Recession taking a toll on philanthropy, too - Nationmultimedia.com: "As for Thailand, too much money is being donated to temples. We need to consider how any endowments can be better channelled to things that are not mere concrete edifices but into intangible areas, which will enhance people's knowledge, skills and quality of life.
More incentive is needed for rich Thais to donate their money and land for altruistic causes, and the government should seriously ponder the matter. It has been proved in many prosperous societies that philanthropic work and activities are vital to ensuring a caring and cultured society."
Monday, August 31, 2009
Friday, August 21, 2009
UAE Red Crescent launches annual Ramadan charity campaign - AL SHORFA
UAE Red Crescent launches annual Ramadan charity campaign - AL SHORFA: "A spokesman for the organisation, which serves as the operating arm of the Red Cross in the Islamic world, confirmed that most of the funds will go to Ramadan charity works in the UAE. The balance will be distributed via UAE embassies to recognised charities elsewhere in the Islamic world."
Tuesday, August 18, 2009
IGNOU To Launch A Master’s Programme In Philanthropy
IGNOU To Launch A Master’s Programme In Philanthropy: "A Master’s programme in philanthropy will be launched by IGNOU to enable the trained people work for “the destitute, orphans, street children, and social outcaste, leprosy-affected and physically challenged”."
Sunday, August 16, 2009
nbbusinessjournal.com - Calgarian raising fun factor in fundraising as a career | David Parker - Breaking News, New Brunswick, Canada
nbbusinessjournal.com - Calgarian raising fun factor in fundraising as a career | David Parker - Breaking News, New Brunswick, Canada: "Gavin Young
Linna Morgan of Calgary Counselling Centre promotes giving back and is enticing young people to choose fundraising as a profession.
She says that Imagine Canada, a nationally registered charity with offices in Ottawa, Toronto and Calgary, lists 161,000 charities and non-profits. Charities are approved by Canada Revenue Agency to give tax receipts while non-profits cannot.
The sector employs two million full-time equivalent workers who are supported by some 12 million volunteers. There are more than 4,000 distinct non-profit organizations in the Calgary area (not including sporting organizations) with 1,900 having charitable status. Yet the Calgary chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals has only approximately 350 members"
Linna Morgan of Calgary Counselling Centre promotes giving back and is enticing young people to choose fundraising as a profession.
She says that Imagine Canada, a nationally registered charity with offices in Ottawa, Toronto and Calgary, lists 161,000 charities and non-profits. Charities are approved by Canada Revenue Agency to give tax receipts while non-profits cannot.
The sector employs two million full-time equivalent workers who are supported by some 12 million volunteers. There are more than 4,000 distinct non-profit organizations in the Calgary area (not including sporting organizations) with 1,900 having charitable status. Yet the Calgary chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals has only approximately 350 members"
Friday, August 07, 2009
BBC NEWS | Business | Giving big in the recession?
BBC NEWS | Business | Giving big in the recession?: "Half of those replying said that because governments had more debt, giving would become more incumbent on rich individuals.
Radio 4's The World At One has been hearing from several of the country's wealthiest benefactors about how the recession has affected them, and about how the charity sector needs to change"
Radio 4's The World At One has been hearing from several of the country's wealthiest benefactors about how the recession has affected them, and about how the charity sector needs to change"
Professional Fundraising | Two fifths of charities report fall in income
Professional Fundraising | Two fifths of charities report fall in income: "Ccathy PharoahTwo out of five of the top fundraising charities saw their income fall in 2008, according to the latest figures."
Thursday, August 06, 2009
Winter Fundraising In Speedos | Voxy.co.nz
Winter Fundraising In Speedos | Voxy.co.nz: "Thursday, 6 August, 2009 - 10:46
6 August 2009 - Raising funds for Amnesty International Aotearoa New Zealand (AIANZ) comes with a twist this year, as the organisation's Fundraising Manager collects for Amnesty in nothing but his Speedos and gumboots in central Auckland tomorrow.
