WOODTV.com & WOOD TV8 - Grand Rapids news and weather - Gas prices push IRS to temporarily increase mileage reimbursement rate: "Gas prices push IRS to temporarily increase mileage reimbursement rate
(AP-Washington, September 9, 2005, 2:33 p.m.) The Internal Revenue Service, recognizing increased gas prices around the country, on Friday increased the mileage reimbursement rate that workers claim when they use personal cars for work.
The decision raised the rate to 48.5 cents a mile for the last four months of the year, after which the tax agency plans to look again at gas prices and reevaluate the rate."
Friday, September 09, 2005
How are charities spending their money? | eGov monitor
How are charities spending their money? | eGov monitor: "How are charities spending their money?
Source: Charity Commission
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In a bid to promote greater transparency and accountability, people visiting the Charity Commission’s website can now view the accounts of 35,000 charities online. This is the latest in a series of improvements to the Charity Commission’s website and part of a programme to upgrade the services offered to the Commission’s charity stakeholders and members of the public.The online accounts are scanned images and are reproduced in PDF format.
This development reflects the Commission's objective to improve the public information available on charities, following the recommendations of the 2002 Strategy Unit report. Another element of this is the new summary information return, which charities with annual incomes of over �1 million will complete for the first time as part of this year’s annual return.
Users accessing the accounts on our website should be aware of a few health warnings:"
Source: Charity Commission
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In a bid to promote greater transparency and accountability, people visiting the Charity Commission’s website can now view the accounts of 35,000 charities online. This is the latest in a series of improvements to the Charity Commission’s website and part of a programme to upgrade the services offered to the Commission’s charity stakeholders and members of the public.The online accounts are scanned images and are reproduced in PDF format.
This development reflects the Commission's objective to improve the public information available on charities, following the recommendations of the 2002 Strategy Unit report. Another element of this is the new summary information return, which charities with annual incomes of over �1 million will complete for the first time as part of this year’s annual return.
Users accessing the accounts on our website should be aware of a few health warnings:"
Convio will help raise funds for World Trade Center memorial - 2005-09-08
Convio will help raise funds for World Trade Center memorial - 2005-09-08: "Convio will help raise funds for World Trade Center memorial
The World Trade Center Memorial Foundation has tapped Convio Inc. to help raise $500 million for a memorial complex."
The World Trade Center Memorial Foundation has tapped Convio Inc. to help raise $500 million for a memorial complex."
Faulkner seeking job opportunities - The Daily Texan - Top Stories
Faulkner seeking job opportunities - The Daily Texan - Top Stories: "UT President Larry Faulkner won't be bumming off his parents when he leaves the University next year.
Instead, he will be nominated for the presidency of a Houston-based philanthropy Sept. 20, the organization announced Thursday.
Of all the positions he's considered, Faulkner said the Houston Endowment presidency is his first choice."
Instead, he will be nominated for the presidency of a Houston-based philanthropy Sept. 20, the organization announced Thursday.
Of all the positions he's considered, Faulkner said the Houston Endowment presidency is his first choice."
Long Center receives $1.35 million in new corporate pledges
Long Center receives $1.35 million in new corporate pledges: "ong Center receives $1.35 million in new corporate pledges
Keller Williams donates $1 million
By Jeanne Claire van Ryzin
AMERICAN-STATESMAN ARTS WRITER
Friday, September 09, 2005
A $1 million gift from Keller Williams Realty, a national real estate firm without a deep history of arts philanthropy, has pushed the Long Center for the Performing Arts within $1 million of its construction fundraising goals."
Keller Williams donates $1 million
By Jeanne Claire van Ryzin
AMERICAN-STATESMAN ARTS WRITER
Friday, September 09, 2005
A $1 million gift from Keller Williams Realty, a national real estate firm without a deep history of arts philanthropy, has pushed the Long Center for the Performing Arts within $1 million of its construction fundraising goals."
