CITIZEN-TIMES.com: New group offers nonprofits help: "New group offers nonprofits help
By Leslie Boyd
STAFF WRITER
published: July 28, 2005 6:00 am
ASHEVILLE — In a time when nonprofit organizations are working with shrinking dollars, increasing need and new government regulations, some are struggling to find ways to be more efficient and effective.
Five regional philanthropic groups announced Wednesday a new collaboration, WNC Partners for Nonprofit Success, whose goal is to help nonprofit organizations get the training and other help they need."
Thursday, July 28, 2005
Democrat & Chronicle: Local News-Golisano just keeps on giving
Democrat & Chronicle: Local News: "Golisano just keeps on giving
Foundation turns 20; billionaire says more projects in the works
Joy Davia
Staff Writer
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But it was Golisano's other contributions — including millions in philanthropy — that were being celebrated Wednesday. The B. Thomas Golisano Foundation marked its 20th birthday with a bus tour of six programs it has helped finance, including those at Continuing Developmental Services (CDS), Al Sigl Center and the art and therapy program at Dazzle."
Foundation turns 20; billionaire says more projects in the works
Joy Davia
Staff Writer
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But it was Golisano's other contributions — including millions in philanthropy — that were being celebrated Wednesday. The B. Thomas Golisano Foundation marked its 20th birthday with a bus tour of six programs it has helped finance, including those at Continuing Developmental Services (CDS), Al Sigl Center and the art and therapy program at Dazzle."
Wednesday, July 27, 2005
World Crises | Reuters.com-Do-gooder' companies strike gold in South Africa
World Crises | Reuters.com: "Do-gooder' companies strike gold in South Africa
Wed 27 Jul 2005 6:18 AM ET
By Rebecca Harrison
JOHANNESBURG, July 27 (Reuters) - Companies the world over face pressure to pump profits back into the community, but in South Africa -- blighted by AIDS and the legacy of apartheid -- doing good has become a crucial component of success.
Eleven years after the end of white rule, South Africa is battling the heaviest caseload of people with HIV, some of the world's biggest wealth disparities and a patchy education system that still fails most poor students.
At the same time, the government is pushing companies to right the wrongs of white rule by meeting strict quotas on black employment and ownership, and by contributing to development."
Wed 27 Jul 2005 6:18 AM ET
By Rebecca Harrison
JOHANNESBURG, July 27 (Reuters) - Companies the world over face pressure to pump profits back into the community, but in South Africa -- blighted by AIDS and the legacy of apartheid -- doing good has become a crucial component of success.
Eleven years after the end of white rule, South Africa is battling the heaviest caseload of people with HIV, some of the world's biggest wealth disparities and a patchy education system that still fails most poor students.
At the same time, the government is pushing companies to right the wrongs of white rule by meeting strict quotas on black employment and ownership, and by contributing to development."
Ask the Armchair Millionaire: The rewards of giving back - Jul. 26, 2005
Ask the Armchair Millionaire: The rewards of giving back - Jul. 26, 2005: "The rewards of giving back
What tax deductions are available when I give to charities?
July 26, 2005: 2:34 PM EDT
By Lewis Schiff, the Armchair Millionaire
NEW YORK (Armchair Millionaire) - Dear Armchair Millionaire: Can you please tell me about the tax deductions that are available when I give to charities?
According to the Catalogue for Philanthropy, the average charitable contribution was $4,484 in 2002, the most recent year for which data is available. That's no small potatoes, and can make a big difference in the amount of tax you owe.
As these comments from the Armchair Millionaire community attest, there are lots of ways you can give back to your community:"
What tax deductions are available when I give to charities?
July 26, 2005: 2:34 PM EDT
By Lewis Schiff, the Armchair Millionaire
NEW YORK (Armchair Millionaire) - Dear Armchair Millionaire: Can you please tell me about the tax deductions that are available when I give to charities?
According to the Catalogue for Philanthropy, the average charitable contribution was $4,484 in 2002, the most recent year for which data is available. That's no small potatoes, and can make a big difference in the amount of tax you owe.
