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AFP Focus | New life at United Way : Augusta Free Press

2009-11-06T12:30:00.001-05:00

AFP Focus | New life at United Way : Augusta Free Press: "I believe that everybody ought to make it a point in their life at some point to be that person to make an impact in their community. I just happen to get to do it as my job,” said Marta Szuba, the new development director at the United Way of Greater Augusta.The UWGA team is a group of newbies, by and large. Program development manager

The NonProfit Times - All Sectors Are Needed To Civilize Society

2009-11-06T10:43:00.001-05:00

The NonProfit Times - The Leading Business Publication For Nonprofit Management: "During her keynote speech at the Independent Sector (IS) annual conference being held here, Diana Aviv, president and CEO of IS, said that “now is the time to re-examine our responsibilities, individually and collectively, as organizations keyed to improving the common good” and maximizing impact. “We are a people

Alumni Gifts Increase Despite Poor Economy | The Cornell Daily Sun

2009-11-06T10:00:00.001-05:00

Alumni Gifts Increase Despite Poor Economy | The Cornell Daily Sun: "Yet, despite the recession, Cornell received a record amount of donations in the 2008-2009 fiscal year, according to Tommy Bruce, vice president of communications. Cash gifts totaled $446.7 million, $319 million from alumni, outpacing Cornell’s nearest Ivy peer by $24 million, according to Bruce. Although donor psychology is

Nonprofits and foundations gather to assess hard times | StarTribune.com

2009-11-06T09:23:00.001-05:00

Nonprofits and foundations gather to assess hard times | StarTribune.com: "More than 1,700 leaders of Minnesota's nonprofit agencies and foundations are gathering in St. Paul to grapple with the challenges they face helping Minnesotans weather the economic downturn -- and other issues.'This is the biggest meeting of nonprofits in the country, by a factor of two,'' said Jon Pratt, executive

Nonprofit agencies gather to discuss best ways to serve - The Saratogian News: Serving the Saratoga Springs, N.Y. region (Saratogian.com)

2009-11-06T09:14:00.000-05:00

Nonprofit agencies gather to discuss best ways to serve - The Saratogian News: Serving the Saratoga Springs, N.Y. region (Saratogian.com): "SARATOGA SPRINGS — For the 18th year running, areanonprofits gathered Wednesday to network with each other and share information with the community at Interagency Awareness Day."

onPhilanthropy: Articles: Madoff, Clawbacks and Charities

2009-11-06T08:41:00.001-05:00

onPhilanthropy: Articles: Madoff, Clawbacks and Charities: "For those in the philanthropic world, seeing stories in the press about the bankruptcy trustee in the Madoff mess, Irving Picard, and his attempts to recover assets has to make us wonder what will be with charities potentially involved in clawback suits"

Golisano gives $4 million to university in Florida | Rochester Business Journal New York business news and information

2009-11-05T15:15:00.001-05:00

Golisano gives $4 million to university in Florida | Rochester Business Journal New York business news and information

The NonProfit Times - The Leading Business Publication For Nonprofit Management

2009-11-05T13:39:00.000-05:00

The NonProfit Times - The Leading Business Publication For Nonprofit Management: "The Government And Nonprofits, It’s ComplicatedBy Paul CloleryDETROIT – Independent Sector’s annual conference being held here is called “Challenging Times, New Opportunities.” But it might as well have been titled, “All Hands On Deck.”That was the phrase two White House officials used in separate addresses to the

Expenses come at cost for nonprofits - Business First of Buffalo:

2009-11-05T10:39:00.000-05:00

Expenses come at cost for nonprofits - Business First of Buffalo:: "The region’s largest nonprofits spent $1.6 billion delivering programs and services in Western New York during fiscal 2007, more than 85 percent of all income."

Are Nonprofits Flunking Email Marketing 101? - frogloop Home~Care2's blog for nonprofits - frogloop

2009-11-05T10:22:00.000-05:00

Are Nonprofits Flunking Email Marketing 101? - frogloop Home~Care2's blog for nonprofits - frogloop: "A new survey of 38 top nonprofits by Care2 reveals that many of these well known organizations are essentially flunking “Email Marketing 101.” Perhaps the most damning statistic is that, on average, nonprofits are taking eight whole days to email a response to someone who signs up for their

Clemson students to stay up, play games for charity : Local News : Anderson Independent-Mail

2009-11-05T10:12:00.001-05:00

Clemson students to stay up, play games for charity : Local News : Anderson Independent-Mail: "More than 600 Clemson University students will enjoy nonstop games and activities such as Nintendo Wii competitions, performances by local bands and a scavenger hunt at Up ’til Dawn on Nov. 12."

The Business of Giving | More on crowdsourcing: ideas for philanthropy and development | Seattle Times Newspaper

2009-11-05T10:09:00.000-05:00

The Business of Giving | More on crowdsourcing: ideas for philanthropy and development | Seattle Times Newspaper: "he interesting marriage between online communities and the social sector has produced two more offspring:One is a project by Global Washington called Blueprint for Action, which asks the public to help set priorities for development by posting their ideas and solutions. Readers can

Research Reveals Growth in Giving Before Recession

2009-11-05T10:07:00.001-05:00

Untitled Document: " MINNEAPOLIS, Minn., Nov. 4 (AScribe Newswire) -- The Minnesota Council on Foundations (MCF) today released its Giving in Minnesota, 2009 Edition research report, the most comprehensive analysis of charitable giving in the state. In examining foundations and corporate giving programs with fiscal years ending between June 1, 2007, and May 31, 2008 - the most recent time

PFD donations boost Alaska nonprofits - Juneau Empire

2009-11-05T09:41:00.000-05:00

PFD donations boost Alaska nonprofits - Juneau Empire: "ANCHORAGE - More than 300 charities around Alaska are receiving a total of $550,000 that was pledged by state residents from their Permanent Fund dividend payments.The Anchorage Daily News reports this was the first year of the campaign called 'Pick. Click. Give.'"

