ABC News: Model Petra Nemcova Focuses on Charity: "Model Petra Nemcova Focuses on Charity
Czech Tsunami Survivor and Model Petra Nemcova Focuses on Charity
(AP Photo/Shiho Fukada)
The Associated PressThe Associated Press
WASHINGTON Dec 15, 2005 — Petra Nemcova said Thursday she recently made a tearful return to her work as a supermodel but still devotes most of her time to the children's charity she established after recovering from injuries sustained in last year's tsunami."
Friday, December 16, 2005
Scotsman.com News - Scotland - Fundraisers will be forced to reveal if they are paid
Scotsman.com News - Scotland - Fundraisers will be forced to reveal if they are paid: "Fundraisers will be forced to reveal if they are paid
ANGUS HOWARTH
NEW rules to make charity fundraisers in Scotland disclose whether they are being paid to collect public donations were launched yesterday.
The regulations, which will come into effect next summer,
will require fundraisers to say who they are, whether they are being paid to collect donations and how much of the collected money goes to the charity."
ANGUS HOWARTH
NEW rules to make charity fundraisers in Scotland disclose whether they are being paid to collect public donations were launched yesterday.
The regulations, which will come into effect next summer,
will require fundraisers to say who they are, whether they are being paid to collect donations and how much of the collected money goes to the charity."
News from Agape Press
News from Agape Press: "Proposed Amendment May Restore Associated Churches' Tax-Exempt Status
By Allie Martin
December 15, 2005
(AgapePress) - A U.S. senator from Arkansas has proposed a measure that would restore tax-exemption eligibility for a handful of churches across the United States. The amendment is designed to address a 2001 Internal Revenue Service ruling that disqualified 'associations of churches' from claiming tax-exempt status if they allow individual members to vote during organizational meetings."
By Allie Martin
December 15, 2005
(AgapePress) - A U.S. senator from Arkansas has proposed a measure that would restore tax-exemption eligibility for a handful of churches across the United States. The amendment is designed to address a 2001 Internal Revenue Service ruling that disqualified 'associations of churches' from claiming tax-exempt status if they allow individual members to vote during organizational meetings."
Royal GazetteDonations reach $2m mark for Red Cross(Bermuda)
Royal Gazette: "Donations reach $2m mark for Red Cross
By Tricia Walters
Weather-related disasters in 2005 have led to donations from Islanders totalling more than $2 million.
According to a report by the United National Environment Programme (UNEP), 2005 saw the highest number of hurricanes or tropical storms since records began in 1850 – showing a growing trend which experts have linked with climate change.
The report quoted preliminary estimates presented by Munich Re Foundation.
This year’s trend shows that major tropical storms in the Atlantic and Pacific have increased in duration and intensity by 50 percent since the 1970s, the report said.
As for the victims of these natural disasters, which included not only hurricanes, but also earthquakes, droughts in West Africa and floods, charities in Bermuda did not shy away from raising money."
By Tricia Walters
Weather-related disasters in 2005 have led to donations from Islanders totalling more than $2 million.
According to a report by the United National Environment Programme (UNEP), 2005 saw the highest number of hurricanes or tropical storms since records began in 1850 – showing a growing trend which experts have linked with climate change.
The report quoted preliminary estimates presented by Munich Re Foundation.
This year’s trend shows that major tropical storms in the Atlantic and Pacific have increased in duration and intensity by 50 percent since the 1970s, the report said.
As for the victims of these natural disasters, which included not only hurricanes, but also earthquakes, droughts in West Africa and floods, charities in Bermuda did not shy away from raising money."
Catholic Explorer :: Charitable giving fatigue is felt in diocese and beyond
Catholic Explorer :: Charitable giving fatigue is felt in diocese and beyond: "Charitable giving fatigue is felt in diocese and beyond
By KATHRYNNE SKONICKI
Charitable giving fatigue is felt in diocese and beyond
A volunteer for the Salvation Army braves the snowy weather to ring her bell for donations.
ROMEOVILLE—The American public has used its checkbook to demonstrate compassion in 2005 and nonprofit organizations continue to express their gratitude. However, some nonprofits have conveyed concern over donor fatigue, especially as many organizations are in the midst of year-end appeals.
Catholic Relief Services is still carrying out a five-year $188 million relief effort in tsumani affected areas in Southeast Asia and is pleading with donors to help avert a second round of deaths after a Pakistan earthquake that affected more than 2.2 million children. Stateside, Catholic Charities USA documented the continued generosity of Americans as they donated more than $116 million to aid survivors of Hurricanes Katrina and Rita, but Catholic Charities agencies across the country expressed concerns about bracing for high utility costs and a bleak financial future."
