Tennessee Officials Wrangle with Fisk U. Over Art Collection - Philanthropy Today - The Chronicle of Philanthropy- Connecting the nonprofit world with news, jobs, and ideas: "Tennessee Officials Wrangle with Fisk U. Over Art Collection
Tennessee’s attorney general unveiled a proposal Friday designed to prevent Nashville’s Fisk University from selling a partial share of its $74-million art collection from the estate of the renowned photographer Alfred Stieglitz, The Tennessean says."
Tuesday, September 14, 2010
Tennessee Officials Wrangle with Fisk U. Over Art Collection - Philanthropy Today - The Chronicle of Philanthropy- Connecting the nonprofit world with news, jobs, and ideas
Tennessee Officials Wrangle with Fisk U. Over Art Collection - Philanthropy Today - The Chronicle of Philanthropy- Connecting the nonprofit world with news, jobs, and ideas: "Tennessee Officials Wrangle with Fisk U. Over Art Collection
Tennessee’s attorney general unveiled a proposal Friday designed to prevent Nashville’s Fisk University from selling a partial share of its $74-million art collection from the estate of the renowned photographer Alfred Stieglitz, The Tennessean says."
Tennessee’s attorney general unveiled a proposal Friday designed to prevent Nashville’s Fisk University from selling a partial share of its $74-million art collection from the estate of the renowned photographer Alfred Stieglitz, The Tennessean says."
Donors Avoiding Mailing Lists: How Serious a Phenomenon? - Nolo’s Fundraising Tips for Busy Nonprofits
Donors Avoiding Mailing Lists: How Serious a Phenomenon? - Nolo’s Fundraising Tips for Busy Nonprofits: "Aug 24, 2010
Donors Avoiding Mailing Lists: How Serious a Phenomenon?
In the last week, I've heard at least three people expressing some version of the following: 'I would've donated, but I don't want to end up on another mailing list.' In one case, the person solved their dilemma by giving cash (at a benefit concert) -- but not without some grumbling, because no receipts were available, and that means no tax deduction."
Donors Avoiding Mailing Lists: How Serious a Phenomenon?
In the last week, I've heard at least three people expressing some version of the following: 'I would've donated, but I don't want to end up on another mailing list.' In one case, the person solved their dilemma by giving cash (at a benefit concert) -- but not without some grumbling, because no receipts were available, and that means no tax deduction."
Jane Wales: Metrics that Matter: Venture Philanthropy Pioneer and Aspen Philanthropy Group Draw Similar Conclusions
Jane Wales: Metrics that Matter: Venture Philanthropy Pioneer and Aspen Philanthropy Group Draw Similar Conclusions: "What these efforts have in common, according to venture philanthropist Mario Morino, is a focus on outcomes-based practices that produce 'meaningful, measurable, sustainable benefit for those served.' Morino argues in a four-part series of online essays that too many in the sector focus on the how of measurement without enough thought as to what they are measuring and why. Keeping the end goal in sight is key: to help inform efforts to achieve real social impact, using the right information to guide action."
Keynote Speakers: Pros and Cons? — SocialFish
Keynote Speakers: Pros and Cons? — SocialFish: "Holly Ross, Exceutive Director of NTEN, just left me this comment / question on my recent Mojo post (yes I am still getting comments – holy smokes!).
One question regarding general session speakers. I’ve been thinking for the last couple of years about their purpose, and if we need them at all. When you’re pressed for time at an event, I wonder if people would welcome or be better served by skipping the keynote for more networking or session opportunities."
One question regarding general session speakers. I’ve been thinking for the last couple of years about their purpose, and if we need them at all. When you’re pressed for time at an event, I wonder if people would welcome or be better served by skipping the keynote for more networking or session opportunities."
Leaders Offer Perspectives From Fall Conference for Community Foundations - Conference Notebook - The Chronicle of Philanthropy- Connecting the nonprofit world with news, jobs, and ideas
Leaders Offer Perspectives From Fall Conference for Community Foundations - Conference Notebook - The Chronicle of Philanthropy- Connecting the nonprofit world with news, jobs, and ideas: "Leaders Offer Perspectives From Fall Conference for Community Foundations
The Council on Foundations Fall Conference for Community Foundations is under way in Charlotte, and several community-foundation leaders are offering reports from the event on Kris Putnam-Walkerly's blog, Philanthropy411.