As these comments from the Armchair Millionaire community attest, there are lots of ways you can give back to your community:"
Metromix. Charity benefits from Garner 'shower'
Metromix. Charity benefits from Garner 'shower': "Charity benefits from Garner 'shower'
(AP/Charles Krupa)
By Associated Press
CHARLESTON, W.Va. -- More than 400 items donated by baseball fans at a mock shower for mom-to-be Jennifer Garner and husband Ben Affleck are going to a 'baby pantry' that helps low-income parents in southern West Virginia.
Garner and Affleck didn't attend the 'Jen and Ben Baby Shower Night' held earlier this month at a West Virginia Power minor league baseball game in Charleston, where Garner grew up."
(AP/Charles Krupa)
By Associated Press
CHARLESTON, W.Va. -- More than 400 items donated by baseball fans at a mock shower for mom-to-be Jennifer Garner and husband Ben Affleck are going to a 'baby pantry' that helps low-income parents in southern West Virginia.
Garner and Affleck didn't attend the 'Jen and Ben Baby Shower Night' held earlier this month at a West Virginia Power minor league baseball game in Charleston, where Garner grew up."
The Jewish Journal Of Greater Los Angeles Fundraising Just a Mouse Click Away
The Jewish Journal Of Greater Los Angeles: "When Carol Vavra, a major and tactical airlift navigator in the U.S. Air Force, returns home from the Middle East at the end of July, her husband will have a surprise waiting for her.
Paul Vavra, a recently retired Air Force major and an avid classic rock fan, bought his wife a pair of tickets to a Rolling Stones concert for $760 on eBay. In the process, he made a substantial donation to the UJA-Federation of New York.
Last month the federation hosted its first auction on eBay. With about 200 sales of items contributed by donors, the auction raised about $115,000 for the organization.
The initiative reflects a growing trend among Jewish groups to move their fundraising ventures to the Internet, which they say has proven to be far more efficient than more traditional modes of solicitation."
Paul Vavra, a recently retired Air Force major and an avid classic rock fan, bought his wife a pair of tickets to a Rolling Stones concert for $760 on eBay. In the process, he made a substantial donation to the UJA-Federation of New York.
Last month the federation hosted its first auction on eBay. With about 200 sales of items contributed by donors, the auction raised about $115,000 for the organization.
The initiative reflects a growing trend among Jewish groups to move their fundraising ventures to the Internet, which they say has proven to be far more efficient than more traditional modes of solicitation."
Taiwan News Online-Man gives NT$24m to charity
Taiwan News Online: "A charity volunteer who won the grand prize of some NT$100 million in a computerized lottery draw made a record donation of NT$24 million to various charity groups yesterday.
The winner, who is using the alias 'Chang Tian-you,' usually does volunteer work at the Creation Social Welfare Foundation, a charity nursing home for brain dead patients.
Chang, attributing his luck to his kindness, said he decided to donate NT$20 million to the CSWF through the Taipei Fubon Commercial Bank, which made the donation on his behalf."
The winner, who is using the alias 'Chang Tian-you,' usually does volunteer work at the Creation Social Welfare Foundation, a charity nursing home for brain dead patients.
Chang, attributing his luck to his kindness, said he decided to donate NT$20 million to the CSWF through the Taipei Fubon Commercial Bank, which made the donation on his behalf."
MySA.com: Business-Nonprofits embrace corporate tools
MySA.com: Business: "Nonprofits embrace corporate tools
Web Posted: 07/23/2005 12:00 AM CDT
L.A. Lorek
Express-News Business Writer
The San Antonio Symphony, which emerged from bankruptcy a year ago, understands the need for marketing and good corporate governance — just like a for-profit company.
During bankruptcy, the symphony launched a regional marketing campaign, overhauled its 23-member board, established an audit committee, and put other oversight measures into place, said Kenneth A. Oleson, its board chairman and senior vice president at Zachry Construction Corp. As a result, the symphony just finished its first season in the black."
Web Posted: 07/23/2005 12:00 AM CDT
L.A. Lorek
Express-News Business Writer
The San Antonio Symphony, which emerged from bankruptcy a year ago, understands the need for marketing and good corporate governance — just like a for-profit company.
