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"Boston College is creating a graduate church management degree program and the University of Notre Dame has long trained students to work for nonprofits, though not necessarily church-run organizations."
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Friday, October 20, 2006
Ocean County Observer - Catholic colleges offer management training
Ocean County Observer - Catholic colleges offer management training:
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"Boston College is creating a graduate church management degree program and the University of Notre Dame has long trained students to work for nonprofits, though not necessarily church-run organizations."
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"Boston College is creating a graduate church management degree program and the University of Notre Dame has long trained students to work for nonprofits, though not necessarily church-run organizations."
The philanthropist - USATODAY.com
The philanthropist - USATODAY.com: "One thing Pitt has learned: Superstardom can be used for good.
Pitt, producer Jerry Weintraub says, is 'interested in different things now than he was 10 years ago. He's really giving back now.'
Since getting involved with Jolie, a U.N. goodwill ambassador, he has become a vocal ambassador for Bono's One campaign, which seeks to eradicate poverty. He also chairs the jury for the Global Green project, which seeks to reduce climate change by constructing environmentally friendly buildings and cities."
Pitt, producer Jerry Weintraub says, is 'interested in different things now than he was 10 years ago. He's really giving back now.'
Since getting involved with Jolie, a U.N. goodwill ambassador, he has become a vocal ambassador for Bono's One campaign, which seeks to eradicate poverty. He also chairs the jury for the Global Green project, which seeks to reduce climate change by constructing environmentally friendly buildings and cities."
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Thursday, October 19, 2006
Thrift stores thrive as families struggle - 10/18/06 - The Detroit News Online
Thrift stores thrive as families struggle - 10/18/06 - The Detroit News Online: "Thrift stores thrive as families struggle
Charities set up more clothing, furniture shops as ailing economy takes toll on working poor.
Christina Stolarz / The Detroit News
PONTIAC -- After three weeks of sleeping on a thin, foam mattress on the floor of his bare Pontiac home, William Lomax was ready to upgrade to a bed.
His limited income kept him away from traditional furniture stores. But the 60-year-old retired auditor found help in a different form -- the Furniture Bank, a Pontiac nonprofit organization that provides free basic furniture and household goods to those in need.
Michigan's struggling economy is one reason that the Furniture Bank -- and other thrift organizations such as the Salvation Army and Society of St. Vincent de Paul -- are expanding throughout Metro Detroit."
Charities set up more clothing, furniture shops as ailing economy takes toll on working poor.
Christina Stolarz / The Detroit News
PONTIAC -- After three weeks of sleeping on a thin, foam mattress on the floor of his bare Pontiac home, William Lomax was ready to upgrade to a bed.
His limited income kept him away from traditional furniture stores. But the 60-year-old retired auditor found help in a different form -- the Furniture Bank, a Pontiac nonprofit organization that provides free basic furniture and household goods to those in need.
Michigan's struggling economy is one reason that the Furniture Bank -- and other thrift organizations such as the Salvation Army and Society of St. Vincent de Paul -- are expanding throughout Metro Detroit."
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Wednesday, October 18, 2006
BCNG Portals Page-Whidbey youth coffee shop expands
BCNG Portals Page: "
Whidbey youth coffee shop expands
By MICHAELA MARX WHEATLEY
Oct 18 2006
Jason Tenuta, 17, usually has his hands full helping to run Island Coffee House in Langley. Recently, the South Whidbey High School senior’s responsibilities expanded.
Island Coffee House bought the Golden Otter Used Bookstore. The bookstore will now be operated by South Whidbey youth, just like the coffee shop.
“It’s really good hands-on experience. We look at bookkeeping, see where the money goes,” Tenuta said.
The team of 12 to 18-year-old volunteers have spent countless hours in recent weeks building bookshelves, cataloguing books and thinking up concepts to improve business at the bookstore.
“We went through 600 books,” Tenuta said."
Whidbey youth coffee shop expands
By MICHAELA MARX WHEATLEY
Oct 18 2006
Jason Tenuta, 17, usually has his hands full helping to run Island Coffee House in Langley. Recently, the South Whidbey High School senior’s responsibilities expanded.
Island Coffee House bought the Golden Otter Used Bookstore. The bookstore will now be operated by South Whidbey youth, just like the coffee shop.