By KATHRYNNE SKONICKI
Charitable giving fatigue is felt in diocese and beyond
A volunteer for the Salvation Army braves the snowy weather to ring her bell for donations.
ROMEOVILLE—The American public has used its checkbook to demonstrate compassion in 2005 and nonprofit organizations continue to express their gratitude. However, some nonprofits have conveyed concern over donor fatigue, especially as many organizations are in the midst of year-end appeals.
Catholic Relief Services is still carrying out a five-year $188 million relief effort in tsumani affected areas in Southeast Asia and is pleading with donors to help avert a second round of deaths after a Pakistan earthquake that affected more than 2.2 million children. Stateside, Catholic Charities USA documented the continued generosity of Americans as they donated more than $116 million to aid survivors of Hurricanes Katrina and Rita, but Catholic Charities agencies across the country expressed concerns about bracing for high utility costs and a bleak financial future."
The Seattle Times: Opinion: Playing God on a budget
The Seattle Times: Opinion: Playing God on a budget: "Ellen Goodman / Syndicated columnist
Playing God on a budget
BOSTON — The kitchen table was set with the usual utensils for our annual family conference: A mug of coffee, a pot of tea, a stack of fundraising requests, a checkbook and a pen.
Our domestic scene was by no means unique. Americans donate around $250 billion a year. We give half of it between Thanksgiving and Christmas, driven by seasonal good will and (blush) an IRS deadline. This week alone, thousands of families will put billions of dollars into sealed envelopes all destined to do good.
Though we are not, to put it mildly, Melinda and Bill Gates, my husband and I perform this ritual with some generosity and good feeling. But this year, as we shuffled through the requests, with their check-off boxes and carefully honed appeals, something clicked."
Playing God on a budget
BOSTON — The kitchen table was set with the usual utensils for our annual family conference: A mug of coffee, a pot of tea, a stack of fundraising requests, a checkbook and a pen.
Our domestic scene was by no means unique. Americans donate around $250 billion a year. We give half of it between Thanksgiving and Christmas, driven by seasonal good will and (blush) an IRS deadline. This week alone, thousands of families will put billions of dollars into sealed envelopes all destined to do good.
Though we are not, to put it mildly, Melinda and Bill Gates, my husband and I perform this ritual with some generosity and good feeling. But this year, as we shuffled through the requests, with their check-off boxes and carefully honed appeals, something clicked."
Illinois Foundations, Individuals Donate $9.1 Billion to Charity :: PNNOnline ::
Illinois Foundations, Individuals Donate $9.1 Billion to Charity :: PNNOnline ::: "llinois Foundations, Individuals Donate $9.1 Billion to Charity
Posted by: jeleneb on Friday, December 16, 2005
Topic General Fundraising
Charitable giving in Illinois totaled $9.1 billion in 2003, an increase of 2 percent from 2001, according to a new report on foundation, corporate and individual giving trends in the state. Released by the Donors Forum of Chicago, Giving in Illinois 2005 found that this increase was fueled by a rise in individual giving, while foundation and corporate giving dropped for the first time in six years.
Giving in Illinois 2005 offers detailed analysis on grantmaking by region, subject area and support type using 2003 data, the most current data available for Illinois foundations.
After steadily increasing since 1997, grantmaking by foundations and corporations fell for the first time in 2003. Giving by foundations and corporations totaled $1.49 billion, a decrease of 9 percent from 2001. Meanwhile, giving by individuals in Illinois rose to $7.6 billion in 2003, an increase of 5.8 percent compared with 2001."
Posted by: jeleneb on Friday, December 16, 2005
Topic General Fundraising
Charitable giving in Illinois totaled $9.1 billion in 2003, an increase of 2 percent from 2001, according to a new report on foundation, corporate and individual giving trends in the state. Released by the Donors Forum of Chicago, Giving in Illinois 2005 found that this increase was fueled by a rise in individual giving, while foundation and corporate giving dropped for the first time in six years.
Giving in Illinois 2005 offers detailed analysis on grantmaking by region, subject area and support type using 2003 data, the most current data available for Illinois foundations.
After steadily increasing since 1997, grantmaking by foundations and corporations fell for the first time in 2003. Giving by foundations and corporations totaled $1.49 billion, a decrease of 9 percent from 2001. Meanwhile, giving by individuals in Illinois rose to $7.6 billion in 2003, an increase of 5.8 percent compared with 2001."
