Giving Funds Provide Flexibility: "Giving Funds Provide Flexibility
Foundations, Circles Redefine Ways to Donate to Charity
By Andrea Caumont
Washington Post Staff Writer
Sunday, November 6, 2005; Page F07
Whether it's a little or a lot of money, there are many ways to give. One of the most common ways is a direct gift to a charity or nonprofit, but such gifts are just the beginning.
Those who can afford to make a large donation can set up a donor-advised fund. A donor-advised fund works like a bank account, except you only make donations; 'withdrawals' go to the charities. Any contributions to the fund are tax-deductible. Once you set up the fund, where you give is up to you."
Monday, November 07, 2005
Celebrities For Charity China
Celebrities For Charity: "t is considered trendy to invite celebrities to charity events and many celebrities support these charities.
Though some criticize that celebrities attend charity events for publicity, there is no denying that they are voices of influence and their good deeds can raise awareness for different causes. Our reporter Zhou Jing gives us more on this story.
Singaporean diva Stefanie Sun has just opened an online auction on Ebay. The singer’s many collections will be up for bid at this auction and the money raised will all be donated to China’s Children and Teenagers’ Fund. Stefanie Sun is not the only charitable star, now more and more celebrities are actively involved in different charity events. Helping charities has become a trend among stars. "
Though some criticize that celebrities attend charity events for publicity, there is no denying that they are voices of influence and their good deeds can raise awareness for different causes. Our reporter Zhou Jing gives us more on this story.
Singaporean diva Stefanie Sun has just opened an online auction on Ebay. The singer’s many collections will be up for bid at this auction and the money raised will all be donated to China’s Children and Teenagers’ Fund. Stefanie Sun is not the only charitable star, now more and more celebrities are actively involved in different charity events. Helping charities has become a trend among stars. "
Before You Part With That Clunker . . .
Before You Part With That Clunker . . .: "Before You Part With That Clunker . . .
Sunday, November 6, 2005; Page F08
To check a charity's tax-exempt status, visit the Internal Revenue Service online at http://www.irs.gov or call 800-829-1040.
GuideStar provides basics on more than 1.5 million nonprofit organizations at http://www.guidestar.org/ , and Charity Navigator at http://www.charitynavigator.org/ provides independent evaluations and ratings of charities.
Goodwill Industries International's Web site at http://www.goodwill.org/ offers information on making donations and local Goodwill stores. To donate a vehicle, visit http://www.goodwill.org .
For information on Melwood's mission and car-donation program, visit http://www.melwood.com/ or call 877-MELWOOD.
For information on professional fundraising, visit the Association of Fundraising Professionals at http://www.afpnet.org/ .
-- Don Oldenburg"
Sunday, November 6, 2005; Page F08
To check a charity's tax-exempt status, visit the Internal Revenue Service online at http://www.irs.gov or call 800-829-1040.
GuideStar provides basics on more than 1.5 million nonprofit organizations at http://www.guidestar.org/ , and Charity Navigator at http://www.charitynavigator.org/ provides independent evaluations and ratings of charities.
Goodwill Industries International's Web site at http://www.goodwill.org/ offers information on making donations and local Goodwill stores. To donate a vehicle, visit http://www.goodwill.org .
For information on Melwood's mission and car-donation program, visit http://www.melwood.com/ or call 877-MELWOOD.
For information on professional fundraising, visit the Association of Fundraising Professionals at http://www.afpnet.org/ .
-- Don Oldenburg"
CANOE -- CNEWS - Canada: Martin, Clinton: NGOs are agents of change
CANOE -- CNEWS - Canada: Martin, Clinton: NGOs are agents of change
- Canadians eager to transform the developing world are well advised to forgo political life and instead pour their efforts into non-governmental organizations - or so say Paul Martin and Bill Clinton.
- Canadians eager to transform the developing world are well advised to forgo political life and instead pour their efforts into non-governmental organizations - or so say Paul Martin and Bill Clinton.
The prime minister and the former U.S. president have both decried lately the messy business of democracy as a vehicle for delivering aid in favour of private, non-profit organizations.
Passions Drive Businesspeople to Create Charities
Passions Drive Businesspeople to Create Charities: "assions Drive Businesspeople to Create Charities
Sunday, November 6, 2005; Page F10
Helping Job Seekers Look the Part
Dave Wenhold, like most lobbyists, is well dressed. Making a good appearance is an important part of his job.