Thursday, September 08, 2005
Channelnewsasia.com-Bull Run 2005 mascots hit the streets to garner support for charity run
Channelnewsasia.com: "Bull Run 2005 mascots hit the streets to garner support for charity run
By Wong Siew Ying, Channel NewsAsia
Lunch time got off to a bullish start for many executives in the Central Business District on Thursday as the Bull Run 2005 mascots and dancers hit the streets to garner support for the charity fun run. "
By Wong Siew Ying, Channel NewsAsia
Lunch time got off to a bullish start for many executives in the Central Business District on Thursday as the Bull Run 2005 mascots and dancers hit the streets to garner support for the charity fun run. "
Kansas City infoZine - QUALCOMM's Dr. Irwin Jacobs to Speak at the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art - USA
Kansas City infoZine - QUALCOMM's Dr. Irwin Jacobs to Speak at the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art - USA: "QUALCOMM's Dr. Irwin Jacobs to Speak at the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art
The Business Council's annual dinner celebrates corporate involvement and support of The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art
GalleryKansas City, Mo. - infoZine - Dr. Irwin Mark Jacobs, co-founder and chairman of QUALCOMM Inc., the San Diego-based leader in developing digital wireless communications products and services, will offer a keynote address at 6 p.m. on Sept. 21 at the annual dinner of the Business Council of The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art.
The Business Council's annual dinner celebrates corporate involvement and support of The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, essential ingredients that enable the Museum to sustain its programs and services for the community and further enhance the quality of life in Kansas City . Created by entrepreneur and philanthropist Henry W. Bloch in 1985, the Council this year marks its 20th anniversary.
Jacobs will present A Personal Account of the Value and Satisfaction of Corporate and Family Philanthropy in the Arts."
The Business Council's annual dinner celebrates corporate involvement and support of The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art
GalleryKansas City, Mo. - infoZine - Dr. Irwin Mark Jacobs, co-founder and chairman of QUALCOMM Inc., the San Diego-based leader in developing digital wireless communications products and services, will offer a keynote address at 6 p.m. on Sept. 21 at the annual dinner of the Business Council of The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art.
The Business Council's annual dinner celebrates corporate involvement and support of The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, essential ingredients that enable the Museum to sustain its programs and services for the community and further enhance the quality of life in Kansas City . Created by entrepreneur and philanthropist Henry W. Bloch in 1985, the Council this year marks its 20th anniversary.
Jacobs will present A Personal Account of the Value and Satisfaction of Corporate and Family Philanthropy in the Arts."
Wednesday, September 07, 2005
Self-regulation for fundraising secures first year funding(UK)
content: "Self-regulation for fundraising secures first year funding
07/09/05
The Institute of Fundraising (Institute) has announced that the Home Office and Scottish Executive will provide �840,625 first year funding for the initiation of a UK-wide self-regulatory scheme for fundraising.
The Institute said it would now be able to begin implementation of the scheme, as laid out in its business plan presented to the Home Office last year, with the recruitment of a chair and director. The anticipated launch date of Self-regulation is June 2006."
07/09/05
The Institute of Fundraising (Institute) has announced that the Home Office and Scottish Executive will provide �840,625 first year funding for the initiation of a UK-wide self-regulatory scheme for fundraising.
The Institute said it would now be able to begin implementation of the scheme, as laid out in its business plan presented to the Home Office last year, with the recruitment of a chair and director. The anticipated launch date of Self-regulation is June 2006."
Bluetooth gizmo to keep charity ride on track: News from Cambridge Silicon Radio
Bluetooth gizmo to keep charity ride on track: News from Cambridge Silicon Radio: "Bluetooth gizmo to keep charity ride on track
Employees from CSR are to join the British Heart Foundation London to Paris sponsored cycle ride taking place from 10th to 12th September 2005.
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Employees from CSR are to join the British Heart Foundation London to Paris sponsored cycle ride taking place from 10th to 12th September 2005. To ensure the team, led by Gordon Petrie, CSR's VP of European Sales, does not end up in Newcastle by mistake, they will be guided on their travels by the TomTom Rider, the first portable navigation system specifically designed for two wheels, with directions dictated via Bluetooth to a headset. The sponsored ride is being organised by the British Heart Foundation to help fight heart and circulatory disease and is expected to raise a 'four figure' sum."
Employees from CSR are to join the British Heart Foundation London to Paris sponsored cycle ride taking place from 10th to 12th September 2005.
