Tuesday, September 04, 2007
Scotsman.com Business - Banking & Insurance - Scots business gurus urged to back 'venture philanthropy'
Scotsman.com Business - Banking & Insurance - Scots business gurus urged to back 'venture philanthropy': "Scots business gurus urged to back 'venture philanthropy' NATHALIE THOMAS BANK of Scotland chief executive Andy Hornby and other business luminaries are being urged to back a new form of corporate social responsibility based on market principles. The first Scottish 'venture philanthropy' charity is opening in Edinburgh this week based on an idea imported from the US, which has grown from venture capitalism."
Faith, family, public works keep Mexican migrants' ties strong - Catholic Online
Faith, family, public works keep Mexican migrants' ties strong - Catholic Online: "The mid-August festival provides an opportunity for former Mezcala residents living in the United States to see how their remittances are being used and to once again immerse themselves in the village's life and customs, including its devotion to Mary. Each of Mezcala's nine barrios throws a party and takes turns decorating the parish with flowers and candles for the nightly Mass. For two nights after the festival ends, the 'hijos ausentes' provide food, music and fireworks."
West Tigers' Robbie Farah bares all for charity | The Daily Telegraph
West Tigers' Robbie Farah bares all for charity | The Daily Telegraph: "West Tigers' Robbie Farah bares all for charity Article from: The Sunday Telegraph *
By Jonathon Moran September 02, 2007 12:00am WESTS Tigers hooker Robbie Farah is rugby league's new poster boy, debuting as a model in a raunchy charity calendar. WESTS Tigers hooker Robbie Farah is rugby league's new poster boy, debuting as a model in a raunchy charity calendar. The favourite for Tuesday's Dally M Medal has posed nude for the upcoming Australian Footballers: Naked For A Cause calendar to raise money for the McGrath Foundation breast cancer charity."
By Jonathon Moran September 02, 2007 12:00am WESTS Tigers hooker Robbie Farah is rugby league's new poster boy, debuting as a model in a raunchy charity calendar. WESTS Tigers hooker Robbie Farah is rugby league's new poster boy, debuting as a model in a raunchy charity calendar. The favourite for Tuesday's Dally M Medal has posed nude for the upcoming Australian Footballers: Naked For A Cause calendar to raise money for the McGrath Foundation breast cancer charity."
eBay Canada Promotes Charity Auction Bidding
eBay Canada Promotes Charity Auction Bidding: "eBay Canada announced it is holding 'Auctions for Action,' a month-long program that encourages users to bid on charity auctions. eBay Canada Managing Director Jordan Banks said, 'We created Auctions for Action to reach eBay users who are looking for a new and exciting way to support causes close to their hearts."
BBC NEWS | UK | Wales | Charity workers at Diana service
BBC NEWS | UK | Wales | Charity workers at Diana service: "Charity workers at Diana service Ty Hafan founder, Suzanne Goodall Ms Goodall described the princess as a 'very, very warm' person Representatives from Princess Diana's favourite charities are in London to attend the memorial service to mark her life and work 10 years after her death. Special prayers will also be said at Llandaff cathedral in Cardiff at 1800 BST to mark the anniversary of the fatal car crash in Paris. Jill Roberts represented cancer charity Tenovus at Princess Diana's funeral at Westminster Abbey. 'It was remarkable, a part of history being made,' she said."
Thursday, August 30, 2007
onPhilanthropy: Articles: The Top Ten Trends in British Philanthropy
onPhilanthropy: Articles: The Top Ten Trends in British Philanthropy: "The Top Ten Trends in British Philanthropy By Fiona Hodgson, 8/29/07 With philanthropy enjoying an unprecedented boom in the United States, it’s an interesting time to look at how its British counterparts compare. Although both countries can trace their philanthropic traditions to similar “ancestors,” the growth of philanthropy in Britain has followed a more uneven course. Today, however, there are many signs that the UK is on the cusp of a philanthropic boom of its own:"
Diana rows reignite with charity chief's anger - Telegraph
Diana rows reignite with charity chief's anger - Telegraph: "Diana rows reignite with charity chief's anger By Richard Edwards and Andrew Pierce Last Updated: 7:14am BST 30/08/2007 The head of one of Princess Diana's favourite charities last night criticised the memorial service to mark 10 years since her death for reigniting rows of the past and called for organisers to 'move on'."
Swampscott entrepreneur brings Web approach to charitable giving - Swampscott, MA - Swampscott Reporter
Swampscott entrepreneur brings Web approach to charitable giving - Swampscott, MA - Swampscott Reporter: "Qambio' means 'change' in the Andalusian dialect of Spanish, and change is exactly what Swampscott entrepreneur Ben Moreno is hoping to achieve through his new company of the same name. Qambio, a very new kind of Web site, has been in development since 2002 and was launched 10 months ago. The company places a new spin on philanthropy, giving both donors and beneficiaries more personal involvement in the process."
Wednesday, August 29, 2007
Business Report - Individuals fill gaps in corporate giving
Business Report - Individuals fill gaps in corporate giving: "Individuals fill gaps in corporate giving August 29, 2007 By INGI SALGADO Cape Town - Taking steps to ensure that philanthropic giving is purposeful and effective is no longer just the domain of South African corporates or the very wealthy. Individuals are starting to demand greater accountability from the projects they support. And the internet has become a convenient platform from which to match their philanthropic impulses with causes close to their hearts."
Tuesday, August 28, 2007
Compassionate teener builds homes on her 17th Birthday - INQUIRER.net, Philippine News for Filipinos
Compassionate teener builds homes on her 17th Birthday - INQUIRER.net, Philippine News for Filipinos: "Habitat for Humanity is particularly proud of a very special, dedicated volunteer. She is 17-year-old Alexandra Madrigal Eduque. Exposed to Habitat through an immersion program run by the school she attends, International School of Manila, Alex’s “Habititis” became so intense she spent an entire summer building homes for the needy at Baseco Bagong Buhay Village in Tondo, Manila."
Around Tempe: Philanthropy entrenched in city's culture
Around Tempe: Philanthropy entrenched in city's culture: "Around Tempe: Philanthropy entrenched in city's culture
Nancy Puffer Special to The Republic Aug. 28, 2007 07:35 AM
Sometimes people like to give money to a cause as part of celebrating life's milestones, as a way to give back to the community or to remember the less fortunate during holidays and times of prosperity. Tempe has a strong culture of philanthropy that supports a variety of local social service agencies that exist largely through donations. If you don't have a specific charity or favorite cause you support, you might consider donating to the Tempe Community Foundation, a local program that collects monetary donations and uses the interest earned on it in ways that will keep providing a source of money for Tempe charities for many years to come."