But unlike many of his colleagues, Wenhold's thoughts about wardrobe don't end with his personal grooming. The 37-year-old former Senate staffer is an advocate with a heart who has devoted thousands of pro bono hours to collecting 'gently used' business suits -- men's and women's -- from other lobbyists for people who can't afford their own."
Sunday, November 6, 2005; Page F10
Helping Job Seekers Look the Part
Dave Wenhold, like most lobbyists, is well dressed. Making a good appearance is an important part of his job.
But unlike many of his colleagues, Wenhold's thoughts about wardrobe don't end with his personal grooming. The 37-year-old former Senate staffer is an advocate with a heart who has devoted thousands of pro bono hours to collecting 'gently used' business suits -- men's and women's -- from other lobbyists for people who can't afford their own."
La. Gov. Opens Special Session on Storms - Yahoo! News
La. Gov. Opens Special Session on Storms - Yahoo! News: "BATON ROUGE, La. - Hurricanes Katrina and Rita decimated city neighborhoods, parishes and livelihoods across Louisiana, and the cost was still rising Sunday as the Legislature opened a special session to deal with the crisis."
Friday, November 04, 2005
Tallahassee Democrat | 11/04/2005 | Nonprofits, economic leaders join forces
Tallahassee Democrat | 11/04/2005 | Nonprofits, economic leaders join forces: "Nonprofits, economic leaders join forces
Alliance includes TCC, chamber of commerce
By Julian Pecquet
DEMOCRAT STAFF WRITER
Tallahassee's nonprofit organizations have taken a page from the business world and joined with local economic and education leaders to better market themselves to potential donors.
On Thursday, United Partners for Human Services - an umbrella group of 75 nonprofits formed last year - announced the creation of a the Tallahassee Non-Profit Alliance, a coalition which includes the umbrella group, the Greater Tallahassee Chamber of Commerce and Tallahassee Community College."
Alliance includes TCC, chamber of commerce
By Julian Pecquet
DEMOCRAT STAFF WRITER
Tallahassee's nonprofit organizations have taken a page from the business world and joined with local economic and education leaders to better market themselves to potential donors.
On Thursday, United Partners for Human Services - an umbrella group of 75 nonprofits formed last year - announced the creation of a the Tallahassee Non-Profit Alliance, a coalition which includes the umbrella group, the Greater Tallahassee Chamber of Commerce and Tallahassee Community College."
Nonprofit conference attracts more corporate support
Nonprofit conference attracts more corporate support: "The Maryland Association of Nonprofit Organizations’ 13th annual conference this week at the Montgomery County Conference Center in North Bethesda attracted more corporate support than previous years, said Peter V. Berns, executive director."
Newsday.com: Colleges Want Fundraisers Over Scholars
Newsday.com: Colleges Want Fundraisers Over Scholars: "Colleges Want Fundraisers Over Scholars
By JUSTIN POPE
AP Education Writer
November 2, 2005, 2:24 PM EST
The outgoing president of Randolph-Macon College in Virginia, Roger Martin is an Oxford-trained church historian. His successor is a career fundraiser who brought in about $3 billion for his last two employers.
The appointment last week of Robert Lindgren to lead the small, 175-year old liberal arts college about 15 miles north of Richmond is the latest example of a trend in higher education: Schools are looking for more than a scholar these days when they hire a president. "
By JUSTIN POPE
AP Education Writer
November 2, 2005, 2:24 PM EST
The outgoing president of Randolph-Macon College in Virginia, Roger Martin is an Oxford-trained church historian. His successor is a career fundraiser who brought in about $3 billion for his last two employers.
The appointment last week of Robert Lindgren to lead the small, 175-year old liberal arts college about 15 miles north of Richmond is the latest example of a trend in higher education: Schools are looking for more than a scholar these days when they hire a president. "
Bizwomen: Where women in business meet to network, connect, support, learn and grow.
Bizwomen: Where women in business meet to network, connect, support, learn and grow.: "Ensuring success of a nonprofit event
Sally Litle
A successful special event increases the visibility of a nonprofit, allows the organization to tell its story to present and potential donors and raises needed unrestricted dollars.