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Employees from CSR are to join the British Heart Foundation London to Paris sponsored cycle ride taking place from 10th to 12th September 2005. To ensure the team, led by Gordon Petrie, CSR's VP of European Sales, does not end up in Newcastle by mistake, they will be guided on their travels by the TomTom Rider, the first portable navigation system specifically designed for two wheels, with directions dictated via Bluetooth to a headset. The sponsored ride is being organised by the British Heart Foundation to help fight heart and circulatory disease and is expected to raise a 'four figure' sum."
Hundreds of Thousands Nationwide Expected To Honor 9/11 Heroes, Victims By Engaging in Acts of Service From September 10-17
Hundreds of Thousands Nationwide Expected To Honor 9/11 Heroes, Victims By Engaging in Acts of Service From September 10-17: "Press Release Source: One Day's Pay
Hundreds of Thousands Nationwide Expected To Honor 9/11 Heroes, Victims By Engaging in Acts of Service From September 10-17
Wednesday September 7, 9:30 am ET
Katrina Disaster Builds Interest in Observing Fourth Anniversary of 9/11 as a Day of Service
Radio PSAs featuring Gary Sinise Begin Airing Today on XM Satellite Radio
NEW YORK, Sept. 7 /PRNewswire/ -- New York City firefighters will travel to Illinois to help rebuild a small town devastated last year by a deadly tornado. Anchorage students will volunteer to help at a their local senior center. Nine teams of middle school students in Long Beach, NY will each choose their own way to give back -- from cleaning local beaches to collecting coats for the homeless. An art therapist in NYC will donate her time to rehabilitate needy children and their families"
Hundreds of Thousands Nationwide Expected To Honor 9/11 Heroes, Victims By Engaging in Acts of Service From September 10-17
Wednesday September 7, 9:30 am ET
Katrina Disaster Builds Interest in Observing Fourth Anniversary of 9/11 as a Day of Service
Radio PSAs featuring Gary Sinise Begin Airing Today on XM Satellite Radio
NEW YORK, Sept. 7 /PRNewswire/ -- New York City firefighters will travel to Illinois to help rebuild a small town devastated last year by a deadly tornado. Anchorage students will volunteer to help at a their local senior center. Nine teams of middle school students in Long Beach, NY will each choose their own way to give back -- from cleaning local beaches to collecting coats for the homeless. An art therapist in NYC will donate her time to rehabilitate needy children and their families"
Consultation on Proposed Guidelines for the Registration of Umbrella Organizations
Consultation on Proposed Guidelines for the Registration of Umbrella Organizations: "Consultation on Proposed Guidelines for the Registration of Umbrella Organizations
The following policy draft is meant to clarify the position of the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) on the eligibility of Umbrella Organizations, as described within the policy, for registration as charities under the Income Tax Act."
The following policy draft is meant to clarify the position of the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) on the eligibility of Umbrella Organizations, as described within the policy, for registration as charities under the Income Tax Act."
The Muttart Foundation - The Foundation | News
The Muttart Foundation - The Foundation | News
Centre for Non-Profit Excellence": A Study
The Foundation recently commissioned Life-Role Development Group to test a model for a “Centre for Non-Profit Excellence” that would provide various types of services to charities and, potentially, other not-for-profit organizations.
The Group’s report suggested that a Centre, as contemplated, was not currently feasible.
Centre for Non-Profit Excellence": A Study
The Foundation recently commissioned Life-Role Development Group to test a model for a “Centre for Non-Profit Excellence” that would provide various types of services to charities and, potentially, other not-for-profit organizations.
The Group’s report suggested that a Centre, as contemplated, was not currently feasible.
Jewish Charity Says It Was Bayou Fund Victim
Jewish Charity Says It Was Bayou Fund Victim: "ewish Charity Says It Was Bayou Fund Victim
By Matthew Goldstein
Senior Writer
9/6/2005 5:42 PM EDT
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Think the well-publicized travails of the Bayou hedge fund only matter to a bunch of jet-setters who should've known better? Think again.
The Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Chicago, a major Chicago-area philanthropic organization, claims in a lawsuit that it lost $4 million on an investment it made last year in the onetime $400 million Connecticut-based hedge fund."