“It’s really good hands-on experience. We look at bookkeeping, see where the money goes,” Tenuta said.
The team of 12 to 18-year-old volunteers have spent countless hours in recent weeks building bookshelves, cataloguing books and thinking up concepts to improve business at the bookstore.
“We went through 600 books,” Tenuta said."
Charitable givers can kiss a lot of junk mail goodbye if they're careful - USATODAY.com
Charitable givers can kiss a lot of junk mail goodbye if they're careful - USATODAY.com:
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"But for those of us who don't have personal assistants, dealing with charitable solicitations can take the joy out of giving. Even a small donation can trigger a tsunami of mail and phone calls from other organizations that know you care about breast cancer research or homeless cats.
'It's the No. 1 complaint we hear,' says Trent Stamp, president of Charity Navigator, a website that rates charities. 'People make a small gift, and that leads them to be harassed and pestered and deluged with mail from other organizations.'
Some folks become so annoyed by the junk mail and phone calls that they threaten to stop giving. But if you want to help causes you care about, that's not a solution. Fortunately, there are ways to give and keep a low profile. Some examples:"
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"But for those of us who don't have personal assistants, dealing with charitable solicitations can take the joy out of giving. Even a small donation can trigger a tsunami of mail and phone calls from other organizations that know you care about breast cancer research or homeless cats.
'It's the No. 1 complaint we hear,' says Trent Stamp, president of Charity Navigator, a website that rates charities. 'People make a small gift, and that leads them to be harassed and pestered and deluged with mail from other organizations.'
Some folks become so annoyed by the junk mail and phone calls that they threaten to stop giving. But if you want to help causes you care about, that's not a solution. Fortunately, there are ways to give and keep a low profile. Some examples:"
Monessen shoe shiner honored for giving $113,000 to charity
Monessen shoe shiner honored for giving $113,000 to charity:
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"Yesterday, the Monessen man's record of philanthropy won him a spot in the national Hall of Fame for Caring Americans. It also earned his own shoes a quick shine."
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"Yesterday, the Monessen man's record of philanthropy won him a spot in the national Hall of Fame for Caring Americans. It also earned his own shoes a quick shine."
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Tuesday, October 17, 2006
The Seattle Times: Business & Technology: Want to work for the Gates Foundation?
The Seattle Times: Business & Technology: Want to work for the Gates Foundation?: "f you were the richest person in the world out to solve some of the hardest problems on the planet, who would you put on your team?
The newest members of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation include a World Bank vice president, a genetic engineer from seed giant Monsanto, the founder of an Internet company in Africa, and the former chief executive of a $100 million cattle-breeding company."
The newest members of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation include a World Bank vice president, a genetic engineer from seed giant Monsanto, the founder of an Internet company in Africa, and the former chief executive of a $100 million cattle-breeding company."
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TownOnline.com - Arts & Lifestyle: 'SandWitch-A-Thon' looking for help
TownOnline.com - Arts & Lifestyle: 'SandWitch-A-Thon' looking for help: "SandWitch-A-Thon' looking for help
Thursday, October 12, 2006
What do you get when you cross a good witch and a fresh loaf of bread? It's a 'SandWitch-A-Thon.' Yes, it's the only philanthropic sandwich/bread collection drive of its kind, on the Saturday before Halloween, Oct. 28, national 'Make a Difference Day.'
Spread the Bread, a community bread-giving initiative to honor our heroes and to help those in need, invites our world to participate in the first of its kind 'Sand-Witch-A-Thon,' a uniquely spirited sandwich collection drive to feed local shelters and food banks and make a difference."
Thursday, October 12, 2006
What do you get when you cross a good witch and a fresh loaf of bread? It's a 'SandWitch-A-Thon.' Yes, it's the only philanthropic sandwich/bread collection drive of its kind, on the Saturday before Halloween, Oct. 28, national 'Make a Difference Day.'
Spread the Bread, a community bread-giving initiative to honor our heroes and to help those in need, invites our world to participate in the first of its kind 'Sand-Witch-A-Thon,' a uniquely spirited sandwich collection drive to feed local shelters and food banks and make a difference."
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How Amish Will Use Donations - Newsweek National News - MSNBC.com
How Amish Will Use Donations - Newsweek National News - MSNBC.com: "Outpouring
The Amish in Nickel Mines have been deluged with contributions. Here's how they're handling the money.
