How Richard Kinder, the Warren Buffet of Energy, Approaches Philanthropy - Inside Philanthropy: Fundraising Intelligence - Inside Philanthropy

How Richard Kinder, the Warren Buffet of Energy, Approaches Philanthropy - Inside Philanthropy: Fundraising Intelligence - Inside Philanthropy: "lthough Warren Buffet is considered to be one of the most successful investors of all time, industry experts have drawn some significant parallels between him and the co-founder and CEO of Kinder Morgan.

Richard Kinder has been described as the “Warren Buffet of energy” because of his approach to owning company stock, taking a nominal salary, use of leverage, and philanthropic pursuits. "



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The Next Big Trend in Fundraising | LinkedIn

The Next Big Trend in Fundraising | LinkedIn: "Don’t you get bored with fundraising?” my friend, a fundraising consultant who's been branching out into other lines of work, asked me recently. “I mean, how many times can you write about the same thing?” Then I had this email conversation with another consultant recently, who had just come from a major conference:"



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Retention is the New Acquisition | npENGAGE

Retention is the New Acquisition | npENGAGE: "Lack of stewardship has a price, and nothing proves that more than the AFP Fundraising Effectiveness Survey. While organizations focus on their development goal and raising money through major gifts, events, direct mail, grants and online, we continue to see a lack of focus on stewardship and retention.
Consider that for every 100 new donors gained, 105 donors were lost through attrition. "



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Hockey fans toss 25,214 stuffed animals onto the ice for charity

Hockey fans toss 25,214 stuffed animals onto the ice for charity: "When the home team scores, a cuddly mayhem ensues.

The Calgary Hitmen held their 20th annual Teddy Bear Toss on Sunday, which allowed fans to throw 25,214 stuffed animals onto the ice in a heartwarming and entertaining display of charity."



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The Nonprofit Sector Has a Ferguson Problem - NPQ - Nonprofit Quarterly

The Nonprofit Sector Has a Ferguson Problem - NPQ - Nonprofit Quarterly: "However, are we alarmed at the nonprofit sector’s own lack of representation? Despite groundbreaking efforts by the Center for Diversity and the Environment, the D5 Coalition, Green 2.0, and New Generation of African American Philanthropists, the glaring disparity in nonprofit leadership bears a striking similarity to Ferguson.

People of color are currently 36 percent of the U.S. population and are expected to grow to 50 percent as early as 2042. According to the Annie E. Casey Foundation, at least 60 percent of nonprofits serve people of color."



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Ken Burnett - 2020 vision: the future for fundraising

Ken Burnett - 2020 vision: the future for fundraising:



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Orchestra Makes Excellent Use of “Friends” Group to Extend Capacity - NPQ - Nonprofit Quarterly

Orchestra Makes Excellent Use of “Friends” Group to Extend Capacity - NPQ - Nonprofit Quarterly: "We’ve heard it time and time again: Nonprofit organizations, just like for-profit businesses, come in a range of disciplines and sizes. Some nonprofit arts and cultural organizations, like New York’s Museum of Modern Art, have large annual budgets and employ thousands of workers; others function on a minimum budget of below $100,000 with a complete volunteer staff and board of directors—like community choruses and bands, for example. Regardless of size, each type of organization has its place and impact throughout its local and regional community, and sometimes beyond."



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Counting on the Corporate Sector for Social Responsibility—Not - NPQ - Nonprofit Quarterly

Counting on the Corporate Sector for Social Responsibility—Not - NPQ - Nonprofit Quarterly: "We predict that 2015 will mark the beginning of a long-term transition of the role and purpose of the world’s largest public companies and the value chains they control,” Klein and Martin wrote. “The new imperative for business leaders will be to embrace the idea that the viability of their businesses depends on solving the world’s most pressing societal issues."



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The high cost of jargon in fundraising - Future Fundraising Now

The high cost of jargon in fundraising - Future Fundraising Now: "Jargon can kick your butt.

Here's evidence from Michael Rosen Says: One Word is Costing Your Fundraising Effort a Fortune.

What's the word?

"Bequest.""



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Track 2014 Year-End Online Giving - Year-End Fundraising - The Chronicle of Philanthropy- Connecting the nonprofit world with news, jobs, and ideas

Track 2014 Year-End Online Giving - Year-End Fundraising - The Chronicle of Philanthropy- Connecting the nonprofit world with news, jobs, and ideas: "The 10,745 charities included in this tally represent all nonprofits that collected donations through Network for Good in 2011, 2012, 2013, and 2014, but not all of the roughly 40,000 organizations that use the online-giving platform each year. New data will be added every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday through early January.

All giving is calculated using Eastern time, so each day includes giving on the East Coast from 12 a.m. to 11:59 p.m. and, for example, from 9 p.m. to 8:59 p.m. on the West Coast."



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T is for TALENT. Are YOU an Investor?