By Matthew Goldstein
Senior Writer
9/6/2005 5:42 PM EDT
Click here for more stories by Matthew Goldstein
Think the well-publicized travails of the Bayou hedge fund only matter to a bunch of jet-setters who should've known better? Think again.
The Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Chicago, a major Chicago-area philanthropic organization, claims in a lawsuit that it lost $4 million on an investment it made last year in the onetime $400 million Connecticut-based hedge fund."
CANPO's new name: Colorado Nonprofit Association - 2005-09-07
CANPO's new name: Colorado Nonprofit Association - 2005-09-07: "ANPO's new name: Colorado Nonprofit Association
The Colorado Association of Nonprofit Organizations (CANPO) is changing its name of nearly 20 years to the Colorado Nonprofit Association."
The Colorado Association of Nonprofit Organizations (CANPO) is changing its name of nearly 20 years to the Colorado Nonprofit Association."
Tuesday, September 06, 2005
Minnesota Farm Guide: Updates-Farm Bureau Launches Hurricane Relief Efforts
Minnesota Farm Guide: Updates: "Ag News: Updates
Farm Bureau Launches Hurricane Relief Efforts
Tuesday, September 6, 2005 9:02 AM CDT
The Minnesota Farm Bureau Foundation (MFBF) announced today that they will participate in the American Farm Bureau Foundation's (AFBF) nationwide effort to raise money and collect food donations for victims of Hurricane Katrina."
Farm Bureau Launches Hurricane Relief Efforts
Tuesday, September 6, 2005 9:02 AM CDT
The Minnesota Farm Bureau Foundation (MFBF) announced today that they will participate in the American Farm Bureau Foundation's (AFBF) nationwide effort to raise money and collect food donations for victims of Hurricane Katrina."
Berkshire Eagle Online - Local News
Berkshire Eagle Online - Local News: "Nonprofit raffles off hybrid car
Birthday mom gets great gift
By Derek Gentile, Berkshire Eagle Staff
Tuesday, September 06, 2005
GREAT BARRINGTON — The telephone rang at about 1:20 p.m., and Cindy Brown's 12-year-old daughter, Fiona, picked up.
It was Cara Davis, executive director of Construct Inc., asking for her mother. Fiona handed over the phone.
'Cindy?' Davis said. 'Hi, it's Cara Davis. How are you? I understand it's your birthday.'
Brown acknowledged that it was.
'Well,' said Davis, 'Happy Birthday. You're the winner of our raffle. You've won the Toyota Prius.'"
Birthday mom gets great gift
By Derek Gentile, Berkshire Eagle Staff
Tuesday, September 06, 2005
GREAT BARRINGTON — The telephone rang at about 1:20 p.m., and Cindy Brown's 12-year-old daughter, Fiona, picked up.
It was Cara Davis, executive director of Construct Inc., asking for her mother. Fiona handed over the phone.
'Cindy?' Davis said. 'Hi, it's Cara Davis. How are you? I understand it's your birthday.'
Brown acknowledged that it was.
'Well,' said Davis, 'Happy Birthday. You're the winner of our raffle. You've won the Toyota Prius.'"
BendBulletin.com-15,000 ducks, $44,000 in prizes, one ‘great race'
BendBulletin.com: "15,000 ducks, $44,000 in prizes, one ‘great race'
Published: September 6, 2005
Pete Erickson / The Bulletin
By Ernestine Bousquet
The Bulletin
Nate Miller, his brother, Levi, and their dad, Harry, watched the tide of candy-colored rubber ducks fan out as they floated past the family in the Labor Day duck race Monday."
Published: September 6, 2005
Pete Erickson / The Bulletin
By Ernestine Bousquet
The Bulletin
Nate Miller, his brother, Levi, and their dad, Harry, watched the tide of candy-colored rubber ducks fan out as they floated past the family in the Labor Day duck race Monday."
Sunday, September 04, 2005
'Death tax,' McCain targets of N.H. TV ad
'Death tax,' McCain targets of N.H. TV ad: "'Death tax,' McCain targets of N.H. TV ad
Sept. 4, 2005 12:00 AM
A national anti-tax group is running a TV ad in New Hampshire telling viewers that Sen. John McCain, R-Ariz., opposes a Bush Administration proposal to permanently repeal the federal tax on multimillion-dollar estates.