Nancy Puffer Special to The Republic Aug. 28, 2007 07:35 AM
Sometimes people like to give money to a cause as part of celebrating life's milestones, as a way to give back to the community or to remember the less fortunate during holidays and times of prosperity. Tempe has a strong culture of philanthropy that supports a variety of local social service agencies that exist largely through donations. If you don't have a specific charity or favorite cause you support, you might consider donating to the Tempe Community Foundation, a local program that collects monetary donations and uses the interest earned on it in ways that will keep providing a source of money for Tempe charities for many years to come."
Microfinancing: The little loans that could -- and do - 08/20/2007 - MiamiHerald.com
Microfinancing: The little loans that could -- and do - 08/20/2007 - MiamiHerald.com: "Microfinancing: The little loans that could -- and do Mainstream bankers are beginning to get interested in microfinancing. Posted on Mon, Aug. 20, 2007
BY JIM LANDERS Dallas Morning News SAN CRISTOBAL DE LAS CASAS, Mexico -- Give a poor woman a loan to help her weave skirts or bake tortillas, and soon her business, her family and her self-image improve. So it was with Esparanza Pérez Garcie, 52, who sells tacos and other foods at her little restaurant in the artisans' marketplace here. Her one-room kitchen and dinette faces a covered patio that fills with noise as southern Mexico's rainy season sends its daily deluge spilling down the mountains. Customers welcome the shelter, and the quesadillas and chalupas sell for 50 cents apiece."
BY JIM LANDERS Dallas Morning News SAN CRISTOBAL DE LAS CASAS, Mexico -- Give a poor woman a loan to help her weave skirts or bake tortillas, and soon her business, her family and her self-image improve. So it was with Esparanza Pérez Garcie, 52, who sells tacos and other foods at her little restaurant in the artisans' marketplace here. Her one-room kitchen and dinette faces a covered patio that fills with noise as southern Mexico's rainy season sends its daily deluge spilling down the mountains. Customers welcome the shelter, and the quesadillas and chalupas sell for 50 cents apiece."
Monday, August 27, 2007
MindaNews - ROUNDTRIP: BANSALAN-HOLLAND: Mindanawon's transnational engagement
MindaNews - ROUNDTRIP: BANSALAN-HOLLAND: Mindanawon's transnational engagement: "GOUDA, The Netherlands NETHERLANDS (MindaNews/26 August) -- Ever heard of diaspora philanthropy? This collective donation by migrant communities to their homeland is increasingly becoming part of the global philanthropic landscape. Sometimes called “transnationalism,” diaspora philanthropy is defined as the process by which immigrants from the same region form a group and pool their resources together to help their hometown as their way of maintaining links with their place of origin."
CTV.ca | Burt Reynolds heading to Toronto for charity event
CTV.ca | Burt Reynolds heading to Toronto for charity event: "Reynolds is being given a lifetime achievement award on Sept. 10 by Best Buddies Canada for his decades of children's charity work in his native state of Florida and beyond. Best Buddies is an international charitable organization dedicated to fostering friendships between students and people with intellectual disabilities."
Reuters AlertNet - Care says no to $46 million
Reuters AlertNet - Care says no to $46 million: "f there's one thing you don't hear of very often in the aid sector, it is relief groups turning down donations. So it's no surprise that Care International's decision to turn down $46 million of U.S. food aid has raised sparks. Care says it will phase out by 2009 'monetised' food aid from the U.S. government. This is effectively surplus grain given by the U.S. to aid groups to ship and sell in the developing world to fund relief programmes. Supporters say it is a legitimate and effective way of raising and transferring money. Critics say it simply distorts local markets, undercuts local farmers and -- put simply -- hurts those it is intended to help."
The Electric New Paper, Singapore - The Electric New Paper News
The Electric New Paper, Singapore - The Electric New Paper News: "WHILE everyone was having fun at the school carnival, one student was busy barking instructions and questions into a walkie-talkie in one hand and a handphone in the other. Click to see larger image
Despite the din and chaos, Charles Lee, 16, had a perpetual smile on his face. After all, this was his event and things were going well. Charles had to celebrate the recent National Day differently from other students. It was a perfect occasion to help the less fortunate, he thought. So, five months ago, the Secondary 3 student at Presbyterian High approached his principal with this suggestion - let's hold a National Day charity carnival."
Despite the din and chaos, Charles Lee, 16, had a perpetual smile on his face. After all, this was his event and things were going well. Charles had to celebrate the recent National Day differently from other students. It was a perfect occasion to help the less fortunate, he thought. So, five months ago, the Secondary 3 student at Presbyterian High approached his principal with this suggestion - let's hold a National Day charity carnival."
Friday, August 24, 2007
CPCS - Philanthropy.org
CPCS - Philanthropy.org:
"About the 2008 Program The 2007 Emerging Leaders International Fellows are (back to front; left to right): Rasma Rozenberga, Latvia; Maria Carolina Trevisan, Brazil; Fabiana Hernandez Abreu, Uruguay; Sache Cantu, USA; Allyson Reaves, USA; and Angela Wing Kong Seng, Hong Kong. The Center on Philanthropy and Civil Society’s Emerging Leaders International Fellows Program provides leadership training through applied research and professional mentorships for young scholar-practitioners in the nonprofit sector. The program is open to scholars and practitioners interested in building Third-Sector capacity in the United States and overseas. This year’s Fellows will be selected from abroad and also from communities of color under-represented in the U.S. grantmaking sector. Fellows are based at The Graduate Center of The City University of New York, where they design and pursue an individualized research project and participate in a seminar with Third-Sector leaders. Specific topical areas are chosen each year."
"About the 2008 Program The 2007 Emerging Leaders International Fellows are (back to front; left to right): Rasma Rozenberga, Latvia; Maria Carolina Trevisan, Brazil; Fabiana Hernandez Abreu, Uruguay; Sache Cantu, USA; Allyson Reaves, USA; and Angela Wing Kong Seng, Hong Kong. The Center on Philanthropy and Civil Society’s Emerging Leaders International Fellows Program provides leadership training through applied research and professional mentorships for young scholar-practitioners in the nonprofit sector. The program is open to scholars and practitioners interested in building Third-Sector capacity in the United States and overseas. This year’s Fellows will be selected from abroad and also from communities of color under-represented in the U.S. grantmaking sector. Fellows are based at The Graduate Center of The City University of New York, where they design and pursue an individualized research project and participate in a seminar with Third-Sector leaders. Specific topical areas are chosen each year."
Thursday, August 23, 2007
Translating CSR into business strategies
Translating CSR into business strategies: "Translating CSR into business strategies By SUSAN TAM KUALA LUMPUR: Corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives are not only about philanthropy but translating these ideas into practical business strategies. Securities Commission chairman Datuk Zarinah Anwar said Malaysian firms were at different levels of development and achievement in implementing CSR-driven efforts."
Three NGOs licensed to open rep. offices in Viet Nam
Three NGOs licensed to open rep. offices in Viet Nam: "Ha Noi (VNA) – Three foreign non-governmental organisations, which have been involved in aid providing programmes in Viet Nam for years, have been licensed to extend their operation and open representative offices in the country."