ABC News: Corporate 'Peace Corps': Companies Now Lend Employees
ABC News: Corporate 'Peace Corps': Companies Now Lend Employees: "Corporate 'Peace Corps': Companies Now Lend Employees
Businesses Expand Philanthropy By Giving More than Cash and Products
Global Health
Solveig Haupt in her new job in southwestern India as a Pfizer corporate fellow. (Solveig Haupt)
By CHARLOTTE SECTOR
Dec. 16, 2005 — Solveig Haupt's work environment changed dramatically three months ago.
She left the confines of her New York City office for a crowded hospital in southern India to volunteer her marketing and management skills as a Pfizer fellow."
Businesses Expand Philanthropy By Giving More than Cash and Products
Global Health
Solveig Haupt in her new job in southwestern India as a Pfizer corporate fellow. (Solveig Haupt)
By CHARLOTTE SECTOR
Dec. 16, 2005 — Solveig Haupt's work environment changed dramatically three months ago.
She left the confines of her New York City office for a crowded hospital in southern India to volunteer her marketing and management skills as a Pfizer fellow."
Thursday, December 15, 2005
Canadians less charitable?
Canadians less charitable?: "Canadians less charitable?
Far less generous than Americans: study
Eric Beauchesne, CanWest News Service
Published: Thursday, December 15, 2005
OTTAWA -- Canadians are far less generous with their charity giving than Americans, a report from the Fraser Institute says.
The organization calculates that if Canadians were as generous as Americans, then Canadian charities would have $8-billion a year more to help the needy.
That Canadians have come to rely on a more generous social safety net, and as a result also pay higher taxes, may explain in part why they give less to charity than Americans, said one of the authors of the annual report by the Fraser Institute."
Far less generous than Americans: study
Eric Beauchesne, CanWest News Service
Published: Thursday, December 15, 2005
OTTAWA -- Canadians are far less generous with their charity giving than Americans, a report from the Fraser Institute says.
The organization calculates that if Canadians were as generous as Americans, then Canadian charities would have $8-billion a year more to help the needy.
That Canadians have come to rely on a more generous social safety net, and as a result also pay higher taxes, may explain in part why they give less to charity than Americans, said one of the authors of the annual report by the Fraser Institute."
Wisconsin State Journal
Wisconsin State Journal: "Charity, religion and public schools
00:00 am 12/15/05
The red Salvation Army kettle is a ubiquitous part of the holidays, but should public schools send students on bell-ringing field trips for the religious-affiliated organization?
The red Salvation Army kettle is a ubiquitous part of the holidays, but should public schools send students on bell-ringing field trips for the religious-affiliated organization?
(DARREN HAUCK -- Associated Press file photo)
Today's issue: Should public-school students help to raise funds for the Salvation Army?
Background: Last week, Chavez Elementary School in Madison canceled a third-grade field trip to help raise money for the Salvation Army after a parent objected to having public-school students help the religious-based charitable organization. Assistant Superintendent Sue Abplanalp said Chavez staff chose the organization due to its charity work with the poor and homeless rather than for its Christian basis.
Viewpoints: Most writers say the Salvation Army helps, not harms, people.One writer applauds the parent who protested against the trip."
00:00 am 12/15/05
The red Salvation Army kettle is a ubiquitous part of the holidays, but should public schools send students on bell-ringing field trips for the religious-affiliated organization?
The red Salvation Army kettle is a ubiquitous part of the holidays, but should public schools send students on bell-ringing field trips for the religious-affiliated organization?
(DARREN HAUCK -- Associated Press file photo)
Today's issue: Should public-school students help to raise funds for the Salvation Army?
Background: Last week, Chavez Elementary School in Madison canceled a third-grade field trip to help raise money for the Salvation Army after a parent objected to having public-school students help the religious-based charitable organization. Assistant Superintendent Sue Abplanalp said Chavez staff chose the organization due to its charity work with the poor and homeless rather than for its Christian basis.
Viewpoints: Most writers say the Salvation Army helps, not harms, people.One writer applauds the parent who protested against the trip."
Scottish Charities go Online
content: "Scottish charities go online
07/12/05
The first ever list of the 18,000 Scottish charities, plus a profile of their activities, has been published by the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR).
The list includes details of each organisation’s charitable purposes, income, beneficiaries and geographical location while the profile, called Scottish Charities 2005, gives various statistics reflecting the state of the Scottish charitable sector."