When planning an event, nonprofits should remember that special events are time-consuming and labor-intensive and require up-front monies.
From selling chili redemption coupons to garage sales to celebratory dinners with silent auctions to the Taste of Honolulu, all special events require careful and detailed planning. These tips will help ensure a successful event."
Sally Litle
A successful special event increases the visibility of a nonprofit, allows the organization to tell its story to present and potential donors and raises needed unrestricted dollars.
When planning an event, nonprofits should remember that special events are time-consuming and labor-intensive and require up-front monies.
From selling chili redemption coupons to garage sales to celebratory dinners with silent auctions to the Taste of Honolulu, all special events require careful and detailed planning. These tips will help ensure a successful event."
Job growth in nonprofit sector sees a slowdown
Job growth in nonprofit sector sees a slowdown: "Job growth in nonprofit sector sees a slowdown
Annual gains of about 4% over a decade dipped to 1% last year. The health care field may be the key.
Robert Franklin, Star Tribune
Last update: November 3, 2005 at 8:54 PM
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Defense firm to locate in Minneapolis
N.Y. sues Guidant over its defibrillators
Job growth in nonprofit sector sees a slowdown
Markdowns give retailers pre-holiday boost
Jobs at nonprofit groups in Minnesota grew last year at the slowest rate since the mid-1980s, primarily because of a slowdown in health care employment, according to a report released today."
Annual gains of about 4% over a decade dipped to 1% last year. The health care field may be the key.
Robert Franklin, Star Tribune
Last update: November 3, 2005 at 8:54 PM
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Business
Defense firm to locate in Minneapolis
N.Y. sues Guidant over its defibrillators
Job growth in nonprofit sector sees a slowdown
Markdowns give retailers pre-holiday boost
Jobs at nonprofit groups in Minnesota grew last year at the slowest rate since the mid-1980s, primarily because of a slowdown in health care employment, according to a report released today."
Thursday, November 03, 2005
The Chronicle, 11/03/2005: New Postal Rates to Increase Costs for Charities
The Chronicle, 11/03/2005: New Postal Rates to Increase Costs for Charities: "New Postal Rates to Increase Costs for Charities
By Holly Hall
Washington
The Postal Rate Commission has recommended new postage rates for charities, to take effect in January, that would result in double-digit percentage increases in postage for some nonprofit mailings.
Under the commission's plan, charities that mail fund-raising appeals, newsletters, and other materials at 'nonprofit standard' rates would see their postage rates rise by 3 percent next year. But charities that sort their mail in the order in which it is delivered, to earn discounts under 'nonprofit enhanced carrier route' rates, would face increases of up to 12.3 percent."
By Holly Hall
Washington
The Postal Rate Commission has recommended new postage rates for charities, to take effect in January, that would result in double-digit percentage increases in postage for some nonprofit mailings.
Under the commission's plan, charities that mail fund-raising appeals, newsletters, and other materials at 'nonprofit standard' rates would see their postage rates rise by 3 percent next year. But charities that sort their mail in the order in which it is delivered, to earn discounts under 'nonprofit enhanced carrier route' rates, would face increases of up to 12.3 percent."
Northwest Indiana News: nwitimes.com
Northwest Indiana News: nwitimes.com: "Lawyers will write your will -- for free
NORTHWEST INDIANA: Weeklong effort to focus on charitable giving, protecting assets
BY SHARON PORTA
Times Correspondent
This story ran on nwitimes.com on Thursday, November 3, 2005 12:33 AM CST
Lawyers in Northwest Indiana have volunteered to write a will for free for local residents during Write a Will Week from Nov. 14 to 19. The effort is intended to increase awareness about the importance of estate planning and the benefits for residents who consider a charitable gift in their plan.
The campaign is being promoted by the Leave a Legacy effort."
NORTHWEST INDIANA: Weeklong effort to focus on charitable giving, protecting assets
BY SHARON PORTA
Times Correspondent
This story ran on nwitimes.com on Thursday, November 3, 2005 12:33 AM CST
Lawyers in Northwest Indiana have volunteered to write a will for free for local residents during Write a Will Week from Nov. 14 to 19. The effort is intended to increase awareness about the importance of estate planning and the benefits for residents who consider a charitable gift in their plan.
The campaign is being promoted by the Leave a Legacy effort."