Maximum estate, gift tax rates to be lowered to 40% - The China Post
Maximum estate, gift tax rates to be lowered to 40% - The China Post: "The Cabinet finalized a plan yesterday to reform the country's estate and gift taxation system that will lower the maximum rates for the two categories of taxes from 50 percent at present to 40 percent."
Wednesday, August 22, 2007
Charities Aid Foundation - Charities clock up on compliance
Charities Aid Foundation - Charities clock up on compliance: "Charities clock up on compliance 22 August 2007 Clock with pound signsA news survey has shown that half of UK charities spend between 28 and 50 days every year in efforts to implement new legislation."
Nova Scotia News - TheChronicleHerald.ca
Nova Scotia News - TheChronicleHerald.ca: "Association president Mitch Gillingwater said Ms. Lucas will receive $2,500 for year one and $3,750 for each of her following three years while completing her bachelor of arts, with a major in psychology. The cash comes from a special student-run fundraising campaign, created to improve access to post-secondary education. 'It’s very unique — no other student union or student association across Canada has engaged in such a large fundraising campaign to create an opportunity bursary like this,' Mr. Gillingwater said Monday. The association even received honourable mention this June at the 2007 Maritime Philanthropy Awards and has been approached by the University of Lethbridge in Alberta for advice on how to start up a similar initiative."
Tuesday, August 21, 2007
Artists get fellowship grants - INQUIRER.net, Philippine News for Filipinos
Artists get fellowship grants - INQUIRER.net, Philippine News for Filipinos: "The Asian Cultural Council Philippines (ACCP) announces this year’s recipients of fellowship grants who will observe, conduct research, and study their respective artistic specializations."
Monday, August 20, 2007
Osprey Media. - The Kingston Whig-Standard - Ontario, CA
Osprey Media. - The Kingston Whig-Standard - Ontario, CA: "Swimmer determined to cross Lake Ontario; Fourteen-year-old to retry record attempt Lisa Jemison Local news - Saturday, August 18, 2007 @ 00:00 Two-and-a-half weeks after 12-foot waves forced Natalie Lambert to shore in her bid to swim across Lake Ontario, she's jumping right back in. Lambert has announced that on Aug. 27 she will make her second attempt at becoming the youngest person to swim 52 kolometres from Niagara-on-the-Lake to Toronto. Her swim, dubbed the Swim the Difference Marathon, will continue to raise funds for the Y Knot Abilities programs. The 14-year-old said she is more confident heading back to the lake."
Friday, August 17, 2007
Youths discover gift of birthday giving - Yahoo! Canada News
Youths discover gift of birthday giving - Yahoo! Canada News: "ALGARY (CBC) - A handful of children and teenagers are making donations instead of accepting gifts on their birthdays, in what some are calling a growing trend in philanthropy. ADVERTISEMENT 'We are seeing more recent examples here in Calgary,' said Keith Steel, director of the Institute for Nonprofit Studies at Mount Royal College. 'I think that there's an increasing degree of social consciousness among young people, and they actually want to do something.'"
How to avoid paying inheritance tax - Times Online
How to avoid paying inheritance tax - Times Online: "How to avoid paying inheritance tax The simplest way to avoid inheritance tax (IHT) is to make gifts while you are still alive. Every tax year you can give away £3,000 of assets and they will not count towards your estate for IHT. If you do not use up the full exemption in one year you can carry it forward, but for one year only. Gifts of up to £250 to an unlimited number of different individuals are also tax-exempt, but you cannot use both exemptions to give to the same person. You can also give £5,000 to your children as a wedding gift. Grandparents can hand over £2,500, and anyone else can give £1,000."
Charities Aid Foundation - Students should not be charity mugs
Charities Aid Foundation - Students should not be charity mugs: "Students should not be charity mugs 17 August 2007 Mother holding childThe Voluntary Service Overseas (VSO) has warned that students wanting to volunteer during their gap year should check charities' credentials."
Online Recruitment - Charities lose up to 50 days a year preparing for new legislation
Online Recruitment - Charities lose up to 50 days a year preparing for new legislation: "Charities lose up to 50 days a year preparing for new legislation 17/08/2007 Half of organisations in the charity sector spend between 28 and 50 days each year keeping abreast of and complying with new legislation, according to new research. 13% spend more than 50 days on compliance while a further 13% write off 13-25 days a year to new legislation. Only a quarter spend fewer than 13 days preparing for legislation. Yet 43% of charities believe that the recently introduced equality & diversity legislation doesn’t go far enough to encourage equality and diversity in the workplace. 3 out of 4 respondents (71%) believe that many organisations pay lip service to equality and diversity but few deliver on their promises."
Monday, August 13, 2007
Kerre Woodham: Why giving generously is a sign we're evolving - 12 Aug 2007 - NZ Herald: New Zealand National news
Kerre Woodham: Why giving generously is a sign we're evolving - 12 Aug 2007 - NZ Herald: New Zealand National news: "And behind the pictures in the social pages, and beyond the black ties and the boobs and the bling, are people who think nothing of forking out thousands of dollars to support worthy causes. Philanthropy and altruism are relatively new concepts for Kiwis who have grown up with a welfare state. For generations, we've accepted that the state will provide, but increasingly, as the state is providing less and individuals are demanding more, we've looking to the wealthy to make up the shortfall."
Friday, August 10, 2007
Private charity pledges welfare assistance to Arab local councils - Haaretz - Israel News
Private charity pledges welfare assistance to Arab local councils - Haaretz - Israel News: "Private charity pledges welfare assistance to Arab local councils By Yoav Stern and Yair Sheleg, Haaretz Correspondents A private charity has announced plans to donate funds to local Arab councils in Israel, in a move that will substantially increase their budgets for public welfare. The president of the National Fellowship of Christians and Jews, Rabbi Yehiel Eckstein, approved this week the expansion of the group's operations in 20 Bedouin and Druze municipalities by NIS 1.7 million, in addition to the NIS 9 million it already supplies to other Arab municipalities."
Thursday, August 09, 2007
The Telegraph - Calcutta : Northeast
The Telegraph - Calcutta : Northeast: "Guwahati, Aug. 8: Undaunted by the charges of alleged nexus with rebel outfits and misappropriation of funds, NGOs in the Northeast have pledged to rebuild their image and carry on their work to reach out to more people across the region.
Joining them in their endeavour is the UK-based Resource Alliance, a non-profit group, which, along with various non-governmental organisations, attended a seminar today."
Joining them in their endeavour is the UK-based Resource Alliance, a non-profit group, which, along with various non-governmental organisations, attended a seminar today."
Charitable approach needed to encourage philanthropy - Media, Business - Independent.ie
Charitable approach needed to encourage philanthropy - Media, Business - Independent.ie: "Charitable approach needed to encourage philanthropy
Legislative problems work against a philanthropic culture here
By Joe Brennan
Thursday August 09 2007
CHARITY would appear to be alive and well in Ireland, with figures out this week showing that Daffodil Day, now celebrating its 20th anniversary, raised a record €3.8m in aid of the Irish Cancer Society this year.
