Income up £800,000. Tax up £30,000. How does he do it? - Britain - Times Online

Income up £800,000. Tax up £30,000. How does he do it? - Britain - Times Online: "One figure in the Prince’s favour is his charitable activities. Last year, directly or indirectly, he raised £110 million for his principal charities centred on The Prince’s Trust, now the largest organisation of its kind in the world, which has helped more than half a million young people since its creation 30 years ago.

Even beyond the charities the Prince of Wales is a leading brand. He now employs 105 staff on his official business, and a further 21 for the domestic comfort of himself and his wife and sons, including gardeners, secretaries, grooms, valets and a chef."

Tags: MegaGivers, NPFundraising

World Volunteer Web: World Volunteer Web wins Web4Dev Award in design and development

World Volunteer Web: World Volunteer Web wins Web4Dev Award in design and development: "World Volunteer Web wins Web4Dev Award in design and development
23 June 2006

We are proud to announce that the World Volunteer Web has won this year’s Web4Dev Award for excellence in website design and development. The Web4Dev Award for 2006 is sponsored by the World Bank and was presented on 21 June at a ceremony in Washington D.C.

The objective of the Award is to recognize excellence in Web design and to share lessons learned among the development community on how to best use the Web as a tool to support development activities. The selection criteria were: content, visual design, interactivity, site layout and navigation, and compatibility of technology and accessibility.

Web4Dev, short for Web for Development, is a network of 88 UN, private and non-governmental organizations making use of the Web for development-related work. At the last Web4Dev conference in May 2005, the World Bank offered to sponsor the 2006 Web4Dev Award to recognize examples of exemplary work within the Web4Dev community. Some 26 organizations of the Web4Dev community participated in the competition, from which a panel of seven judges selected three winners and two honourable mentions.

The other two winners are the websites of ReliefWeb and the International Atomic Energy Agency. The World Health Organization and the ADB Institute websites received honourable mentions."

China suspicious of nonprofit organizations / It fears that money from West may be backing democracy

China suspicious of nonprofit organizations / It fears that money from West may be backing democracy: "China suspicious of nonprofit organizations
It fears that money from West may be backing democracy

Jehangir S. Pocha, Chronicle Foreign Service

Sunday, June 25, 2006


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(06-25) 04:00 PDT Beijing -- In the United States it might seem odd for the government to crack down on Habitat for Humanity or Goodwill, yet here authorities have been conducting intrusive audits of China's fledgling nongovernmental organizations.

NGOs -- mostly nonprofit organizations involved in a wide range of social, medical and environmental work -- have only recently been allowed to operate in China, and some have been focusing attention on the country's human rights and environmental policies.

Critics say the audits are meant to intimidate and disrupt the groups, particularly those receiving money and support from foreign sources."

Tags: NGO audits, NPFundraising

Feature Article of Saturday, 24 June 2006-Remittances Policy That Works: The Case Of Ghana.

Feature Article of Saturday, 24 June 2006: "Remittances Policy That Works: The Case Of Ghana.
There is a growing interest in the role of remittances in the Ghanaian economy. This interest has been heightened by the recent increase in the flow of remittances to Ghana. Remittances to Ghana amounted to over $4.5 billion in 2005, making it the largest foreign exchange earner. About 30 percent of this amount ($1.5 billion) came from individuals while the remaining amount came from religious and Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs.) "

In your face in the name of charity - National - theage.com.au

In your face in the name of charity - National - theage.com.au: "WITH their matching bright blue jackets, white baseball caps and beaming smiles it's difficult to miss them but for some in Bourke Street's lunch-break crowd they seem to be invisible.

The team of three 'chuggers' (charity muggers) are working their patch armed with customary clipboards and breezy sales pitch but they may as well be brandishing machine guns as shoppers scurry past like mice evading a hungry cat — the trick is not to make eye contact."

Tags: Street Fundraising, Chuggers, NPFundraising

Cause to be concerned about fate of donations - National - theage.com.au

Cause to be concerned about fate of donations - National - theage.com.au: "Cause to be concerned about fate of donations

Peter Weekes
June 25, 2006
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Australians give $11 billion a year but there is no watchdog to ensure that money goes where it is intended. Peter Weekes reports the State Government wants radical reform.
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THE Victorian Government will push for a radical overhaul of the nation's multibillion-dollar charity sector that has been described as 'archaic' and 'chaotic'.

Growing concern about the transparency of charities comes as Australians give more than ever — a staggering $11 billion in 2004, a jump of 58 per cent in real terms over the previous seven years, according to a landmark report, Giving Australia."