Ms. Putnam-Walkerly, a consultant to foundations, has agreed to allow The Chronicle to post selected items from the event.
Below is an excerpt from a post from Diana Sieger, president of the Grand Rapids Community Foundation, in Michigan."
The Council on Foundations Fall Conference for Community Foundations is under way in Charlotte, and several community-foundation leaders are offering reports from the event on Kris Putnam-Walkerly's blog, Philanthropy411.
Ms. Putnam-Walkerly, a consultant to foundations, has agreed to allow The Chronicle to post selected items from the event.
Below is an excerpt from a post from Diana Sieger, president of the Grand Rapids Community Foundation, in Michigan."
Monday, September 13, 2010
Vancouver 2010: The volunteer effect
Vancouver 2010: The volunteer effect: "ver wondered how an Olympic Games affects volunteerism in the host city after the fact? Actually, not many people have. But a team of researchers from Australia and the UK have set their sights on Vancouver to put together one of the first comprehensive surveys on the subject.
Prior to the Vancouver Winter Olympics, Dr. Tracey Dickson, associate professor, Centre for Tourism Research with the University of Canberra, and colleagues Dr. Angela Benson (University of Brighton), Dr. Deborah Edwards and Associate Professor Simon Darcy (University of Technology, Sydney) and Professor Deborah Blackman (University of Canberra), conducted a survey to find out how Vancouverites felt about volunteering for the games."
Prior to the Vancouver Winter Olympics, Dr. Tracey Dickson, associate professor, Centre for Tourism Research with the University of Canberra, and colleagues Dr. Angela Benson (University of Brighton), Dr. Deborah Edwards and Associate Professor Simon Darcy (University of Technology, Sydney) and Professor Deborah Blackman (University of Canberra), conducted a survey to find out how Vancouverites felt about volunteering for the games."
Jewish Philanthropy as a Part of Jewish Identity | eJewish Philanthropy: The Jewish Philanthropy Blog
Jewish Philanthropy as a Part of Jewish Identity | eJewish Philanthropy: The Jewish Philanthropy Blog: "Jewish Philanthropy as a Part of Jewish Identity
September 13, 2010 by eJP
According to a study just published in the Journal for the Scientific Study of Religion, Jewish-American families are more likely than those of other faiths to give to charities focusing on basic needs such as food and shelter. The study, by economist Mark Ottoni-Wilhelm, was based on data from the 2001, 2003 and 2005 waves of the Center on Philanthropy Panel Study.
While the results may still hold true today, one wonders how a more timely analysis might have benefited fundraising professionals."
September 13, 2010 by eJP
According to a study just published in the Journal for the Scientific Study of Religion, Jewish-American families are more likely than those of other faiths to give to charities focusing on basic needs such as food and shelter. The study, by economist Mark Ottoni-Wilhelm, was based on data from the 2001, 2003 and 2005 waves of the Center on Philanthropy Panel Study.
While the results may still hold true today, one wonders how a more timely analysis might have benefited fundraising professionals."
Alumni respond to fledgling UMA donation program | The Portland Press Herald / Maine Sunday Telegram
Alumni respond to fledgling UMA donation program | The Portland Press Herald / Maine Sunday Telegram: "September 12
Alumni respond to fledgling UMA donation program
Gifts from graduates were non-existent until 2008, when the school set up its advancement office.
By MATTHEW STONE Kennebec Journal
Cash gifts to Maine's public universities dropped 30 percent last year as the University of Southern Maine finished up fundraising for a major building project.
And donations to colleges and universities nationwide dipped about 12 percent in 2009,"
Alumni respond to fledgling UMA donation program
Gifts from graduates were non-existent until 2008, when the school set up its advancement office.