'There's no doubt that we're a charitable society, but it's a spontaneous thing with us,' said Kingsley Aikins, chief executive of The Worldwide Ireland Funds. 'However, there isn't a philanthropic culture of planned or strategic giving.'"
Legislative problems work against a philanthropic culture here
By Joe Brennan
Thursday August 09 2007
CHARITY would appear to be alive and well in Ireland, with figures out this week showing that Daffodil Day, now celebrating its 20th anniversary, raised a record €3.8m in aid of the Irish Cancer Society this year.
'There's no doubt that we're a charitable society, but it's a spontaneous thing with us,' said Kingsley Aikins, chief executive of The Worldwide Ireland Funds. 'However, there isn't a philanthropic culture of planned or strategic giving.'"
Channelnewsasia.com-"Over 3,800 Singaporeans to receive National Day Awards this year
Channelnewsasia.com: "Over 3,800 Singaporeans to receive National Day Awards this year
By Foo Siew Shyan, Channel NewsAsia | Posted: 09 August 2007 1811 hrs
Special Report
• National Day 2007
SINGAPORE : A former politician, a social service sector stalwart and a late unionist.
They are the 3,824 Singaporeans who have been named in this year's National Day Awards.
1441 of those honoured are women, about 400 more than last year."
By Foo Siew Shyan, Channel NewsAsia | Posted: 09 August 2007 1811 hrs
Special Report
• National Day 2007
SINGAPORE : A former politician, a social service sector stalwart and a late unionist.
They are the 3,824 Singaporeans who have been named in this year's National Day Awards.
1441 of those honoured are women, about 400 more than last year."
Wednesday, August 08, 2007
ePolitix.com - Charity funding 'too complex'
ePolitix.com - Charity funding 'too complex': "Parliament's spending watchdog has criticised the 'baroque complexity' of funding arrangements for national charities.
In a report published on Wednesday, the National Audit Office said the public services of 12 large charities, including the British Red Cross and Citizens Advice, were undermined by a lack of co-ordination in the delivery of funding.
Some £742m of public funds go to the voluntary sector from a range of bodies including central government departments, local authorities and primary care trusts"
In a report published on Wednesday, the National Audit Office said the public services of 12 large charities, including the British Red Cross and Citizens Advice, were undermined by a lack of co-ordination in the delivery of funding.
Some £742m of public funds go to the voluntary sector from a range of bodies including central government departments, local authorities and primary care trusts"
The Scotsman - International - Stars back £1m appeal to help victims of South Asia flooding
The Scotsman - International - Stars back £1m appeal to help victims of South Asia flooding: "A £1 million appeal was launched today to help some of the most vulnerable people hit by severe flooding in India, Bangladesh and Nepal.
More than 360 people died and 20 million people were affected by flooding caused by two weeks of persistent rain."
More than 360 people died and 20 million people were affected by flooding caused by two weeks of persistent rain."
Tuesday, August 07, 2007
Kate pulls out of charity boat race | UK Latest | Guardian Unlimited
Kate pulls out of charity boat race | UK Latest | Guardian Unlimited: "Kate Middleton has pulled out of a charity boat race due to security concerns surrounding media coverage of the event, organisers have said.
Prince William's on-off girlfriend has been in training with an all-female team who will compete against a group of men in the Beauty v Brawn challenge across the Channel."
Prince William's on-off girlfriend has been in training with an all-female team who will compete against a group of men in the Beauty v Brawn challenge across the Channel."
theedgedaily.com-Rat Race hits record-breaking RM1.5m
theedgedaily.com: "At 5pm today, look out for the familiar sight of people in their office wear, and some eye-catching costumes, racing through the main business district of Kuala Lumpur.
It’s the return of The Edge-Bursa Malaysia Kuala Lumpur Rat Race, which is briskly running into its eighth edition this year.
This year’s event has set another new record with the participation of 116 teams of five runners each from 71 local and foreign, private and public-listed companies."
It’s the return of The Edge-Bursa Malaysia Kuala Lumpur Rat Race, which is briskly running into its eighth edition this year.
This year’s event has set another new record with the participation of 116 teams of five runners each from 71 local and foreign, private and public-listed companies."
Monday, August 06, 2007
Channelnewsasia.com
Channelnewsasia.com: "SINGAPORE: Some 100 people spent a total of 24 hours on a stationary bicycle in a cycling marathon organised by the Down Syndrome Association (DSA) and the Lions Club of Singapore Metropolitan to raise public awareness of the condition.
Among the participants were 16 youths, aged 9 to 25, with Down Syndrome."
Among the participants were 16 youths, aged 9 to 25, with Down Syndrome."
The Herald : News: OTHER NEWS
The Herald : News: OTHER NEWS: "t has been criticised as commercial and egocentric but philanthropy is emerging in at least one component of Edinburgh's festival season.
For every ticket bought for the Festival of Spirituality and Peace, a child in Malawi will be fed for a month.
The festival, one of a number running throughout August in the capital, includes high-profile international speakers such as Baltasar Garzon, the Spanish judge best known for indicting former Chilean dictator General Pinochet, philanthropist Sir Tom Farmer and philosopher Julian Baggini."
For every ticket bought for the Festival of Spirituality and Peace, a child in Malawi will be fed for a month.
The festival, one of a number running throughout August in the capital, includes high-profile international speakers such as Baltasar Garzon, the Spanish judge best known for indicting former Chilean dictator General Pinochet, philanthropist Sir Tom Farmer and philosopher Julian Baggini."
Friday, August 03, 2007
Canadian nonprofit answers call for assistive IT
Canadian nonprofit answers call for assistive IT: "As it often happens, it was Nigel Livingston's own differently abled child who inspired him to form CanAssist, the nonprofit assistive technology group that, earlier this month, was recognized for its efforts with a $750,000 Canadian ($704,000 U.S.) grant from the provincial government.
CanAssist is run out of and is partially funded by the University of Victoria, where the seven-year organization got off the ground with a simple request from a community member. After a near-drowning accident, a young man became blind and experienced spasms where his finger would lock into place."
CanAssist is run out of and is partially funded by the University of Victoria, where the seven-year organization got off the ground with a simple request from a community member. After a near-drowning accident, a young man became blind and experienced spasms where his finger would lock into place."
Channelnewsasia.com
Channelnewsasia.com: "President Nathan graces inaugural Yellow Ribbon Charity Gala
By Lynda Hong, Channel NewsAsia | Posted: 03 August 2007 2358 hrs
SINGAPORE : Prison inmates showcased their talents at the inaugural Yellow Ribbon Charity Gala on Friday evening.
Among the audience was Guest of Honour President SR Nathan."
