Tuesday, January 08, 2013
Title sponsorships - where the line between marketing and philanthropy blurs - Houston Chronicle
Title sponsorships - where the line between marketing and philanthropy blurs - Houston Chronicle: The line between philanthropy and marketing blurs when it comes to the dozen-plus title sponsorships in Houston
Houston culture grows, thanks to contributions - Houston Chronicle
Houston culture grows, thanks to contributions - Houston Chronicle: Philanthropy has given Houston a cultural full house, so to speak, making it one of few U.S. cities with its own ballet, opera, symphony and theater companies, plus major museums and many fine, smaller organizations.
Patriots' Patrick Chung on charity launch - Entertainment, Pop Culture, Style and Hot Trends - Trending Blog - ESPN Playbook - ESPN
Patriots' Patrick Chung on charity launch - Entertainment, Pop Culture, Style and Hot Trends - Trending Blog - ESPN Playbook - ESPN: Chung has a broad vision for his foundation, seeing it eventually spreading from its base in Massachusetts to having a nationwide presence. He already has received financial support from his teammates, including defensive lineman Vince Wilfork.
"It was important to get my teammates involved. He [Wilfork] didn't ask for anything. He was just: 'I got you, man.' It's like a brotherhood almost in the locker room," Chung said. "If they need something and I can help, I'm going to do it.
"It was important to get my teammates involved. He [Wilfork] didn't ask for anything. He was just: 'I got you, man.' It's like a brotherhood almost in the locker room," Chung said. "If they need something and I can help, I'm going to do it.
Monday, January 07, 2013
Sad Silent Auction Winners – In Legal Terms - NPQ - Nonprofit Quarterly
Some related articles on Auctions
Sad Silent Auction Winners – In Legal Terms - NPQ - Nonprofit Quarterly: There are so many ways to create problems for one’s self when fundraising. One kind of problem with a lot of potential fallout occurs when you are auctioning a service in return for the highest donation. In this case submitted as a question to Mark Pestronk, a lawyer specializing in travel law, a travel agency donated a trip complete with a list of restrictions but the nonprofit who auctioned the service did not disclose the restrictions. Now the donor who placed the winning bid is angry and the travel agency (the other donor) feels hung out to dry.
Sad Silent Auction Winners – In Legal Terms - NPQ - Nonprofit Quarterly: There are so many ways to create problems for one’s self when fundraising. One kind of problem with a lot of potential fallout occurs when you are auctioning a service in return for the highest donation. In this case submitted as a question to Mark Pestronk, a lawyer specializing in travel law, a travel agency donated a trip complete with a list of restrictions but the nonprofit who auctioned the service did not disclose the restrictions. Now the donor who placed the winning bid is angry and the travel agency (the other donor) feels hung out to dry.
The spirit of philanthropy | Agents of Good
The spirit of philanthropy | Agents of Good: The spirit of philanthropy
You are here: Home � The spirit of philanthropy
A special post by a Special Agent: Ann Rosenfield. Now that some of the hub-bub from the holiday fundraising period has passed, it’s easier to reflect
You are here: Home � The spirit of philanthropy
A special post by a Special Agent: Ann Rosenfield. Now that some of the hub-bub from the holiday fundraising period has passed, it’s easier to reflect
The AFP Blog
The AFP Blog: Saturday, January 5, 2013
One Conversation Complete, Many More to Come
Happy New Year!
I’ve talked previously—both on this blog and in The Chronicle of Philanthropy—about the debate for the charitable deduction being just the first conversation in a larger discussion about
One Conversation Complete, Many More to Come
Happy New Year!
I’ve talked previously—both on this blog and in The Chronicle of Philanthropy—about the debate for the charitable deduction being just the first conversation in a larger discussion about
Fiscal cliff law brings mixed news to charitable organizations | TribLIVE
Fiscal cliff law brings mixed news to charitable organizations | TribLIVE: Charity leaders say they‘re relieved the tax law Congress passed on New Year‘s Day does not more severely limit the tax advantages of making donations.
