Heinz Endowments president retiring: "Heinz Endowments president retiring
Tuesday, June 05, 2007
By Dan Fitzpatrick, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
The top job at Pittsburgh's second-largest philanthropy is up for grabs now that The Heinz Endowments President Maxwell King intends to retire next spring, having given away more than $500 million in grants in nine years at the helm.
'I love the work,' he said in an interview, but it's 'time to go on to the next phase of life. I will be 64. That ain't young.'"
Tuesday, June 05, 2007
Give and Take: Rumors of Generosity's Death Have Been Greatly Exaggerated
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Give and Take: Rumors of Generosity's Death Have Been Greatly Exaggerated: "Rumors of Generosity's Death Have Been Greatly Exaggerated
Robert Thalhimer doesn’t want to hear people complaining about how the next generation of givers will not be as generous as the current crop.
The senior vice president for advancement at the Community Foundation Serving Richmond and Central Virginia, writes on PhilanthroMedia that he has heard that complaint before. And it’s just plain wrong."
Give and Take: Rumors of Generosity's Death Have Been Greatly Exaggerated: "Rumors of Generosity's Death Have Been Greatly Exaggerated
Robert Thalhimer doesn’t want to hear people complaining about how the next generation of givers will not be as generous as the current crop.
The senior vice president for advancement at the Community Foundation Serving Richmond and Central Virginia, writes on PhilanthroMedia that he has heard that complaint before. And it’s just plain wrong."
The Frederick News-Post Online Leaders of nonprofits loan time, skills to other organizations
The Frederick News-Post Online - Frederick County Maryland Daily Newspaper: "Yet, when her accountant recommended participating in a local service program geared to aid organizations like hers, she hesitated.
The foundation was in its first year and Haddad didn't know much about the program called Leaders on Loan. She said that self-doubt kept her from applying."
The foundation was in its first year and Haddad didn't know much about the program called Leaders on Loan. She said that self-doubt kept her from applying."
Monday, June 04, 2007
Media For Freedom - news, articles and views e-magazine-Charity Walks in United States Promote Cancer Awareness, Fitness
Media For Freedom - news, articles and views e-magazine: "Charity Walks in United States Promote Cancer Awareness, Fitness
Susan G. Komen National Race for the Cure celebrates 25 years
Charity walks raise millions of dollars to fight breast cancer and other diseases, but in the United States and, increasingly, around the world, they also raise awareness about the importance of early disease detection and physical fitness.
The events are great opportunities for women to empower themselves and become physically active, said Sloane Burke, team leader for the Susan G. Komen National Race for the Cure, which celebrates its 25th anniversary on June 2 with a five-kilometer race in Washington. President and Mrs. Bush are the honorary chairpersons of the event."
Susan G. Komen National Race for the Cure celebrates 25 years
Charity walks raise millions of dollars to fight breast cancer and other diseases, but in the United States and, increasingly, around the world, they also raise awareness about the importance of early disease detection and physical fitness.
The events are great opportunities for women to empower themselves and become physically active, said Sloane Burke, team leader for the Susan G. Komen National Race for the Cure, which celebrates its 25th anniversary on June 2 with a five-kilometer race in Washington. President and Mrs. Bush are the honorary chairpersons of the event."
Flood Of WTC Donations Solidifies Memorial Plans - News Story - WNBC | New York
Flood Of WTC Donations Solidifies Memorial Plans - News Story - WNBC | New York: "NEW YORK -- The president of the World Trade Center Memorial Foundation told NewsChannel4 that a flood of donations over the last six months, including money from some big names in New York, has solidified plans to open the long-awaited tribute to 9/11 victims in 2009."
The NonProfitTimes - eNewsletter-The Sustainers:
The NonProfitTimes - eNewsletter: "The Sustainers:
Getting Donors To Give
Nonprofits can't just sit back and collect revenue from their monthly donor programs. A sustainer program is a valuable tool but it's far from a lifetime contract with a donor. Retention of monthly donors is a critical job for nonprofits to study and manage to ensure a program's vitality.
Monthly donor programs can be set up automatically through a credit card or checking account."
Getting Donors To Give
Nonprofits can't just sit back and collect revenue from their monthly donor programs. A sustainer program is a valuable tool but it's far from a lifetime contract with a donor. Retention of monthly donors is a critical job for nonprofits to study and manage to ensure a program's vitality.
Monthly donor programs can be set up automatically through a credit card or checking account."