By Lynda Hong, Channel NewsAsia | Posted: 03 August 2007 2358 hrs
SINGAPORE : Prison inmates showcased their talents at the inaugural Yellow Ribbon Charity Gala on Friday evening.
Among the audience was Guest of Honour President SR Nathan."
“Business shouldn’t be the government’s business.” - Nepali Times
“Business shouldn’t be the government’s business.” - Nepali Times: "You continue to equate microcredit with social business and Pierre Omidyar, the founder of eBay, thinks that it should be commercialised to reach millions more poor people.
Omidyar sees microcredit as a profit-maximising business. I see it as a social business to help the poorest, and we keep on fighting (laughs). I define a social business as a non-loss, non-dividend business that is different from philanthropy in that a social business returns the invested money to its owners. Micro credit should be a social business. We do it to help the poor get their rice. When the poor become rich enough to have that 15-course dinner, then commercial bankers can come in, offer additional financial services and make money off them. Until then, the profit-maximising approach is similar to that of village money-lenders who come with gleaming eyes. Omidyar understands returns, and he is arguing on behalf of a business principle, which I understand."
Omidyar sees microcredit as a profit-maximising business. I see it as a social business to help the poorest, and we keep on fighting (laughs). I define a social business as a non-loss, non-dividend business that is different from philanthropy in that a social business returns the invested money to its owners. Micro credit should be a social business. We do it to help the poor get their rice. When the poor become rich enough to have that 15-course dinner, then commercial bankers can come in, offer additional financial services and make money off them. Until then, the profit-maximising approach is similar to that of village money-lenders who come with gleaming eyes. Omidyar understands returns, and he is arguing on behalf of a business principle, which I understand."
Saipan Tribune
Saipan Tribune: "ll that philanthropic effort Binsol tried to execute-from the first mile (Japan) to the last mile (the Philippines)-using her computer. She never forgot thanking 50 Filipino donors from seven countries through the website of Binsol's cyber nonprofit group Tulong Pinoy Movement, www.tpmovers.org.
Binsol won't be clicking her mouse anymore: the 36-year-old died in Japan recently"
Binsol won't be clicking her mouse anymore: the 36-year-old died in Japan recently"
Thursday, August 02, 2007
United Way invests $9-million in Peel
United Way invests $9-million in Peel: "Mississauga - United Way of Peel Region plans to invest more than $9-million in 2007/08 to help improve social conditions so that everyone in Peel can thrive. The funding for local use comes from donors who contributed to the 2006 campaign. An additional $2.9-million raised in 2006 was designated by donors to other United Ways and registered charities."
The Jakarta Post - NGO, retailer form 'green team'
The Jakarta Post - NGO, retailer form 'green team': "NGO, retailer form 'green team'
The Jakarta Post, Jakarta
A Singapore-based fashion retailer and an environmental non-governmental organization launched Tuesday a 'going green' collaboration to create a better and healthier environment.
'We have asked our staff and customers to start thinking about the importance of the environment, in order to help reduce the effects of global warming,' said Ravelra Supit, the marketing communication manager of the Club 21 clothes retailer."
The Jakarta Post, Jakarta
A Singapore-based fashion retailer and an environmental non-governmental organization launched Tuesday a 'going green' collaboration to create a better and healthier environment.
'We have asked our staff and customers to start thinking about the importance of the environment, in order to help reduce the effects of global warming,' said Ravelra Supit, the marketing communication manager of the Club 21 clothes retailer."
Wednesday, August 01, 2007
The business of ethics remixed | Hard News
The business of ethics remixed | Hard News: "The business of ethics remixed
Corporations have to integrate 'social responsibility' into their business agenda to protect environmental, social and human rights of the vast majority
Sudhir K Sinha Delhi
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is a highly misunderstood and misinterpreted term in India. The core of CSR is what a company essentially does in terms of philanthropy or charity in the community in which it operates. This understanding of 'India Inc.' has traditionally been continued, practised and modelled vis-à-vis the evolving global understanding of CSR that takes a larger view of business impacts and helps business achieve a balance or integration of economic, environmental and social imperatives."
Corporations have to integrate 'social responsibility' into their business agenda to protect environmental, social and human rights of the vast majority
Sudhir K Sinha Delhi
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is a highly misunderstood and misinterpreted term in India. The core of CSR is what a company essentially does in terms of philanthropy or charity in the community in which it operates. This understanding of 'India Inc.' has traditionally been continued, practised and modelled vis-à-vis the evolving global understanding of CSR that takes a larger view of business impacts and helps business achieve a balance or integration of economic, environmental and social imperatives."
Charities Aid Foundation - Scots could fail charity test
Charities Aid Foundation - Scots could fail charity test: "Scots could fail charity test
1 August 2007
Thousands of Scottish charities could lose their charitable status and face fees after one charity failed a new charity test due to a technicality.
After the Voluntary Action Fund (VAF) was one of eight Scottish charities to face a pilot charity test, due to language issues, lawyers say that most charities formed before 2005 are unlikely to pass the test."
1 August 2007
Thousands of Scottish charities could lose their charitable status and face fees after one charity failed a new charity test due to a technicality.
After the Voluntary Action Fund (VAF) was one of eight Scottish charities to face a pilot charity test, due to language issues, lawyers say that most charities formed before 2005 are unlikely to pass the test."
Tuesday, July 31, 2007
Channelnewsasia.com
Channelnewsasia.com: "Students attempt to break records to raise funds for charity
By Asha Popatlal, Channel NewsAsia | Posted: 31 July 2007 2243 hrs
SINGAPORE: Over a thousand students came together on Tuesday in an attempt to break the record for the most number of people having a chocolate break and to raise S$30,000 for the President's Challenge Fund."
By Asha Popatlal, Channel NewsAsia | Posted: 31 July 2007 2243 hrs
SINGAPORE: Over a thousand students came together on Tuesday in an attempt to break the record for the most number of people having a chocolate break and to raise S$30,000 for the President's Challenge Fund."
Willing to lend a hand | The Courier-Mail
Willing to lend a hand | The Courier-Mail: "Despite the popular assertion that most people place materialism above altruism, recent reports suggest the 'me society' has a soft and generous underbelly.
But while more people are volunteering each year, the amount of time individuals are spending is dropping. In 1995, each person spent an average of 74 hours volunteering but in 2006, this figure had fallen to 56 hours.
Diane Morgan, CEO of Volunteering Queensland, says: 'Volunteering, I believe, is a great mirror on society and reflects the way people interact with each other."
But while more people are volunteering each year, the amount of time individuals are spending is dropping. In 1995, each person spent an average of 74 hours volunteering but in 2006, this figure had fallen to 56 hours.
Diane Morgan, CEO of Volunteering Queensland, says: 'Volunteering, I believe, is a great mirror on society and reflects the way people interact with each other."