During bankruptcy, the symphony launched a regional marketing campaign, overhauled its 23-member board, established an audit committee, and put other oversight measures into place, said Kenneth A. Oleson, its board chairman and senior vice president at Zachry Construction Corp. As a result, the symphony just finished its first season in the black."
PlaybillArts: News: Judge Rules That Bournemouth Symphony's Tickets Are Not Tax-Exempt
PlaybillArts: News: Judge Rules That Bournemouth Symphony's Tickets Are Not Tax-Exempt: "Judge Rules That Bournemouth Symphony's Tickets Are Not Tax-Exempt
By Ben Mattison
22 Jul 2005
A British judge has ruled that the Bournemouth Symphony must pay the U.K.'s value-added tax (VAT), the London Telegraph reports.
The orchestra had claimed that as a nonprofit group its ticket sales should be exempt from the tax. But the judge found that because managing director Michael Henson, a paid employee, is a member of the BSO's board, the board is not 'essentially voluntary' and the orchestra is not eligible for an exemption."
By Ben Mattison
22 Jul 2005
A British judge has ruled that the Bournemouth Symphony must pay the U.K.'s value-added tax (VAT), the London Telegraph reports.
The orchestra had claimed that as a nonprofit group its ticket sales should be exempt from the tax. But the judge found that because managing director Michael Henson, a paid employee, is a member of the BSO's board, the board is not 'essentially voluntary' and the orchestra is not eligible for an exemption."
Billion-dollar capital goals may tax givers - Orlando - MSNBC.com
Billion-dollar capital goals may tax givers - Orlando - MSNBC.com: "Billion-dollar capital goals may tax givers
Leaders divided over community's ability to handle multiple campaigns at same time.
By Susan Lundine
Orlando Business Journal
Updated: 8:00 p.m. ET July 24, 2005
ORLANDO -- Can a handful of major Orlando organizations raise $1 billion to $2 billion in donations simultaneously for community capital projects that range from a performing arts center to a new children's hospital and a medical school?
Orlando's community and business leaders are divided on the issue. After all, local experts say, fundraising of this magnitude has never been attempted here before."
Leaders divided over community's ability to handle multiple campaigns at same time.
By Susan Lundine
Orlando Business Journal
Updated: 8:00 p.m. ET July 24, 2005
ORLANDO -- Can a handful of major Orlando organizations raise $1 billion to $2 billion in donations simultaneously for community capital projects that range from a performing arts center to a new children's hospital and a medical school?
Orlando's community and business leaders are divided on the issue. After all, local experts say, fundraising of this magnitude has never been attempted here before."
Johns Hopkins Gazette | July 25, 2005-"Campaign On Track to $2 Billion
Johns Hopkins Gazette | July 25, 2005: "Campaign On Track to $2 Billion
JHU wraps up second-best fund raising year in its history
By Greg Rienzi
The Gazette
Johns Hopkins recently completed the second-best fund-raising year in its history and now lies squarely on track to achieve the ambitious $2 billion goal for its Knowledge for the World campaign.
In July 2000, trustees of the university and the health system authorized the institutions to accept gifts to help build and upgrade facilities on all campuses, to strengthen endowment for student aid and faculty support, and to advance research, academic and clinical initiatives.
To date, Johns Hopkins institutions have raised more than $1.8 billion with two years left in the campaign."
JHU wraps up second-best fund raising year in its history
By Greg Rienzi
The Gazette
Johns Hopkins recently completed the second-best fund-raising year in its history and now lies squarely on track to achieve the ambitious $2 billion goal for its Knowledge for the World campaign.
In July 2000, trustees of the university and the health system authorized the institutions to accept gifts to help build and upgrade facilities on all campuses, to strengthen endowment for student aid and faculty support, and to advance research, academic and clinical initiatives.
To date, Johns Hopkins institutions have raised more than $1.8 billion with two years left in the campaign."
The Chronicle: 7/29/2005: The Risks of Sunshine
The Chronicle: 7/29/2005: The Risks of Sunshine: "The Risks of Sunshine
Some college-related foundations are under the gun to open their books, but many worry about donors' privacy rights
By ERIN STROUT
Early last month Dan Saftig, president of the Iowa State University Foundation, sat in his office reviewing a list of 8,400 donors, who contributed a combined $2.6-million in May. The records contained the names of donors, the dollar range of each donation, and the designated use for each gift.