Web Exclusive
By Susannah Meadows
Newsweek
Updated: 7:37 p.m. ET Oct. 12, 2006
Oct. 12, 2006 - Since the Oct. 2 shooting of 10 Amish schoolgirls, sympathetic people have responded with an outpouring of donations to help the community in Nickel Mines, Pa., pay hospital bills and for a new school. Since last week, three Mennonite groups with close ties to the Amish have been receiving those donations. Now the Nickel Mines Accountability Committee has been organized to administer the money. Herman Bontrager, norm"
The Amish in Nickel Mines have been deluged with contributions. Here's how they're handling the money.
Web Exclusive
By Susannah Meadows
Newsweek
Updated: 7:37 p.m. ET Oct. 12, 2006
Oct. 12, 2006 - Since the Oct. 2 shooting of 10 Amish schoolgirls, sympathetic people have responded with an outpouring of donations to help the community in Nickel Mines, Pa., pay hospital bills and for a new school. Since last week, three Mennonite groups with close ties to the Amish have been receiving those donations. Now the Nickel Mines Accountability Committee has been organized to administer the money. Herman Bontrager, norm"
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NWAnews.com :: Northwest Arkansas' News Source
NWAnews.com :: Northwest Arkansas' News Source: "Heifer International expects to scale back plans for its “global village” in Little Rock after some of the charity’s donors balked at the project’s $ 64 million price tag.
The project was designed to include eight villages encircling a 45-foot mountain, classrooms and holding areas for animals. Its cost would be just $ 3 million less than Heifer spent in 2005 on all of its operations."
The project was designed to include eight villages encircling a 45-foot mountain, classrooms and holding areas for animals. Its cost would be just $ 3 million less than Heifer spent in 2005 on all of its operations."
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Nonprofit Governance and the Sarbanes-Oxley Act
Nonprofit Governance and the Sarbanes-Oxley Act: "Nonprofit Governance and the Sarbanes-Oxley Act
Author(s): Francie Ostrower, Marla J. Bobowick
Other Availability: PDF | Order Online | Printer-Friendly Page
Posted to Web: September 19, 2006
Permanent Link: http://www.urban.org/url.cfm?ID=311363
The nonpartisan Urban Institute publishes studies, reports, and books on timely topics worthy of public consideration. The views expressed are those of the authors and should not be attributed to the Urban Institute, its trustees, or its funders.
Note: This report is available in its entirety in the Portable Document Format (PDF).
The text below is a portion of the complete document.
The Sarbanes-Oxley Act, passed in 2002 following widely publicized governance scandals at corporations such as Enron, was intended to deter fraud in publicly traded corporations. The Act extended boards' financial oversight responsibilities and imposed new financial disclosure requirements. Only two of these provisions applied to nonprofits. Its passage nonetheless quickly sparked discussions about nonprofit accountability and whether nonprofits should adhere to certain provisions of the Act, either on a voluntary or mandatory basis.1"
Author(s): Francie Ostrower, Marla J. Bobowick
Other Availability: PDF | Order Online | Printer-Friendly Page
Posted to Web: September 19, 2006
Permanent Link: http://www.urban.org/url.cfm?ID=311363
The nonpartisan Urban Institute publishes studies, reports, and books on timely topics worthy of public consideration. The views expressed are those of the authors and should not be attributed to the Urban Institute, its trustees, or its funders.
Note: This report is available in its entirety in the Portable Document Format (PDF).
The text below is a portion of the complete document.
The Sarbanes-Oxley Act, passed in 2002 following widely publicized governance scandals at corporations such as Enron, was intended to deter fraud in publicly traded corporations. The Act extended boards' financial oversight responsibilities and imposed new financial disclosure requirements. Only two of these provisions applied to nonprofits. Its passage nonetheless quickly sparked discussions about nonprofit accountability and whether nonprofits should adhere to certain provisions of the Act, either on a voluntary or mandatory basis.1"
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Stock market surge may boost charities - USATODAY.com
Stock market surge may boost charities - USATODAY.com: "By Sandra Block, USA TODAY
If the stock market sustains its strong performance through the rest of the year, investors won't be the only winners. Charities will likely benefit, too.