Channelnewsasia.com
Channelnewsasia.com: "Volunteerism among students rising, challenges to keep adults involved
By Wong Mun Wai, Channel NewsAsia | Posted: 29 July 2007 0135 hrs
SINGAPORE : Volunteering for good causes or social activities is rising among students, according to the Community Development, Youth and Sports Minister at a student forum.
But the picture is not all rosy.
Students are now giving more of their time and energy to social causes, despite the scrapping of compulsory participation in the Community Involvement Programmes for junior college students two years ago."
By Wong Mun Wai, Channel NewsAsia | Posted: 29 July 2007 0135 hrs
SINGAPORE : Volunteering for good causes or social activities is rising among students, according to the Community Development, Youth and Sports Minister at a student forum.
But the picture is not all rosy.
Students are now giving more of their time and energy to social causes, despite the scrapping of compulsory participation in the Community Involvement Programmes for junior college students two years ago."
Channelnewsasia.com
Channelnewsasia.com: "NCSS plans to work with police to tighten fund-raising procedures
By May Wong, Channel NewsAsia | Posted: 30 July 2007 2355 hrs
SINGAPORE : The National Council of Social Service (NCSS) intends to work with the police to tighten some fund-raising procedures.
Its CEO, Ang Bee Lian, said NCSS will also consider simplifying its approval logo so that it will be easily recognised.
She was speaking to Channel NewsAsia's reporter on the sidelines of a seminar."
By May Wong, Channel NewsAsia | Posted: 30 July 2007 2355 hrs
SINGAPORE : The National Council of Social Service (NCSS) intends to work with the police to tighten some fund-raising procedures.
Its CEO, Ang Bee Lian, said NCSS will also consider simplifying its approval logo so that it will be easily recognised.
She was speaking to Channel NewsAsia's reporter on the sidelines of a seminar."
Accountancy Ireland : The Charities Bill 2007 - A new regime for Charities
Accountancy Ireland : The Charities Bill 2007 - A new regime for Charities: "THE CHARITIES BILL 2007 - A NEW REGIME FOR CHARITIES
By: Teresa Harrington
By: Irene O'Keeffe
Volume :: 39
Number :: 4
By Teresa Harrington, Charity and Not-For-Profit Sector Leader, PwC and Irene O’Keeffe, Director, Charity and Not-For-Profit Sector, PwC
The recently introduced Charities Bill is the first piece of charities legislation in Ireland in 30 years. It constitutes a major revamp of the regulatory environment for this important sector which represents approximately 8% of Ireland’s GDP. The Bill will provide clarity to the sector, protect it and enhance public trust and confidence. The Bill further reflects key principles of transparency, accountability and good governance outlined in the General Scheme for the Charities Regulation Bill, 2006 and reflects many of the suggestions and contributions submitted during the consultation period by organisations operating in the sector. Irish charities are well regarded at home and throughout the world. This well deserved reputation will now be underpinned by a system of regulation that protects and enhances it."
By: Teresa Harrington
By: Irene O'Keeffe
Volume :: 39
Number :: 4
By Teresa Harrington, Charity and Not-For-Profit Sector Leader, PwC and Irene O’Keeffe, Director, Charity and Not-For-Profit Sector, PwC
The recently introduced Charities Bill is the first piece of charities legislation in Ireland in 30 years. It constitutes a major revamp of the regulatory environment for this important sector which represents approximately 8% of Ireland’s GDP. The Bill will provide clarity to the sector, protect it and enhance public trust and confidence. The Bill further reflects key principles of transparency, accountability and good governance outlined in the General Scheme for the Charities Regulation Bill, 2006 and reflects many of the suggestions and contributions submitted during the consultation period by organisations operating in the sector. Irish charities are well regarded at home and throughout the world. This well deserved reputation will now be underpinned by a system of regulation that protects and enhances it."
Monday, July 30, 2007
Training NGOs to be more transparent
Training NGOs to be more transparent: "Resource Alliance, an international network which trains, networks and shares knowledge with non-profit organisations to mobilise funds and resources locally, is holding seminars and workshops in five cities across the country to train NGOs in fundraising. The first of these five workshops started in Ahmedabad on July 27 where 28 NGOs from here and Baroda are participating in the two-day event. The other seminars will be organised in Guwahati, Bhubaneshwar, Chennai and Patna."
Rethink on charitable trust plan - The Nelson Mail - The Nelson Mail
Rethink on charitable trust plan - The Nelson Mail - The Nelson Mail: "After public pressure Network Tasman Trust is to rethink its plan to set up a charitable trust worth millions of dollars.
At a public meeting on Friday the trust decided to consult more widely on a move to change its trust deed through the High Court after hearing from several submitters who were concerned the public had not been consulted enough on the trust's proposal.
The trust wants to establish a charitable trust fund with $14 million of investments and make up to $500,000 interest on the capital available to charitable organisations."
At a public meeting on Friday the trust decided to consult more widely on a move to change its trust deed through the High Court after hearing from several submitters who were concerned the public had not been consulted enough on the trust's proposal.
The trust wants to establish a charitable trust fund with $14 million of investments and make up to $500,000 interest on the capital available to charitable organisations."
Pacific Daily News - www.guampdn.com - Hagatna, GU
Pacific Daily News - www.guampdn.com - Hagatna, GU: "ince returning to the island eight years ago, I've been involved with several nonprofit organizations.
Nonprofit organizations take many forms. They can be as simple as a group of parents with disabled children or as complicated as a hospital.
As different as they are, on this island nonprofits share one thing: They survive because of the generosity of island businesses.
Businesses here are amazingly liberal with nonprofits. They donate money, merchandise and services to many organizations that come knocking at their doors."
Nonprofit organizations take many forms. They can be as simple as a group of parents with disabled children or as complicated as a hospital.
As different as they are, on this island nonprofits share one thing: They survive because of the generosity of island businesses.
Businesses here are amazingly liberal with nonprofits. They donate money, merchandise and services to many organizations that come knocking at their doors."
The National Trust shows how good government works -Times Online
The National Trust shows how good government works -Times Online: "Last week, in apparent rebuttal of the sleaze and opportunism of recent years, Brown made the startling announcement that a majority of state honours should go to those who deserved them. They should be awarded to the “unsung heroes” of community activism about whom Brown has written a book, to the village Hampdens and mute inglorious Miltons of Gray’s elegy. Brown wants to recognise voluntary and charitable acts, the “third sector”, the nation beyond the state."
Tories fear charities could be turned into political fundraisers - Independent Online Edition > UK Politics
Tories fear charities could be turned into political fundraisers - Independent Online Edition > UK Politics: "Tories fear charities could be turned into political fundraisers
By Marie Woolf and Andrew Dagnell
Published: 29 July 2007
Prince Charles is famous, or infamous, for his public pronouncements on subjects ranging from architecture to genetically modified crops. However, although he often strays into political territory, the charity he founded that works with young people has avoided political campaigns. The Prince's Trust is bound by rules that prevent all charities from overt political activity."
