executive officer, board of directors and the finance team. Since then, managers of the National Capital Area chapter have struggled to restore public trust."
By Carrie Johnson
The Washington Post
WASHINGTON - While corporations have been fighting to regain investor confidence in the wake of accounting scandals, charities and other nonprofits are moving to convince donors that their money will be well-spent.
One of the catalysts: a donation-skimming investigation that erupted three years ago at the Washington area's United Way office, which led to the ouster of the chief executive officer, board of directors and the finance team. Since then, managers of the National Capital Area chapter have struggled to restore public trust."
The New York Times > Arts > Dance > Catherine Reynolds to Lead Dance Theater of Harlem
The New York Times > Arts > Dance > Catherine Reynolds to Lead Dance Theater of Harlem: "Catherine Reynolds to Lead Dance Theater of Harlem
By FELICIA R. LEE
Published: April 7, 2005
Dance Theater of Harlem, the trailblazing but financially struggling black ballet company, announced yesterday that the philanthropist and business executive Catherine B. Reynolds would become its new chairwoman and that her foundation was pledging a gift of $1 million.
Officials at the institution, which was forced last year to lay off its 44 dancers and temporarily close its landmark school, said they expected Mrs. Reynolds to attract more fund-raisers and signify the ballet company's resurgence. "
By FELICIA R. LEE
Published: April 7, 2005
Dance Theater of Harlem, the trailblazing but financially struggling black ballet company, announced yesterday that the philanthropist and business executive Catherine B. Reynolds would become its new chairwoman and that her foundation was pledging a gift of $1 million.
Officials at the institution, which was forced last year to lay off its 44 dancers and temporarily close its landmark school, said they expected Mrs. Reynolds to attract more fund-raisers and signify the ballet company's resurgence. "
The Chronicle, 4/7/2005: A Trio of University Programs Adds to the Growing Trend of Formal Training for Nonprofit Managers
The Chronicle, 4/7/2005: A Trio of University Programs Adds to the Growing Trend of Formal Training for Nonprofit Managers: " Trio of University Programs Adds to the Growing Trend of Formal Training for Nonprofit Managers
By Sharnell Bryan
Three major universities have announced the creation of short-term educational programs for nonprofit executives, adding to the growing number of such workshops at business schools across the country"
By Sharnell Bryan
Three major universities have announced the creation of short-term educational programs for nonprofit executives, adding to the growing number of such workshops at business schools across the country"
Center for Advancement of Social Entrepreneurship(CASE)-The Fuqua School of Business-Duke University--For Profit Social Ventures
Center for Advancement of Social Entrepreneurship(CASE)-The Fuqua School of Business-Duke University
Research
For Profit Social Ventures
by Jane Gravenstine Brown, Fuqua MBA 1997
We live in an age in which boundaries between government, nonprofit and business sectors are blurring. This boundary blurring has led to a new breed of social entrepreneurs creating for-profit organizations explicitly to serve social purposes. Can these innovators “do good” and “do well”? CASE Faculty Director Greg Dees and Managing Director Beth Anderson recently published a paper to help would-be for profit social entrepreneurs address some of the challenges of using a for-profit organization to serve a social objective. It appeared in the "Social Entrepreneurship" special issue of the International Journal of Entrepreneurship Education. Below, Anderson discusses some of the issues addressed in the article.
Brown: What is a For-Profit Social Venture (FPSV) and can you give some examples?
Research
For Profit Social Ventures
by Jane Gravenstine Brown, Fuqua MBA 1997
We live in an age in which boundaries between government, nonprofit and business sectors are blurring. This boundary blurring has led to a new breed of social entrepreneurs creating for-profit organizations explicitly to serve social purposes. Can these innovators “do good” and “do well”? CASE Faculty Director Greg Dees and Managing Director Beth Anderson recently published a paper to help would-be for profit social entrepreneurs address some of the challenges of using a for-profit organization to serve a social objective. It appeared in the "Social Entrepreneurship" special issue of the International Journal of Entrepreneurship Education. Below, Anderson discusses some of the issues addressed in the article.
Brown: What is a For-Profit Social Venture (FPSV) and can you give some examples?
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