Historically, stock market performance has been closely correlated with charitable giving, research by the Center on Philanthropy at Indiana University shows. Charitable giving rose sharply in the '90s, then dropped off as the market sank.
'I'm very optimistic for charities this holiday season,' says Trent Stamp, president of Charity Navigator, which rates charities. 'I think it could be the biggest year in five to 10 years.'"
If the stock market sustains its strong performance through the rest of the year, investors won't be the only winners. Charities will likely benefit, too.
Historically, stock market performance has been closely correlated with charitable giving, research by the Center on Philanthropy at Indiana University shows. Charitable giving rose sharply in the '90s, then dropped off as the market sank.
'I'm very optimistic for charities this holiday season,' says Trent Stamp, president of Charity Navigator, which rates charities. 'I think it could be the biggest year in five to 10 years.'"
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The Blog | Tom Watson: Exploding Philanthropy: Consumer Brands Key Giving | The Huffington Post
The Blog | Tom Watson: Exploding Philanthropy: Consumer Brands Key Giving | The Huffington Post: "Tom Watson Tom Watson
10.16.2006
Exploding Philanthropy: Consumer Brands Key Giving
When you've seen beyond yourself, then you may find, peace of mind is waiting there.
-- George Harrison
The May 2006 issue of Conde Nast's upscale consumer magazine Vanity Fair may well be remembered as a key chapter in the long history of American philanthropy. Along with the release of the We Are the World video on MTV, the explosion of rubbery 'Live Strong' wristbands, and the application of pink ribbons on everything from yogurt cups to baseball caps, the special Green Issue of Vanity Fair etched another big scratch in the timeline of the ever-expanding nonprofit sector."
10.16.2006
Exploding Philanthropy: Consumer Brands Key Giving
When you've seen beyond yourself, then you may find, peace of mind is waiting there.
-- George Harrison
The May 2006 issue of Conde Nast's upscale consumer magazine Vanity Fair may well be remembered as a key chapter in the long history of American philanthropy. Along with the release of the We Are the World video on MTV, the explosion of rubbery 'Live Strong' wristbands, and the application of pink ribbons on everything from yogurt cups to baseball caps, the special Green Issue of Vanity Fair etched another big scratch in the timeline of the ever-expanding nonprofit sector."
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Monday, October 16, 2006
IU Establishes Nation's First Endowed Chair in Fundraising - Newsroom - Inside INdiana Business with Gerry Dick
PRESS RELEASE
IU Establishes Nation's First Endowed Chair in Fundraising - Newsroom - Inside INdiana Business with Gerry Dick: "IU Establishes Nation's First Endowed Chair in Fundraising
Source: Inside INdiana Business
Press Release
INDIANAPOLIS -- The nation's first endowed chair in fundraising has been established through a $1.5 million gift to the Center on Philanthropy at Indiana University from Bob Hartsook, a nationally recognized leader in philanthropic fundraising and founder of Hartsook Companies, Inc. "
IU Establishes Nation's First Endowed Chair in Fundraising - Newsroom - Inside INdiana Business with Gerry Dick: "IU Establishes Nation's First Endowed Chair in Fundraising
Source: Inside INdiana Business
Press Release
INDIANAPOLIS -- The nation's first endowed chair in fundraising has been established through a $1.5 million gift to the Center on Philanthropy at Indiana University from Bob Hartsook, a nationally recognized leader in philanthropic fundraising and founder of Hartsook Companies, Inc. "
Frank Sietzen: Nonprofit Congress opens today - Examiner.com
Frank Sietzen: Nonprofit Congress opens today - Examiner.com: "Frank Sietzen: Nonprofit Congress opens today
Frank Sietzen, The Examiner
Oct 16, 2006 5:00 AM (6 hrs ago)
Current rank: # 295 of 6,804 articles
WASHINGTON - Hundreds of nonprofit leaders from across the country are gathering today in Washington at the first national meeting to establish a coordinated plan for action across the country.
The Nonprofit Congress, a project of the Washington-based National Council of Nonprofit Associations, is an attempt to gather the collective voices of the sector and arrive at a series of priorities to guide sector leaders over the next few years. During the meeting the delegates will vote on their top three priorities then craft a plan for concrete action."