FRONTLINE/WORLD . Dispatches . iWitness . Peru: Kiva's Web-based Microfinance Growing Up | PBS

2009-11-05T09:32:00.000-05:00

FRONTLINE/WORLD . Dispatches . iWitness . Peru: Kiva's Web-based Microfinance Growing Up | PBS: "Still, Ayacucho is hard to get to and dirt poor. Over webcam, Marinkovich told us that local artisans struggle to sell their wares, making only about $2 a day. Hardly enough, she says, to support the average family of five. Now, many of these artists are getting together and using the Internet to

NH Food Bank seeks donations of venison - EagleTribune.com, North Andover, MA

2009-11-04T12:46:00.001-05:00

NH Food Bank seeks donations of venison - EagleTribune.com, North Andover, MA: "CONCORD — New Hampshire hunters can share their fall harvest with the needy through the 'Hunt for the Hungry' program at the New Hampshire Food Bank. The food bank is collecting donations of whole or processed game animals for distribution to more than 350 food pantries, soup kitchens, homeless shelters and group

Charity galas in full-swing this fall season -

2009-11-04T12:43:00.001-05:00

Charity galas in full-swing this fall season -: "Despite the recent downturn in the economy, Fall Fête 'exceeded expectations this year' says Guiter. With a sold-out crowd of 930, this 'D.C. tradition' raised $89,000 in profits thanks, in large part, to ticket sales. This year's profits from the gala event will benefit the Corcoran's ArtReach program, which has provided art education to D.C.

Hong Kong Jockey Club riding high

2009-11-04T12:37:00.000-05:00

Hong Kong Jockey Club riding high: "The Hong Kong Jockey Club (HKJC) doesn't just horse around. It plays an enormous role in Hong Kong's economy and is much more than a non-for-profit racing organization. The club, though not immune to the economic crisis, has fared well during the economic meltdown, a senior executive said in an interview with the Global Times."

Federal charity drive reaches out to young donors (11/3/09) -- GovExec.com

2009-11-04T12:35:00.002-05:00

Federal charity drive reaches out to young donors (11/3/09) -- GovExec.com: "Online giving is also a potential recruiting tool to attract younger donors, a target group for the campaign. 'Most of our givers are the older generation of employees who are familiar with the CFC and have been giving to the CFC for many years,' says Lambert. 'Therefore, we do try to target the younger employees because

Foundations facing economic challenges - Business First of Buffalo:

2009-11-04T12:13:00.000-05:00

Foundations facing economic challenges - Business First of Buffalo:: "Those revenues make up the biggest chunk of the $1.92 billion total revenues at the 2009 Million Dollar Nonprofits, an annual research project by Business First that this year includes the 233 largest nonprofit entities in the eight-county region. Each had revenues of at least $1 million in fiscal 2007."

O’Quinn to Leave Bulk of Estate With Charities - Law Blog - WSJ

2009-11-04T12:01:00.000-05:00

O’Quinn to Leave Bulk of Estate With Charities - Law Blog - WSJ: "According to this story in the Houston Chronicle, a will crafted in 2008 and filed for probate Friday, leaves the bulk of his estate — which would likely include homes, jewelry, art, securities and more — to the John M. O’Quinn Foundation, a charity that’s been a vehicle for his philanthropy since 1986."

Jewish Women in Philanthropy: A Conversation with Susan Stern | eJewish Philanthropy: The Jewish Philanthropy Blog

2009-11-04T11:49:00.000-05:00

Jewish Women in Philanthropy: A Conversation with Susan Stern | eJewish Philanthropy: The Jewish Philanthropy Blog: "Much of the most recent data tracking various “groups” of donors centers directly on women. In our professional dealings with donors and nonprofits, we know that some women donors might be more likely to fund programs designated specifically for the benefit of women. This pattern

International Students Learn from Local Nonprofit

2009-11-04T11:46:00.000-05:00

International Students Learn from Local Nonprofit: "Sitati is one of several international students enrolled in Valpo’s “Nonprofit Organizations” course this fall. He and other students are learning how people with physical and mental challenges can help businesses improve their operations, and how work experiences can help those individuals develop as productive members of society."

Omaha.com - The Omaha World-Herald: Arts - Ethnic museums keep faith

2009-11-04T11:41:00.000-05:00

Omaha.com - The Omaha World-Herald: Arts - Ethnic museums keep faith: "Omaha's two ethnic museums have much in common. Both are hosting important touring shows. And like many other local arts organizations, both are struggling to raise money in a down economy.“We're having a hard time,” said Murray. “Yeah, we're worried. And we're constantly applying for new grants.”"

County museum gala a record setter - OregonLive.com

2009-11-04T10:40:00.001-05:00

County museum gala a record setter - OregonLive.com: "This year's Washington County Museum gala, entitled 'A Swank Affair: Lights, Camera, Action!' was anything but an annual routine. With many nonprofits reporting net losses, the museum's gala committee pulled out all the stops - upping procurement efforts and recruiting OSU Coach Craig Robinson as master of ceremonies for the event, which was