But Mr. Saftig was not reading his own copy of the records. He was looking at a local newspaper's Web site, where anybody could find the same information.
For Mr. Saftig, the moment marked the end of a three-year battle by the foundation, which raises money for Iowa State University, to keep donor names and other records confidential. The Des Moines Register requested the documents soon after the Iowa Supreme Court decided in February that the foundation performs a government function for a state institution, and so its records must be open to the public. The newspaper plans to continue to run the donor lists on its Web site every month."
Some college-related foundations are under the gun to open their books, but many worry about donors' privacy rights
By ERIN STROUT
Early last month Dan Saftig, president of the Iowa State University Foundation, sat in his office reviewing a list of 8,400 donors, who contributed a combined $2.6-million in May. The records contained the names of donors, the dollar range of each donation, and the designated use for each gift.
But Mr. Saftig was not reading his own copy of the records. He was looking at a local newspaper's Web site, where anybody could find the same information.
For Mr. Saftig, the moment marked the end of a three-year battle by the foundation, which raises money for Iowa State University, to keep donor names and other records confidential. The Des Moines Register requested the documents soon after the Iowa Supreme Court decided in February that the foundation performs a government function for a state institution, and so its records must be open to the public. The newspaper plans to continue to run the donor lists on its Web site every month."
New York Daily News - City News - Can you spare a dime - or $500M?
New York Daily News - City News - Can you spare a dime - or $500M?: "Can you spare
a dime - or $500M?
Huge WTC fund drive
By DOUGLAS FEIDEN
DAILY NEWS STAFF WRITER
A 6-ton carbonized mass of crushed concrete, pulverized steel and melted furniture that was found among rubble at Ground Zero is in JFK’s Hangar 17.
Artist's rendition World Trade Center memorial and surrounding complex, which the city is trying to build in part through a $500 million fund-raising campaign.
Gretchen Dykstra, president of the World Trade Center Memorial foundation, stands at spot on Liberty St. overlooking Ground Zero.
Reach for your wallets and tell your kids to crack open their piggy banks: The $500 million campaign to build a world-class memorial at Ground Zero has begun.
Students and stockbrokers, firefighters and financiers, baseball fans and business barons will all be asked to pony up in one of the greatest fund-raising challenges in New York City history.
a dime - or $500M?
Huge WTC fund drive
By DOUGLAS FEIDEN
DAILY NEWS STAFF WRITER
A 6-ton carbonized mass of crushed concrete, pulverized steel and melted furniture that was found among rubble at Ground Zero is in JFK’s Hangar 17.
Artist's rendition World Trade Center memorial and surrounding complex, which the city is trying to build in part through a $500 million fund-raising campaign.
Gretchen Dykstra, president of the World Trade Center Memorial foundation, stands at spot on Liberty St. overlooking Ground Zero.
Reach for your wallets and tell your kids to crack open their piggy banks: The $500 million campaign to build a world-class memorial at Ground Zero has begun.
Students and stockbrokers, firefighters and financiers, baseball fans and business barons will all be asked to pony up in one of the greatest fund-raising challenges in New York City history.
Lewis to get Emmy for philanthropy! : HindustanTimes.com
Lewis to get Emmy for philanthropy! : HindustanTimes.com: "Jerry Lewis to get an Emmy for his philanthropy
Asian News International
Washington, July 26, 2005
Veteran comedian Jerry Lewis is to be honoured with the prestigious Governors Award by The Academy of Television Arts and Sciences.
According to Eonline, Lewis will get it at the 2005 Primetime Emmy Awards for his tireless work raising millions of dollars for the Muscular Dystrophy Association via his annual Jerry Lewis Labor Day Telet"
Asian News International
Washington, July 26, 2005
Veteran comedian Jerry Lewis is to be honoured with the prestigious Governors Award by The Academy of Television Arts and Sciences.