By Marie Woolf and Andrew Dagnell
Published: 29 July 2007
Prince Charles is famous, or infamous, for his public pronouncements on subjects ranging from architecture to genetically modified crops. However, although he often strays into political territory, the charity he founded that works with young people has avoided political campaigns. The Prince's Trust is bound by rules that prevent all charities from overt political activity."
The Electric New Paper, Singapore - The Electric New Paper Show
The Electric New Paper, Singapore - The Electric New Paper Show: "A BIZARRE form of anonymous charity drive is making news headlines across Japan.
Mysterious envelopes with cash - from $125 to $25,000 - have been left in public toilets across the country.
Prefecture officials have reported finding money in packages in the men's rooms, with accompanying letters entreating the 'enclosed inheritance of 10,000 yen' be used to 'fund self-enrichment'."
Mysterious envelopes with cash - from $125 to $25,000 - have been left in public toilets across the country.
Prefecture officials have reported finding money in packages in the men's rooms, with accompanying letters entreating the 'enclosed inheritance of 10,000 yen' be used to 'fund self-enrichment'."
Friday, July 27, 2007
TheStar.com - GTA - Toronto students make house call to Pakistan
TheStar.com - GTA - Toronto students make house call to Pakistan: "Daniel Girard
Education Reporter
It truly is a house call.
A group of Ryerson University architectural science students and their professor are leaving tomorrow for Pakistan, where they will construct the first of a series of homes they designed for survivors of an earthquake that killed more than 75,000 people."
Education Reporter
It truly is a house call.
A group of Ryerson University architectural science students and their professor are leaving tomorrow for Pakistan, where they will construct the first of a series of homes they designed for survivors of an earthquake that killed more than 75,000 people."
US charity to fund NT conservation projects - ABC News (Australian Broadcasting Corporation)
US charity to fund NT conservation projects - ABC News (Australian Broadcasting Corporation): "The Pew Charitable Trust has begun its Wild Australia Program, which will run for three years and provide funding for local non-government organisations and science-based conservation studies."
Wednesday, July 25, 2007
Ride the first SIA A380/Dreamliner first flight slips into late September
Ride the first SIA A380/Dreamliner first flight slips into late September: "Ride the first SIA A380/Dreamliner first flight slips into late September
Singapore Airlines says demand for seats on its first A380 flight between Singapore and Sydney is so high that it will offer the seats at auction and give all the money to charity."
Singapore Airlines says demand for seats on its first A380 flight between Singapore and Sydney is so high that it will offer the seats at auction and give all the money to charity."
Polish charity refuses 'dirty money' gift from Rolling Stones | the Daily Mail
Polish charity refuses 'dirty money' gift from Rolling Stones | the Daily Mail: "A Polish Catholic charity has refused to take a donation from the Rolling Stones for the families of 26 Polish pilgrims killed in a coach crash last week.
The group said it would donate money from ticket sales from its concert in Warsaw to the families of those who died in the coach crash in France.
But the Caritas charity said it wanted nothing to do with the band's offer because the concert was taking place during a period of national mourning for the dead which ends at midnight tonight."
The group said it would donate money from ticket sales from its concert in Warsaw to the families of those who died in the coach crash in France.
But the Caritas charity said it wanted nothing to do with the band's offer because the concert was taking place during a period of national mourning for the dead which ends at midnight tonight."
Scotsman.com News - Charity raises £300,000 in an hour for flood victims
Scotsman.com News - Charity raises £300,000 in an hour for flood victims: "Charity raises £300,000 in an hour for flood victims
MICHAEL HOWIE (mhowie@scotsman.com)
A DISASTER fund launched yesterday by the Red Cross, a charity more used to dealing with emergencies in drought-stricken third world countries, raised more than £300,000 to help people affected by the floods in its first hour.
The National Floods Appeal aims to provide relief to the most vulnerable individuals in the areas of England hit by the surging water in recent days."
MICHAEL HOWIE (mhowie@scotsman.com)
A DISASTER fund launched yesterday by the Red Cross, a charity more used to dealing with emergencies in drought-stricken third world countries, raised more than £300,000 to help people affected by the floods in its first hour.
The National Floods Appeal aims to provide relief to the most vulnerable individuals in the areas of England hit by the surging water in recent days."
The Jakarta Post - Corporate social responsibility now the law in Indonesia
The Jakarta Post - Corporate social responsibility now the law in Indonesia: "Corporate social responsibility now the law in Indonesia
Noke Kiroyan, Jakarta
It is now official. Indonesia has become the first nation on earth to legislate Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) after the House of Representatives dismissed all objections from the business sector to pass the bill on Limited Liability Companies.
The special committee chairman responsible for debating the draft law initially maintained the decision was based on a comparative study in the Netherlands, Thailand and China."
Noke Kiroyan, Jakarta
It is now official. Indonesia has become the first nation on earth to legislate Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) after the House of Representatives dismissed all objections from the business sector to pass the bill on Limited Liability Companies.
The special committee chairman responsible for debating the draft law initially maintained the decision was based on a comparative study in the Netherlands, Thailand and China."
Rubber Ducks to go Quackers on Thames for Charity
Rubber Ducks to go Quackers on Thames for Charity: "Rubber Ducks to go Quackers on Thames for Charity
Thousands of rubber ducks will set off down the River Thames this September in a bid to set a new world record and raise £500,000 for charity.
by Maria Mackay
Posted: Wednesday, July 25, 2007, 11:23 (BST)
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This September, 165,000 rubber ducks will be let loose on the River Thames as part of the Great British Duck Race to raise money for charities."
Thousands of rubber ducks will set off down the River Thames this September in a bid to set a new world record and raise £500,000 for charity.
by Maria Mackay
Posted: Wednesday, July 25, 2007, 11:23 (BST)
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This September, 165,000 rubber ducks will be let loose on the River Thames as part of the Great British Duck Race to raise money for charities."
Tuesday, July 24, 2007
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eGov monitor |--Prime Minister sets out 10-year vision for how government can support a thriving third sector
eGov monitor |: "Today the Prime Minister will set out a new agenda on social action and present his vision of a partnership in which government empowers and enables individuals and organisations working for positive social change.
In a series of announcements, the Prime Minister will celebrate the contribution of the third sector to addressing the key social challenges that face Britain today, and will welcome the publication of the final report of the Third Sector Review."
In a series of announcements, the Prime Minister will celebrate the contribution of the third sector to addressing the key social challenges that face Britain today, and will welcome the publication of the final report of the Third Sector Review."
Monday, July 23, 2007
icWales - Fairy-tale ending to charity run
icWales - Fairy-tale ending to charity run: "STAFF and pupils from a comprehensive school were tickled pink to run in the cash at this year’s Race for Life.
During last month’s second event, 58 pupils and nine staff from Blackwood Comprehensive School dressed as fairies to take part in the run and have so far raised around £2,000 for the charity."