The Senate is expected to take up the bill after it reconvenes this week. New Hampshire is the nation's first presidential primary state, and McCain is considered a potential candidate for the White House in 2008 ."
Sept. 4, 2005 12:00 AM
A national anti-tax group is running a TV ad in New Hampshire telling viewers that Sen. John McCain, R-Ariz., opposes a Bush Administration proposal to permanently repeal the federal tax on multimillion-dollar estates.
The Senate is expected to take up the bill after it reconvenes this week. New Hampshire is the nation's first presidential primary state, and McCain is considered a potential candidate for the White House in 2008 ."
Friday, September 02, 2005
SocietyGuardian.co.uk | Communities | Working towards a better future
SocietyGuardian.co.uk | Communities | Working towards a better future: "On average, we can expect to spend more than 70,000 hours of our life at work. Given this investment of time, it comes as little surprise that we increasingly want our working lives to reflect the values and beliefs we hold outside of work hours.
In 2003, a survey by online recruitment agency Totaljobs.com found that 43% of jobseekers would not work for a company that did not have environmental or ethical policies. Further research in 2004 by the global accounting firm Ernst & Young showed 89% of graduates considered high ethical standards to be 'imperative' when deciding whether to join a company."
In 2003, a survey by online recruitment agency Totaljobs.com found that 43% of jobseekers would not work for a company that did not have environmental or ethical policies. Further research in 2004 by the global accounting firm Ernst & Young showed 89% of graduates considered high ethical standards to be 'imperative' when deciding whether to join a company."
Proposed Salvation Army Center May be Homeless: Kroc Center Progress Halted
Proposed Salvation Army Center May be Homeless: Kroc Center Progress Halted: "Proposed Salvation Army Center May be Homeless: Kroc Center Progress Halted
9/2/2005 6:00:32 AM
PITTSBURGH, Sept 02, 2005 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- A nearly 40 million dollar Salvation Army recreation center designed for the purpose of serving families may be in danger of becoming homeless. For many months, a proposed Ray and Joan Kroc Community Center has been proceeding through a comprehensive planning process with the intent of being constructed in Pittsburgh's Brighton Heights Park. As a September 30th deadline application quickly draws near, a few Pittsburgh city officials are expressing opposition and concern that may impede the very birth of the project."
9/2/2005 6:00:32 AM
PITTSBURGH, Sept 02, 2005 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- A nearly 40 million dollar Salvation Army recreation center designed for the purpose of serving families may be in danger of becoming homeless. For many months, a proposed Ray and Joan Kroc Community Center has been proceeding through a comprehensive planning process with the intent of being constructed in Pittsburgh's Brighton Heights Park. As a September 30th deadline application quickly draws near, a few Pittsburgh city officials are expressing opposition and concern that may impede the very birth of the project."
Texas eyes more permanent homes for refugees
Texas eyes more permanent homes for refugees: "Texas eyes more permanent homes for refugees
By MIKE WARD
Cox News Service
Friday, September 02, 2005
AUSTIN, Texas — Texas officials are considering an unprecedented plan to relocate thousands of New Orleans hurricane refugees into vacant apartments throughout the eastern half of the state, in what could become months of a more permanent relocation."
By MIKE WARD
Cox News Service
Friday, September 02, 2005
AUSTIN, Texas — Texas officials are considering an unprecedented plan to relocate thousands of New Orleans hurricane refugees into vacant apartments throughout the eastern half of the state, in what could become months of a more permanent relocation."
Terrorism funding: Commission seeks more NGO transparency
Terrorism funding: Commission seeks more NGO transparency: "Terrorism funding: Commission seeks more NGO transparency
In Short:
An EU code of conduct for NGOs is on the way as the Commission's Justice Department wants to protect the sector 'against the threat of being exploited for the financing of terrorism'.
Background:
NGOs are usually already regulated and overseen at national level but the rules 'may be diverse in nature' and applied with 'a varying degree of efficiency and coordination', according to the European Citizen Action Service - a European NGO network.
Issues:
The Commission's Justice, Freedom and Security department is currently drafting a paper advising EU member states to increase transparency and accountability standards for the non-profit sector."