Providence Business News- Anonymous donor gives $1M matching grant to URI
Providence Business News: "KINGSTON – An anonymous donor has offered a $1 million challenge grant to the University of Rhode Island to help establish the Robert S. Haas Endowed Professorship in Electrical Engineering. The donor will match gifts of $10,000, $25,000, $50,000 or more, up to a maximum of $1 million."
Nonprofits using loans to plug gaps - mlive.com
Nonprofits using loans to plug gaps - mlive.com: "Earlier this month, the state Department of Human Services said it would not make payments on state contracts with area providers for 45 days because of the $800 million hole in the state budget.
For Dochas II, a Jackson childrens' counseling agency, it meant the organization couldn't make payroll.
Dochas II counsels about 65 at-risk Jackson children, visiting kids in their homes to prevent truancy and runaways. The 1-year-old agency's budget of about $290,000 is 100 percent state-funded.
Jane Meyers, executive director for Dochas II, turned to Ken Toll, executive director of the United Way. Within 24 hours, Toll and his board of directors approved a $10,000 emergency loan."
For Dochas II, a Jackson childrens' counseling agency, it meant the organization couldn't make payroll.
Dochas II counsels about 65 at-risk Jackson children, visiting kids in their homes to prevent truancy and runaways. The 1-year-old agency's budget of about $290,000 is 100 percent state-funded.
Jane Meyers, executive director for Dochas II, turned to Ken Toll, executive director of the United Way. Within 24 hours, Toll and his board of directors approved a $10,000 emergency loan."
NewsOK: Philanthropy banquet named Oklahoma Centennial event
NewsOK: Philanthropy banquet named Oklahoma Centennial event: "Tribute! A Salute to Oklahoma's Glorious History of Philanthropy” has been named an official Oklahoma Centennial event, the event's co-chairs announced"
Philanthropy Camp - Forbes.com
Philanthropy Camp - Forbes.com: "Leonard Kaplan of Greensboro, N.C., sold a cleaning chemicals company in 1994 and, in that transaction alone, walked away with $38 million. He and his wife, Tobee, had always been civic-minded; they gave to United Way, Hillel Foundation and the Boy Scouts. But Kaplan wanted more, and out of that has come a 'give now' push targeting his fellow rich."
The New Activist Givers - Forbes.com
The New Activist Givers - Forbes.com: "The Leonards are part of the growing Give Now movement spearheaded by activist organizations such as the Wealth & Giving Forum. ''Traditional philanthropy was defined as waiting until you were really old and very rich and writing a lot of checks,'' says Daniel Schley, chief executive of Foundation Source, a backroom-services specialist that helps family foundations become more efficient. ''But the real power, drive and momentum in modern philanthropy is coming from people in their 40s and 50s who generated a great deal of wealth at an early age and have decided to leverage that wealth in philanthropy.''"
Miracle Network Has Record-Setting Year
Miracle Network Has Record-Setting Year: "Miracle Network Has Record-Setting Year
(Staff Photo By Phil Rumbley)
A record-setting $640,570 in funds for pediatric services was raised at the 20th annual Children's Miracle Network Celebration at Mother Frances Hospital."
(Staff Photo By Phil Rumbley)
A record-setting $640,570 in funds for pediatric services was raised at the 20th annual Children's Miracle Network Celebration at Mother Frances Hospital."
U. of I. joins monster gift club | Chicago Tribune
U. of I. joins monster gift club | Chicago Tribune: "U. of I. joins monster gift club
Software magnate gives $100 million
By Jodi S. Cohen
Tribune higher education reporter
Published June 1, 2007, 11:10 PM CDT
Just days after the University of Chicago announced a record $100 million donation, the University of Illinois revealed Friday that it has received a gift commitment of the same astounding size."
Software magnate gives $100 million
By Jodi S. Cohen
Tribune higher education reporter
Published June 1, 2007, 11:10 PM CDT
Just days after the University of Chicago announced a record $100 million donation, the University of Illinois revealed Friday that it has received a gift commitment of the same astounding size."
Scholarship Supports Students, Honors MU Grad Who Died on 9-11 :: PNNOnline ::
Scholarship Supports Students, Honors MU Grad Who Died on 9-11 :: PNNOnline ::: "Scholarship Supports Students, Honors MU Grad Who Died on 9-11
Posted by: Katherine Kostiuk on Monday, June 4, 2007
Topic General Fundraising
John Charles Willett, a 1995 graduate of the University of Missouri-Columbia, died in the World Trade Center attacks on September 11, 2001. Now, a scholarship established in his honor is helping MU students pursue their dreams."