Private schools fear campaign threat to their charity status - Britain - Times Online

Private schools fear campaign threat to their charity status - Britain - Times Online: "Private schools fear campaign threat to their charity status
By Alexandra Frean, Social Affairs Correspondent
THE charitable status of private schools and hospitals will be challenged by a powerful campaign led by MPs, charities and lawyers, and backed by the Charity Commission, when the Charities Bill returns to Parliament next week.

The Bill replaces the 400-year-old common law definition of charity and removes the presumption of charitable status from independent schools. Instead, it requires all charities that charge high fees to demonstrate that they are of “public benefit” if they are to retain tax breaks worth a total of £88 million a year."

Scoop: Giving is not just for the wealthy

Scoop: Giving is not just for the wealthy: "Giving is not just for the wealthy

American billionaire Warren Buffett’s $NZ61.6 billion donation to the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation is testament to the absolute value of philanthropy.

“This level of donation is far beyond New Zealand giving practices but it does reinforce the idea that gifting to our community can and does make a difference to people’s lives,” says Philanthropy New Zealand Executive Director Robyn Scott.

“Warren Buffett’s generosity is truly awe inspiring and his donation will go a long way to addressing some of the world’s inequities, but you do not have to be a billionaire and give away billions to make valuable philanthropic contributions,” she says.

Philanthropy New Zealand members collectively give away in excess of $260 million annually. “Some of our members are large foundations, others are individuals or families, and they all give to numerous organisations in a variety of ways."

Volunteer screening increases costs for charities

Volunteer screening increases costs for charities: "Volunteer screening increases costs for charities

Edmonton Journal
Published: Friday, June 23, 2006

Alberta’s voluntary sector is facing escalating costs due to growing demands for volunteer screening, according to a survey commissioned by Volunteer Alberta.

This demand for improved voluntary sector risk management is increasing the use of police information checks and is becoming standard operating policy for many organizations.

The concern over protecting clients, the possibility of increasing liability claims and the need for stricter due diligence requirements from insurers has put more demand for appropriate volunteer screening process upon the Alberta’s voluntary sector."

Monk's amulet honours HM

Monk's amulet honours HM: "Monk's amulet honours HM

Renowned Buddhist monk Luang Phor Khoon will produce his final amulet model to mark His Majesty the King's 80th birthday, a close aide said yesterday.

The monk will also present Bt100 million to the King and Queen and other members of the Royal family when they preside over a ceremony to launch the amulet next year, said Pairote Suwannachawee, a former MP.

Luang Phor Khoon is now in Malaysia meeting Buddhists from Malaysia, Singapore, Hong Kong and Thailand. He will give Bt40 million, donated by his followers since he arrived last week, to charity.

Pairote said Luang Phor Khoon would not give permission for production of amulets to anyone. 'His reverence will not attend any religious ceremonies to bless amulets produced on behalf of any individual or organisation,' he added."

Tags: Religous fundraising, NPFundraising

Philippines News - Manila Standard Today - Social responsibility is everybody’s business - june24_2006

Philippines News - Manila Standard Today - Social responsibility is everybody’s business - june24_2006: "ocial responsibility is everybody’s business

By Diana Uy
Businessmen are supposed to be tough creatures who are mostly concerned about profits, stock market, interest rates, foreign exchange rates, and anything else related to raising their or the company’s net worth.

So, when they venture beyond their familiar turf and delve into the country’s social problems, one can’t help but wonder.

The members of the League of Corporate Foundations apparently is not one of those businessmen and rather seems to care more on creating a more sustainable environment for our countrymen and thus, contribute in nation building.

“We can’t just do business alone,” says Marilou Erni, executive director Petron Foundation and LCF advisory council member, “There has got to be a balance of economics, social, and environment factors… It’s really going beyond the business…”

More than extending philanthropic acts, or dole-outs (as the more affluent in the society are wont to do), LCF is providing a rather businesslike approach to social problems—meaning more concrete solutions that would result to long term success."

eGov monitor |-New measures to strengthen third sector's role in local service delivery

eGov monitor |: "New measures to strengthen third sector's role in local service delivery
Source: Department for Communities and Local Government
Published Friday, 23 June, 2006 - 08:49
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The role of the third sector in local service delivery was enhanced today as Local Government Minister Phil Woolas outlined measures to strengthen the sector's relationship with local government, and explore new and growth areas for the sector."

Tags: NPFundraising

Mbe Honour For Charity Fundraiser (from This Is Wiltshire)

Mbe Honour For Charity Fundraiser (from This Is Wiltshire): "MBE honour for charity fundraiser
An MBE for Lulie Webb
# An MBE for Lulie Webb

A GRANDMOTHER who has raised hundreds of thousands of pounds for charity over the past 30 years has been awarded an MBE.

