December 30, 2009

‘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.

Whole Foods Market Starts Off the New Year With Charitable Giving

TheDailyTell.com

By Kate Griwert
12/30/09
New Year’s resolutions often revolve around trimming waistlines – a goal
the Whole Foods Market, with their organic food options, could likely help Americans reach. But the food retailer has set its own resolution to help nonprofit food organizations, and this is a goal Facebook users can help it reach.
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Due to the holiday, we will not be updating Philanthropy in the News December 31 or January 1. Please look for the next edition on January 4. Happy New Year from the Council on Foundations!

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