07/12/05
The first ever list of the 18,000 Scottish charities, plus a profile of their activities, has been published by the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR).
The list includes details of each organisation’s charitable purposes, income, beneficiaries and geographical location while the profile, called Scottish Charities 2005, gives various statistics reflecting the state of the Scottish charitable sector."
Queen Noor Of Jordan To Keynote Portland, Oregon's Premier Philanthropic Event - (Medford Article)
Queen Noor Of Jordan To Keynote Portland, Oregon's Premier Philanthropic Event - (Medford Article): "Queen Noor Of Jordan To Keynote Portland, Oregon's Premier Philanthropic Event
Portland, Oregon - Her Majesty Queen Noor of Jordan will be the featured speaker at Portland State University's annual Simon Benson Awards Dinner on March 1, 2006, honoring philanthropists Gary and Barbara Ames and Ken and Marta Thrasher. In its seventh year, the Simon Benson Awards dinner is Portland's premiere philanthropic event, celebrating Pacific Northwest residents who are advocates for philanthropy. Named after one of Oregon's philanthropic pioneers, the award recognizes individuals who are visionaries and have generously given time and/or money to support the lives of generations of Oregonians."
Portland, Oregon - Her Majesty Queen Noor of Jordan will be the featured speaker at Portland State University's annual Simon Benson Awards Dinner on March 1, 2006, honoring philanthropists Gary and Barbara Ames and Ken and Marta Thrasher. In its seventh year, the Simon Benson Awards dinner is Portland's premiere philanthropic event, celebrating Pacific Northwest residents who are advocates for philanthropy. Named after one of Oregon's philanthropic pioneers, the award recognizes individuals who are visionaries and have generously given time and/or money to support the lives of generations of Oregonians."
Make the most of your last-minute donations - Countdown to Christmas - MSNBC.com
Make the most of your last-minute donations - Countdown to Christmas - MSNBC.com: "Make the most of your last-minute donations
By Jean Chatzky
“Today” financial editor
Updated: 11:32 a.m. ET Dec. 14, 2005
Are you in the giving mood this holiday season? If so, your donations must be made by Dec. 31 in order to get a 2005 tax credit. “Today” financial editor Jean Chatzky shares advice on how to make the most of your charitable contributions."
By Jean Chatzky
“Today” financial editor
Updated: 11:32 a.m. ET Dec. 14, 2005
Are you in the giving mood this holiday season? If so, your donations must be made by Dec. 31 in order to get a 2005 tax credit. “Today” financial editor Jean Chatzky shares advice on how to make the most of your charitable contributions."
U.S. charitable donations could set record this year | IndyStar.com
U.S. charitable donations could set record this year | IndyStar.com: "U.S. charitable donations could set record this year
Groups report that requests for aid have not left donors tired of making contributions
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By David Crary
Associated Press
NEW YORK -- Donor fatigue? Not this year.
Even after the outpouring of donations for the Indian Ocean tsunami and Hurricane Katrina, holiday giving is robust this season, and 2005 could well set an overall record, U.S. charity officials are reporting.
'It seems to be a phenomenal year,' said Stacy Palmer, editor of the Chronicle of Philanthropy. 'Donor fatigue is something not many charities are seeing.'"
Groups report that requests for aid have not left donors tired of making contributions
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By David Crary
Associated Press
NEW YORK -- Donor fatigue? Not this year.
Even after the outpouring of donations for the Indian Ocean tsunami and Hurricane Katrina, holiday giving is robust this season, and 2005 could well set an overall record, U.S. charity officials are reporting.
'It seems to be a phenomenal year,' said Stacy Palmer, editor of the Chronicle of Philanthropy. 'Donor fatigue is something not many charities are seeing.'"