Lulie Webb, 81, of Hartham, near Chippenham, said she was amazed to receive the honour and added it was as much for her family and friends as for her. Over the years Mrs Webb has helped more than 30 charities by organising different events like balls, dinners, lunches, car boot sales and art exhibitions.

Some of the charities that have benefited from her work include Cancer Research UK, meningitis charities, Dorothy House, Wiltshire Air Ambulance, the Eve Appeal, breast cancer charities and Youth Action Wiltshire."

New fundraising standards released for consultation

content: "New fundraising standards released for consultation

20/06/06

The Fundraising Standards Board, officially launched last month to promote self regulation of charity fundraising, is consulting on a new donor charter."

People's Daily Online -- New elite of super-rich emerge in developing nations

People's Daily Online -- New elite of super-rich emerge in developing nations: "Developing countries are experiencing a rapid emergence of a new elite of super-rich individuals as their economies expand and mature.

A report published on Tuesday shows that the number of 'high net-worth individuals' (HNWI) increased by 21 per cent in South Korea, 19 per cent in India and 17 per cent in Russia over the past year.

These dramatic increases in individual wealth were largely as a result of booming stock markets the Dow Jones South Korea Index gained 55 per cent in 2005, for example."

www.publicfinance.co.uk - Features - Profile – Geraldine Peacock – A leading role

www.publicfinance.co.uk - Features - Profile – Geraldine Peacock – A leading role: "Features

Profile – Geraldine Peacock – A leading role

The chair of the Charity Commission turned down Rada for a career in social policy. But the theatre’s loss has been the voluntary sector’s gain, writes Vivienne Russell

Geraldine Peacock admits to being something of a thwarted actress. Indeed, her career would have gone in a very different direction had she taken up the place she won at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art rather than opting for a career in social policy that has led her all the way to the chair of the Charity Commission."

BBC NEWS | UK | Lottery to offer charity choices

BBC NEWS | UK | Lottery to offer charity choices: "ottery to offer charity choices
pile of pound coins
In the past some causes funded by the lottery have attracted criticism
Plans to enable National Lottery players to choose causes that benefit from their money have been unveiled by Culture Secretary Tessa Jowell.

Ms Jowell announced two pilot schemes, in different parts of the UK, which will make up to £50,000 available to the most popular local charities.

It is understood that people in these areas can tick a box to register support for their favourite causes.

Lottery chiefs have been accused in the past of funding undeserving projects."

SocietyGuardian.co.uk | Society | Rights thinking

SocietyGuardian.co.uk | Society | Rights thinking: "Ken Burnett describes an approach to charity that shows recipients they are entitled to a better future

Tuesday June 20, 2006

Living free from hunger and poverty is not just a need but also a right: discuss. This would be a good exam question not only for students of international development but also for anyone working to making poverty history. The rights-based approach to eradicating poverty is contentious but, after decades of, at best, partial success using other methods, many aid agencies are moving towards it."

Channelnewsasia.com-Celebrate Youth Day by Running for Charity

Channelnewsasia.com: "Celebrate Youth Day by Running for Charity
By Amanda Mun, Channel NewsAsia



SINGAPORE: Youth Day is coming and the MILK Run will begin.

This is the annual race for charity to help raise funds to fight delinquency among children and youth from low income families.

For the first time ever, MILK Run 2006 will kick start the celebrations beginning with a youth parade.

Also new is the month-long celebration of youth organised by SHINE.

Organised by MILK (Mainly I Love Kids) and Beyond Social Services(Beyond), MILK Run is targeting to raise one million dollars. "

Tags: NPFundraising

Chiefs are not charity cases - Jobs - Times Online

Chiefs are not charity cases - Jobs - Times Online: "Chiefs are not charity cases
PAYING chief executives high salaries is a waste of money; bring on the celebrities. Don’t argue, the public have spoken.

According to a poll by nfpSynergy, a think-tank, more than 80 per cent of people think paying charity chief executives £60,000 a year is excessive. Instead, survey respondents, on average, settled on £46,000 as an acceptable reward for running a charity with an income of between £10 million and £25 million.

In fact, says Third Sector (June 14), chief executives running charities of that size earn an average of £71,000. A few respondents would be less than happy with that figure — 14 per cent of people think £20,000 is more than enough."

