'This was not an easy decision and arrived at only after thoughtful contemplation,' said Larry Kushner, executive director of the Music Unites the Soul of Everyone Foundation, formerly of Severn and now of Bel Air in Harford County."
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Thursday, January 04, 2007
M.U.S.E. Foundation closing its doors - Neighborhoods
M.U.S.E. Foundation closing its doors - Neighborhoods: "The M.U.S.E. Foundation, which produced the Music from the Mountains concerts for Maryland Therapeutic Riding and concerts for many other charities nationwide, is closing its doors in the first quarter of 2007.
'This was not an easy decision and arrived at only after thoughtful contemplation,' said Larry Kushner, executive director of the Music Unites the Soul of Everyone Foundation, formerly of Severn and now of Bel Air in Harford County."
'This was not an easy decision and arrived at only after thoughtful contemplation,' said Larry Kushner, executive director of the Music Unites the Soul of Everyone Foundation, formerly of Severn and now of Bel Air in Harford County."
How to go to M.I.T. for free | csmonitor.com
How to go to M.I.T. for free | csmonitor.com: "nline 'intellectual philanthropy' attracts students from every nation on earth.
By Gregory M. Lamb | Staff writer of The Christian Science Monitor
By the end of this year, the contents of all 1,800 courses taught at one of the world's most prestigious universities will be available online to anyone in the world, anywhere in the world. Learners won't have to register for the classes, and everyone is accepted.
The cost? It's all free of charge.
In the Monitor
Thursday, 01/04/07
The OpenCourseWare movement, begun at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in 2002 and now spread to some 120 other universities worldwide, aims to disperse knowledge far beyond the ivy-clad walls of elite campuses to anyone who has an Internet connection and a desire to learn.
Intended as an act of 'intellectual philanthropy,"
By Gregory M. Lamb | Staff writer of The Christian Science Monitor
By the end of this year, the contents of all 1,800 courses taught at one of the world's most prestigious universities will be available online to anyone in the world, anywhere in the world. Learners won't have to register for the classes, and everyone is accepted.
The cost? It's all free of charge.
In the Monitor
Thursday, 01/04/07
The OpenCourseWare movement, begun at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in 2002 and now spread to some 120 other universities worldwide, aims to disperse knowledge far beyond the ivy-clad walls of elite campuses to anyone who has an Internet connection and a desire to learn.
Intended as an act of 'intellectual philanthropy,"
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Wednesday, January 03, 2007
Give your old job a makeover. - Jan. 3, 2007
Give your old job a makeover. - Jan. 3, 2007:
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"3) Look outside the workplace, especially at nonprofits.
'Usually, nonprofits want to tap you to do things you're already good at. But for your own career growth, it's better to look for a 'stretch' assignment that will give you new skills you can take back to work with you,' says McCauley. 'For example, you can join a start-up nonprofit, to get experience at establishing something new. One executive told me he deliberately chose an advocacy organization, so he could practice persuading people of a point of view. You can also gain global or cross-cultural experience through nonprofits. I know a woman who works for a very U.S.-centric company, but who spends two weeks a year working for a nonprofit that provides educational services overseas. It's a valuable perspective.'"
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"3) Look outside the workplace, especially at nonprofits.
'Usually, nonprofits want to tap you to do things you're already good at. But for your own career growth, it's better to look for a 'stretch' assignment that will give you new skills you can take back to work with you,' says McCauley. 'For example, you can join a start-up nonprofit, to get experience at establishing something new. One executive told me he deliberately chose an advocacy organization, so he could practice persuading people of a point of view. You can also gain global or cross-cultural experience through nonprofits. I know a woman who works for a very U.S.-centric company, but who spends two weeks a year working for a nonprofit that provides educational services overseas. It's a valuable perspective.'"
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PND - News - Charities Make Case for Funding Administrative Costs
PND - News - Charities Make Case for Funding Administrative Costs: "Charities Make Case for Funding Administrative Costs
After years of listening to donors insist that the funds they donate should be devoted exclusively to programs, a growing number of nonprofits are trying to convince donors that spending money on overhead isn't necessarily a bad thing, the Wall Street Journal reports.