In Short:
An EU code of conduct for NGOs is on the way as the Commission's Justice Department wants to protect the sector 'against the threat of being exploited for the financing of terrorism'.
Background:
NGOs are usually already regulated and overseen at national level but the rules 'may be diverse in nature' and applied with 'a varying degree of efficiency and coordination', according to the European Citizen Action Service - a European NGO network.
Issues:
The Commission's Justice, Freedom and Security department is currently drafting a paper advising EU member states to increase transparency and accountability standards for the non-profit sector."
Thursday, September 01, 2005
Chicago Defender / Commentary- Tax Breaks for the Wealthy
Chicago Defender / Commentary: "MARIAN W. EDELMAN: Tax Breaks for the Wealthy
by Marian W. Edelman
September 1, 2005
The debate over whether America should repeal its estate tax is heating up again. The estate tax was first enacted early in the last century, partly in response to the enormous fortunes families like the Rockefellers and Vanderbilts had amassed during the Gilded Age. Reformers argued that government support had played a big role in creating the conditions that helped these individuals earn their tremendous wealth, so it was only fair that a portion of that wealth be returned to society."
by Marian W. Edelman
September 1, 2005
The debate over whether America should repeal its estate tax is heating up again. The estate tax was first enacted early in the last century, partly in response to the enormous fortunes families like the Rockefellers and Vanderbilts had amassed during the Gilded Age. Reformers argued that government support had played a big role in creating the conditions that helped these individuals earn their tremendous wealth, so it was only fair that a portion of that wealth be returned to society."
The Daily News, Jacksonville NC-USO of North Carolina goes uptown
The Daily News, Jacksonville NC: "USO of North Carolina goes uptown
September 01,2005
TIMMI TOLER View stories by reporter
DAILY NEWS STAFF
Two years ago, the USO of North Carolina began making changes to better accommodate military members and their families across the state as well as locally.
Last week, the USO opened its state office at 201 New Bridge St. in downtown Jacksonville - another change, said Judy Pitchford, president and CEO, that will help the USO better serve those who serve."
September 01,2005
TIMMI TOLER View stories by reporter
DAILY NEWS STAFF
Two years ago, the USO of North Carolina began making changes to better accommodate military members and their families across the state as well as locally.
Last week, the USO opened its state office at 201 New Bridge St. in downtown Jacksonville - another change, said Judy Pitchford, president and CEO, that will help the USO better serve those who serve."
Wednesday, August 31, 2005
Daily Chronicle Online-"DeKalb County foundation part of new statewide philanthropic alliance
Daily Chronicle Online: "DeKalb County foundation part of new statewide philanthropic alliance
By Dana Herra - Staff Writer
The DeKalb County Community Foundation has joined 24 similar foundations from across the state to form an alliance dedicated to philanthropy in Illinois.
'We feel there are some synergies we can take advantage of by teaming together,' said Jerry Smith, executive director of the DCCF and treasurer of the new Alliance of Illinois Community Founda-tions. 'It will be pooling resources in our ability to share information.'"
By Dana Herra - Staff Writer
The DeKalb County Community Foundation has joined 24 similar foundations from across the state to form an alliance dedicated to philanthropy in Illinois.
'We feel there are some synergies we can take advantage of by teaming together,' said Jerry Smith, executive director of the DCCF and treasurer of the new Alliance of Illinois Community Founda-tions. 'It will be pooling resources in our ability to share information.'"
Hawaii Reporter: Hawaii Reporter-Legacy of One of Hawaii's Richest Men: Charles Reed Bishop
Hawaii Reporter: Hawaii Reporter: "Legacy of One of Hawaii's Richest Men: Charles Reed Bishop
By George Avlonitis, 8/30/2005 11:14:01 PM
Five years ago, the name of the Bernice Pauahi Bishop Estate (commonly known as, 'Kamehameha Schools/Bishop Estate'), was changed just to 'Kamehameha Schools.'
To remove the name of a philanthropist from her endowment is the ultimate act of ingratitude.
It is, too, the ultimate act of hypocrisy to keep calling Pauahi Bishop, 'our beloved and generous Princess' -- but ... 'we do not want her haole name on our endowment.'"