Frank Sietzen, The Examiner
Oct 16, 2006 5:00 AM (6 hrs ago)
Current rank: # 295 of 6,804 articles
WASHINGTON - Hundreds of nonprofit leaders from across the country are gathering today in Washington at the first national meeting to establish a coordinated plan for action across the country.
The Nonprofit Congress, a project of the Washington-based National Council of Nonprofit Associations, is an attempt to gather the collective voices of the sector and arrive at a series of priorities to guide sector leaders over the next few years. During the meeting the delegates will vote on their top three priorities then craft a plan for concrete action."
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Where the money isn't Nonprofits face tough time filling staff jobs
Where the money isn't Nonprofits face tough time filling staff jobs: "Where the money isn't
Nonprofits face tough time filling staff jobs
By CHRISTINA OCCHIPINTI
The battle for administrative personnel is being waged throughout Fairfield County and New York’s Westcherster County, pitting the David-like nonprofit organizations against the Goliath financial sector that continues to absorb all available resources across the job market.
Hiring has become so competitive that executive assistant and administrative assistant positions in for-profit fields have undergone a significant boost in salary, said David Lewis, president of Operations Inc., a Stamford-based company that provides human resources services for small businesses and HR professionals."
Nonprofits face tough time filling staff jobs
By CHRISTINA OCCHIPINTI
The battle for administrative personnel is being waged throughout Fairfield County and New York’s Westcherster County, pitting the David-like nonprofit organizations against the Goliath financial sector that continues to absorb all available resources across the job market.
Hiring has become so competitive that executive assistant and administrative assistant positions in for-profit fields have undergone a significant boost in salary, said David Lewis, president of Operations Inc., a Stamford-based company that provides human resources services for small businesses and HR professionals."
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Friday, October 13, 2006
Report Says Nonprofits Sold Influence to Abramoff - washingtonpost.com
Report Says Nonprofits Sold Influence to Abramoff - washingtonpost.com: "Report Says Nonprofits Sold Influence to Abramoff
By James V. Grimaldi and Susan Schmidt
Washington Post Staff Writers
Friday, October 13, 2006; 1:32 AM
Five conservative nonprofit organizations, including one run by prominent Republican Grover Norquist, 'appear to have perpetrated a fraud' on taxpayers by selling their clout to lobbyist Jack Abramoff, Senate investigators said in a report issued yesterday."
By James V. Grimaldi and Susan Schmidt
Washington Post Staff Writers
Friday, October 13, 2006; 1:32 AM
Five conservative nonprofit organizations, including one run by prominent Republican Grover Norquist, 'appear to have perpetrated a fraud' on taxpayers by selling their clout to lobbyist Jack Abramoff, Senate investigators said in a report issued yesterday."
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Nobel winner to use prize to help poor - CNN.com
Nobel winner to use prize to help poor - CNN.com: "DHAKA, Bangladesh (AP) -- Bangladeshi Nobel Peace Prize winner Muhammad Yunus on Friday called the award 'great news' for his homeland, where his microcredit finance programs have helped improve the lives of millions of poor people.
Yunus and the Grameen Bank he founded won the award for advancing economic and social opportunities for the poor, especially women, through their pioneering microcredit work."
Yunus and the Grameen Bank he founded won the award for advancing economic and social opportunities for the poor, especially women, through their pioneering microcredit work."
j. - Jewish nonprofits must think big to attract mega-gifts
j. - Jewish nonprofits must think big to attract mega-gifts: "ewish nonprofits must think big to attract mega-gifts
by gary tobin
Roland Stanton’s recently announced $100 million gift to Yeshiva University is the largest ever to a U.S. Jewish institution. Yet, as Stanton himself said, “There are plenty of people who could do it.”
Our research shows he is right: Dozens of Jewish philanthropists, including some right here in the Bay Area, are capable of equaling Stanton’s gift."
by gary tobin
Roland Stanton’s recently announced $100 million gift to Yeshiva University is the largest ever to a U.S. Jewish institution. Yet, as Stanton himself said, “There are plenty of people who could do it.”
Our research shows he is right: Dozens of Jewish philanthropists, including some right here in the Bay Area, are capable of equaling Stanton’s gift."