Often influenced by charity-watchdog sites, many donors have become extremely selective about the kinds of charities they will support, often supporting only those which spend a tiny fraction of their budget on administrative costs. Charities have countered by seeking gifts specifically to help fund overhead, arguing that such gifts are vital to their ability to grow, attract quality staffers, and deal with rising costs. 'The key,' said Eric Schwarz, CEO of Citizen Schools, Boston, 'is you don't call it overhead. Talk about metrics. Show that to get even better results and expand to reach more kids we need to invest in our team.'"
After years of listening to donors insist that the funds they donate should be devoted exclusively to programs, a growing number of nonprofits are trying to convince donors that spending money on overhead isn't necessarily a bad thing, the Wall Street Journal reports.
Often influenced by charity-watchdog sites, many donors have become extremely selective about the kinds of charities they will support, often supporting only those which spend a tiny fraction of their budget on administrative costs. Charities have countered by seeking gifts specifically to help fund overhead, arguing that such gifts are vital to their ability to grow, attract quality staffers, and deal with rising costs. 'The key,' said Eric Schwarz, CEO of Citizen Schools, Boston, 'is you don't call it overhead. Talk about metrics. Show that to get even better results and expand to reach more kids we need to invest in our team.'"
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Make a Charitable Pledge [Fool.com: Foolanthropy] January 3, 2007
Make a Charitable Pledge [Fool.com: Foolanthropy] January 3, 2007: "Make a Charitable Pledge
By Dan Caplinger
January 3, 2007
As the new year begins, you may be breathing a sigh of relief. You've gotten through the holidays, hopefully having gotten everyone on your list a present they like. If you're charitably inclined, you've probably made another annual round of December gifts to your favorite charities. January is a nice time to relax and take a break from the stress and constant activity of the holiday season."
By Dan Caplinger
January 3, 2007
As the new year begins, you may be breathing a sigh of relief. You've gotten through the holidays, hopefully having gotten everyone on your list a present they like. If you're charitably inclined, you've probably made another annual round of December gifts to your favorite charities. January is a nice time to relax and take a break from the stress and constant activity of the holiday season."
Laurie Garrett - The Challenge of Global Health - washingtonpost.com
Laurie Garrett - The Challenge of Global Health - washingtonpost.com: "Health philanthropy that just five years ago witnessed 'large' donations in the tens of millions now routinely hears of awards exceeding $200 million, targeting single projects. A sense of urgency, both genuinely driven by expanding pandemics and politically propelled by a wealthy-nation public that demands immediate results, is pushing money into the coffers of poor nations' ministries of health and a vast array of nongovernmental and faith-based humanitarian organizations"
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delawareonline ¦ The News Journal ¦ New rules in effect for giving car to charity
delawareonline ¦ The News Journal ¦ New rules in effect for giving car to charity: "New rules in effect for giving car to charity
By SANDRA BLOCK, USA Today
Posted Sunday, December 31, 2006
For years, giving a car to charity offered multiple benefits. You could get rid of your beater, help a worthy cause and pocket a sizable tax deduction.
There are still many charities that will happily haul away your 1987 Chrysler LeBaron, but a law that took effect last year has deflated the tax deduction. Now, most donors can deduct only the amount the charity receives when it sells the vehicle -- which is usually much less than the amount claimed under the old rules."
By SANDRA BLOCK, USA Today
Posted Sunday, December 31, 2006
For years, giving a car to charity offered multiple benefits. You could get rid of your beater, help a worthy cause and pocket a sizable tax deduction.
There are still many charities that will happily haul away your 1987 Chrysler LeBaron, but a law that took effect last year has deflated the tax deduction. Now, most donors can deduct only the amount the charity receives when it sells the vehicle -- which is usually much less than the amount claimed under the old rules."
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Car donations are both an act of charity and an income tax write-off - The Boston Globe
Car donations are both an act of charity and an income tax write-off - The Boston Globe: "Car donations are both an act of charity and an income tax write-off
By Michelle Krebs, Cars.Com | December 31, 2006
If you think your car won't fetch much as a trade-in and don't want the trouble of selling it yourself, you can always explore the possibility of donating it to charity. It's an act of good will, and the donation can serve as a tax write-off."
