Disaster? Who Cares?
Thought>Action>Impact
By Matthew Nelson
2/18/10
During the Council on Foundations’ Family Philanthropy Conference at the end of January in San Diego, we pulled together a concurrent session on disaster grantmaking in light of the earthquake in Haiti. There was a small but passionate group that attended. Read full text.
Ford Foundation launches $3.5 million fellowship program for [...]
Mon, February 22 2010 » Other » No Comments
Social Innovation Fund Issues Call for Grant Proposals
The Chronicle of Philanthropy
By Suzanne Perry
2/16/10
The Corporation for National and Community Service issued its final notice today on how it plans to spend the Social Innovation Fund, paving the way for organizations to prepare their grant applications. Read full text.
Haas gift helps UC Berkeley diversity
San Francisco Chronicle
By Bob [...]
Fri, February 19 2010 » Other » No Comments
Re-Imagining Corporate Philanthropy: What’s Your Take?
RE: Philanthropy
By Elizabeth Sullivan
2/17/10
Let’s be frank: It’s been a tough year for corporate philanthropy. Against the backdrop of a global recession complete with bailouts, recalls, and eroding public trust of anything big business, many companies have re-examined their philanthropic purpose, approach, and impact. The good news? Corporate commitment to social [...]
Thu, February 18 2010 » Other » No Comments
Why Capitol Hill Meetings are Important
New Voices of Philanthropy
By Trista Harris
2/16/10
Foundations on the Hill (FOTH) is an annual two-day legislative and public policy event in Washington, DC for foundation staff members and philanthropic leaders. We need Next Gen voices at this table! This year, FOTH will take place on Tuesday, March 16 and Wednesday, March [...]
Wed, February 17 2010 » Other » No Comments
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