Beijing Launches Capital Philanthropy Day - ChinaCSR.com - Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Sustainability News for China

Beijing Launches Capital Philanthropy Day - ChinaCSR.com - Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Sustainability News for China: "Beijing Launches Capital Philanthropy Day
November 28, 2008

The Capital Philanthropy Federation has announced that December 3 will be Capital Philanthropy Day and it will hold public welfare activities on that day to promote charity undertakings in the city."

The Whig Standard - Ontario, CA

The Whig Standard - Ontario, CA: "Marieke Bergman can hardly believe what students at Rideau District High School have done.

'This school's incredible,' said Bergman, an outreach co-ordinator for Toronto-based charity Free the Children.

She was in Elgin Monday to receive a cheque for $9,900, money raised by the students in memory of a former classmate who died in a car accident.

In three years, the 450 students at the school have raised $30,300 to support the agency's work of building schools,

digging wells and sustaining skills-based career training for women and children in Kenya."

Increased demand for services, reports homeless charity - The Irish Times - Wed, Nov 26, 2008

Increased demand for services, reports homeless charity - The Irish Times - Wed, Nov 26, 2008: "Focus Ireland, an organisation which works with homeless people throughout the country, has reported a sharp rise in the number of people accessing its services.

The charity, which today announced a new campaign aimed at breaking down stereotypes about people who are homeless, said it has seen a 13 per cent increase in demand for its services due to the economic downturn."

Record Watford and Chorleywood Poppy Appeal defies Credit Crunch (From Watford Observer)

Record Watford and Chorleywood Poppy Appeal defies Credit Crunch (From Watford Observer): "Royal British Legion volunteers say they expect a record-breaking total when this year’s Poppy Appeal donations are finally counted up."

A brave new philanthropic world | Op-Ed Contributors | Jerusalem Post

A brave new philanthropic world | Op-Ed Contributors | Jerusalem Post: "NEW PHILANTHROPIC MODELS - New models of philanthropy are being created to encourage involvement in social change. The philanthropist/investor not only gets a return in the form of a personal gain, but this gain can be re-invested in further philanthropy. These models include community development venture capital funds, social responsibilty investment funds, leveraging with businesses (Jewish, Israeli and global), leveraging with municipalities (Partnership2000, for example, has done this very well), and matching efforts with businesses whose strategic interests relate to our needs."

Defining “Charity” and “Charitable Purposes” in the United Kingdom - IJNL Vol. 11 Iss. 1

Defining “Charity” and “Charitable Purposes” in the United Kingdom - IJNL Vol. 11 Iss. 1: "Charities are a part of every society. The word “charity” is derived from a Latin word “caritas,” meaning care. In ordinary term it means no more than generosity to the poor and needy. The legal meaning of word is much wider. It incorporates other purposes for the benefit of the community as a whole."

Chinese Philanthropy Continues to Grow - Philanthropy.com

Chinese Philanthropy Continues to Grow - Philanthropy.com: "Chinese Philanthropy Continues to Grow

China continues to show signs of a growing embrace of philanthropy.

According to Paul French, Asia Pacific editor at Ethical Corporation magazine, the Sichuan earthquake in May triggered in outpouring of generosity that the government wants to harness to improve social welfare in the country.

He writes that Zheng Yuanchang, director of the government office that oversees charitable activities, says that “China now has, for the first time, ‘a favorable social environment for the development of the country’s philanthropy sector.’”"

Honoured for selflessness

Honoured for selflessness: "the programme has helped over 1,000 people since 2006, and yesterday it clinched one of Singapore's top honours for community work, the New Non-profit Initiative Award.

It was was one of four National Volunteerism & Philanthropy awards handed out during a ceremony on Thursday night."

'Quiet givers' get their Phils

'Quiet givers' get their Phils: "

The Phils, now in their 14th year, are organized by the Ottawa chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals. Ms. McInnes says the advent of tough economic times makes the awards more important than ever. 'It's time for the people who can (donate) to recognize this is not a year they should hold back.'"

Ryanair crew strip off for charity calendar - Telegraph

Ryanair crew strip off for charity calendar - Telegraph: "he budget airline's 2009 calendar features bikini-clad young staff posing next to jet engines, petrol pumps and tool kits.