By Michelle Krebs, Cars.Com | December 31, 2006
If you think your car won't fetch much as a trade-in and don't want the trouble of selling it yourself, you can always explore the possibility of donating it to charity. It's an act of good will, and the donation can serve as a tax write-off."
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MercuryNews.com | 01/01/2007 | Charitable instinct lacking
MercuryNews.com | 01/01/2007 | Charitable instinct lacking: "Charitable instinct lacking
Mercury News Editorial
The wealthy in Silicon Valley are the stingiest in California or, using another measure, next to the stingiest, when it comes to charitable giving, according to a new study.
The actual picture is probably a lot worse. The study of state tax data by NewTithing Group based calculations only on income-producing wealth, but a huge portion of wealth in the valley is derived from high-tech stocks that don't pay dividends. NewTithing, a San Francisco non-profit, must have substantially underestimated the assets of the richest 3 percent. That means they donate an even smaller portion of their wealth than the already paltry percentage that the study found.
Welcome, Emmett Carson. That is your dilemma: figuring out how to entice the rich in the valley to give back more of the money they've been fast accumulating."
Mercury News Editorial
The wealthy in Silicon Valley are the stingiest in California or, using another measure, next to the stingiest, when it comes to charitable giving, according to a new study.
The actual picture is probably a lot worse. The study of state tax data by NewTithing Group based calculations only on income-producing wealth, but a huge portion of wealth in the valley is derived from high-tech stocks that don't pay dividends. NewTithing, a San Francisco non-profit, must have substantially underestimated the assets of the richest 3 percent. That means they donate an even smaller portion of their wealth than the already paltry percentage that the study found.
Welcome, Emmett Carson. That is your dilemma: figuring out how to entice the rich in the valley to give back more of the money they've been fast accumulating."
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Md. foundations gave 7% more in 2004 - baltimoresun.com
Md. foundations gave 7% more in 2004 - baltimoresun.com: "Maryland foundations gave 7 percent more money in 2004 than they did the year before, growth that topped the average increase nationwide, a new report shows."
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The Chronicle, 1/11/2007: The Challenges Posed by an Era of Mega-Gifts
The Chronicle, 1/11/2007: The Challenges Posed by an Era of Mega-Gifts: "The Challenges Posed by an Era of Mega-Gifts
By Leslie Lenkowsky
Although Warren Buffett's pledge of most of his fortune to the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation was, by far, the biggest gift of 2006, large-scale philanthropy is no longer as rare as it once was.
Billion-dollar foundations are much more common — today the United States has more than 50 — than they were just 20 years ago, when only a few were as well-endowed. Moreover, during 2006, at least 14 groups (besides the Gates Foundation) received pledges of $100-million or more from individuals. Before the mid-1990s, it was unusual to see more than a handful of such gifts each year, if that many."
By Leslie Lenkowsky
Although Warren Buffett's pledge of most of his fortune to the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation was, by far, the biggest gift of 2006, large-scale philanthropy is no longer as rare as it once was.
Billion-dollar foundations are much more common — today the United States has more than 50 — than they were just 20 years ago, when only a few were as well-endowed. Moreover, during 2006, at least 14 groups (besides the Gates Foundation) received pledges of $100-million or more from individuals. Before the mid-1990s, it was unusual to see more than a handful of such gifts each year, if that many."
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The philanthropist from Oklahoma - Haaretz - Israel News
The philanthropist from Oklahoma - Haaretz - Israel News: "he philanthropist from Oklahoma
By Amiram Barkat
A close look at the leading Jewish philanthropists in the United States reveals that only a very small percentage of donations are invested in Israel, or in other Jewish causes. Another prominent characteristic of Jewish philanthropy is the paucity of women, both as donors and in senior positions in community institutions. Lynn Schusterman, a billionaire who donates millions of dollars a year to Israel, is an exception that proves the rule."
By Amiram Barkat
A close look at the leading Jewish philanthropists in the United States reveals that only a very small percentage of donations are invested in Israel, or in other Jewish causes. Another prominent characteristic of Jewish philanthropy is the paucity of women, both as donors and in senior positions in community institutions. Lynn Schusterman, a billionaire who donates millions of dollars a year to Israel, is an exception that proves the rule."