T is for TALENT. Are YOU an Investor?: "What has struck me recently is that increasingly, a core gap in the social profit sector isn’t the campaign strategy but the talent deficit. This doesn’t mean the professionals in question don’t have ability but rather that charities are not investing in training and thought leadership and so there is a fundamental lack of understanding among many as to where fundraising is going."



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This Week at the Council

This Week at the Council: "President Obama celebrated the 100th anniversary of the community foundation with a convening at the White House this Tuesday. Council President and CEO Vikki Spruill was among a diverse group of community foundation leaders and other prominent representatives from philanthropy."



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Buzzwords to Watch in 2015 - Opinion - The Chronicle of Philanthropy- Connecting the nonprofit world with news, jobs, and ideas

Buzzwords to Watch in 2015 - Opinion - The Chronicle of Philanthropy- Connecting the nonprofit world with news, jobs, and ideas: "What will catch the ear of nonprofit and foundation leaders in 2015?

Drawing from a year in which privacy, design thinking, and digital data dominated the headlines, here’s my annual list of buzzwords to watch:"



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Outlook: Nonprofit | AIB.ie

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Outlook: Nonprofit | AIB.ie: "AIB’s Outlook: Nonprofit report – in association with Boardmatch Ireland – includes specially commissioned in-depth and independent research by Behaviour & Attitudes and Ipsos MRBI, insights from sector experts, and a look at the challenges and opportunities facing the sector."



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Fundraisers Find Painless Ways for Nonprofit Leaders to Raise Money - News - The Chronicle of Philanthropy- Connecting the nonprofit world with news, jobs, and ideas

The relationships will vary massively," says Andrew Watt, president of the Association of Fundraising Professionals. "But you’ll never find a successful fundraising operation where the two lead individuals aren’t able to play off each other really effectively."

Fundraisers Find Painless Ways for Nonprofit Leaders to Raise Money - News - The Chronicle of Philanthropy- Connecting the nonprofit world with news, jobs, and ideas:



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Fundraisers Find Painless Ways for Nonprofit Leaders to Raise Money - News - The Chronicle of Philanthropy- Connecting the nonprofit world with news, jobs, and ideas

The relationships will vary massively," says Andrew Watt, president of the Association of Fundraising Professionals. "But you’ll never find a successful fundraising operation where the two lead individuals aren’t able to play off each other really effectively."

Fundraisers Find Painless Ways for Nonprofit Leaders to Raise Money - News - The Chronicle of Philanthropy- Connecting the nonprofit world with news, jobs, and ideas:



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Fundraisers Find Painless Ways for Nonprofit Leaders to Raise Money - News - The Chronicle of Philanthropy- Connecting the nonprofit world with news, jobs, and ideas

Fundraisers Find Painless Ways for Nonprofit Leaders to Raise Money - News - The Chronicle of Philanthropy- Connecting the nonprofit world with news, jobs, and ideas: "A good chief development officer plays a critical role in helping a leader feel comfortable working with donors. That partnership must be one of mutual respect and trust, say fundraising experts.

"The relationships will vary massively," says Andrew Watt, president of the Association of Fundraising Professionals. "But you’ll never find a successful fundraising operation where the two lead individuals aren’t able to play off each other really effectively.""



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IU South Bend Receives Major Gift - Newsroom - Inside INdiana Business with Gerry Dick

IU South Bend Receives Major Gift - Newsroom - Inside INdiana Business with Gerry Dick: "News Release

South Bend, Ind. -- Indiana University South Bend has received the largest single philanthropic donation in its history. A $5.85 million gift from the Vera Z. Dwyer Charitable Trust has been given in support of the College of Health Sciences at IU South Bend. In recognition of the gift, the College of Health Sciences at IU South Bend has been named the Vera Z. Dwyer College of Health Sciences. The purpose of this philanthropic investment in IU South Bend by the Dwyer Trust is to permanently strengthen the quality of healthcare education in the region and help fill the demand for more qualified healthcare professionals at area hospitals and medical facilities."



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CEO Margie Pizzuti: Running Goodwill a balancing act | The Columbus Dispatch

CEO Margie Pizzuti: Running Goodwill a balancing act | The Columbus Dispatch: "I have come to understand diversity in ways I would never have known if not for my extraordinary experiences and interactions with the clients, family members and dedicated staff."

She’s grateful that her role as CEO of the organization, which has a $41 million budget, allows her to do good work and use her executive skills."



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Gotze's World Cup-winning boot raises €2 million for charity - Goal.com

Gotze's World Cup-winning boot raises €2 million for charity - Goal.com: "The left boot of Mario Gotze, which won Germany their first World Cup in 24 years, has sold for a staggering €2 million at a charity auction."



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Word search: Can you find our 'Most Influential' fundraising bigwigs?