Posted by: Katherine Kostiuk on Monday, June 4, 2007
Topic General Fundraising
John Charles Willett, a 1995 graduate of the University of Missouri-Columbia, died in the World Trade Center attacks on September 11, 2001. Now, a scholarship established in his honor is helping MU students pursue their dreams."
Remembering hard times, Powerball winners give back - OregonLive.com
Remembering hard times, Powerball winners give back - OregonLive.com: "Remembering hard times, Powerball winners give back
Charities - A Medford family that won $164.4 million will donate money to the poor and veterans
Sunday, June 03, 2007
MEDFORD -- The winners of a $340 million Powerball jackpot have set up charitable foundations to give some of their prize money to children, the poor and veterans."
Charities - A Medford family that won $164.4 million will donate money to the poor and veterans
Sunday, June 03, 2007
MEDFORD -- The winners of a $340 million Powerball jackpot have set up charitable foundations to give some of their prize money to children, the poor and veterans."
deseretnews.com | Alumnus giving school a record gift — $100M
deseretnews.com | Alumnus giving school a record gift — $100M: "A University of Illinois alumnus announced he will make a $100 million donation to his alma mater, the largest gift in the university's history.
Thomas M. Siebel, the founder and former chairman of Siebel Systems Inc., pledged to give the gift to the Urbana-Champaign campus upon his death."
Thomas M. Siebel, the founder and former chairman of Siebel Systems Inc., pledged to give the gift to the Urbana-Champaign campus upon his death."
Charlotte Observer | 06/03/2007 | Philanthropy | Employees help guide giving
Charlotte Observer | 06/03/2007 | Philanthropy | Employees help guide giving: "Philanthropy | Employees help guide giving
This can be bad news for headquarters cities
ANNE KRISHNAN
(Raleigh) News & Observer
When it comes to corporate giving, employees are often the boss.
With programs that emphasize volunteerism and an emphasis on donating to causes that resonate with employees, the Carolinas' top public companies let workers be their philanthropic guides."
This can be bad news for headquarters cities
ANNE KRISHNAN
(Raleigh) News & Observer
When it comes to corporate giving, employees are often the boss.
With programs that emphasize volunteerism and an emphasis on donating to causes that resonate with employees, the Carolinas' top public companies let workers be their philanthropic guides."
Friday, June 01, 2007
Generosity without trumpets | Chicago Tribune
Generosity without trumpets | Chicago Tribune: "Americans can be generous. Annual charitable giving in this country exceeds $260 billion, which is greater than the economy of Denmark, South Africa or Greece.
Few of those dollars, however, are given without credit. Not quite 1 percent of givers in this country donate anonymously.
So it was deliciously astonishing when the University of Chicago announced Wednesday that it had received the largest charitable pledge in state history -- $100 million -- from a benefactor who wished to remain anonymous."
Few of those dollars, however, are given without credit. Not quite 1 percent of givers in this country donate anonymously.
So it was deliciously astonishing when the University of Chicago announced Wednesday that it had received the largest charitable pledge in state history -- $100 million -- from a benefactor who wished to remain anonymous."
Charlotte Observer | 06/01/2007 | Charities keeping costs low
Charlotte Observer | 06/01/2007 | Charities keeping costs low: "Charities keeping costs low
Study: Big local nonprofits run with less overhead than elsewhere
ERIC FRAZIER
efrazier@charlotteobserver.com
Charlotte's large charities spend less on administrative expenses than nonprofits in 30 other U.S. cities, according to a new study from a national charity-watchdog group.
Charity Navigator studied large nonprofits across the country, focusing on those that accept money from the public.
The 29 charities it studied in Charlotte had lower overhead costs than those of any other city."
Study: Big local nonprofits run with less overhead than elsewhere
ERIC FRAZIER
efrazier@charlotteobserver.com
Charlotte's large charities spend less on administrative expenses than nonprofits in 30 other U.S. cities, according to a new study from a national charity-watchdog group.
Charity Navigator studied large nonprofits across the country, focusing on those that accept money from the public.
The 29 charities it studied in Charlotte had lower overhead costs than those of any other city."
Can do-gooders do good by doing good together? - Long Island Business News
Can do-gooders do good by doing good together? - Long Island Business News: "Can do-gooders do good by doing good together?