IRS increases audits of corporations, wealthy taxpayers - billingsgazette.com
IRS increases audits of corporations, wealthy taxpayers - billingsgazette.com: "RS increases audits of corporations, wealthy taxpayers
By MARY DALRYMPLE
Associated Press
WASHINGTON -- More corporations and wealthy taxpayers had their tax returns audited by Internal Revenue Service examiners this year, helping the agency haul in a record $47.3 billion in unpaid taxes.
IRS Commissioner Mark Everson said the audit rate of high-income individuals and families, those who report earning $100,000 or more, is 'still too low.'
'I haven't set a specific target,' Everson said. 'Our No. 1 area of emphasis has been to increase our work in high-income individuals and corporations. We do that because of the sense of fairness that resonates throughout the rest of the system.'"
By MARY DALRYMPLE
Associated Press
WASHINGTON -- More corporations and wealthy taxpayers had their tax returns audited by Internal Revenue Service examiners this year, helping the agency haul in a record $47.3 billion in unpaid taxes.
IRS Commissioner Mark Everson said the audit rate of high-income individuals and families, those who report earning $100,000 or more, is 'still too low.'
'I haven't set a specific target,' Everson said. 'Our No. 1 area of emphasis has been to increase our work in high-income individuals and corporations. We do that because of the sense of fairness that resonates throughout the rest of the system.'"
Red tape is strangling sector (UK()
content: "Red tape is strangling sector, report finds
01/11/05
The burden of regulation on the charity sector is stifling innovation and wasting resources, and changes are needed if organisations are to design and deliver more imaginative, effective approaches to society’s problems.
This was the message of the Better Regulation Taskforce today as it launched the results from its study Better Regulation for Civil Society: Making life easier for those who help others.
The report found that while regulation is necessary to protect the public and to uphold standards, voluntary and community organisations face a disproportionate amount of red tape. Focusing on three priorities: volunteers; social innovation; and meeting need, eleven recommendations for change were made that the Taskforce believe will help level the playing field for the sector"
01/11/05
The burden of regulation on the charity sector is stifling innovation and wasting resources, and changes are needed if organisations are to design and deliver more imaginative, effective approaches to society’s problems.
This was the message of the Better Regulation Taskforce today as it launched the results from its study Better Regulation for Civil Society: Making life easier for those who help others.
The report found that while regulation is necessary to protect the public and to uphold standards, voluntary and community organisations face a disproportionate amount of red tape. Focusing on three priorities: volunteers; social innovation; and meeting need, eleven recommendations for change were made that the Taskforce believe will help level the playing field for the sector"
Honors for Minnesota Indian Chamber of Commerce
Honors for Minnesota Indian Chamber of Commerce: "Honors for Minnesota Indian Chamber of Commerce
The state organization, which is an advocate for tribal, nonprofit and individual American Indian enterprises, will be among groups cited tonight.
Robert Franklin, Star Tribune
When Karri Plowman sees Indian voters, he doesn't see just people who may influence policies on transportation, health and unemployment insurance. He also sees future business leaders.
Plowman is executive director of the Minnesota American Indian Chamber of Commerce, which has been a leader in a get-out-the-vote effort for the state's tribes. That effort was cited as a reason why the Minnesota Council of Nonprofits will present an award for nonprofit advocacy to the chamber tonight in St. Paul."
The state organization, which is an advocate for tribal, nonprofit and individual American Indian enterprises, will be among groups cited tonight.
Robert Franklin, Star Tribune
When Karri Plowman sees Indian voters, he doesn't see just people who may influence policies on transportation, health and unemployment insurance. He also sees future business leaders.
Plowman is executive director of the Minnesota American Indian Chamber of Commerce, which has been a leader in a get-out-the-vote effort for the state's tribes. That effort was cited as a reason why the Minnesota Council of Nonprofits will present an award for nonprofit advocacy to the chamber tonight in St. Paul."
bowral.yourguide-Philanthropy Australia chief executive Elizabeth Cham is seriously impressed by the level of philanthropy shown in the Southern Highl
bowral.yourguide: "Philanthropy Australia chief executive Elizabeth Cham is seriously impressed by the level of philanthropy shown in the Southern Highlands.