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Thursday, October 12, 2006
The News-Press: Fort Myers-Charities eye record season
The News-Press: Fort Myers: "October marks the beginning of the busiest time of year for charities, social-service groups and other nonprofits. This year, though, it’s unclear whether Floridians will have the extra cash to help the needy or whether increased insurance fees, gas prices and an economic slowdown will cut into holiday giving.
Social-service directors are hoping such factors haven’t pinched too many wallets.
“The holiday — the holiday is the time when I go and get that dollar,” Suarez told the elected leaders, business people and board members who had gathered for the launch."
Social-service directors are hoping such factors haven’t pinched too many wallets.
“The holiday — the holiday is the time when I go and get that dollar,” Suarez told the elected leaders, business people and board members who had gathered for the launch."
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African Adoptions Raise Big Question - washingtonpost.com
African Adoptions Raise Big Question - washingtonpost.com: "African Adoptions Raise Big Question
By CELEAN JACOBSON
The Associated Press
Wednesday, October 11, 2006; 5:12 PM
JOHANNESBURG, South Africa -- Reports that Madonna may have adopted a Malawian child have focused attention on foreign adoptions in Africa _ and raised questions about whether it's in an African child's best interest to be spirited away to the wealthy West.
'Are celebrities doing it for the right reasons and not to make a statement?' asked Pam Wilson of the Johannesburg Child Welfare Society. Comments on talk radio across the region have been even more pointed, with callers accusing the pop-music star of going on a 'shopping expedition.'"
By CELEAN JACOBSON
The Associated Press
Wednesday, October 11, 2006; 5:12 PM
JOHANNESBURG, South Africa -- Reports that Madonna may have adopted a Malawian child have focused attention on foreign adoptions in Africa _ and raised questions about whether it's in an African child's best interest to be spirited away to the wealthy West.
'Are celebrities doing it for the right reasons and not to make a statement?' asked Pam Wilson of the Johannesburg Child Welfare Society. Comments on talk radio across the region have been even more pointed, with callers accusing the pop-music star of going on a 'shopping expedition.'"
Article - Money - Are foundations on solid ground?
Article - Money - Are foundations on solid ground?: "Are foundations on solid ground?
Nonprofit hospital groups raise hundreds of millions for health care in Orange County. But some in the field wonder how efficient they really are.
By TERI SFORZA
The Orange County Register
Dick Van Dyke danced with hat and cane to help Children's Hospital of Orange County. Nancy Reagan and Ted Kennedy Jr. shared wit and wisdom at brunches for Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian. Olympian Florence Griffith Joyner inspired a half-marathon for Saddleback Memorial Medical Center.
During a three-year period, generous Orange County residents opened their wallets and poured $163 million into the charitable foundations that support its nonprofit hospitals – hospitals some regard as literal lifelines."
Nonprofit hospital groups raise hundreds of millions for health care in Orange County. But some in the field wonder how efficient they really are.
By TERI SFORZA
The Orange County Register
Dick Van Dyke danced with hat and cane to help Children's Hospital of Orange County. Nancy Reagan and Ted Kennedy Jr. shared wit and wisdom at brunches for Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian. Olympian Florence Griffith Joyner inspired a half-marathon for Saddleback Memorial Medical Center.
During a three-year period, generous Orange County residents opened their wallets and poured $163 million into the charitable foundations that support its nonprofit hospitals – hospitals some regard as literal lifelines."
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onPhilanthropy: Passing on Philanthropy: Branding the Next Generation of Givers
onPhilanthropy: Passing on Philanthropy: Branding the Next Generation of Givers: "Passing on Philanthropy: Branding the Next Generation of Givers
By: Tom Watson, 10/11/06
Bill Gates and Warren Buffett have each announced that what they want to pass along to their children will not be billions, but values. Whether they're leading a trend or joining it isn't clear, but America's wealthy moms and dads are right on the same page with Bill and Warren - and their kids are, too.
Affluent parents are teaching their children to value philanthropy, cultural experiences, and other personally enriching activities above material goods, according to the Third Annual American Express Platinum Luxury Survey."
By: Tom Watson, 10/11/06
Bill Gates and Warren Buffett have each announced that what they want to pass along to their children will not be billions, but values. Whether they're leading a trend or joining it isn't clear, but America's wealthy moms and dads are right on the same page with Bill and Warren - and their kids are, too.