Last year's calendar raised more than £55,000 for charity, and the airline hopes to top that figure with the new shots, which feature the likes of Miss Runway, Miss Hostess and Miss Cockpit.

All the money raised will go to Dublin Simon Community, an Irish homeless charity."

Photos from the heart

Photos from the heart: "Photos from the heart

The passion for photography and a day at a charity drive brought three women together.

Inspired by the enthusiasm of the volunteers at the Food From The Heart food distribution programme last year, the three photographers, who also took part in the charity drive, decided to put their skills to work for a good cause.

Armed with their digital cameras, the trio - Lydie Raimbault, Florence Notte and Ulla Gratton - went around the island taking photos last year.

The result: a 114-page photo-cum-diary book capturing Singapore's colourful cityscape, people and culture titled Singapore, Day After Day."

Brazilian footballers raise funds for Cyclone Nargis victims

Brazilian footballers raise funds for Cyclone Nargis victims: "BRAZILIAN World Cup star Paolo Sergio is happy to be involved in the Tour of Hope charity programme recently."

Non-profit's endowment fund takes hit in stock-market crash

Non-profit's endowment fund takes hit in stock-market crash: "When economies sour, donors tend to give to charities 'where there's more of a perceived need' such as homeless shelters and health care, said Sue McCoy, spokeswoman for the Edmonton chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals."

St. Catharines Standard - Ontario, CA

St. Catharines Standard - Ontario, CA: "A leap forward for St. Catharines' arts scene and a renewed vibrancy downtown could be on the horizon, says a city arts leader.

A $15-million pledge this week by philanthropist Marilyn Walker to a new Brock University school of fine and performing arts has energized plans for a new arts centre, said Pablo Felices- Luna, artistic director of Carousel Players."

globeandmail.com: Donation stats point to charitable 'perfect storm'

globeandmail.com: Donation stats point to charitable 'perfect storm': "Donation stats point to charitable 'perfect storm'
Figures show fewer Canadians gave more to charities last year, but fundraisers worry cutbacks will threaten their core financial support

PAUL WALDIE AND DAWN WALTON

November 5, 2008

TORONTO and CALGARY -- Canadians donated a record $8.6-billion to charities last year, but a slowing economy and some recent trends in giving could hurt many organizations this year.

Total donations increased 1.4 per cent from $8.5-billion in 2006, according to a report released yesterday by Statistics Canada."

Charitable giving could be the future for voluntary organisations - Birmingham Post

Charitable giving could be the future for voluntary organisations - Birmingham Post: "Imagine … You have just enjoyed a sumptuous meal at one of our city’s fine dining establishments. The bill arrives. Service has been good. How much tip will you leave?

In the UK, the ‘social norm’ is you add 10 per cent … slightly more in London perhaps.

There is no similar rule of thumb for charitable giving and, possibly as a result, giving in the UK tends to be low"

Cooperation needed for developing global philanthropy -- china.org.cn

Cooperation needed for developing global philanthropy -- china.org.cn: "The China Global Philanthropy Forum, jointly hosted by the Boao Forum for Asia and the Red Cross Society of China Jet Li One Foundation, opened in the JW Marriott Hotel, Beijing on November 1, with 'Philanthropy through global partnership' as its main theme."

The Standard - Hong Kong's First FREE English Newspaper

The Standard - Hong Kong's First FREE English Newspaper: "Hong Kong's top civil servant says people should continue to dig deep for those in need despite the current financial crisis.

Speaking at a Caritas Hong Kong charity event, Chief Secretary for Administration Henry Tang Ying-yen urged people to continue to be generous as the economic downturn bites."

Runners set healthy pace for charity - 03 Nov 2008 - NZ Herald: New Zealand National news

tRunners set healthy pace for charity - 03 Nov 2008 - NZ Herald: New Zealand National news: "The marathon and half marathon events were sold out two months before the event. These are limited to a total of 7500 runners because of safety and logistical concerns with use of the Harbour Bridge and some North Shore roads.

More than $75,000 was donated to the marathon's official charity, the National Heart Foundation."