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The Art Newspaper -- News-Whitney Museum could lose major funder following corporate breakup
The Art Newspaper -- News: "Whitney Museum could lose major funder following corporate breakup
By Jason Edward Kaufman | Posted 03 January 2007
NEW YOK. The breakup of the Altria conglomerate which begins this month is expected to severely reduce the company’s generous support of museums and other cultural organisations. “We anticipate that our programme will be significantly reduced in 2008,” says Jennifer Goodale, the vice president in charge of contributions at Altria."
By Jason Edward Kaufman | Posted 03 January 2007
NEW YOK. The breakup of the Altria conglomerate which begins this month is expected to severely reduce the company’s generous support of museums and other cultural organisations. “We anticipate that our programme will be significantly reduced in 2008,” says Jennifer Goodale, the vice president in charge of contributions at Altria."
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- Baa Relief - washingtonpost.com
- Baa Relief - washingtonpost.com: "Baa Relief
Wednesday, January 3, 2007; Page C08
Dear Miss Manners:
We have received a gift from friends that was actually a gift of a goat to a family in need of sustenance in another country. I was perplexed as to how to word the thank-you note."
Wednesday, January 3, 2007; Page C08
Dear Miss Manners:
We have received a gift from friends that was actually a gift of a goat to a family in need of sustenance in another country. I was perplexed as to how to word the thank-you note."
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Ethics Newsline from the Institute for Global Ethics
Ethics Newsline from the Institute for Global Ethics: "Philanthropy
Survey Finds High Rate of Philanthropic Activity Among U.S. Adults
Donations to disaster relief decline; homeless and hunger groups see gains
From the Wall Street Journal and Harris Interactive®:
'According to a new Wall Street Journal Online/Harris Interactive Personal Finance Poll, an overwhelming majority (83%) of U.S. adults say they have contributed to a charity in the past 12 months, with about one-third of adults saying they contributed to religious, hunger and food-related, or health and disease-related charities each in the past year. The average total giving among those making contributions in the past 12 months fell to $1,220 from $1,352 in 2005...."
Survey Finds High Rate of Philanthropic Activity Among U.S. Adults
Donations to disaster relief decline; homeless and hunger groups see gains
From the Wall Street Journal and Harris Interactive®:
'According to a new Wall Street Journal Online/Harris Interactive Personal Finance Poll, an overwhelming majority (83%) of U.S. adults say they have contributed to a charity in the past 12 months, with about one-third of adults saying they contributed to religious, hunger and food-related, or health and disease-related charities each in the past year. The average total giving among those making contributions in the past 12 months fell to $1,220 from $1,352 in 2005...."
Tuesday, January 02, 2007
allAfrica.com: Kenya: The New World of Philanthropy (Page 1 of 2)
allAfrica.com: Kenya: The New World of Philanthropy (Page 1 of 2): "Kenya: The New World of Philanthropy
The Nation
The Nation (Nairobi)
December 30, 2006
Posted to the web December 31, 2006
Richard Branson
Nairobi
As the world truly becomes a global village through technology, media and transportation, more and more people have become aware of the issues facing humanity, even in the most remote corners of the globe.
They realise more than ever how imbalanced the world is, with incredible wealth in some areas and dire poverty in others. Meanwhile passionate individuals such as Mr Al Gore, the former US Vice-President, have helped to wake up a growing number of us to the worst catastrophe facing the planet: the growing threat of global warming.
At the same time promising trends in charitable giving are putting those of us who can make a difference in a better position to tackle some of the world's imbalances and threats."
The Nation
The Nation (Nairobi)
December 30, 2006
Posted to the web December 31, 2006
Richard Branson
Nairobi
As the world truly becomes a global village through technology, media and transportation, more and more people have become aware of the issues facing humanity, even in the most remote corners of the globe.
They realise more than ever how imbalanced the world is, with incredible wealth in some areas and dire poverty in others. Meanwhile passionate individuals such as Mr Al Gore, the former US Vice-President, have helped to wake up a growing number of us to the worst catastrophe facing the planet: the growing threat of global warming.
At the same time promising trends in charitable giving are putting those of us who can make a difference in a better position to tackle some of the world's imbalances and threats."