Affluent parents are teaching their children to value philanthropy, cultural experiences, and other personally enriching activities above material goods, according to the Third Annual American Express Platinum Luxury Survey."
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Wednesday, October 11, 2006
globeandmail.com: Competitive philanthropy: ' Good is getting really sexy'
globeandmail.com: Competitive philanthropy: ' Good is getting really sexy': "Ben Goldhirsh, 26-year-old heir to his father Bernie Goldhirsh's magazine publishing fortune, wouldn't have raised any eyebrows by starting up his own vanity glossy about skateboarding or indie culture. So why did he launch a magazine about doing good?
Goldhirsh makes the analogy to Wired magazine, which documented technology's shift from nerdy to 'sexy as all hell.'
'Just the way the transformation of technology in the cultural landscape affects how much money, interest and human capital goes into it, the same thing with good,' he says from his West Hollywood office. 'Good is getting really sexy.'
No kidding. His timing is red hot, right on the heels of a spate of almost competitive acts of philanthropy by the likes of Richard Branson, Bill Gates and Warren Buffett, with big donations being earmarked for African aid, global warming, global health and AIDS. Celebrity charity à la Angelina Jolie and Bono has never been hotter. Being good is the new citizenship, particularly in the corporate world: A group of Toronto CEOs led a 600-person brigade last week in building a new playground in the needy Lawrence Heights neighbourhood, for instance."
Goldhirsh makes the analogy to Wired magazine, which documented technology's shift from nerdy to 'sexy as all hell.'
'Just the way the transformation of technology in the cultural landscape affects how much money, interest and human capital goes into it, the same thing with good,' he says from his West Hollywood office. 'Good is getting really sexy.'
No kidding. His timing is red hot, right on the heels of a spate of almost competitive acts of philanthropy by the likes of Richard Branson, Bill Gates and Warren Buffett, with big donations being earmarked for African aid, global warming, global health and AIDS. Celebrity charity à la Angelina Jolie and Bono has never been hotter. Being good is the new citizenship, particularly in the corporate world: A group of Toronto CEOs led a 600-person brigade last week in building a new playground in the needy Lawrence Heights neighbourhood, for instance."
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DailyProgress.com | Bikers and charity: Rough riders, generous hearts
DailyProgress.com | Bikers and charity: Rough riders, generous hearts: "Let Freedom Ride
Charity and philanthropy may not be the first words that come to mind when driving behind a long line of leather-clad motorcyclists, but bikers generate tens of millions of dollars every year to support causes from volunteer fire departments to the Muscular Dystrophy Association.
Tens of thousands of riding clubs across the country get involved in charity fundraising to some extent, industry officials say. According to figures released by Harley-Davidson Motor Co., corporate-sponsored events raised $5 million for muscular dystrophy research this year alone. In 26 years of supporting the MDA, Harley-Davidson has helped raise $60 million."
Charity and philanthropy may not be the first words that come to mind when driving behind a long line of leather-clad motorcyclists, but bikers generate tens of millions of dollars every year to support causes from volunteer fire departments to the Muscular Dystrophy Association.
Tens of thousands of riding clubs across the country get involved in charity fundraising to some extent, industry officials say. According to figures released by Harley-Davidson Motor Co., corporate-sponsored events raised $5 million for muscular dystrophy research this year alone. In 26 years of supporting the MDA, Harley-Davidson has helped raise $60 million."
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Philanthropy From the Heart of America - New York Times
Philanthropy From the Heart of America - New York Times: "Philanthropy From the Heart of America
Valley County Economic Development
By DAVID LEONHARDT
Published: October 11, 2006
Valley County, not far from the center of Nebraska, seemed to be one of those Great Plains communities that was dying. From World War II to 2000 it had lost almost half its population, and the decline was gathering speed at the end of the century. The I.G.A. and Jack & Jill grocery stores closed, as did most mom and pop gas stations and the local dairy processing plant.
In the last five years, though, something utterly unexpected has happened. The decline has stopped. More people are moving to Ord, the county seat, than leaving, and the county’s population is likely to show its first increase this decade since the 1920’s."
Valley County Economic Development
By DAVID LEONHARDT
Published: October 11, 2006
Valley County, not far from the center of Nebraska, seemed to be one of those Great Plains communities that was dying. From World War II to 2000 it had lost almost half its population, and the decline was gathering speed at the end of the century. The I.G.A. and Jack & Jill grocery stores closed, as did most mom and pop gas stations and the local dairy processing plant.