According to Eonline, Lewis will get it at the 2005 Primetime Emmy Awards for his tireless work raising millions of dollars for the Muscular Dystrophy Association via his annual Jerry Lewis Labor Day Telet"
Average Charity Netted 41 Percent From Commercial Fundraising In 2003
Average Charity Netted 41 Percent From Commercial Fundraising In 2003: "Average Charity Netted 41 Percent From Commercial Fundraising In 2003
Attorney General Releases Annual Fundraising Reports; Publishes Donor Guide On Solicitation
By: Office of the Attorney General
Published: July 22, 2005 at 09:00
Attorney General Bill Lockyer today released a report that shows the average charity in 2003 received just over 40 percent of the revenue raised in donation campaigns run by commercial fundraisers, with roughly one-quarter of the campaigns netting nonprofits 15 percent or less.
'Charities need to carefully assess whether employing commercial fundraisers is the wisest, best way to raise money for valuable programs that serve our communities,' said Lockyer. 'The average nonprofit's receipts from these campaigns improved slightly in 2003. Unfortunately, the numbers show that too many charities receive too few dollars from too many commercial fundraising efforts.'"
Attorney General Releases Annual Fundraising Reports; Publishes Donor Guide On Solicitation
By: Office of the Attorney General
Published: July 22, 2005 at 09:00
Attorney General Bill Lockyer today released a report that shows the average charity in 2003 received just over 40 percent of the revenue raised in donation campaigns run by commercial fundraisers, with roughly one-quarter of the campaigns netting nonprofits 15 percent or less.
'Charities need to carefully assess whether employing commercial fundraisers is the wisest, best way to raise money for valuable programs that serve our communities,' said Lockyer. 'The average nonprofit's receipts from these campaigns improved slightly in 2003. Unfortunately, the numbers show that too many charities receive too few dollars from too many commercial fundraising efforts.'"
Sunday, July 24, 2005
The Sun Herald | 07/24/2005 | Attorneys in 2 states fighting over charity suit
The Sun Herald | 07/24/2005 | Attorneys in 2 states fighting over charity suit: "Attorneys in 2 states fighting over charity suit
By BETH RUCKER
THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
NASHVILLE, Tenn. - A dispute over whether a charitable foundation should be based in Tennessee or Mississippi is being fought in two separate courts at the same time.
A federal judge last week ruled a dispute over the Maddox Foundation should be settled in Mississippi state courts.
But Nashville District Attorney General Torry Johnson and attorney Woody Woodruff say a suit filed in Tennessee does not fall under the federal ruling.
The two cases involve allegations against Robin G. Costa, the foundation's president, who is accused of wrongly moving the foundation from Nashville to Hernando, Miss., in 1999 and mismanaging the $100 million nonprofit organization."
By BETH RUCKER
THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
NASHVILLE, Tenn. - A dispute over whether a charitable foundation should be based in Tennessee or Mississippi is being fought in two separate courts at the same time.
A federal judge last week ruled a dispute over the Maddox Foundation should be settled in Mississippi state courts.
But Nashville District Attorney General Torry Johnson and attorney Woody Woodruff say a suit filed in Tennessee does not fall under the federal ruling.
The two cases involve allegations against Robin G. Costa, the foundation's president, who is accused of wrongly moving the foundation from Nashville to Hernando, Miss., in 1999 and mismanaging the $100 million nonprofit organization."
Friday, July 22, 2005
Kansas City Star | 07/22/2005 | Dwindling gifts put nonprofits in a pinch
Kansas City Star | 07/22/2005 | Dwindling gifts put nonprofits in a pinch: "Posted on Fri, Jul. 22, 2005
Dwindling gifts put nonprofits in a pinch
By JEFFREY SPIVAK The Kansas City Star
A new report confirms what local nonprofits have long suspected: Charitable giving has been dropping this decade, putting nonprofit budgets in a pinch.
The report from the Greater Kansas City Community Foundation pins the blame not on Kansas City�s changing foundation environment but on individual donors, who make up the bulk of philanthropic donations."
Dwindling gifts put nonprofits in a pinch
By JEFFREY SPIVAK The Kansas City Star
A new report confirms what local nonprofits have long suspected: Charitable giving has been dropping this decade, putting nonprofit budgets in a pinch.
The report from the Greater Kansas City Community Foundation pins the blame not on Kansas City�s changing foundation environment but on individual donors, who make up the bulk of philanthropic donations."