Fine wine or faux Bordeaux?
Fine wine or faux Bordeaux?: "Opinions differ on the impact of the suit, but a win for Koch would publicize the problem, which he contends is widespread. It also might prod French and other winemakers into doing more to ensure their wines' pedigree.
What is unknown is whether local wine auctions, and the charity proceeds they generate, will be tainted. 'A fund-raising event where they are serving exotic wine or spirits is certainly appealing to prospective donors,' said Leah Miles, a board member for the Association of Fundraising Professionals' Palm Beach County chapter."
What is unknown is whether local wine auctions, and the charity proceeds they generate, will be tainted. 'A fund-raising event where they are serving exotic wine or spirits is certainly appealing to prospective donors,' said Leah Miles, a board member for the Association of Fundraising Professionals' Palm Beach County chapter."
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Couple collects 32 million pennies for cancer care center - The Cancer Blog
Couple collects 32 million pennies for cancer care center - The Cancer Blog: "Couple collects 32 million pennies for cancer care center
Posted Dec 30th 2006 9:30AM by Dalene Entenmann
Filed under: All Cancers, Fundraisers, Cancer Caregivers, Cancer Survivors
How many of us value the worth of a penny?
Twenty years ago, Peter and Bette Pickstock, from a village in Sturdivant near Cheltenham, England, thought pennies might one day add up to make a difference and thus began the collection of pennies.
Two decades later, and 32 million pennies total (nearly $700,000 dollars), the couple recently donated the money to the Cobalt Appeal Fund in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, a cancer care center."
Posted Dec 30th 2006 9:30AM by Dalene Entenmann
Filed under: All Cancers, Fundraisers, Cancer Caregivers, Cancer Survivors
How many of us value the worth of a penny?
Twenty years ago, Peter and Bette Pickstock, from a village in Sturdivant near Cheltenham, England, thought pennies might one day add up to make a difference and thus began the collection of pennies.
Two decades later, and 32 million pennies total (nearly $700,000 dollars), the couple recently donated the money to the Cobalt Appeal Fund in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, a cancer care center."
News » Susan D. Vance awarded scholarship to largest fundraising conference in the world
News » Susan D. Vance awarded scholarship to largest fundraising conference in the world: "Tusculum College Director of Development and Alumni Relations Susan D. Vance has been named a Chamberlain Scholar by the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) Foundation for Philanthropy and is to attend the 2007 International Conference on Fundraising in Dallas, Tex.
AFP is the largest association of fundraisers in the world and represents more than 27,000 fundraising practitioners across the globe. The AFP Foundation for Philanthropy supports programs and initiatives that help train fundraisers and increase knowledge and awareness of ethical fundraising."
AFP is the largest association of fundraisers in the world and represents more than 27,000 fundraising practitioners across the globe. The AFP Foundation for Philanthropy supports programs and initiatives that help train fundraisers and increase knowledge and awareness of ethical fundraising."
Friday, December 29, 2006
The Coloradoan - www.coloradoan.com - Ft. Collins, CO.
The Coloradoan - www.coloradoan.com - Ft. Collins, CO.: "Snow season had impact on giving season
It's not too late to contact favored nonprofit to make donation
While recent winter snowstorms have brought some welcome moisture to Northern Colorado, they also may have left some local nonprofits high and dry.
At a time when many residents usually participate in fundraisers or donate to their favorite charities, some nonprofits are not getting the assistance they need because of the recent bad weather. Worse, many organizations are faced with a sudden increase in the need for services while their end-of-year budgets are tapped out."
It's not too late to contact favored nonprofit to make donation
While recent winter snowstorms have brought some welcome moisture to Northern Colorado, they also may have left some local nonprofits high and dry.
At a time when many residents usually participate in fundraisers or donate to their favorite charities, some nonprofits are not getting the assistance they need because of the recent bad weather. Worse, many organizations are faced with a sudden increase in the need for services while their end-of-year budgets are tapped out."
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MercuryNews.com | 12/29/2006 | `NOT JUST CHECK-WRITERS'
MercuryNews.com | 12/29/2006 | `NOT JUST CHECK-WRITERS': "From the corner of the conference table, it seems as if Rita Holiday is leading a run-of-the-mill Silicon Valley meeting: Seven staffers sit in identical chairs, two more listen in from the speakerphone, five laptops lie open wide, and a projector casts a chart full of tasks, resources and expected outcomes onto a screen.