As part of Amnesty New Zealand's annual fundraising drive, Freedom Week, Fundraising Manager Sam Healey-Cunningham is Fundraising with Dare to help defend people around the world whose human rights have been abused."
6 August 2009 - Raising funds for Amnesty International Aotearoa New Zealand (AIANZ) comes with a twist this year, as the organisation's Fundraising Manager collects for Amnesty in nothing but his Speedos and gumboots in central Auckland tomorrow.
As part of Amnesty New Zealand's annual fundraising drive, Freedom Week, Fundraising Manager Sam Healey-Cunningham is Fundraising with Dare to help defend people around the world whose human rights have been abused."
Wednesday, August 05, 2009
Sedan Chair Charities Fund | Make Fairy Tales Come True | Hong Kong - Media
Sedan Chair Charities Fund | Make Fairy Tales Come True | Hong Kong - Media: "Hong Kong’s annual Sedan Chair Charities Fund is planning to attract a fairy tale parade with a print and outdoor promotional launch."
Tuesday, August 04, 2009
Volunteers rebuild houses demolished in Jerusalem - Israel News, Ynetnews
Volunteers rebuild houses demolished in Jerusalem - Israel News, Ynetnews: "Every year dozens of volunteers come to Anata, in east Jerusalem, to reconstruct houses destroyed by Israel. Jerusalem municipal councilman also partakes in rebuilding process, hoping it will 'build foundation to help us live together in peace'"
Monday, August 03, 2009
BCLocalNews.com - Short-term volunteer roles perfect for busy people
BCLocalNews.com - Short-term volunteer roles perfect for busy people: "If you’re short on time but you still want to give back to the community, explore career options or just meet new people, volunteering at community events is a great option,” says Lorelynn Hart, who manages VolWeb.ca for 2010 Legacies Now.
“Special event volunteering covers all kinds of activities,” continues Hart, “and calls for a variety of skill sets, which means it’s great for people of any age who have several different areas of interest. The time commitment is often just one day or one weekend, and many people find they are able to contribute to these events which are so important to the community.”"
“Special event volunteering covers all kinds of activities,” continues Hart, “and calls for a variety of skill sets, which means it’s great for people of any age who have several different areas of interest. The time commitment is often just one day or one weekend, and many people find they are able to contribute to these events which are so important to the community.”"
Netizens driving firms' social responsibility : News : Business - ZDNet Asia
Netizens driving firms' social responsibility : News : Business - ZDNet Asia: "Online communities are making a bigger impact on corporate social responsibility (CSR) in the Asia-Pacific region, a new study has revealed.
According to CSR Asia's The Future of CSR: 2009 Report, the Internet and online community emerged No. 10 on the list of factors driving CSR agendas, marking the first time the category is listed in the report. CSR Asia provides information, training, research and consultancy services on sustainable business practices."
According to CSR Asia's The Future of CSR: 2009 Report, the Internet and online community emerged No. 10 on the list of factors driving CSR agendas, marking the first time the category is listed in the report. CSR Asia provides information, training, research and consultancy services on sustainable business practices."
Lowestoft Journal - Thousands of donations pour into charity
Lowestoft Journal - Thousands of donations pour into charity: "THOUSANDS upon thousands of donations have been pouring into Sir Bobby Robson's cancer charity since his death.
Liz Luff, a spokeswoman for the Sir Bobby Robson Foundation, said the amount of financial pledges almost defied belief."
Liz Luff, a spokeswoman for the Sir Bobby Robson Foundation, said the amount of financial pledges almost defied belief."
Gap year charity workers urged to stay at home to help restrict spread of swine flu | World news | The Observer
Gap year charity workers urged to stay at home to help restrict spread of swine flu | World news | The Observer: "Young Britons should stop doing charity work in developing countries in case they take swine flu with them, a Department of Health adviser on the virus has urged."
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