Wednesday, July 20, 2005
CINDY CRAWFORD - CRAWFORD CAUSES CHARITY UPROAR
CINDY CRAWFORD - CRAWFORD CAUSES CHARITY UPROAR: "CRAWFORD CAUSES CHARITY UPROAR
CINDY CRAWFORD
Former supermodel CINDY CRAWFORD has angered a Romanian charity with her huge demands to attend a fundraising event hoping to raise $180,000 (GBP100,000) in the eastern European country."
CINDY CRAWFORD
Former supermodel CINDY CRAWFORD has angered a Romanian charity with her huge demands to attend a fundraising event hoping to raise $180,000 (GBP100,000) in the eastern European country."
CBS 2 Chicago WBBM-TV: White House Flip-Flops Auctioned For Charity
CBS 2 Chicago WBBM-TV: White House Flip-Flops Auctioned For Charity: "White House Flip-Flops Auctioned For Charity
Girls To Auction Sandals For 10-Year-Old Cancer Patient
Image
Suzanne Le Mignot
Reporting
(CBS) EVANSTON Fashion police gasped and wondered: Shouldn't the smart young women of Northwestern University's championship lacrosse team know better than to wear flip-flops to meet the President of the United States?
For the first time, a member of the team is talking about the 'flip-flop flap' and defending her fashion choice to CBS 2's Suzanne Le Mignot.
'Never crossed my mind that anyone would think it's inappropriate,' said Alyson Josephs, a member of the Northwestern University women’s lacrosse team. "
Girls To Auction Sandals For 10-Year-Old Cancer Patient
Image
Suzanne Le Mignot
Reporting
(CBS) EVANSTON Fashion police gasped and wondered: Shouldn't the smart young women of Northwestern University's championship lacrosse team know better than to wear flip-flops to meet the President of the United States?
For the first time, a member of the team is talking about the 'flip-flop flap' and defending her fashion choice to CBS 2's Suzanne Le Mignot.
'Never crossed my mind that anyone would think it's inappropriate,' said Alyson Josephs, a member of the Northwestern University women’s lacrosse team. "
Community Newswire-REVIEW SHOWS 50% INCREASE IN GIVING
Community Newswire: "REVIEW SHOWS 50% INCREASE IN GIVING
By Ben Pindar, Community Newswire
SOCIAL In-kind London, Yesterday, 8:32am
A charity created by Prince Charles to redirect surplus goods to charities across the country today revealed it has diverted £9 million worth of goods from landfill sites over the last year.
In Kind Direct, which takes goods from companies and then passes them on to good causes, has today published its annual review which showed a 50% increase on giving over the previous year."
By Ben Pindar, Community Newswire
SOCIAL In-kind London, Yesterday, 8:32am
A charity created by Prince Charles to redirect surplus goods to charities across the country today revealed it has diverted £9 million worth of goods from landfill sites over the last year.
In Kind Direct, which takes goods from companies and then passes them on to good causes, has today published its annual review which showed a 50% increase on giving over the previous year."
S'pore announces new audit, changes to charity board - July 20, 2005
S'pore announces new audit, changes to charity board - July 20, 2005: "'pore announces new audit, changes to charity board
SINGAPORE - Singapore on Wednesday announced a special audit of the country's largest charity, and an entire new board of directors, after a rare public outcry over allegations that the group conspired to mislead the public and mask its assets.
The National Kidney Foundation's new board has assigned accounting firm KPMG to conduct an independent audit of the foundation's finances, said Health Minister Khaw Boon W"
SINGAPORE - Singapore on Wednesday announced a special audit of the country's largest charity, and an entire new board of directors, after a rare public outcry over allegations that the group conspired to mislead the public and mask its assets.
The National Kidney Foundation's new board has assigned accounting firm KPMG to conduct an independent audit of the foundation's finances, said Health Minister Khaw Boon W"
Channelnewsasia.com-Regulatory framework must be put in place for charities: Khaw
Channelnewsasia.com: "Regulatory framework must be put in place for charities: Khaw
SINGAPORE : In the wake of the National Kidney Foundation (NKF) saga, Health Minister Khaw Boon Wan acknowledged the need for tighter rules for charities and Institutions of Public Character (IPC).
