How Volunteering Has Impacted Me to the CORE
RE: Philanthropy
By Elizabeth Douglass
12/19/11
July was an incredibly busy month for me this year. Not only did I marry my best friend, I also started working as a volunteer teacher for Computer Community Outreach and Education (Computer CORE), a nonprofit based in Alexandria, Va. Computer CORE is a [...]
Tue, December 20 2011 » Other » No Comments
The Family Conference From Another Perspective
RE: Philanthropy
By Daniela Fainberg
12/16/11
The Council’s Family Philanthropy Conference is an opportunity for international philanthropists to meet and exchange experiences with peers from the U.S. and other countries. It is a place to learn with other participants representing other foundations and specialists in the field of philanthropy and family dynamics. It [...]
Mon, December 19 2011 » Other » No Comments
Moving From Overwhelmed to an Opportunity
RE: Philanthropy
By Nelli Garton
12/15/11
I know I am not alone in feeling overwhelmed by the state of the world and the incredible needs that philanthropy is trying to address. We can’t fulfill these on our own, so where do we start? Are we just providing short-term solutions when the whole system [...]
Fri, December 16 2011 » Other » No Comments
It’s About Family Giving, Not Just Family Foundations
RE: Philanthropy
By Robyn Schein
12/14/11
In February, the Council on Foundations will bring together families from all over the country (and world!) to learn about and discuss the current issues affecting families who give. The 2012 Family Philanthropy Conference is not just for family foundations-it’s for all families committed to [...]
Thu, December 15 2011 » Other » No Comments
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