The American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012, which kept the country from going over the “fiscal cliff,” erases some uncertainty about tax rules that affect giving but still might impact charities and donors, the leaders said.
“There‘s some good in it and some bad in it for charities,”
The American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012, which kept the country from going over the “fiscal cliff,” erases some uncertainty about tax rules that affect giving but still might impact charities and donors, the leaders said.
“There‘s some good in it and some bad in it for charities,”
MCF | Minnesota Grantmakers Anticipate Slight Increase in 2013 Giving
MCF | Minnesota Grantmakers Anticipate Slight Increase in 2013 Giving: Minnesota Grantmakers Anticipate Slight Increase in 2013 Giving
Source: Minnesota Council on Foundations 01/07/2013
(Jan. 7, 2013) ― The Minnesota Council on Foundations (MCF) reported today that Minnesota grantmakers forecast slightly higher giving in 2013. According to MCF’s 2013 Outlook Report, foundations and corporations believe their grantmaking will increase about two percent from 2012.
Source: Minnesota Council on Foundations 01/07/2013
(Jan. 7, 2013) ― The Minnesota Council on Foundations (MCF) reported today that Minnesota grantmakers forecast slightly higher giving in 2013. According to MCF’s 2013 Outlook Report, foundations and corporations believe their grantmaking will increase about two percent from 2012.
Billionaire Christian Donors Drop Bid to Find Owner for Mass. School - Philanthropy Today - The Chronicle of Philanthropy- Connecting the nonprofit world with news, jobs, and ideas
Billionaire Christian Donors Drop Bid to Find Owner for Mass. School - Philanthropy Today - The Chronicle of Philanthropy- Connecting the nonprofit world with news, jobs, and ideas: Billionaire Christian Donors Drop Bid to Find Owner for Mass. School
January 4, 2013, 10:56 am
The billionaire owners of the Hobby Lobby retail chain have donated the campus of a former prep school in Massachusetts to a national Christian group, ending their own effort to find an evangelical operator for the property, says the Associated Press.
January 4, 2013, 10:56 am
The billionaire owners of the Hobby Lobby retail chain have donated the campus of a former prep school in Massachusetts to a national Christian group, ending their own effort to find an evangelical operator for the property, says the Associated Press.
Foundation grants seen fueling economy � Philanthropy North Carolina
Foundation grants seen fueling economy � Philanthropy North Carolina: Grantmaking by U.S. foundations has big short-term and long-term impacts on the economy, a new report says.
Foundation grants totaling $37.85 million in 2010 generated nearly 500,000 jobs immediately, a total that grew to nearly 1 million within a year and to at least 8.8 million over the long-term, says the report by The Philanthropic Collaborative.
Foundation grants totaling $37.85 million in 2010 generated nearly 500,000 jobs immediately, a total that grew to nearly 1 million within a year and to at least 8.8 million over the long-term, says the report by The Philanthropic Collaborative.
Thursday, January 03, 2013
Nonprofits: The holidays are over, but charity is still in season
Nonprofits: The holidays are over, but charity is still in season: OGDEN — The holidays are over, but those associated with area nonprofit agencies hope the spirit of giving will hang around a little longer.
“The client need does not diminish after the holidays are over,” said Karina Martin, volunteer coordinator for Catholic Community Services of Ogden and the Joyce Hansen Hall Food Bank. “We’re still looking at 2,300 h
“The client need does not diminish after the holidays are over,” said Karina Martin, volunteer coordinator for Catholic Community Services of Ogden and the Joyce Hansen Hall Food Bank. “We’re still looking at 2,300 h
Nonprofits Call Cliff Deal a Victory on Giving Incentives - Government - The Chronicle of Philanthropy- Connecting the nonprofit world with news, jobs, and ideas
Nonprofits Call Cliff Deal a Victory on Giving Incentives - Government - The Chronicle of Philanthropy- Connecting the nonprofit world with news, jobs, and ideas: Nonprofits Call Cliff Deal a Victory on Giving Incentives
By Doug Donovan
Nonprofit officials declared a victory in their advocacy to preserve the charitable tax deduction after Tuesday’s Congression�al vote to avert the fiscal cliff. But they remain frustrated that Congress did not resolve the $55-billion in federal spending cuts that are expected to hit social-service nonprofits particularly hard.