But he pointed out that there can't be a one-size-fits-all approach and it’s more practical to give smaller charities their space to do their work. "
SINGAPORE : In the wake of the National Kidney Foundation (NKF) saga, Health Minister Khaw Boon Wan acknowledged the need for tighter rules for charities and Institutions of Public Character (IPC).
But he pointed out that there can't be a one-size-fits-all approach and it’s more practical to give smaller charities their space to do their work. "
Tuesday, July 19, 2005
The good samaritans- The Economic Times
The good samaritans- The Economic Times:
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"The link between philanthropy and purchases is seen from the finding that 60% of prosumers make a conscious effort to buy grooming/beauty products that have not been tested on animals.
Philanthropy and social messages are all poised to become marketing tools. As society gets more materialistic, people will try to balance it with “convenient” social service. What better way to do that than to buy that brand of soap you would have bought anyway, but now secure in the knowledge that you have contributed to the good of humanity? "
snip snip>>>
"The link between philanthropy and purchases is seen from the finding that 60% of prosumers make a conscious effort to buy grooming/beauty products that have not been tested on animals.
Philanthropy and social messages are all poised to become marketing tools. As society gets more materialistic, people will try to balance it with “convenient” social service. What better way to do that than to buy that brand of soap you would have bought anyway, but now secure in the knowledge that you have contributed to the good of humanity? "
The Herald Standard - Local News - 07/18/2005 - United Way to solicit face to face
The Herald Standard - Local News - 07/18/2005 - United Way to solicit face to face: "After seeing campaign contributions drop by $56,417 over the past two years, the United Way of South Fayette Inc. has decided to stop soliciting through the mail and return to face-to-face fundraising.
United Way of South Fayette Inc. has seen the amount of money it raises for 16 local agencies fall from $228,261 in 2002 to $161,233 in 2003, a drop of $67,028. There was a slight increase in 2004 as the campaign raised $171,844, but that was still $56,417 below the 2002 campaign and far under the campaign goal of $250,000."
United Way of South Fayette Inc. has seen the amount of money it raises for 16 local agencies fall from $228,261 in 2002 to $161,233 in 2003, a drop of $67,028. There was a slight increase in 2004 as the campaign raised $171,844, but that was still $56,417 below the 2002 campaign and far under the campaign goal of $250,000."
Reuters AlertNet - London bomb charity nears one million pounds
Reuters AlertNet - London bomb charity nears one million pounds: "London bomb charity nears one million pounds
12 Jul 2005 11:38:08 GMT
Source: Reuters
By Jeremy Lovell
LONDON, July 12 (Reuters) - A charity set up the day after last week's multiple bomb attacks in London has already received close to one million pounds, organisers said on Tuesday.
The London Bombings Relief Charitable Fund is a joint initiative of London Mayor Ken Livingstone and the British Red Cross.
But while the money is pouring in, no decisions have yet been taken on how it will be distributed."
12 Jul 2005 11:38:08 GMT
Source: Reuters
By Jeremy Lovell
LONDON, July 12 (Reuters) - A charity set up the day after last week's multiple bomb attacks in London has already received close to one million pounds, organisers said on Tuesday.
The London Bombings Relief Charitable Fund is a joint initiative of London Mayor Ken Livingstone and the British Red Cross.
But while the money is pouring in, no decisions have yet been taken on how it will be distributed."
Monday, July 18, 2005
The Chronicle, 7/21/2005: Seeking Federal Favors
The Chronicle, 7/21/2005: Seeking Federal Favors: "Seeking Federal Favors
Charities go after earmarks, despite concerns about fairness
By Elizabeth Schwinn
Like thousands of charity leaders across the country, Mary Faithful is lobbying members of Congress to set aside federal money for her organization in the form of a 'legislative earmark.'
She is seeking $200,000 to help Advocacy Inc. -- the Austin, Tex., charity she runs -- upgrade its phone system so it can better provide legal services to the disabled."
Charities go after earmarks, despite concerns about fairness
By Elizabeth Schwinn
Like thousands of charity leaders across the country, Mary Faithful is lobbying members of Congress to set aside federal money for her organization in the form of a 'legislative earmark.'