By Claude Solnik
Friday, June 1, 2007
Faced with a famously fractured not-for-profit landscape, the United Way of Long Island is looking to lead charities to a, well, more united way.
The Deer Park-based group is forming a committee of 15 to 20 business, labor, nonprofit and educational leaders to study how to make nonprofits more efficient, and at the top of the list is identifying duplicative services. The committee can then recommend collaborations and mergers; it plans to issue a report by the fall."
By Claude Solnik
Friday, June 1, 2007
Faced with a famously fractured not-for-profit landscape, the United Way of Long Island is looking to lead charities to a, well, more united way.
The Deer Park-based group is forming a committee of 15 to 20 business, labor, nonprofit and educational leaders to study how to make nonprofits more efficient, and at the top of the list is identifying duplicative services. The committee can then recommend collaborations and mergers; it plans to issue a report by the fall."
City lets nonprofits buy house for $1 - Syracuse.com
City lets nonprofits buy house for $1 - Syracuse.com: "Syracuse has more than 1,200 vacant properties.
If you're a nonprofit agency, one can be yours for a buck - one U.S. dollar.
The city is starting a program of selling vacant, tax-delinquent homes for $1 to nonprofit agencies that pledge to fix up the properties within two years of the sale."
If you're a nonprofit agency, one can be yours for a buck - one U.S. dollar.
The city is starting a program of selling vacant, tax-delinquent homes for $1 to nonprofit agencies that pledge to fix up the properties within two years of the sale."
Boise Open to help fund 12 nonprofits | Idaho Statesman Business
Boise Open to help fund 12 nonprofits | Idaho Statesman Business: "A luncheon invitation from SuperValu turned into a nice surprise for a dozen nonprofits Wednesday.
The organizations, who run programs that benefit Treasure Valley youths, were invited to a luncheon on the premise they would learn more about the status of their organizations' applications to receive funding from this year's Albertsons Boise Open golf tournament. What they learned is that they will receive checks."
The organizations, who run programs that benefit Treasure Valley youths, were invited to a luncheon on the premise they would learn more about the status of their organizations' applications to receive funding from this year's Albertsons Boise Open golf tournament. What they learned is that they will receive checks."
The Albert Lea Tribune
The Albert Lea Tribune: "April Balsley, a 2006 Albert Lea High School graduate, was recently selected to the prestigious Next Generation Leaders Program, provided by American Humanics. NextGen helps college students interested in pursuing a career in nonprofit leadership to fulfill their required 300-hour internship with a nonprofit of their choice, without worrying about a stipend or making ends meet during college."
Billionaire donates $26 million to Michigan State University for art museum - International Herald Tribune
Billionaire donates $26 million to Michigan State University for art museum - International Herald Tribune: "EAST LANSING, Michigan: Billionaire Eli Broad and his wife, Edythe, have donated $26 million (€19.35 million) to help build a new art museum on the campus of Michigan State University, the largest individual cash gift ever received by the university, school officials announced Friday."
Prince George Citizen - Finding the imagination to donate generously
Prince George Citizen - Finding the imagination to donate generously: "Finding the imagination to donate generously
(Opinion) 7 hrs, 7 min. ago
by news editor Neil Godbout
To whom much is given, much is expected.
All lives - no matter where they are being led - have equal value.
These two noble sentiments are listed on the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation as the values behind the increasingly charitable philanthropy of Microsoft’s founder and his family.
Philosopher Peter Singer, writing in the New York Times just before Christmas, pondered the nature of philanthropy and the dilemma for the fortunate few who have billions of dollars at their disposal."
(Opinion) 7 hrs, 7 min. ago
by news editor Neil Godbout
To whom much is given, much is expected.
All lives - no matter where they are being led - have equal value.
These two noble sentiments are listed on the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation as the values behind the increasingly charitable philanthropy of Microsoft’s founder and his family.
Philosopher Peter Singer, writing in the New York Times just before Christmas, pondered the nature of philanthropy and the dilemma for the fortunate few who have billions of dollars at their disposal."
SignOnSanDiego.com > News > Education -- Love of education lives on in teachers' bequests
SignOnSanDiego.com > News > Education -- Love of education lives on in teachers' bequests: "The president of the San Diego Education Fund figured the nonprofit organization would get a few thousand dollars when he learned that the estate of two teachers had left some money for local scholarships.
What the Education Fund got was two checks totaling $687,766."