By MATTHEW STONE Kennebec Journal
Cash gifts to Maine's public universities dropped 30 percent last year as the University of Southern Maine finished up fundraising for a major building project.
And donations to colleges and universities nationwide dipped about 12 percent in 2009,"
AmeriCorps workers aid Yuma nonprofits | grant, library, nonprofit - News - YumaSun
AmeriCorps workers aid Yuma nonprofits | grant, library, nonprofit - News - YumaSun: "When local nonprofits need help finding available funds, there's a place to go in Yuma County - and with the help of AmeriCorps, there are two more staffers there to help.
Through the AmeriCorps VISTA program, or Volunteers In Service To America, the Yuma County Main Library hired interns Emily Bull and Darlene Erwin."
Through the AmeriCorps VISTA program, or Volunteers In Service To America, the Yuma County Main Library hired interns Emily Bull and Darlene Erwin."
WAM Theatre Raising Funds for Philanthropy Stage Event / iBerkshires.com - The Berkshires online guide to events, news and Berkshire County community information.
WAM Theatre Raising Funds for Philanthropy Stage Event / iBerkshires.com - The Berkshires online guide to events, news and Berkshire County community information.: "As the co-founder of WAM theatre, a philanthropic theater company whose focus is on issues and events pertaining to women and girls, van Ginhoven is keeping her fingers crossed that the money will come through because if it does, she said, the benefits will reach far beyond the stage."
Friday, September 10, 2010
Diversity in associations is not easy! — SocialFish
Diversity in associations is not easy! — SocialFish: "Last Tuesday’s Association Chat was on the thorny topic of diversity, following on from issues raised after #ASAE10 and our Sweetspot webcast from last week with��DELP scholar Stefanie Reeves. �An awesome thought leader on diversity and inclusion, Joe Gerstandt, joined the chat (as did Jamie Notter, who has a diversity background) and we had a really thought-provoking discussion."
New program to help nonprofits receive funding | battlecreekenquirer.com | The Enquirer
New program to help nonprofits receive funding | battlecreekenquirer.com | The Enquirer: "Michigan Nonprofit Association (MNA), in partnership with Nonprofit Alliance at Kellogg Community College and other Management Support Organizations throughout Michigan, is excited to announce the Recover Michigan program. This program is geared towards building the capacity of nonprofit organizations through American Recovery and Reinvestment Act funding."
Thrift stores fall on hard times | mydesert.com | The Desert Sun
Thrift stores fall on hard times | mydesert.com | The Desert Sun: "“There are definitely some organizations that rely on (thrift shops) quite a bit,” said Michael Nilsen, senior director of public affairs for the Association of Fundraising Professionals in Arlington, Va. “Having a thrift shop is part of your income, but it's not your typical fundraising.”"
Area Rotarians gain global kudo for ShelterBox disaster relief efforts -- Port Angeles Port Townsend Sequim Forks Jefferson County Clallam County Olympic Peninsula Daily news
Area Rotarians gain global kudo for ShelterBox disaster relief efforts -- Port Angeles Port Townsend Sequim Forks Jefferson County Clallam County Olympic Peninsula Daily news: "SEQUIM -- A team that includes three Sequim Sunrise Rotary Club volunteers is one of the top five fundraising teams in the world for securing funds for ShelterBoxes for families displaced by disasters.
Jim Pickett of Sequim, Eric Zawilski of Puyallup Rotary South Hill club and Sequim ShelterBox Response Team members Tom Schaafsma and Scott Robinson make up the leading team in North America in 2009-10, having secured shelter and life-saving equipment for more than 361 families, ShelterBox USA said."
Jim Pickett of Sequim, Eric Zawilski of Puyallup Rotary South Hill club and Sequim ShelterBox Response Team members Tom Schaafsma and Scott Robinson make up the leading team in North America in 2009-10, having secured shelter and life-saving equipment for more than 361 families, ShelterBox USA said."