Tags: NPCeocompensation

1june2006 - Professional Fundraising-Giving Forum calls for government to underwrite tests of original ideas

1june2006 - Professional Fundraising: "Giving Forum calls for government to underwrite tests of original ideas

The Giving Forum is pushing for the introduction of a new scheme that would see the government underwriting the testing of new fundraising techniques.

The Challenge Fund, as it has been dubbed, would allow charities to test out new ideas without putting donations at risk. the Forum first suggested the idea to the government a few months ago, and now a meeting is to be set up with Ed Miliband, minister for the third sector, to discuss whether the proposal can be taken any further forward.

Lord Richard Best, director of the Joseph Rowntree Foundation and chair of the Giving Forum, said: “We floated the idea with the Home Office about five months ago. They’ve been making favourable noises but have also come up with their own variant on the theme so we could find that although the idea may come to some fruition it may be done without involvement from the Giving Forum.”"

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Green grow the NGOs—Oh! says close-to-government group | China Development Brief

Green grow the NGOs—Oh! says close-to-government group | China Development Brief: "Green grow the NGOs—Oh! says close-to-government group
Mon, 2006-06-19 14:34
Civil Society | Environment

China’s environmental NGOs are an “indispensable force” that is likely to grow by 10-15% annually (in terms of both the number of organisations and the number of staff working for them), with steadily greater collaboration and multi-sectoral working approaches, according to a report released by the All-China Environmental Federation (ACEF)."

Channelnewsasia.com- Companies giving workers time off for volunteer work

Channelnewsasia.com: "SINGAPORE : Most Singaporeans would look forward to taking leave from work and going on a holiday, but a growing number are taking leave to do volunteer work, with the blessing of their employers.

CapitaLand is the first company to have signed on to Comcare Connections, an initiative by the Community Development, Youth and Sports Ministry to get companies involved in social projects.

Soon after graduation, 24-year-old Mindy Teo found a job at CapitaLand, and it was there that she got into the spirit of volunteerism, with some encouragement from the company.
"

Tags: Corporate Philanthropy

Congress workers turn philanthropists on Rahul's birthday

Congress workers turn philanthropists on Rahul's birthday: "ongress MP Rahul Gandhi celebrated a quiet 37th birthday Monday, and it was an occasion for several party workers across the country to indulge in some philanthropy following strict instructions that there should be no wasteful expenditure. "

The St. Petersburg Times - News - Conference to Highlight Role of Charity in Russia

The St. Petersburg Times - News - Conference to Highlight Role of Charity in Russia: "Conference to Highlight Role of Charity in Russia

By Gregory Sandstrom

Special to St. Petersburg Times

A “revival of the spirit of charity in Russia” is the focus of an international conference running Friday through Sunday, organized by the St. Petersburg School of Religion and Philosophy.

The conference entitled “Charity in Russia: Concepts and Experiences of Charity Investment and Sponsorship” will be held at and sponsored by the Hotel Angleterre."

eGov monitor |-Next Chair of the Charity Commission announced

eGov monitor |: "Next Chair of the Charity Commission announced
Source: Cabinet Office
Published Friday, 16 June, 2006 - 05:59

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Ed Miliband, Minister for the Third Sector at the Cabinet Office, today announced the appointment of Dame Suzi Leather DBE as the next Chair of the Charity Commission.

Suzi Leather takes over her new role from Geraldine Peacock CBE on 1 August 2006. She will step down as chair of the Human Fertilisation and Embryology Authority (HFEA), a role she has occupied since 2002."

Charities Aid Foundation - Find a charity

Charities Aid Foundation - Find a charity: "Find a charity - advanced options
To find a charity, enter your criteria

Foreign-funded nonprofits under investigation in China - The Boston Globe

Foreign-funded nonprofits under investigation in China - The Boston Globe: "Foreign-funded nonprofits under investigation in China
Agencies probe groups' finances, political links

By Jehangir S. Pocha, Globe Correspondent | June 15, 2006

BEIJING -- The Chinese government has launched intensive financial and security probes of many foreign-funded nonprofit groups, according to the organizations."

Channelnewsasia.com-"Singapore Red Cross celebrates World Blood Donor Day

Channelnewsasia.com: "Singapore Red Cross celebrates World Blood Donor Day
By Nur Azira Aziz, Channel NewsAsia



SINGAPORE : 'Building Lives, Connecting Communities' is the theme of this year's World Blood Donor Day.

Some 2,000 participants were at East Coast Park on Wednesday building sandcastles.