By George Avlonitis, 8/30/2005 11:14:01 PM
Five years ago, the name of the Bernice Pauahi Bishop Estate (commonly known as, 'Kamehameha Schools/Bishop Estate'), was changed just to 'Kamehameha Schools.'
To remove the name of a philanthropist from her endowment is the ultimate act of ingratitude.
It is, too, the ultimate act of hypocrisy to keep calling Pauahi Bishop, 'our beloved and generous Princess' -- but ... 'we do not want her haole name on our endowment.'"
Berkshire Eagle Online - Headlines-Athenaeum becomes grant information center
Berkshire Eagle Online - Headlines: "Athenaeum becomes grant information center
By Tony Dobrowolski, Berkshire Eagle Staff
Wednesday, August 31, 2005
PITTSFIELD — Nonprofit organizations and other individuals seeking information on grant funding will no longer have to leave Pittsfield or Berkshire County to find it.
City officials yesterday announced the formation of the Berkshire Funding Resource Center, a program housed at the Berkshire Athenaeum on Wendell Avenue, that will provide free direct online access to the Foundation Center, a subscription-only database that includes more than 80,000 foundations and corporate giving programs, and more than 500,000 previously awarded grants. The center also features a selection of directories and guides to proposal writing and grants research, along with other topics."
By Tony Dobrowolski, Berkshire Eagle Staff
Wednesday, August 31, 2005
PITTSFIELD — Nonprofit organizations and other individuals seeking information on grant funding will no longer have to leave Pittsfield or Berkshire County to find it.
City officials yesterday announced the formation of the Berkshire Funding Resource Center, a program housed at the Berkshire Athenaeum on Wendell Avenue, that will provide free direct online access to the Foundation Center, a subscription-only database that includes more than 80,000 foundations and corporate giving programs, and more than 500,000 previously awarded grants. The center also features a selection of directories and guides to proposal writing and grants research, along with other topics."
Nonprofit Online News: There Is No Such Thing As A Free Lunch
Nonprofit Online News: There Is No Such Thing As A Free Lunch: "here Is No Such Thing As A Free Lunch
By Putnam Barber, June 2005
One of the very early posts to the newly created newsgroup US-NONPROFIT at the start of the 1990s was the query 'Does anyone know how my nonprofit can get a free copy of the Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance?' In those far-away days, this guide to federal grant programs was only available as a printed volume. Now, of course, it is searchable online. Meanwhile, online discussion of nonprofit questions continues in both email and UseNet form.
Several posts followed the initial query. There were despairing comments about the price charged by the General Services Administration for the book, and suggestions, such as 'ask your Congresscritter', for ways it might be obtained for free. Then Don Homuth weighed in with a post titled 'TINSTAAFL.'"
By Putnam Barber, June 2005
One of the very early posts to the newly created newsgroup US-NONPROFIT at the start of the 1990s was the query 'Does anyone know how my nonprofit can get a free copy of the Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance?' In those far-away days, this guide to federal grant programs was only available as a printed volume. Now, of course, it is searchable online. Meanwhile, online discussion of nonprofit questions continues in both email and UseNet form.
Several posts followed the initial query. There were despairing comments about the price charged by the General Services Administration for the book, and suggestions, such as 'ask your Congresscritter', for ways it might be obtained for free. Then Don Homuth weighed in with a post titled 'TINSTAAFL.'"
A New AFP Blog on Hurricane Katrina Relief Efforts
We have established a new blog which will house material on Hurricane Katrina Relief Efforts
DailyProgress.com | Re: Women United in Philanthropy
DailyProgress.com | Poverty rate increases in Charlottesville:
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"Item: A group of Charlottesville-area women have banded together with a mission to do good and are likely to use the aforementioned demographic tidbits to determine which philanthropic acts to perform.
The group, Women United in Philanthropy, is believed to be the first of its kind in Central Virginia, The women got a snapshot of the changing face of Central Virginia on Tuesday at its second meeting since forming earlier this year."
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"Item: A group of Charlottesville-area women have banded together with a mission to do good and are likely to use the aforementioned demographic tidbits to determine which philanthropic acts to perform.
The group, Women United in Philanthropy, is believed to be the first of its kind in Central Virginia, The women got a snapshot of the changing face of Central Virginia on Tuesday at its second meeting since forming earlier this year."
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