But Holiday and the group -- all full-time Intel employees -- aren't designing the next microprocessor or quarreling over strategy against archrival AMD. They're planning a spring food drive."
But Holiday and the group -- all full-time Intel employees -- aren't designing the next microprocessor or quarreling over strategy against archrival AMD. They're planning a spring food drive."
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The Sun Herald | 12/29/2006 | Charity must begin at home
The Sun Herald | 12/29/2006 | Charity must begin at home: "Recovery groups are working to build a solid foundation for future philanthropy that South Mississippi lacked before Hurricane Katrina.
The Coast may have missed out on post-Katrina relief as a result, community leaders and activists have concluded."
The Coast may have missed out on post-Katrina relief as a result, community leaders and activists have concluded."
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MercuryNews.com | 12/29/2006 | Charitable giving belongs at the top of everyone's budget
MercuryNews.com | 12/29/2006 | Charitable giving belongs at the top of everyone's budget: "Charitable giving belongs at the top of everyone's budget
By Carl Guardino
In my late 20s, I found myself thousands of dollars in debt; first unemployed, and then underemployed as a laborer. It was good and honest work, but stretched both my wallet and my core beliefs.
I needed to answer a key question: ``With so little for myself, do I still carve out some small amount to help others?''
Each week, balancing a stack of bills and past-due notices against my small paycheck, I made the decision to carve out the first dime of every dollar for charity. As weeks slipped into months, and I slowly chipped through a mountain of debt, I was amazed at how far 90 percent of my income could stretch when I helped others with the first 10 percent.
This past week, the NewTithing Group released a study of six California regions, including Silicon Valley. Rather than measure the giving habits of the poor, as I was in my late 20s, they instead looked at those with wealth -- earning individual or household incomes exceeding $200,000."
By Carl Guardino
In my late 20s, I found myself thousands of dollars in debt; first unemployed, and then underemployed as a laborer. It was good and honest work, but stretched both my wallet and my core beliefs.
I needed to answer a key question: ``With so little for myself, do I still carve out some small amount to help others?''
Each week, balancing a stack of bills and past-due notices against my small paycheck, I made the decision to carve out the first dime of every dollar for charity. As weeks slipped into months, and I slowly chipped through a mountain of debt, I was amazed at how far 90 percent of my income could stretch when I helped others with the first 10 percent.
This past week, the NewTithing Group released a study of six California regions, including Silicon Valley. Rather than measure the giving habits of the poor, as I was in my late 20s, they instead looked at those with wealth -- earning individual or household incomes exceeding $200,000."
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Inside Bay Area - Parks hit up private groups
Inside Bay Area - Parks hit up private groups: "Two of San Mateo County's parkland treasures need more than
$11 million in funds for renovation, but the county won't be looking to taxpayers to foot the biggest part of the bill.
As the budget for the Department of Parks continues to wane (it's about $7.5 million this fiscal year), and voters nixed a 1/8-cent sales tax increase for supplemental funding at the polls in November, private, nonprofit entities are becoming an increasingly desirable and necessary source of dollars."
$11 million in funds for renovation, but the county won't be looking to taxpayers to foot the biggest part of the bill.
As the budget for the Department of Parks continues to wane (it's about $7.5 million this fiscal year), and voters nixed a 1/8-cent sales tax increase for supplemental funding at the polls in November, private, nonprofit entities are becoming an increasingly desirable and necessary source of dollars."
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Meet the 'philanthropreneurs' - Business - Business - smh.com.au
Meet the 'philanthropreneurs' - Business - Business - smh.com.au: "Stephanie Strom
December 30, 2006
Page 1 of 2 | Single page
A NEW generation of philanthropists has stepped forward, mostly young billionaires who have reaped the benefits of capitalism and believe it can be applied in the service of charity. They are 'philanthropreneurs', driven to do good and have their profit too."
December 30, 2006
Page 1 of 2 | Single page
A NEW generation of philanthropists has stepped forward, mostly young billionaires who have reaped the benefits of capitalism and believe it can be applied in the service of charity. They are 'philanthropreneurs', driven to do good and have their profit too."