Organisers say this symbolises the hope and new lease of life for those who need blood to stay alive. "

allAfrica.com: Nigeria: How Strategic Philanthropy (Page 1 of 3)

allAfrica.com: Nigeria: How Strategic Philanthropy (Page 1 of 3):


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"This true-life testimonial was given last week at the two-day Leadership Forum on strategic philanthropy organised by the Institute for Research on Africa (IRA) in Abuja. The theme of the forum was 'Harnessing Indigenous Traditions of Giving: Conceptualisations of the Good Life, Good Person, Good System & Good Society'. Eminent persons from within and without the country including Dr. Fazle Hassan Abed, the globally acclaimed philanthropist who built the Bangladeshi Rural Advancement Committee (BRAC) from a kitchen operation to become the largest NGO in the world, addressed the forum."

Mortgage Solutions - Principia aims to raise profile with charity partnership

Mortgage Solutions - Principia aims to raise profile with charity partnership: "Principia aims to raise profile with charity partnership

By Anne Petrie

London-based mortgage consultancy Principia Mortgages has announced a partnership with HIV and AIDS charity Crusaid, in a move intended to increase the profile of both organisations.

Principia will donate 10% of new business generated through the marketing of the partnership to the charity, and has set itself a target of around £12,000 a year.

In return, Principia will appear on the marketing material Crusaid, which not only supports people in the UK with HIV and AIDS, but is also developing treatment centres in Africa."

UK Fundraising | News | Acevo becomes registered charity

UK Fundraising | News | Acevo becomes registered charity: "Acevo becomes registered charity
by Howard Lake
12 Jun 2006

The Charity Commission has registered the Association of Chief Executives of Voluntary Organisations (acevo) as a charity with the objective of working to promote the third sector for the benefit of the public.

Acevo was established in 1987, acevo provides advice and training to improve efficiency and effectiveness, and works with a range of third sector organisations."

THISDAY ONLINE-How Strategic Philanthropy

THISDAY ONLINE: "How Strategic Philanthropy
06.11.2006



Nigerians are reputed to be generous when it comes to giving. However, the missing link is the difficulty in building on the indigenous equity for giving in the African context. How can the environment be made conducive for both grant-seekers and grant-providers to ameliorate some of the inefficiencies of the system? At a forum, which held in Abuja last week, participants explored ways of institutionalising philanthropy in Nigeria. Godwin Haruna covered the deliberations"

SocietyGuardian.co.uk | Voluntary sector | On reflection

SocietyGuardian.co.uk | Voluntary sector | On reflection: "n reflection

Squeegees mop up charity profit

Patrick Collinson
Saturday June 10, 2006
The Guardian

I spent rather too much time this week avoiding friendly, smiling young adults all wanting to talk to me. Unfortunately, they all wanted to talk to me about direct debits. I thought the curse of the 'chuggers' was mostly over. But oh no. Tuesday night the door bell rang, and the rep from the British Heart Foundation started his spiel. Wednesday, reps from Age Concern were everywhere. I dodged the first, only to be assailed by a second. At the station they jumped out again, pleading with me to 'just talk' to them."

BCCH Miracle Weekend - BCCHF

BCCH Miracle Weekend - BCCHF: "BC Children’s Hospital Miracle Weekend 2006



A new North American Record: $13,086,895 Raised!

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Charity Village®NewsWeek: Cover Story-"Highlights from the Canadian Survey of Giving, Volunteering and Participating

Charity Village®NewsWeek: Cover Story: "Highlights from the Canadian Survey of Giving, Volunteering and Participating
Elisa BirnbaumJune 12, 2006
By Elisa Birnbaum

Did you ever wonder how generous a nation we are? Are you curious about how much money, time and resources you and your fellow neighbours give to those who need it most? Well, you can stop guessing. Statistics Canada just revealed the results of a survey conducted in 2004, providing a comprehensive overview of how Canadians support their communities. And according to the Canada Survey of Giving, Volunteering and Participating (CSGVP), there's some good news - and some not so good news."

Tags: International Giving Trends

Charities Aid Foundation - News centre

Charities Aid Foundation - News centre
Charities told: "Work together"

Charities could work together more to increase their productivity and effectiveness, according to new government guidance released today.

The Charity Commission has published guidance on collaborative working within the sector to advise charities who could combine their efforts to achieve greater results in their activities.