10NBC / WHEC TV-10-Former President Clinton visits Rochester, tours RIT with Golisano
10NBC / WHEC TV-10: "President Clinton visits Rochester
Former President Bill Clinton visited Rochester Wednesday afternoon at the invitation of Paychex founder Tom Golisano. They toured the RIT campus and spoke to students and staff. During his speech the 42nd president praised Golisano for his philanthropy and for making a difference in the world. "
Former President Bill Clinton visited Rochester Wednesday afternoon at the invitation of Paychex founder Tom Golisano. They toured the RIT campus and spoke to students and staff. During his speech the 42nd president praised Golisano for his philanthropy and for making a difference in the world. "
Wednesday, December 14, 2005
ABC News: America's Charities Impressed by Donors
ABC News: America's Charities Impressed by Donors: "America's Charities Impressed by Donors
America's Charities End a Challenging Year Impressed by Their Donors' Zeal
People line up for food provided by the American Red Cross in the Lakeshore neighborhood of New Orleans, Wednesday, Dec. 7, 2005. Some charities feared their holiday season fundraising would suffer as donors decided they had given enough. Thus far, however, end-of-year giving is generally reported strong, although some local charities remain worried because they have more needy people to serve. (AP Photo/Chitose Suzuki, File)
By DAVID CRARY AP National Writer
The Associated PressThe Associated Press
NEW YORK Dec 14, 2005 — Donor fatigue? Not this year. Even after the outpouring of donations for the Indian Ocean tsunami and Hurricane Katrina, holiday giving is robust this season and 2005 could well set an overall record, U.S. charity officials are reporting.
'It seems to be a phenomenal year,' said Stacy Palmer, editor of the Chronicle of Philanthropy. 'Donor fatigue is something not many charities are seeing.'"
America's Charities End a Challenging Year Impressed by Their Donors' Zeal
People line up for food provided by the American Red Cross in the Lakeshore neighborhood of New Orleans, Wednesday, Dec. 7, 2005. Some charities feared their holiday season fundraising would suffer as donors decided they had given enough. Thus far, however, end-of-year giving is generally reported strong, although some local charities remain worried because they have more needy people to serve. (AP Photo/Chitose Suzuki, File)
By DAVID CRARY AP National Writer
The Associated PressThe Associated Press
NEW YORK Dec 14, 2005 — Donor fatigue? Not this year. Even after the outpouring of donations for the Indian Ocean tsunami and Hurricane Katrina, holiday giving is robust this season and 2005 could well set an overall record, U.S. charity officials are reporting.
'It seems to be a phenomenal year,' said Stacy Palmer, editor of the Chronicle of Philanthropy. 'Donor fatigue is something not many charities are seeing.'"
New Models Emerge for Workplace Giving Campaigns: Broader Employee Interests and Technology Drive Change
PRESS RELEASE
New Models Emerge for Workplace Giving Campaigns: Broader Employee Interests and Technology Drive Change: "Press release from: Global Impact
New Models Emerge for Workplace Giving Campaigns: Broader Employee Interests and Technology Drive Change
(CSRwire) Alexandria, Virginia - A study of 22 U.S. corporations reveals that the traditional workplace giving campaign is evolving into a new model. The study found that more corporations are providing their employees charitable choices beyond local charities and also integrating technology as a core campaign component. With more than $3.8 billion generated annually for charity, workplace giving campaigns are an integral aspect of individual philanthropy in the U.S.
'The changes in workplace giving campaigns that we are seeing today are being driven by donors who are more diverse and sophisticated in their charitable giving interests.' said Ren�e Acosta, president and CEO of Global Impact. 'Moreover, the availability of technology solutions facilitates campaigns providing greater workplace giving choices to their employees.' "
New Models Emerge for Workplace Giving Campaigns: Broader Employee Interests and Technology Drive Change: "Press release from: Global Impact
New Models Emerge for Workplace Giving Campaigns: Broader Employee Interests and Technology Drive Change
(CSRwire) Alexandria, Virginia - A study of 22 U.S. corporations reveals that the traditional workplace giving campaign is evolving into a new model. The study found that more corporations are providing their employees charitable choices beyond local charities and also integrating technology as a core campaign component. With more than $3.8 billion generated annually for charity, workplace giving campaigns are an integral aspect of individual philanthropy in the U.S.
'The changes in workplace giving campaigns that we are seeing today are being driven by donors who are more diverse and sophisticated in their charitable giving interests.' said Ren�e Acosta, president and CEO of Global Impact. 'Moreover, the availability of technology solutions facilitates campaigns providing greater workplace giving choices to their employees.' "
News from The Roanoke Times -Bald is bountiful
News from The Roanoke Times -Bald is bountiful: "spokeswoman at the Center on Philanthropy at Indiana University said this year's hurricanes and the South Asian tsunami have had an effect on charities.
'The results are pretty mixed results across the board on how Hurricane Katrina giving has affected other charities,' said Adriene Davis. 'We do know that human services organizations ... often feel the pinch when there is a pinch at all in giving. That is often because there is an increase in the need for their services at the same time that there is a decrease in giving.''
The Rescue Mission's plight is similar to other human service agencies across the country.