She is seeking $200,000 to help Advocacy Inc. -- the Austin, Tex., charity she runs -- upgrade its phone system so it can better provide legal services to the disabled."
Giving grows with hands-on approach
Giving grows with hands-on approach: "iving grows with hands-on approach
Modern attitude toward philanthropy urges involvement, not just cash handouts.
By Elizabeth Olson
The New York Times
Successful entrepreneurs like to contribute to worthy causes, whether the local Kiwanis or a national charity.
Their motives can be mixed. They might want to help make a better world, but polishing their public image doesn't hurt their bottom lines, either.
In recent years, specialists say, small businesses are becoming more creative in giving. And younger entrepreneurs are displaying a philanthropic spirit that goes beyond self-promotion and to the heart of how they define themselves, charity specialists report."
Modern attitude toward philanthropy urges involvement, not just cash handouts.
By Elizabeth Olson
The New York Times
Successful entrepreneurs like to contribute to worthy causes, whether the local Kiwanis or a national charity.
Their motives can be mixed. They might want to help make a better world, but polishing their public image doesn't hurt their bottom lines, either.
In recent years, specialists say, small businesses are becoming more creative in giving. And younger entrepreneurs are displaying a philanthropic spirit that goes beyond self-promotion and to the heart of how they define themselves, charity specialists report."
Foundation Expenses Tied to Operating Style
Untitled Document: " Foundation Expenses Tied to Operating Style; Report Analyzes Foundations' Administrative Expenses, Compensation
WASHINGTON, July 18 (AScribe Newswire) -- With federal legislation affecting nonprofits and foundations expected later this summer, a timely study of the expense and compensation patterns of the nation's 10,000 largest grantmaking foundations will inform the policy debate. It finds that 28 percent of these grantmakers report no administrative expenses related to their charitable activities and 66 percent do not pay any compensation for these tasks. Yet among those that report expenses or pay staff or trustees, expense patterns vary widely."
WASHINGTON, July 18 (AScribe Newswire) -- With federal legislation affecting nonprofits and foundations expected later this summer, a timely study of the expense and compensation patterns of the nation's 10,000 largest grantmaking foundations will inform the policy debate. It finds that 28 percent of these grantmakers report no administrative expenses related to their charitable activities and 66 percent do not pay any compensation for these tasks. Yet among those that report expenses or pay staff or trustees, expense patterns vary widely."
Catholic World News : US First Lady makes pledge to African Catholic charity
Catholic World News : US First Lady makes pledge to African Catholic charity: "US First Lady makes pledge to African Catholic charity
Dar es Salaam, Jul. 15 (CNA/CWNews.com) - Laura Bush, the wife of US President George W. Bush, has pledged $500,000 to support a Catholic program in Tanzania that provides support to HIV/AIDS patients and their families.
Tanzania was the second stop in the American first lady’s 3-nation goodwill tour of eastern and southern Africa, which is focused on education, HIV/AIDS, and the advancement of women.
Dar es Salaam, Jul. 15 (CNA/CWNews.com) - Laura Bush, the wife of US President George W. Bush, has pledged $500,000 to support a Catholic program in Tanzania that provides support to HIV/AIDS patients and their families.
Tanzania was the second stop in the American first lady’s 3-nation goodwill tour of eastern and southern Africa, which is focused on education, HIV/AIDS, and the advancement of women.
The Cincinnati Post - An example for Boomers
The Cincinnati Post - An example for Boomers: "An example for Boomers
By John M. Bridgeland
On a round trip train from Washington to New York City recently, I sat with two representatives of the 'Greatest Generation'' - Harris Wofford on the trip up and John Glenn on the trip back. As 77 million Baby Boomers enter retirement over the next two decades, these men are reminders of the complete and happy life, rich in public service and civic engagement."
By John M. Bridgeland
On a round trip train from Washington to New York City recently, I sat with two representatives of the 'Greatest Generation'' - Harris Wofford on the trip up and John Glenn on the trip back. As 77 million Baby Boomers enter retirement over the next two decades, these men are reminders of the complete and happy life, rich in public service and civic engagement."
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