Tags: NPCollaboration

Disaster management training programme for NGOs : HindustanTimes.com

Disaster management training programme for NGOs : HindustanTimes.com: "Disaster management training programme for NGOs
HT Correspondent
Bhopal, June 8, 2006




NON-GOVERNMENT ORGANISATIONS can play an important role in the aftermath of disasters to deliver emergency health care and provide long-term medical support. To equip the NGOs in a better way towards this, Disaster Management Institute has organised a two-day training programme on chemical accidents and industrial disaster management."

allAfrica.com: Kenya: NGO Board Needs to Get the Basics Right

allAfrica.com: Kenya: NGO Board Needs to Get the Basics Right: "Kenya: NGO Board Needs to Get the Basics Right

The East African Standard
The East African Standard (Nairobi)

EDITORIAL
June 5, 2006
Posted to the web June 5, 2006

Nairobi

The Non-Governmental Organisations Coordination Board is at it again, and this time it is not about unregistered NGOs, but donor funding. The board claims that donors are abetting the existence of 'briefcase' civic organisations by funding them without consulting it. It argues most donors do not seek or provide information on the legal existence of organisations they fund."

Environment Canada: Generous Donation to Canadians-Milestone-Ecogift Protects Rare Alvar Habitat Forever

Environment Canada: Generous Donation to Canadians-Milestone-Ecogift Protects Rare Alvar Habitat Forever: "In recognition of these generous donations of land by Canadians, the Government of Canada announced in Budget 2006 that Ecological Gifts made after May 2, 2006 will be exempt from the capital gains inclusion for income tax purposes.

An ecological gift is a donation of land or an interest in land - such as a conservation easement, covenant or servitude - that has been certified as 'ecologically sensitive' according to specific national and provincial criteria, to an approved environmental charity or any level of government. Ecologically sensitive lands are areas or sites that currently, or could in the future, significantly contribute to the conservation of Canada's biodiversity and environmental heritage. In exchange for their gift, donors of certified ecologically sensitive lands enjoy special income tax provisions specific to their gift. Ecological gifts receive tax treatment that is different from most other charitable gifts. Some benefits that they may receive are reduced taxable capital gain on the disposition of the property; no income limit for calculating the tax credit/deduction; donation value certified by the Government of Canada; and a tax liability for donees that do not protect the gifted land.
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The New Global Arabism

The New Global Arabism:
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"Beirut, too, is a strikingly forward example of where globalization is carrying the world. As state institutions lose leverage around the world, in Lebanon they have been essentially absent for decades. As a result, it is political philanthropy -- such as that of former prime minister Rafiq Hariri, a political Donald Trump until his assassination last year -- which dictates status and influence."

edmontonsun.com - Alberta - Good neighbours, good volunteers!

edmontonsun.com - Alberta - Good neighbours, good volunteers!: "Hey, we give -- we're just shy about it.

New national volunteerism statistics are giving the sector's Alberta supporters optimism they can reverse a trend away from long-term charitable giving.

The Canada Study on Giving, Volunteering and Participating indicates more than 80% of Albertans volunteer on a community level without reporting it."

Channelnewsasia.com

Channelnewsasia.com: "Community Chest's charity drive to raise $47m for 154 programmes
By Julia Ng, Channel NewsAsia



The Community Chest aims to raise $47 million this year to help pay for 154 programmes.

Helping children to succeed will be the focus of the charity drive.

About 48 percent of the sum it hopes to raise will go towards funding 45 programmes to nurture children.

Needy families, the disabled and the elderly will also continue to get help. "

SocietyGuardian.co.uk | Voluntary sector | Online lottery company faces ruin as punters decide they don't like Mondays

SocietyGuardian.co.uk | Voluntary sector | Online lottery company faces ruin as punters decide they don't like Mondays: "Online lottery company faces ruin as punters decide they don't like Mondays

· Charity pitch falls flat just four weeks after launch
· Urgent search for extra funding to keep firm afloat

Simon Bowers
Tuesday June 6, 2006
The Guardian

It started out as a small but brazen challenger to the national lottery, hoping to capitalise on a stream of damaging stories that have caricatured many of the good causes benefiting from lottery cash as unworthy or ridiculous.

But last night, Tim Holley, chairman of the company behind Monday, the world's first online-only lottery, was believed to be close to resigning as the company found itself on the brink of financial ruin after just four weeks in operation. Mr Holley and two fellow directors have also received payouts worth more than the £520,000 donated to the 20 charities linked to Monday."

Pull weight on charity salaries: NSW | | The Australian

Pull weight on charity salaries: NSW | | The Australian: "Pull weight on charity salaries: NSW
June 07, 2006
CHARITIES and welfare groups will have to slash services for the elderly and disabled unless the commonwealth increases funding for staff salaries, the NSW Government said.

NSW Ageing and Disability Services Minister John Della Bosca said yesterday's state budget included $21 million to cover wage increases in non-government organisations."