'The results are pretty mixed results across the board on how Hurricane Katrina giving has affected other charities,' said Adriene Davis. 'We do know that human services organizations ... often feel the pinch when there is a pinch at all in giving. That is often because there is an increase in the need for their services at the same time that there is a decrease in giving.''
The Rescue Mission's plight is similar to other human service agencies across the country.
Public backs donors' say in fund use - Nation/Politics - The Washington Times, America's Newspaper
Public backs donors' say in fund use - Nation/Politics - The Washington Times, America's Newspaper: "ublic backs donors' say in fund use
By Jennifer Harper
THE WASHINGTON TIMES
December 14, 2005
The public does not take kindly to nonprofit organizations, charities and educational institutions that ignore the wishes of donors and misuse donated money, according to a Zogby poll released today. "
By Jennifer Harper
THE WASHINGTON TIMES
December 14, 2005
The public does not take kindly to nonprofit organizations, charities and educational institutions that ignore the wishes of donors and misuse donated money, according to a Zogby poll released today. "
NewsOK.com | Powered by The Oklahoman and NEWS 9
NewsOK.com | Powered by The Oklahoman and NEWS 9: "End of the year is smart time to give to charity
Today's Q&A is with the vice president of membership, Association of Fundraising Professionals -- Oklahoma Chapter.
Q: With so many nonprofits in Oklahoma and beyond, how do we decide which are legitimate organizations that deserve our support?
A: Great giving decisions start with great information. And in this information age, the data you need to make a sound and reasoned giving decision is easily available. At www.guidestar.org, you can find detailed information on almost every IRS-registered charity in the United States. This information includes the charity's mission, its programs, its leadership and its finances. You can also check with friends and colleagues who might have insight into a certain local charity's programs and whether or not its programs are achieving the desired results. Additionally, you can call the nonprofit directly and ask for their annual report and/or an audited financial statement."
Today's Q&A is with the vice president of membership, Association of Fundraising Professionals -- Oklahoma Chapter.
Q: With so many nonprofits in Oklahoma and beyond, how do we decide which are legitimate organizations that deserve our support?
A: Great giving decisions start with great information. And in this information age, the data you need to make a sound and reasoned giving decision is easily available. At www.guidestar.org, you can find detailed information on almost every IRS-registered charity in the United States. This information includes the charity's mission, its programs, its leadership and its finances. You can also check with friends and colleagues who might have insight into a certain local charity's programs and whether or not its programs are achieving the desired results. Additionally, you can call the nonprofit directly and ask for their annual report and/or an audited financial statement."
Times Leader | 12/14/2005 | Cds Creative, inc., CreateAThon benefits regional nonprofits
Times Leader | 12/14/2005 | Cds Creative, inc., CreateAThon benefits regional nonprofits: "Cds Creative, inc., CreateAThon benefits regional nonprofits
Cds Creative, inc., a six person advertising, marketing, public relations and event management agency, held its CreateAThon, a 24-hour work-around-the-clock effort,"
Cds Creative, inc., a six person advertising, marketing, public relations and event management agency, held its CreateAThon, a 24-hour work-around-the-clock effort,"
Philadelphia Inquirer | 12/14/2005 | A double standard in charity
Philadelphia Inquirer | 12/14/2005 | A double standard in charity: "A double standard in charity
Giving to the poor lags this year despite a rise in donations to hospitals and religious groups.
By Toni Callas
Inquirer Staff Writer
The clang of the tiny, gold bell drew Maple Shade's Marlene Currier to the Salvation Army's familiar red kettle outside Strawbridge's at the Cherry Hill Mall.
She put in a few dollars and was on her way. It didn't matter that she had already given to a New Orleans family devastated by Hurricane Katrina.
'My husband and I live by the saying, 'To whom much is given, much is expected,' ' Currier said. 'We are very blessed and want to give when we can.'
Apparently many Americans feel the same. Despite reports that donor fatigue is affecting Christmas giving, those who keep track say agencies and groups will see an overall increase from the $250 billion raised for charity last year."
Giving to the poor lags this year despite a rise in donations to hospitals and religious groups.
By Toni Callas
Inquirer Staff Writer
The clang of the tiny, gold bell drew Maple Shade's Marlene Currier to the Salvation Army's familiar red kettle outside Strawbridge's at the Cherry Hill Mall.
She put in a few dollars and was on her way. It didn't matter that she had already given to a New Orleans family devastated by Hurricane Katrina.
'My husband and I live by the saying, 'To whom much is given, much is expected,' ' Currier said. 'We are very blessed and want to give when we can.'