Word search: Can you find our 'Most Influential' fundraising bigwigs?: "Fundraising Magazine’s annual Most Influential poll is one of the highlights of the year and on the third day of our festive countdown we’ve hidden 15 of this year’s power list in a word search."



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5 Lessons From the Millennial Impact Report - YNPN

5 Lessons From the Millennial Impact Report - YNPN: " This year, the Millennial Impact Report specifically looked at millennials and corporate cause work — how important was a philanthropic culture in the workplace? What type of philanthropic culture best motivates and engages millennial employees?

Here are our five takeaways from the report (and some sweet inforgraphics):"



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Have You Made This #GivingTuesday Mistake? | Michael Rosen Says...

Have You Made This #GivingTuesday Mistake? | Michael Rosen Says...: "Have You Made This #GivingTuesday Mistake?
I have serious concerns about #GivingTuesday. Recently, the Context with Lorna Dueck Canadian television show invited me to share some of those concerns. My interview begins at about the eight-minute mark."



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Art Basel Teams With Kickstarter to Fund Small Art Groups – Philanthropy Today - Blogs - The Chronicle of Philanthropy

Art Basel Teams With Kickstarter to Fund Small Art Groups – Philanthropy Today - Blogs - The Chronicle of Philanthropy: "Art Basel, the international modern- and contemporary-art show known for its focus on high-end works and wealthy patrons, has joined with Kickstarter to attract investment in smaller, experimental cultural projects, writes The New York Times. Launched three months ago, the effort has raised more than $160,000 for nonprofit arts organizations through dedicated pages on the crowdfunding Web site."



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After Nearly Closing, San Diego Opera in Solid Fiscal Shape – Philanthropy Today - Blogs - The Chronicle of Philanthropy

After Nearly Closing, San Diego Opera in Solid Fiscal Shape – Philanthropy Today - Blogs - The Chronicle of Philanthropy: "After Nearly Closing, San Diego Opera in Solid Fiscal Shape
The San Diego Opera, which was slated to close down in the spring before it was rescued by a leadership shakeup and an emergency funding campaign, ended the last fiscal year with stable finances, U-T San Diego reports."



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Red Cross Misrepresented How Donors’ Dollars Are Spent – Philanthropy Today - Blogs - The Chronicle of Philanthropy

Red Cross Misrepresented How Donors’ Dollars Are Spent – Philanthropy Today - Blogs - The Chronicle of Philanthropy: "The American Red Cross has misrepresented to donors how their dollars are used, claiming it spends less on fundraising and other overhead costs than it does, according to an investigation by ProPublica and NPR."



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Nonprofit Impact Investing Assets Up 77% in 2014, Report Says - Government - The Chronicle of Philanthropy- Connecting the nonprofit world with news, jobs, and ideas

Nonprofit Impact Investing Assets Up 77% in 2014, Report Says - Government - The Chronicle of Philanthropy- Connecting the nonprofit world with news, jobs, and ideas: "Nonprofit organizations saw the assets they manage that are committed to social-impact investments increase 77 percent in 2014 compared with their 2012 level, according to a new report.

Foundations, pensions, educational endowments, and religious groups managed $4.04-trillion in such investments at the beginning of this year, according to a study released Wednesday.

Over all, assets managed with "su"



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UK's first Giving Tuesday sees sharp rise in online donations

UK's first Giving Tuesday sees sharp rise in online donations: "Charities across the country reported a sharp rise in online donations for Giving Tuesday, figures have revealed.

Software provider Blackbaud said donations through its services in the UK went up by 270 per cent compared to the first Tuesday of December last year.

JustGiving said total donations were up 46 per cent compared to the same day last year and text donations were up by 80 per cent.

Visa Europe said that more than £2,500 was donated every minute on Visa cards in the UK and donations were up by 10 per cent on last year.
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Statistics and Damn Lies (and Your Case Statement)

Statistics and Damn Lies (and Your Case Statement): "Excerpted from Making a Case Your Donors Will Love

Even 19th-century British Prime Minister Benjamin Disraeli had something to say on the subject. "There are three kinds of lies," he said. "There are lies, damned lies, and statistics."

I'm careful about statistics. I much prefer inspiring and convincing anecdotes. Statistics have all the spontaneity and passion of drying paint.

The typical reader doesn't have the time or patience to slog his or her way through a sludge of stats. But you'll find he or she is open to anecdotes. They provide action and feeling and more dramatically reveal your organization."



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MCF | Charitable Giving in Minnesota Increases

MCF | Charitable Giving in Minnesota Increases: "The Minnesota Council on Foundations (MCF) today released its Giving in Minnesota, 2014 Edition research, the most comprehensive analysis of charitable giving in the state.
The research shows that individuals, foundations and corporations gave $5.7 billion in 2012, a 2-percent increase in total giving over 2011.
Individual giving went up to $4.1 billion in 2012, while grantmaking by foundations and corporations in Minnesota declined by 6 percent to $1.6 billion."



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