What the Education Fund got was two checks totaling $687,766."
Philanthropy Today: Mitt Romney Pledges Salary to Charity if Elected President
Philanthropy Today: Mitt Romney Pledges Salary to Charity if Elected President: "Mitt Romney Pledges Salary to Charity if Elected President
Mitt Romney, who is running for the Republican presidential nomination, said on Tuesday that he would donate all of his salary to charity if he is elected president, the Associated Press reports.
Mr. Romney, the wealthiest of all the candidates running for president, has assets estimated at $190-million to $250-million.
Mr. Romney said he would likely accept the presidential salary of $400,000 annually but would donate the money to charity. While serving as governor of Massachusetts, he declined his $135,000 annual salary"
Mitt Romney, who is running for the Republican presidential nomination, said on Tuesday that he would donate all of his salary to charity if he is elected president, the Associated Press reports.
Mr. Romney, the wealthiest of all the candidates running for president, has assets estimated at $190-million to $250-million.
Mr. Romney said he would likely accept the presidential salary of $400,000 annually but would donate the money to charity. While serving as governor of Massachusetts, he declined his $135,000 annual salary"
Tuesday, May 29, 2007
Beating Gas Prices by Skipping the Commute - washingtonpost.com
Beating Gas Prices by Skipping the Commute - washingtonpost.com: "The boss -- at least at one Loudoun County nonprofit group -- says you should.
After hearing that the rising cost of gas was devouring the modest nonprofit salaries of their staff, officials at the National Recreation and Park Association said yesterday that they will experiment with a system, beginning next week, that will encourage their 70 employees to work a four-day week or telecommute instead of driving to the Ashburn offices."
After hearing that the rising cost of gas was devouring the modest nonprofit salaries of their staff, officials at the National Recreation and Park Association said yesterday that they will experiment with a system, beginning next week, that will encourage their 70 employees to work a four-day week or telecommute instead of driving to the Ashburn offices."
NewburyportNews.com, Newburyport, MA - Soggy Birdathon yields record numbers of birds
NewburyportNews.com, Newburyport, MA - Soggy Birdathon yields record numbers of birds: "oggy Birdathon yields record numbers of birds
Words on Birds , By Steve Grinley
Daily News of Newburyport
They should label the 24-hour Birdathon as an aquatic event. It has rained three out of the last four years. Such was the case last weekend when the Birdathon commenced at 6 p.m. on Friday and continued through 6 p.m. Saturday. Teams from each of the Mass Audubon Sanctuaries combed the state to see the most number of species in 24 hours. Donations based on the number of species found, or lump sum donations are made to support the Audubon Sanctuary represented. For Joppa Flats, its teams covered just Essex County for its search. I participated once again this year, except for seven hours of work on Saturday."
Words on Birds , By Steve Grinley
Daily News of Newburyport
They should label the 24-hour Birdathon as an aquatic event. It has rained three out of the last four years. Such was the case last weekend when the Birdathon commenced at 6 p.m. on Friday and continued through 6 p.m. Saturday. Teams from each of the Mass Audubon Sanctuaries combed the state to see the most number of species in 24 hours. Donations based on the number of species found, or lump sum donations are made to support the Audubon Sanctuary represented. For Joppa Flats, its teams covered just Essex County for its search. I participated once again this year, except for seven hours of work on Saturday."
LA Daily News - Henry Mayo's golf tournament raises $280,000 for ER
LA Daily News - Henry Mayo's golf tournament raises $280,000 for ER: "Henry Mayo's golf tournament raises $280,000 for ER
BY ORITH FARAGO, valleynews.com user
Article Last Updated: 05/26/2007 05:56:03 PM PDT
With philanthropy in mind, golfers and volunteers took to the greens May 19 to participate in the 34th Annual Frontier Toyota/Henry Mayo Newhall Memorial Hospital 'Drive Safe' Golf Classic tournament, awards dinner and auction.
The event raised about $280,000 to benefit Emergency and Trauma Services at Henry Mayo."
BY ORITH FARAGO, valleynews.com user
Article Last Updated: 05/26/2007 05:56:03 PM PDT
With philanthropy in mind, golfers and volunteers took to the greens May 19 to participate in the 34th Annual Frontier Toyota/Henry Mayo Newhall Memorial Hospital 'Drive Safe' Golf Classic tournament, awards dinner and auction.
The event raised about $280,000 to benefit Emergency and Trauma Services at Henry Mayo."
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