In the last five years, though, something utterly unexpected has happened. The decline has stopped. More people are moving to Ord, the county seat, than leaving, and the county’s population is likely to show its first increase this decade since the 1920’s."
Nonprofits target younger donors
Nonprofits target younger donors: "onprofits target younger donors
More energetic marketing methods aim at professionals
Wednesday, October 11, 2006
LISA OSBURN
News staff writer
Laughter, margaritas and music filled the WorkPlay entertainment complex and night club, as they do most nights.
But on this recent night, it was different. The 20- and 30-somethings in attendance brought more than their desire to mingle and listen to the band Ugli Stick. Tucked away in their back pockets and trendy handbags, they brought their checkbooks."
More energetic marketing methods aim at professionals
Wednesday, October 11, 2006
LISA OSBURN
News staff writer
Laughter, margaritas and music filled the WorkPlay entertainment complex and night club, as they do most nights.
But on this recent night, it was different. The 20- and 30-somethings in attendance brought more than their desire to mingle and listen to the band Ugli Stick. Tucked away in their back pockets and trendy handbags, they brought their checkbooks."
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DesMoinesRegister.com-Young professionals aim to fill philanthropy gap
DesMoinesRegister.com: "Young professionals aim to fill philanthropy gap
Members of one initiative pledge $1,000 a year to programs for at-risk youth.
By BONNIE HARRIS
REGISTER BUSINESS WRITER
October 11, 2006
The young, successful business professionals pulled together $500,000 in two years and now want to give it all away for the sake of children.
The 250 members of the Emerging Leaders Initiative are inspired by one insurance executive who has bluntly noted two things about Des Moines: Its longtime, most committed philanthropists are aging, and young leaders must be groomed now to fill in any giving gaps.
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Members of one initiative pledge $1,000 a year to programs for at-risk youth.
By BONNIE HARRIS
REGISTER BUSINESS WRITER
October 11, 2006
The young, successful business professionals pulled together $500,000 in two years and now want to give it all away for the sake of children.
The 250 members of the Emerging Leaders Initiative are inspired by one insurance executive who has bluntly noted two things about Des Moines: Its longtime, most committed philanthropists are aging, and young leaders must be groomed now to fill in any giving gaps.
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Colin Powell urges philanthropy, inspiring leadership | CNET News.com
Colin Powell urges philanthropy, inspiring leadership | CNET News.com: "SAN FRANCISCO--Colin Powell, the former Secretary of State, called on corporate America on Tuesday to dig deep and set up sustainable philanthropy programs.
Powell made his call to action during a keynote speech at Salesforce.com's user conference here. Marc Benioff, CEO of the hosted software company, noted in his introduction to the speech that Powell was an early inspiration for Salesforce's own philanthropy program."
Powell made his call to action during a keynote speech at Salesforce.com's user conference here. Marc Benioff, CEO of the hosted software company, noted in his introduction to the speech that Powell was an early inspiration for Salesforce's own philanthropy program."
Tuesday, October 10, 2006
Companies looking for new ways to give - Newsday.com
Companies looking for new ways to give - Newsday.com: "Companies looking for new ways to give
BY DANIEL WAGNER
Newsday Staff Writer
October 7, 2006, 5:59 PM EDT
When Islandia-based CA Inc. promoted Anne Marie Agnelli to the newly created post of vice president for community and public affairs a little more than a year ago, the company had a traditional corporate giving program: grants to small nonprofits, scattered volunteer opportunities for employees, and sponsorship of local events.
The software company's employee volunteer programs were 'run locally in some offices,' she said. 'There were some team projects, but no consistency.'"
BY DANIEL WAGNER
Newsday Staff Writer
October 7, 2006, 5:59 PM EDT
When Islandia-based CA Inc. promoted Anne Marie Agnelli to the newly created post of vice president for community and public affairs a little more than a year ago, the company had a traditional corporate giving program: grants to small nonprofits, scattered volunteer opportunities for employees, and sponsorship of local events.
The software company's employee volunteer programs were 'run locally in some offices,' she said. 'There were some team projects, but no consistency.'"
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