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Thursday, December 28, 2006
Online NewsHour: Essay | Essay: Businesses Seek Fair Trade | December 27, 2006 | PBS
Online NewsHour: Essay | Essay: Businesses Seek Fair Trade | December 27, 2006 | PBS: "The director of the United Nations Development Fund for Women was impressed. One thing led to another. An American woman, an artist and activist named Willa Shalit, organized Rwanda Path to Peace to help the women sell their baskets. Macy's agreed to be their exclusive American outlet.
It's a modest deal for Macy's, but a big one for the Rwanda women. A few days of weaving can earn as much as the average Rwandan earns in a month."
It's a modest deal for Macy's, but a big one for the Rwanda women. A few days of weaving can earn as much as the average Rwandan earns in a month."
The Chronicle, 12/28/2006: Baby Boomers Plan to Increase Their Giving This Year, Survey Finds
The Chronicle, 12/28/2006: Baby Boomers Plan to Increase Their Giving This Year, Survey Finds: "Baby Boomers Plan to Increase Their Giving This Year, Survey Finds
By Suzanne Perry
Baby boomers say they plan to give 25 percent more to charity by the end of 2006 than they donated in 2005, with an average donation of $6,000 — higher than that of any other generation, according to a new survey by the Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund."
By Suzanne Perry
Baby boomers say they plan to give 25 percent more to charity by the end of 2006 than they donated in 2005, with an average donation of $6,000 — higher than that of any other generation, according to a new survey by the Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund."
Tactical Philanthropy: Giving Circles
Tactical Philanthropy: Giving Circles: "Giving Circles
Remember investment clubs? During the 1990’s people across the country began forming groups where the members would pool their resources and invest in the stock market. The investment clubs were a way for people to learn more about investing in a fun and social way. They became hugely popular and today you can buy books like Investment Clubs for Dummies, Starting and Running a Profitable Investment Club, and Investment Club Operations Handbook."
Remember investment clubs? During the 1990’s people across the country began forming groups where the members would pool their resources and invest in the stock market. The investment clubs were a way for people to learn more about investing in a fun and social way. They became hugely popular and today you can buy books like Investment Clubs for Dummies, Starting and Running a Profitable Investment Club, and Investment Club Operations Handbook."
Overcome Your Inner Scrooge: Financial News - Yahoo! Finance
Overcome Your Inner Scrooge: Financial News - Yahoo! Finance: "Motley Fool
Overcome Your Inner Scrooge
Thursday December 28, 9:48 am ET
By Dan Caplinger (TMF Galagan)
For many people, charitable giving is just a part of their life, especially if they've grown up seeing others in their family being generous donors. However, when you have to make an effort to pay your bills every month and face the challenges of dealing with your own personal financial plan, giving away some of your meager resources may be the furthest thing from your mind. And even those who are wealthy enough that they don't have to worry about their immediate financial needs sometimes choose not to make gifts to charity. Yet by focusing solely on the monetary aspects of donating to charity, one can easily miss the entire point of making gifts."
Overcome Your Inner Scrooge
Thursday December 28, 9:48 am ET
By Dan Caplinger (TMF Galagan)
For many people, charitable giving is just a part of their life, especially if they've grown up seeing others in their family being generous donors. However, when you have to make an effort to pay your bills every month and face the challenges of dealing with your own personal financial plan, giving away some of your meager resources may be the furthest thing from your mind. And even those who are wealthy enough that they don't have to worry about their immediate financial needs sometimes choose not to make gifts to charity. Yet by focusing solely on the monetary aspects of donating to charity, one can easily miss the entire point of making gifts."
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How Rich Are You? :: PNNOnline ::
How Rich Are You? :: PNNOnline ::: "How does your income compare with others around the planet? Individuals living in Britain, the United States, Canada, Japan and other European nations can enter their annual income on the Global Rich List website to see how they compare to others around the world.
The Global Rich List was created by Polk, a London-based company, who state on their web site that their “aim is to inspire people through interactive media.”"
The Global Rich List was created by Polk, a London-based company, who state on their web site that their “aim is to inspire people through interactive media.”"
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