The Daily Maverick :: Soros gives away $100 million, despite the �berwealthy getting a little tighter
The Daily Maverick :: Soros gives away $100 million, despite the �berwealthy getting a little tighter: "Indiana University’s Centre on Philanthropy says, although Soros’ gift is the largest received by Human Rights Watch to date, it is one of only two donations of more than $100 million made this year by an individual. The centre’s executive director Patrick Rooney says 2010 has seen significantly fewer charitable donations of more than $100 million compared to previous years. In 2006-08, there were 13 such gifts, in 2009, the number dropped to six and this year there has been just one other. This could be attributed to the fact that the economy’s direction is uncertain, which makes even the world’s wealthiest individuals wary about their generosity."
Toulmin’s $26M gift to have ‘big impact’ on area
Toulmin’s $26M gift to have ‘big impact’ on area: "DAYTON — Philanthropist Virginia B. Toulmin’s $26 million gift is an “unbelievable charitable legacy” for the Dayton region, said Mike Parks, president of Dayton Foundation.
The largest single gift in the foundation’s 89-year history creates a permanent endowment that will produce more than $1 million annually for Dayton-area nonprofit organizations."
The largest single gift in the foundation’s 89-year history creates a permanent endowment that will produce more than $1 million annually for Dayton-area nonprofit organizations."
Thursday, September 09, 2010
Wednesday, September 08, 2010
Charity rider goes 3,500 miles only to have his bicycle stolen in Portland | OregonLive.com
Charity rider goes 3,500 miles only to have his bicycle stolen in Portland | OregonLive.com: "round 1:30 p.m. Monday, a thief swiped Buttercup from the front porch of a house in the 4600 block of Northeast Grand Avenue.
“No, it wasn’t locked,” Lebelle said. “But after 3,500 miles of just leaving it on someone’s porch, it had never been a problem.”"
“No, it wasn’t locked,” Lebelle said. “But after 3,500 miles of just leaving it on someone’s porch, it had never been a problem.”"
An Example of the Power of Story | forimpact.org
An Example of the Power of Story | forimpact.org: "An Example of the Power of Story
Tom Suddes | September 8, 2010
Here’s a summarized version of the STORY for The Abbey Theatre in Ireland.
They’re an amazing organization, with an incredibly rich history, a glitch five years ago that has been dramatically reversed, a terrific Senior Team and more.
We have been working with The Abbey for a little over a year, and I believe they would tell you that one of the most important things we’ve done as their COACH has been to help them tell their story! Obviously, as a theatre/artistic/performance group… The Abbey and its leadership understand the whole idea of ‘STORY’. The challenge was that the story they were telling (and not telling) wasn’t working."
Tom Suddes | September 8, 2010
Here’s a summarized version of the STORY for The Abbey Theatre in Ireland.
They’re an amazing organization, with an incredibly rich history, a glitch five years ago that has been dramatically reversed, a terrific Senior Team and more.
We have been working with The Abbey for a little over a year, and I believe they would tell you that one of the most important things we’ve done as their COACH has been to help them tell their story! Obviously, as a theatre/artistic/performance group… The Abbey and its leadership understand the whole idea of ‘STORY’. The challenge was that the story they were telling (and not telling) wasn’t working."
'Good Samaritan' survey shows charitable giving trends | Society | The Guardian
'Good Samaritan' survey shows charitable giving trends | Society | The Guardian: "A third of the world's population has given money to charity in the past month, the largest study ever carried out into global social conscience reveals today.
The 'World Giving Index' used Gallup surveys of 195,000 people in 153 nations and asked people whether they had volunteered or given money or help in the last month. It also asked respondents to rank how happy they are with life."
The 'World Giving Index' used Gallup surveys of 195,000 people in 153 nations and asked people whether they had volunteered or given money or help in the last month. It also asked respondents to rank how happy they are with life."
Motivation Study Finds Internet Is Key for New Donors:
massnonprofit.org ::: "Motivation Study Finds Internet Is Key for New Donors
September 6, 2010 — Prospective first-time donors to charitable organizations make extensive use of the Internet to learn about nonprofits—by visiting their websites and by searching for news about them—according to a recently released national study on donor motivation and behavior."