Apparently many Americans feel the same. Despite reports that donor fatigue is affecting Christmas giving, those who keep track say agencies and groups will see an overall increase from the $250 billion raised for charity last year."
HollywoodPoker.com Announces Charity Poker Gone MADD Winner: Financial News - Yahoo! Finance
PRESS RELEASE
HollywoodPoker.com Announces Charity Poker Gone MADD Winner: Financial News - Yahoo! Finance: "HollywoodPoker.com Announces Charity Poker Gone MADD Winner
Wednesday December 14, 6:00 am ET
BELL GARDENS, Calif., Dec. 14 /PRNewswire/ -- HollywoodPoker.com ( http://www.hollywoodpoker.com ), where the stars come to play, was happy to lend a helping hand on Saturday, December 3, 2005 for the first installment of the 'Charity Poker Gone MADD Tournament Series,' organized by Exit 131 Productions and Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) at the Bicycle Casino. More than 170 players participated in the first installment of the series, generating a prize pool of $69,000."
HollywoodPoker.com Announces Charity Poker Gone MADD Winner: Financial News - Yahoo! Finance: "HollywoodPoker.com Announces Charity Poker Gone MADD Winner
Wednesday December 14, 6:00 am ET
BELL GARDENS, Calif., Dec. 14 /PRNewswire/ -- HollywoodPoker.com ( http://www.hollywoodpoker.com ), where the stars come to play, was happy to lend a helping hand on Saturday, December 3, 2005 for the first installment of the 'Charity Poker Gone MADD Tournament Series,' organized by Exit 131 Productions and Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) at the Bicycle Casino. More than 170 players participated in the first installment of the series, generating a prize pool of $69,000."
The Fraser Institute: Media Release-Once Again Manitoba Tops the Fraser Institute's Generosity Index; Americans Donate Twice as Much as Canadians
The Fraser Institute: Media Release-Once Again Manitoba Tops the Fraser Institute's Generosity Index; Americans Donate Twice as Much as Canadians: "The Fraser Institute: Media Release-Once Again Manitoba Tops the Fraser Institute's Generosity Index; Americans Donate Twice as Much as Canadians
CALGARY, ALBERTA--(CCNMatthews - Dec. 14, 2005) - Manitoba is once again Canada's most generous province, according to Charitable Giving in Canada and the US: The 2005 Generosity Index, released today by The Fraser Institute.
'The charitable sector depends on the generosity of Canadians to finance the provision of goods and services that might not otherwise be available to some of society's neediest citizens,' said Sylvia LeRoy, policy analyst at The Fraser Institute. 'Our Generosity Index measures private charitable giving across the Canadian provinces and US states.'
Generosity in Canada
Manitoba ranks first in Canada for having the highest percentage of tax-filers donating to charity (28.3 percent), followed by Ontario (27.0 percent) and Saskatchewan (26.7 percent)."
CALGARY, ALBERTA--(CCNMatthews - Dec. 14, 2005) - Manitoba is once again Canada's most generous province, according to Charitable Giving in Canada and the US: The 2005 Generosity Index, released today by The Fraser Institute.
'The charitable sector depends on the generosity of Canadians to finance the provision of goods and services that might not otherwise be available to some of society's neediest citizens,' said Sylvia LeRoy, policy analyst at The Fraser Institute. 'Our Generosity Index measures private charitable giving across the Canadian provinces and US states.'
Generosity in Canada
Manitoba ranks first in Canada for having the highest percentage of tax-filers donating to charity (28.3 percent), followed by Ontario (27.0 percent) and Saskatchewan (26.7 percent)."
Chicago Tribune | $2.9 billion given after storm
Chicago Tribune | $2.9 billion given after storm: "$2.9 billion given after storm
By Charles Storch
Published December 14, 2005
Charitable giving by Americans to help victims of this year's major Gulf Coast hurricanes has exceeded $2.96 billion in fewer than four months, topping the estimated $2.8 billion donated over several years in response to the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, according to a report released Tuesday.
The Center on Philanthropy at Indiana University also found that U.S. disaster giving totaled around $4.83 billion when it included the nearly $1.8 billion and more than $83 million so far donated, respectively, to assist South Asian victims of last December's tsunami and October's earthquake."
By Charles Storch
Published December 14, 2005
Charitable giving by Americans to help victims of this year's major Gulf Coast hurricanes has exceeded $2.96 billion in fewer than four months, topping the estimated $2.8 billion donated over several years in response to the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, according to a report released Tuesday.