In the Highlands for the Wingecarribee Community Foundation's (WCF) inaugural Philanthropy Awards tonight, Ms Cham said while philanthropy in Australia was alive and well, it was especially prevalent in the continued success of the WCF, which is one of the top-performing community foundations in Australia."
In the Highlands for the Wingecarribee Community Foundation's (WCF) inaugural Philanthropy Awards tonight, Ms Cham said while philanthropy in Australia was alive and well, it was especially prevalent in the continued success of the WCF, which is one of the top-performing community foundations in Australia."
Wednesday, November 02, 2005
CBC Calgary - Giving in Alberta up, but still behind other provinces
CBC Calgary - Giving in Alberta up, but still behind other provinces: "Giving in Alberta up, but still behind other provinces
Last updated Nov 2 2005 09:30 AM MST
CBC News
Albertans gave more money to charity in 2004 than the year before, but people living in the oil-rich province still donate less, on average, than those living in P.E.I. and Newfoundland.
Statistics Canada released its annual list of charitable giving Tuesday, and noted that Albertans increased their donations by 14 per cent last year.
But the average donation lags behind those in other provinces. The median donation – meaning half the people reporting charitable donations gave more and half gave less – was $280 in Alberta."
Last updated Nov 2 2005 09:30 AM MST
CBC News
Albertans gave more money to charity in 2004 than the year before, but people living in the oil-rich province still donate less, on average, than those living in P.E.I. and Newfoundland.
Statistics Canada released its annual list of charitable giving Tuesday, and noted that Albertans increased their donations by 14 per cent last year.
But the average donation lags behind those in other provinces. The median donation – meaning half the people reporting charitable donations gave more and half gave less – was $280 in Alberta."
The Seattle Times: Editorials & Opinion: Every school a T.T. Minor
The Seattle Times: Editorials & Opinion: Every school a T.T. Minor: "Every school a T.T. Minor
Much can be accomplished when citizens and educators work together, a point vividly illuminated by a recent Seattle Times Pacific magazine cover story on T.T. Minor Elementary School in Seattle.
Seven years ago, millionaire businessman Stuart Sloan adopted the Capitol Hill school, striking a deal with the Seattle School District in which he would choose and pay for programs worth about $1 million annually. The Sloan/T.T. Minor partnership has been a success. School morale is high. Academic achievement has improved. Teachers and other staffers are able to do more to help students learn because there is money to pay for the extras. And school Principal Gloria Mitchell ought to be fast-tracked for sainthood."
Much can be accomplished when citizens and educators work together, a point vividly illuminated by a recent Seattle Times Pacific magazine cover story on T.T. Minor Elementary School in Seattle.
Seven years ago, millionaire businessman Stuart Sloan adopted the Capitol Hill school, striking a deal with the Seattle School District in which he would choose and pay for programs worth about $1 million annually. The Sloan/T.T. Minor partnership has been a success. School morale is high. Academic achievement has improved. Teachers and other staffers are able to do more to help students learn because there is money to pay for the extras. And school Principal Gloria Mitchell ought to be fast-tracked for sainthood."
Winston-Salem Journal | Lecture series tries to promote black giving
Winston-Salem Journal | Lecture series tries to promote black giving: "Lecture series tries to promote black giving
Many say philanthropy is for 'rich, white people'
By Mary Giunca
JOURNAL REPORTER
Last summer, when The Winston-Salem Foundation asked a group of 50 black people to define philanthropy, many of them said: 'That's what rich white people do.'
To counter that stereotype, the foundation's Black Philanthropy Initiative will hold a series of lectures that examine traditions and trends of giving in the black community"
Many say philanthropy is for 'rich, white people'
By Mary Giunca
JOURNAL REPORTER
Last summer, when The Winston-Salem Foundation asked a group of 50 black people to define philanthropy, many of them said: 'That's what rich white people do.'
To counter that stereotype, the foundation's Black Philanthropy Initiative will hold a series of lectures that examine traditions and trends of giving in the black community"
Tuesday, November 01, 2005
CNN.com - Armstrong wins cyber-squatting case - Nov 1, 2005
CNN.com - Armstrong wins cyber-squatting case - Nov 1, 2005: "GENEVA, Switzerland (Reuters) -- The Lance Armstrong Foundation, a Texas-based charity set up by the American cycling champion to raise funds for cancer research, on Tuesday won the right to evict cyber-squatters from Web sites selling LIVESTRONG bracelets.