By Doug Donovan
Nonprofit officials declared a victory in their advocacy to preserve the charitable tax deduction after Tuesday’s Congression�al vote to avert the fiscal cliff. But they remain frustrated that Congress did not resolve the $55-billion in federal spending cuts that are expected to hit social-service nonprofits particularly hard.
Fiscal Cliff Deal Allows Giving IRA Assets To Charity - Forbes
Fiscal Cliff Deal Allows Giving IRA Assets To Charity - Forbes: Act fast: the fiscal cliff deal has a special tax break for cash donated by seniors to charity in Jan. 2013.
It’s a variation on the so-called IRA charitable rollover–
It’s a variation on the so-called IRA charitable rollover–
Special Report: Everything Each NPO Must Know about Fiscal Cliff Legislation | Michael Rosen Says…
Special Report: Everything Each NPO Must Know about Fiscal Cliff Legislation | Michael Rosen Says…: Special Report: Everything Each NPO Must Know about Fiscal Cliff Legislation
A dysfunctional White House and Congress officially took the United States over the so-called “Fiscal Cliff” at the close of December 31. Fortunately, a deal was reached late on New Year’s Day, hopefully averting what economists say would have been an almost certain return to deep recession.
Since the American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012 was passed, there’s already been a great deal of confusion and misinformation about what the Act means to the nonprofit sector.
A dysfunctional White House and Congress officially took the United States over the so-called “Fiscal Cliff” at the close of December 31. Fortunately, a deal was reached late on New Year’s Day, hopefully averting what economists say would have been an almost certain return to deep recession.
Since the American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012 was passed, there’s already been a great deal of confusion and misinformation about what the Act means to the nonprofit sector.
Wednesday, January 02, 2013
Charitable Deduction Not Taken Down by the Fiscal Cliff - Press - AFP
Charitable Deduction Not Taken Down by the Fiscal Cliff - Press - AFP: IRA Rollover Provision Extended
There was some good news in the final fiscal cliff bill for charities. The tax extenders package, which includes the IRA Rollover provision, was included in the fiscal cliff bill. The IRA Rollover provision permits individuals ages 70� and older to give direct gifts up to $100,000 to qualified public charities from their Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs) without tax penalty.
There was some good news in the final fiscal cliff bill for charities. The tax extenders package, which includes the IRA Rollover provision, was included in the fiscal cliff bill. The IRA Rollover provision permits individuals ages 70� and older to give direct gifts up to $100,000 to qualified public charities from their Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs) without tax penalty.
5 Guidelines for Finding the Right Fundraising Professional : Page 1 of 2 : FundRaising Success
5 Guidelines for Finding the Right Fundraising Professional : Page 1 of 2 : FundRaising Success: Getting the right team around you is one of the most important factors in your fundraising program's success. Here are five guidelines for ensuring that you make the right hire.
New index tracks top-performing nonprofits � Philanthropy North Carolina
New index tracks top-performing nonprofits � Philanthropy North Carolina: New index tracks top-performing nonprofits
Thursday, December 20, 2012
Charleston Regional Business Journal | Charleston, SC
Charleston Regional Business Journal | Charleston, SC: The holiday season is magical, something to truly enjoy — through fellowship and celebration with colleagues and friends, through family traditions, and through donations of time, talent and treasure to nonprofits we care about. All three of these are true for me, things I enjoy — and take joy — in doing.
CFO Fitness Quiz: Are You Tough Enough for the Caring Sector?
CFO Fitness Quiz: Are You Tough Enough for the Caring Sector?: Contemplating a switch to the nonprofit sector? Here are seven questions that can surface your readiness for the Olympic-level challenge of financial management in the social sector.