NGOs lead by example: World’s international NGOs endorse accountability charter - news.amnesty - Amnesty International

NGOs lead by example: World’s international NGOs endorse accountability charter - news.amnesty - Amnesty International: "NGOs lead by example: World’s international NGOs endorse accountability charter

06/06/2006

ActionAid International
Amnesty International
CIVICUS World Alliance for Citizen Participation
Consumers International
Greenpeace International
Oxfam International
International Save the Children Alliance
Survival International
International Federation Terre des Hommes
Transparency International
World YWCA

(London) The heads of 11 of the world’s leading human rights, environmental and social development international organisations have today publicly endorsed the first global accountability charter for the non-profit sector.

International NGOs play an increasingly influential role. Global public opinion surveys show higher trust in NGOs than in government and business. In addition to an internal desire to be transparent and accountable, the Accountability Charter also seeks to demonstrate that NGOs deeply value public trust, do not take it for granted and are committed to sustaining and deepening that trust. This initiative comes at a time when the non-profit sector is coming under closer scrutiny, both from those who want it to flourish and those who seek to curtail NGO activities."

Ethical Corporation: Asia Pacific - Corporate responsibility in India: Flying the flag the Tata way

Ethical Corporation: Asia Pacific - Corporate responsibility in India: Flying the flag the Tata way: "Corporate responsibility in India: Flying the flag the Tata way
Poulomi Mrinal Saha, Assistant Editor
6 Jun 06

Ethical policies being rolled out
Ethical policies being rolled out
» SRI in emerging markets: India (S)

Those searching for national champions of corporate responsibility in Asia need look no further than the 138-year-old behemoth Tata Group
An Indian marketing consultant has been recently honoured with a patent for his eco-friendly packaging for steel. Himanshu Sheth has developed Coir Atlas, a product that aims to replace timber packaging with a mix of bamboo and jute. He was encouraged to create this biodegradable alternative not by an engineering or design academy, but by a company – Tata Steel.

Innovating while protecting the environment is one of the commitments the Tata Group, one of India’s biggest business conglomerates of which Tata Steel is a subsidiary, has made towards what it calls “nation-building”, which it sees as part of its responsibility towards wider society.
The group, which has 93 companies in seven sectors including chemicals, energy, consumer products and technology, is one of India’s oldest businesses and has a well-established tradition of giving back to society. "

Egypt Tells US NGO to Halt Its Activities

Egypt Tells US NGO to Halt Its Activities: "Egypt Tells US NGO to Halt Its Activities
Agence France Presse


CAIRO, 6 June 2006 — Egypt has asked an American NGO, which promotes democracy to suspend its activities in the country due to interference in Cairo’s internal affairs, the Foreign Ministry said yesterday. A ministry spokesman said that Egypt has called on the International Republican Institute to halt operations in Egypt until it has received the necessary permits."

Ford Foundation Gives $30M to TrustAfrica

Ford Foundation Gives $30M to TrustAfrica: "he Ford Foundation on Tuesday launched an independent, African-led nonprofit that aims to give Africans greater opportunity to solve the continent's problems themselves.

The Ford Foundation committed $30 million to fund TrustAfrica, which has been developed over the past five years and will now be based in Senegal's capital of Dakar and governed solely by Africans"

Irish Examiner> Breaking News> 40,000 to turn out for charity run

Irish Examiner> Breaking News> Sport: "40,000 to turn out for charity run

Up to 40,000 women will join forces on the streets of Dublin today to raise millions of euro for charity.

The Women’s Mini Marathon – the biggest all women’s event of its kind in the world – begins at 3pm with runners, joggers and walkers completing the 10km course through the south of the city."

globeandmail.com : Charity ride raises record $2-million

globeandmail.com : Charity ride raises record $2-million: "Charity ride raises record $2-million

JEFF GRAY

More than 13,000 cyclists and in-line skaters took over the Don Valley Parkway and the Gardiner Expressway yesterday, raising what organizers said was a record $2-million in the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario's annual Ride for Heart.

Among those riding and skating in the 19th annual event was 53-year-old Candace Allman, who, just 15 months ago, suffered a stroke that paralyzed the entire left side of her body while she was making dinner plans on the phone."

FT.com / China / Business - Chinese philanthropy yet to take off

FT.com / China / Business - Chinese philanthropy yet to take off: "Chinese philanthropy yet to take off
By Andrew Yeh in Beijing
Published: June 2 2006 18:11 | Last updated: June 2 2006 18:11

China’s not-for-profit sector has failed to develop, hindered by a shortage of domestic donations and inefficient ways of channelling funds to grassroots groups, according to research by consultancy McKinsey.
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“China is probably the most underdeveloped philanthropic market globally [relative to other large economies],” said Andrew Grant, head of McKinsey for greater China. “It’s an engine that China desperately needs.”"