Two rulings ordering a California-based operator to transfer three disputed domain names were handed down by a panel of arbitrators appointed by the U.N.'s World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO).
CSA Marketing and Chris Angeles registered the domain names , and in late 2004, offering the popular bracelets at commercial profit in 'bad faith', the rulings said."
Two rulings ordering a California-based operator to transfer three disputed domain names were handed down by a panel of arbitrators appointed by the U.N.'s World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO).
CSA Marketing and Chris Angeles registered the domain names , and in late 2004, offering the popular bracelets at commercial profit in 'bad faith', the rulings said."
ARTICLE: Charities’ freebies don’t entice me to give (The Virginian-Pilot - HamptonRoads.com/PilotOnline.com)
ARTICLE: Charities’ freebies don’t entice me to give (The Virginian-Pilot - HamptonRoads.com/PilotOnline.com): "Charities’ freebies don’t entice me to give
By KERRY DOUGHERTY, The Virginian-Pilot
� November 1, 2005
Thanks, Amnesty International. I needed that.
Those colorful, self-stick address labels, that is. The ones that arrived in my mail the other day. I may actually use those that don’t have your logo on them for my next batch of bills.
I owe you.
Actually, I don’t owe you."
By KERRY DOUGHERTY, The Virginian-Pilot
� November 1, 2005
Thanks, Amnesty International. I needed that.
Those colorful, self-stick address labels, that is. The ones that arrived in my mail the other day. I may actually use those that don’t have your logo on them for my next batch of bills.
I owe you.
Actually, I don’t owe you."
CANOE -- CNEWS - Canada: Cdns still supporting charities
CANOE -- CNEWS - Canada: Cdns still supporting charities: "Cdns still supporting charities
OTTAWA (CP) - Canadians continued to be generous to charities last year with donations the highest ever reported.
Statistics Canada says people who filed tax returns gave $6.9 billion to charities, up 6.3 per cent from 2003."
OTTAWA (CP) - Canadians continued to be generous to charities last year with donations the highest ever reported.
Statistics Canada says people who filed tax returns gave $6.9 billion to charities, up 6.3 per cent from 2003."
Battle Creek Enquirer -America's Second Harvest names Kellogg Co. donor of the year
Battle Creek Enquirer - www.battlecreekenquirer.com - Battle Creek, Mich.: "America's Second Harvest names Kellogg Co. donor of the year
Chris Springsteen
The Enquirer
The Kellogg Co. has joined the ranks of past honorees PepsiCo, Coca-Cola Co. and Proctor and Gamble Co. as America's Second Harvest donor of the year for 2005.
Mike Halligan, senior vice president of food sourcing and logistics for the Chicago-based nonprofit, said Kellogg was chosen because of its long-term commitment to making a difference, innovations in giving programs and annual volume and increase in volume of giving."
Chris Springsteen
The Enquirer
The Kellogg Co. has joined the ranks of past honorees PepsiCo, Coca-Cola Co. and Proctor and Gamble Co. as America's Second Harvest donor of the year for 2005.
Mike Halligan, senior vice president of food sourcing and logistics for the Chicago-based nonprofit, said Kellogg was chosen because of its long-term commitment to making a difference, innovations in giving programs and annual volume and increase in volume of giving."
Scouting shortage - PittsburghLIVE.com
Scouting shortage - PittsburghLIVE.com: "Scouting shortage
Girl Scouts by the numbers
Founded: 1912
By Francine Garrone
VALLEY NEWS DISPATCH
Sunday, October 30, 2005
Six-year-old Manon Gilpatrick waited patiently for 12 months, hoping each time the phone rang it would be the call she so desperately wanted.
It finally came early this month. A spot had become available in a Brownie troop. At last she could join the Girl Scouts.
'I was disappointed that I couldn't be a Girl Scout and be with my friends,' Manon, of Pine, said. 'I'm looking forward to being in Girl Scouts.'"
Girl Scouts by the numbers
Founded: 1912
By Francine Garrone
VALLEY NEWS DISPATCH
Sunday, October 30, 2005
Six-year-old Manon Gilpatrick waited patiently for 12 months, hoping each time the phone rang it would be the call she so desperately wanted.