Five Secrets to Keep Your Fundraiser from Losing Money
Five Secrets to Keep Your Fundraiser from Losing Money: Five Secrets to Keep Your Fundraiser from Losing Money
December 2012
Reprinted from the GuideStar Blog
A 2007 study by Charity Navigator revealed that for many nonprofit groups, fundraisers are actually fund-losers: the average organization spends $1.33 on an event for every $1.00 the event raises. Efficient events, however, spent as little as $0.71 for every $1.00 raised, making the event a financial as well as a social success.
December 2012
Reprinted from the GuideStar Blog
A 2007 study by Charity Navigator revealed that for many nonprofit groups, fundraisers are actually fund-losers: the average organization spends $1.33 on an event for every $1.00 the event raises. Efficient events, however, spent as little as $0.71 for every $1.00 raised, making the event a financial as well as a social success.
Hearts Broken - How to Help Newtown
Hearts Broken - How to Help Newtown: Update: The Chronicle of Philanthropy reported on Tuesday that donations are pouring in to several memorial funds set up for the families of the Sandy Hook victims. More Than $1-Million Raised for Newtown's Survivors.
It's been a very hard week for everyone. The tragedy at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Connecticut on Friday took away our breath and our joy.
My emotions have been both grief and helplessness. But I also experienced a deep need to do something, anything to help.
It's been a very hard week for everyone. The tragedy at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Connecticut on Friday took away our breath and our joy.
My emotions have been both grief and helplessness. But I also experienced a deep need to do something, anything to help.
IRS Offers Tips for Year-End Giving
IRS Offers Tips for Year-End Giving: RS Offers Tips for Year-End Giving
IRS Videos: Exempt Organizations Select Check: English | Spanish
Fair Market Value of Charitable Donations: English | Spanish | ASL
Podcasts: Exempt Organizations Select Check: English | Spanish
IR-2012-102, Dec. 19, 2012
WASHINGTON — Individuals and businesses making contributions to charity should keep in mind some key tax provisions that have taken effect in recent years, especially those affecting donations of clothing and household items and monetary donations.
IRS Videos: Exempt Organizations Select Check: English | Spanish
Fair Market Value of Charitable Donations: English | Spanish | ASL
Podcasts: Exempt Organizations Select Check: English | Spanish
IR-2012-102, Dec. 19, 2012
WASHINGTON — Individuals and businesses making contributions to charity should keep in mind some key tax provisions that have taken effect in recent years, especially those affecting donations of clothing and household items and monetary donations.
Tuesday, December 18, 2012
Philanthropy beat: Hotel donates instead of liquidates | StarTribune.com
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Philanthropy beat: Hotel donates instead of liquidates
Article by: Jean Hopfensperger , Star Tribune
Updated: December 17, 2012 - 7:21 PM
When the Millennium Hotel in downtown Minneapolis closed its doors for a major renovation last week, it did something new for the upscale hotel chain.
The hotel donated about 1,900 pieces of furniture -- as in dressers, bed frames, lamps, desks and chairs -- to local charities instead of shipping them off to liquidators or landfills.
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Philanthropy beat: Hotel donates instead of liquidates
Article by: Jean Hopfensperger , Star Tribune
Updated: December 17, 2012 - 7:21 PM
When the Millennium Hotel in downtown Minneapolis closed its doors for a major renovation last week, it did something new for the upscale hotel chain.
The hotel donated about 1,900 pieces of furniture -- as in dressers, bed frames, lamps, desks and chairs -- to local charities instead of shipping them off to liquidators or landfills.
Council on Foundations 'Redesigns' Organization and Sheds 19 Jobs - The Giveaway - The Chronicle of Philanthropy- Connecting the nonprofit world with news, jobs, and ideas
Council on Foundations 'Redesigns' Organization and Sheds 19 Jobs - The Giveaway - The Chronicle of Philanthropy- Connecting the nonprofit world with news, jobs, and ideas: Council on Foundations ‘Redesigns’ Organization and Sheds 19 Jobs
December 17, 2012, 8:26 am
By Caroline Preston
The Council on Foundations, an organization that represents many of the nation’s biggest grant makers, has eliminated 19 positions in the last two months, part of a “redesign” its president says will enable the organization to better serve its members.