University of Toronto -- News@UofT -- Giving the gift of securities (Jun 2/06)

University of Toronto -- News@UofT -- Giving the gift of securities (Jun 2/06): "Giving the gift of securities
Recent elimination of capital gains tax on gifts of securities makes gift planning more attractive
Jun 2/06
by Elizabeth Raymer

Actor and director William Davis is best known for his recurring role as a cigarette-smoking bad guy, dubbed “cancer man,” on the television show The X-Files. In real life, the University of Toronto grad doesn’t smoke, is a Canadian national champion water-skier in his division and a spokesman for the Canadian Cancer Society. He’s also planning to soon make a gift of securities to Hart House Theatre.
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Davis decided to make the gift after being contacted by the university about revitalizing Hart House Theatre as an undergraduate production centre."

New programme of free training and support aims to improve third sector performance | eGov monitor

New programme of free training and support aims to improve third sector performance | eGov monitor: "New programme of free training and support aims to improve third sector performance
Source: National Council of Voluntary Organisations
Published Thursday, 1 June, 2006 - 05:11


The Performance Hub is today announcing its new programme of free regional training. Between June 2006 and February 2007, the Hub will deliver training courses for those who provide advice and support to voluntary, community or social enterprise organisations on how to improve their performance.

There will be five courses, which will each be delivered in each of the nine English regions. They will cover the following topics:"

Effectiveness in the Charity Sector | eGov monitor

Effectiveness in the Charity Sector | eGov monitor: "Effectiveness in the Charity Sector
Source: Charity Commission
Published Friday, 2 June, 2006 - 11:18
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Could collaborative working be the way forward?

Guidance launched today by the Charity Commission provides advice for charities thinking about doing just that. To help promote greater effectiveness in the sector, the regulator is calling on charities to review regularly how they can deliver a better service for their users, and to think creatively about how they can best do this."

SocietyGuardian.co.uk | Voluntary sector | Later retirement means less volunteers, survey finds

SocietyGuardian.co.uk | Voluntary sector | Later retirement means less volunteers, survey finds: "Later retirement means fewer volunteers, survey finds

Adharanand Finn
Thursday June 1, 2006

Almost 70% of working people say the government's announcement last week that the state pension age is set to increase to 68 by 2050 means they will be less likely to volunteer when they retire.

The findings of the YouGov survey will come as a blow to the voluntary sector as it marks the launch of Volunteers' Week today."

Table of Contents - IJNL Vol. 8 Iss. 3

Table of Contents - IJNL Vol. 8 Iss. 3: "The International Journal
of Not-for-Profit Law
Volume 8, Issue 3, May 2006
A quarterly publication of the International Center for Not-for-Profit Law
Table of Contents

Letter from the Editor
Special Section: Russia and the Newly Independent States

Some Issues Related to Russia's New NGO Law
Natalia Bourjaily

Civil Society and Philanthropy Under Putin
Alexander Livshin and Richard Weitz

Philanthropy in Russian Society Today "

IRIN Asia | Asia | UZBEKISTAN | UZBEKISTAN: US NGO closed, two more under scrutiny | Children-Democracy-Environment-Human Rights | Breaking News

IRIN Asia | Asia | UZBEKISTAN | UZBEKISTAN: US NGO closed, two more under scrutiny | Children-Democracy-Environment-Human Rights | Breaking News: "ZBEKISTAN: US NGO closed, two more under scrutiny

[ This report does not necessarily reflect the views of the United Nations]

TASHKENT, 1 Jun 2006 (IRIN) - A court in Uzbekistan on Thursday ordered the closure of the local office of a US-funded educational organisation for violating domestic laws, including the constitution.

A French aid group and a Hungarian charity are also under scrutiny as the Central Asian country continues to crack down on foreign NGOs in the country.

The Tashkent civil court ordered the liquidation of the American Council for Collaboration in Education and Language Study (ACCELS) for repeatedly violating domestic regulations, press-uz.infor, a pro-government internet site said."

UNV Online Volunteering

UNV Online Volunteering: "Thanks to Jim Flewker, a retired teacher from Northern England and online volunteer, the “Coalition of non governmental organizations (NGO) in Sokoto state” (CONSS), has recently launched their first website.

Sokoto state is located in the north-west corner of Nigeria, on the edge of the Saharan desert region. CONSS is a network of local organizations dealing with diverse development issues, ranging from HIV/AIDS to education to environment, who can now communicate their many activities to an external audience"

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