‘Giving Circle’ Movement Puts New Face on Philanthropy
Dayton Daily News
By Meredith Moss
12/30/09
DAYTON – The giving circle – a local and national grass roots movement – has become a boon to community organizations struggling through difficult times and coping with the lost of corporate and foundation funding. Read full text.
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The Future of Philanthropy: A Perspective
Re: Philanthropy
By Nicole Robinson, director of Kraft Foods Foundation
12/29/09
I offer warm congratulations to the Council on Foundations on its 60th anniversary. I am truly inspired by the collective history, including the good will and benevolence of its member-foundations.
Acknowledging the historical impact of our sector, this is [...]
Tue, December 29 2009 » Other » No Comments
Nonprofits benefit from for-profit practices
Chicago Tribune
By Ann Meyer
12/28/09
Nationally, charitable contributions from foundations and individuals are down this year, according to The Bridgespan Group, a nonprofit research and consulting group. Eight out of 10 nonprofits reported funding cuts, up from 52 percent a year ago, according to Bridgespan’s fall survey. Nearly half reported dipping into [...]
Mon, December 28 2009 » Other » No Comments
Due to the holiday, we will not be updating Philanthropy in the News December 24 or 25. Please look for the next edition on December 28. Happy holidays from the Council on Foundations!
Engaging Your Board: Here’s How
RE: Philanthropy
By Susan Meier
12/23/09
During the governance workshop, I was struck by the number of attendees who were [...]
Wed, December 23 2009 » Other » No Comments
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