It finally came early this month. A spot had become available in a Brownie troop. At last she could join the Girl Scouts.
'I was disappointed that I couldn't be a Girl Scout and be with my friends,' Manon, of Pine, said. 'I'm looking forward to being in Girl Scouts.'"
Guardian Unlimited Money | Saving and banks | ATMs offer charity option
Guardian Unlimited Money | Saving and banks | ATMs offer charity option: "ATMs offer charity option
Hilary Osborne
Tuesday November 1, 2005
Customers of HSBC and First Direct can, from today, make charitable donations when they visit a cash machine.
Almost nine million of the banks' customers will be able to use the new service to give anything between �1-�999,999.
The service is available on over 2,900 ATMs run by HSBC, and follows the launch of a similar service on HSBC cash machines in Mexico."
Hilary Osborne
Tuesday November 1, 2005
Customers of HSBC and First Direct can, from today, make charitable donations when they visit a cash machine.
Almost nine million of the banks' customers will be able to use the new service to give anything between �1-�999,999.
The service is available on over 2,900 ATMs run by HSBC, and follows the launch of a similar service on HSBC cash machines in Mexico."
Terre Haute, Indiana News :: TribStar.com :: Some traditional donors diverting gifts to hurricane relief effort as opposed to giving at local level
Terre Haute, Indiana News :: TribStar.com :: Some traditional donors diverting gifts to hurricane relief effort as opposed to giving at local level: "Some traditional donors diverting gifts to hurricane relief effort as opposed to giving at local level
By Howard Greninger/Tribune-Star
After watching the devastation of hurricanes Katrina and Rita broadcast on national television, Dean Miller of Terre Haute and his wife, Janet, were determined to help.
The couple has given over and above their usual charitable giving this year to contribute to relief efforts for hurricane victims.
“We did not sacrifice in another area, whether it was our church or another charity that we would have given to. It is a matter of priorities, in my opinion,” Dean Miller said.
"
By Howard Greninger/Tribune-Star
After watching the devastation of hurricanes Katrina and Rita broadcast on national television, Dean Miller of Terre Haute and his wife, Janet, were determined to help.
The couple has given over and above their usual charitable giving this year to contribute to relief efforts for hurricane victims.
“We did not sacrifice in another area, whether it was our church or another charity that we would have given to. It is a matter of priorities, in my opinion,” Dean Miller said.
"
CBS 5: State Puts Brakes On Casino Charity Events
CBS 5: State Puts Brakes On Casino Charity Events: "State Puts Brakes On Casino Charity Events
Len Ramirez
Reporting
(CBS 5) SAN JOSE Casino action is a popular way to raise big money for charities. Just ask the folks who put on a recent casino night in San Jose.
It was a huge benefit for EHC Lifebuilders - a non-profit that shelters the homeless.
'It raised about 40-thousand dollars last year,' said Hilary Barroga of EHC Lifepartners. She says it not only raised money for the program, but people had fun doing it. 'Poker is the in fun thing right now, and we wanted to capture what people were into, and bring a new demographic into our donor base.'
"
Len Ramirez
Reporting
(CBS 5) SAN JOSE Casino action is a popular way to raise big money for charities. Just ask the folks who put on a recent casino night in San Jose.
It was a huge benefit for EHC Lifebuilders - a non-profit that shelters the homeless.
'It raised about 40-thousand dollars last year,' said Hilary Barroga of EHC Lifepartners. She says it not only raised money for the program, but people had fun doing it. 'Poker is the in fun thing right now, and we wanted to capture what people were into, and bring a new demographic into our donor base.'
"
Businesses Active in Charitable Giving
Businesses Active in Charitable Giving: "Businesses Active in Charitable Giving
Nov. 1, 2005 (SmartPros) -- About 75 percent of fast-growth companies surveyed by PricewaterhouseCoopers report charitable giving activities to some extent. In return for their generosity, companies accrue a variety of benefits, including high-level networking in the community, and opportunities for attracting and retaining employees with compatible values."
Nov. 1, 2005 (SmartPros) -- About 75 percent of fast-growth companies surveyed by PricewaterhouseCoopers report charitable giving activities to some extent. In return for their generosity, companies accrue a variety of benefits, including high-level networking in the community, and opportunities for attracting and retaining employees with compatible values."
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