September 6, 2010 — Prospective first-time donors to charitable organizations make extensive use of the Internet to learn about nonprofits—by visiting their websites and by searching for news about them—according to a recently released national study on donor motivation and behavior."
Tuesday, September 07, 2010
Kentucky philanthropists seek to capture predicted 'transfer of wealth' | courier-journal.com | The Courier-Journal
Kentucky philanthropists seek to capture predicted 'transfer of wealth' | courier-journal.com | The Courier-Journal: "Kentucky could get $3.6 billion for charitable community projects if state philanthropies succeed in capturing just 5 percent of the wealth expected to be shifted to the state's next generation by 2020, a new study says."
Jerry Lewis MDA Telethon totals $58.9m - The Boston Globe
Jerry Lewis MDA Telethon totals $58.9m - The Boston Globe: "LAS VEGAS — Despite the struggling economy, officials with the Jerry Lewis MDA Telethon say contributions and pledges from this year’s Labor Day event totaled $58.9 million."
How Much Must Charities Disclose? - Corporations - The Chronicle of Philanthropy- Connecting the nonprofit world with news, jobs, and ideas
How Much Must Charities Disclose? - Corporations - The Chronicle of Philanthropy- Connecting the nonprofit world with news, jobs, and ideas: "“You have to preserve the confidentiality of donors and respect donors’ rights,” says Paulette V. Maehara, president of the Association of Fundraising Professionals. “Donors do have rights regardless of what Senator Grassley might think.”"
Schools find new revenue source in foundations, non profits and corporations | mycentraljersey.com | MyCentralJersey.com
Schools find new revenue source in foundations, non profits and corporations | mycentraljersey.com | MyCentralJersey.com: "SOUTH PLAINFIELD — A weakened economy has taught community supporters of New Jersey's public schools a sobering lesson: If they want extras or pet projects to continue, they'll probably have to look beyond taxpayers to do it."
Compensation Rules for Charities
Compensation Rules for Charities: "Compensation Rules for Charities
September 2010
Did you know that nearly 52�percent—170,568, to be exact (according to the July�29, 2010, IRS master file of exempt organizations)—of charities that file Form�990 and 990-EZ have fiscal years that end in December? Which means it’s budget time for these organizations.
And did you know that nearly 31�percent—101,248, to be exact—of these charities have incomes of $100,000 or more? They are the organizations most likely to have paid staff. And setting compensation is an important part of the budget process. Which means it's a good time to review the rules related to compensation for executives who lead tax-exempt organizations."
September 2010
Did you know that nearly 52�percent—170,568, to be exact (according to the July�29, 2010, IRS master file of exempt organizations)—of charities that file Form�990 and 990-EZ have fiscal years that end in December? Which means it’s budget time for these organizations.
And did you know that nearly 31�percent—101,248, to be exact—of these charities have incomes of $100,000 or more? They are the organizations most likely to have paid staff. And setting compensation is an important part of the budget process. Which means it's a good time to review the rules related to compensation for executives who lead tax-exempt organizations."
Infographic of the Day: A $200 Million Contest to Save the World | Co.Design
Infographic of the Day: A $200 Million Contest to Save the World | Co.Design: "A beautiful visualization of ideas being submitted for GE's Ecomagination challenge.
In July, GE began taking ideas for it's Ecomagination Challenge -- an open call for ideas for saving the world, in three categories: renewables, grid efficiency, and eco buildings. In just six days, the entry and and voting window closes. What makes the contest more than just a do-gooder marketing scheme? T"
In July, GE began taking ideas for it's Ecomagination Challenge -- an open call for ideas for saving the world, in three categories: renewables, grid efficiency, and eco buildings. In just six days, the entry and and voting window closes. What makes the contest more than just a do-gooder marketing scheme? T"
Report: Nonprofits turn $1 into $10 | StAugustine.com
Report: Nonprofits turn $1 into $10 | StAugustine.com: "A new report says St. Johns County nonprofits figuratively weave straw into gold by turning $1.36 million in tax dollars into more than $13.88 million they use to care for the county's elderly, blind, disabled, homeless, abused and illiterate."
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