December 17, 2012, 8:26 am
By Caroline Preston
The Council on Foundations, an organization that represents many of the nation’s biggest grant makers, has eliminated 19 positions in the last two months, part of a “redesign” its president says will enable the organization to better serve its members.
N.Y. Nonprofits Can Now E-File - TheNonProfitTimes
N.Y. Nonprofits Can Now E-File - TheNonProfitTimes: Charities registered with the New York State Attorney General’s Charities Bureau (AGCB) may now file their reports online. New York Attorney General Eric T. Schneiderman announced the move will allow release
Monday, December 17, 2012
More than 100 students complete nonprofit minor | Philanthropy Journal
More than 100 students complete nonprofit minor | Philanthropy Journal: Hardworking students in the nonprofit studies minor helped the Institute for Nonprofits achieve a significant milestone last week when its number of graduates passed the century mark.
The 10 students who completed the program and were commended on Friday brought the tally to 104 graduates since the minor was established in 2006. Another 110 NC State University undergrads are currently enrolled.
The 10 students who completed the program and were commended on Friday brought the tally to 104 graduates since the minor was established in 2006. Another 110 NC State University undergrads are currently enrolled.
How to Respond to a National Tragedy | Nonprofit Marketing | Getting Attention
How to Respond to a National Tragedy | Nonprofit Marketing | Getting Attention: How to Respond to a National Tragedy
Like you, my heart and head are heavy in the wake of Friday’s tragedy in Newtown, CT. Especially since I feel so helpless.
My gut is that’s how many of your supporters and prospects are feeling as well, and what will be top of mind for at least a few more days. So be responsive, even though you’re pressured by the year-end push for support.
Like you, my heart and head are heavy in the wake of Friday’s tragedy in Newtown, CT. Especially since I feel so helpless.
My gut is that’s how many of your supporters and prospects are feeling as well, and what will be top of mind for at least a few more days. So be responsive, even though you’re pressured by the year-end push for support.
Looming Tax Hikes Boost DAFs - TheNonProfitTimes
Looming Tax Hikes Boost DAFs - TheNonProfitTimes: Looming Tax Hikes Boost DAFs - 12/17/2012
By Patrick Sullivan
It seems as if the words “fiscal cliff” can be seen everywhere. For most Americans, the impending tax increases and spending cuts are something over which to lose sleep, but tax uncertainty is fueling major growth for the donor advised fund (DAF) of San Francisco, Calif.-based Schwab Charitable. Between July and October 2012, Schwab Charitable saw its total assets under management increase by $188 million, or 74 percent, compared to the same period in 2011.
By Patrick Sullivan
It seems as if the words “fiscal cliff” can be seen everywhere. For most Americans, the impending tax increases and spending cuts are something over which to lose sleep, but tax uncertainty is fueling major growth for the donor advised fund (DAF) of San Francisco, Calif.-based Schwab Charitable. Between July and October 2012, Schwab Charitable saw its total assets under management increase by $188 million, or 74 percent, compared to the same period in 2011.
Nonprofits looking for political clout - SFGate
Nonprofits looking for political clout - SFGate: Staub heads a political action committee trying to increase the political clout of the nonprofit sector in federal elections. Most of the committee's members are affiliated with charitable organizations.
"We want to be a political player in a positive way," said Staub, chairman of the Association of Fundraising Professionals Political Action Committee, an umbrella organization for charitable fundraisers. "There are lots of interest groups, and we decided we needed to have a greater voice for philanthropy."
"We want to be a political player in a positive way," said Staub, chairman of the Association of Fundraising Professionals Political Action Committee, an umbrella organization for charitable fundraisers. "There are lots of interest groups, and we decided we needed to have a greater voice for philanthropy."
The Charitable Deduction and Why It Needs to Stay - NYTimes.com
The Charitable Deduction and Why It Needs to Stay - NYTimes.com: WHATEVER else we do about the tax code, we need to save the charitable deduction, which has done so much good in our country and springs directly from some of our deepest values.
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