The Center on Philanthropy at Indiana University also found that U.S. disaster giving totaled around $4.83 billion when it included the nearly $1.8 billion and more than $83 million so far donated, respectively, to assist South Asian victims of last December's tsunami and October's earthquake."
Red Cross Top Official Steps Down
Red Cross Top Official Steps Down: "Red Cross Top Official Steps Down
Charity Says Departure Is Unrelated to Katrina
By Jacqueline L. Salmon
Washington Post Staff Writer
Wednesday, December 14, 2005; Page A01
The American Red Cross, facing criticism for its Hurricane Katrina relief effort, said yesterday that its chief executive, Marsha J. Evans, has resigned -- the latest in a string of leaders who have struggled to guide the giant, often troubled charity."
Charity Says Departure Is Unrelated to Katrina
By Jacqueline L. Salmon
Washington Post Staff Writer
Wednesday, December 14, 2005; Page A01
The American Red Cross, facing criticism for its Hurricane Katrina relief effort, said yesterday that its chief executive, Marsha J. Evans, has resigned -- the latest in a string of leaders who have struggled to guide the giant, often troubled charity."
ABC News: Red Cross President Resigns; Questions Remain
ABC News: Red Cross President Resigns; Questions Remain: "Dec. 13, 2005 — Today's resignation by American Red Cross President Marsha Evans makes her the third in the last four presidents of the organization to end their tenure after a major national disaster.
Evans' resignation came as a surprise just hours before a congressional committee heard detailed testimony of Red Cross shortcomings and failures in the wake of Hurricane Katrina"
Evans' resignation came as a surprise just hours before a congressional committee heard detailed testimony of Red Cross shortcomings and failures in the wake of Hurricane Katrina"
BBC NEWS | UK | Magazine | How to give away �51m
BBC NEWS | UK | Magazine | How to give away �51m: "How to give away �51m
By Jonathan Duffy
BBC News Magazine
Body Shop founder Anita Roddick says she plans to give away her entire �51m fortune to good causes. But there's nothing straightforward about philanthropy these days."
By Jonathan Duffy
BBC News Magazine
Body Shop founder Anita Roddick says she plans to give away her entire �51m fortune to good causes. But there's nothing straightforward about philanthropy these days."
The Resource Alliance (formerly known as The International Fund Raising Group)
The Resource Alliance (formerly known as The International Fund Raising Group): "Global Connections
The electronic newsletter of the Resource Alliance
Welcome to Issue 20 of 'Global Connections', the Resource Alliance’s electronic newsletter. Please pass along this newsletter to anyone you feel might find it of interest. "
The electronic newsletter of the Resource Alliance
Welcome to Issue 20 of 'Global Connections', the Resource Alliance’s electronic newsletter. Please pass along this newsletter to anyone you feel might find it of interest. "
Tuesday, December 13, 2005
New Orleans CityBusiness -- Boggs to serve as nonprofit ambassador
New Orleans CityBusiness -- New Orleans CityBusiness: "Boggs to serve as nonprofit ambassador
By April Capochino
2005-12-12 1:24 PM CST
NEW ORLEANS — Former Congresswoman Lindy Boggs will serve as the official ambassador of the Unified Nonprofits of Greater New Orleans, a post-Katrina collaboration of nonprofits.
Boggs was the first woman elected to the U.S. House of Representatives, served as a U.S. ambassador to the Vatican and is the mother of news analyst Cokie Roberts.
Early today, she spoke to a room of about 30 nonprofit leaders at the Ashe Cultural Arts Center on Oretha Castle Haley Boulevard in Central City.
'We were trying to think of someone who could represent what the nonprofit sector does and someone suggested her name, which made complete sense,' said Lisa Kaichen, who heads the group."
By April Capochino
2005-12-12 1:24 PM CST
NEW ORLEANS — Former Congresswoman Lindy Boggs will serve as the official ambassador of the Unified Nonprofits of Greater New Orleans, a post-Katrina collaboration of nonprofits.
Boggs was the first woman elected to the U.S. House of Representatives, served as a U.S. ambassador to the Vatican and is the mother of news analyst Cokie Roberts.
Early today, she spoke to a room of about 30 nonprofit leaders at the Ashe Cultural Arts Center on Oretha Castle Haley Boulevard in Central City.
'We were trying to think of someone who could represent what the nonprofit sector does and someone suggested her name, which made complete sense,' said Lisa Kaichen, who heads the group."
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