During last month’s second event, 58 pupils and nine staff from Blackwood Comprehensive School dressed as fairies to take part in the run and have so far raised around £2,000 for the charity."
Brothers Alasdair and Richard Graham aim to drive a Suzuki 4x4 8,500 miles in five weeks for charity.They were leaving Hyde Park in London today for U
Brothers Alasdair and Richard Graham aim to drive a Suzuki 4x4 8,500 miles in five weeks for charity.They were leaving Hyde Park in London today for Ulaanbaatar, the capital city...: "Brothers Alasdair and Richard Graham aim to drive a Suzuki 4x4 8,500 miles in five weeks for charity.They were leaving Hyde Park in London today for Ulaanbaatar, the capital city of Mongolia.
The brothers, based in West Hill, near Ottery St. Mary, are raising £1,000 Save the Children and any additional money for Cancer Research UK.
But this will be no ordinary summer road trip for the pair."
The brothers, based in West Hill, near Ottery St. Mary, are raising £1,000 Save the Children and any additional money for Cancer Research UK.
But this will be no ordinary summer road trip for the pair."
Channelnewsasia.com-12 volunteers paddle from Singapore to equator and back for charity
Channelnewsasia.com: "12 volunteers paddle from Singapore to equator and back for charity
Posted: 21 July 2007 2104 hrs
SINGAPORE: 12 volunteers are paddling to the equator and back, all in the name of charity."
Posted: 21 July 2007 2104 hrs
SINGAPORE: 12 volunteers are paddling to the equator and back, all in the name of charity."
Channelnewsasia.com-
Channelnewsasia.com: "This to benchmark the Singapore event against more established races worldwide, such as the Boston and London marathons, which see about 22,000 runners running the full distance.
Completing an event of this stature will be a charity element.
Some S$250,000 is expected to be raised for the Autism Association of Singapore, as part of the Run-For-A-Cause programme."
Completing an event of this stature will be a charity element.
Some S$250,000 is expected to be raised for the Autism Association of Singapore, as part of the Run-For-A-Cause programme."
Taipei Times - archives-"Local charities thrive as public donations increase
Taipei Times - archives: "Local charities thrive as public donations increase
BOUNTIFUL HARVEST: The generosity of Taiwan's businesses and individuals has allowed around 80 percent of local charities to break even so far this year
By Max Hirsch
STAFF REPORTER
Sunday, Jul 22, 2007, Page 2
'Taiwan is special in that its people donate so much and so often.'
Chien Chun-an, chairman of United Way, Taiwan
The number of charities and the amount of donations they receive are soaring amid a wave of public generosity since the end of the Martial Law era, social welfare experts said yesterday.
Speaking to members of United Way, a global coalition of charitable organizations, academics from the social welfare department at National Chung Cheng University yesterday praised the nation for its commitment to charity, especially at the individual level."
BOUNTIFUL HARVEST: The generosity of Taiwan's businesses and individuals has allowed around 80 percent of local charities to break even so far this year
By Max Hirsch
STAFF REPORTER
Sunday, Jul 22, 2007, Page 2
'Taiwan is special in that its people donate so much and so often.'
Chien Chun-an, chairman of United Way, Taiwan
The number of charities and the amount of donations they receive are soaring amid a wave of public generosity since the end of the Martial Law era, social welfare experts said yesterday.
Speaking to members of United Way, a global coalition of charitable organizations, academics from the social welfare department at National Chung Cheng University yesterday praised the nation for its commitment to charity, especially at the individual level."
TheStar.com - comment - Greater oversight for charity sector
TheStar.com - comment - Greater oversight for charity sector: "For too long, charities in Canada have operated largely unchecked and unaudited, as an ongoing Star investigative series has uncovered.
The Star found that as much as 80 per cent of the funds raised by some charities goes not to good works, but to administration and overhead, including the cost of the fundraising they do, and to perks for senior staff, such as expensive cars and personal travel."
The Star found that as much as 80 per cent of the funds raised by some charities goes not to good works, but to administration and overhead, including the cost of the fundraising they do, and to perks for senior staff, such as expensive cars and personal travel."
Thursday, July 19, 2007
Rich donors' hefty cheques will never solve poverty | Society | SocietyGuardian.co.uk
Rich donors' hefty cheques will never solve poverty | Society | SocietyGuardian.co.uk: "Rich donors' hefty cheques will never solve poverty
The philanthropy of the wealthy is all very well, but they would help more if they cured their peers' tax-averse culture
Polly Toynbee
Thursday July 19, 2007
The Guardian
It's good to give, of course it is. Sir Tom Hunter this week announced that he is giving away £1bn over his lifetime. Compare that with the world's richest man, Carlos Slim Helú, who says he won't be giving away his £33bn fortune: 'Poverty isn't solved with donations - my concept is to accomplish and solve things, not going around like Santa Claus.'
Sir Tom is not altogether typical: in Britain, the rich give a lower proportion of their wealth than others, with more donors in the north east than the south east, and more women than men. The total value stays pretty steady at 0.9% of GDP."
The philanthropy of the wealthy is all very well, but they would help more if they cured their peers' tax-averse culture
Polly Toynbee
Thursday July 19, 2007
The Guardian
It's good to give, of course it is. Sir Tom Hunter this week announced that he is giving away £1bn over his lifetime. Compare that with the world's richest man, Carlos Slim Helú, who says he won't be giving away his £33bn fortune: 'Poverty isn't solved with donations - my concept is to accomplish and solve things, not going around like Santa Claus.'
Sir Tom is not altogether typical: in Britain, the rich give a lower proportion of their wealth than others, with more donors in the north east than the south east, and more women than men. The total value stays pretty steady at 0.9% of GDP."
Business Report - Black diamonds begin to give back more
Business Report - Black diamonds begin to give back more: "Black diamonds begin to give back more
July 19, 2007
By INGI SALGADO
South Africa's new black philanthropists, most of whom were the first beneficiaries of black economic empowerment (BEE), are coming under increasing pressure to share their wealth through structured channels.
In addition to deals that include broad-based BEE components, some black philanthropists are setting up foundations, with the aim of generating sufficient interest income from endowments to eventually sustain their work."
July 19, 2007
By INGI SALGADO
South Africa's new black philanthropists, most of whom were the first beneficiaries of black economic empowerment (BEE), are coming under increasing pressure to share their wealth through structured channels.
In addition to deals that include broad-based BEE components, some black philanthropists are setting up foundations, with the aim of generating sufficient interest income from endowments to eventually sustain their work."
Wednesday, July 18, 2007
Corporate volunteering on the rise - Business - Business - theage.com.au
Corporate volunteering on the rise - Business - Business - theage.com.au: "Corporate volunteering on the rise
Leon Gettler
July 19, 2007
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AUSTRALIAN companies seem interested in corporate responsibility but are having trouble following through.
A four-month research project into the country's top 1000 companies by the Mahlab Group's Pro Bono Australia found a definite upward trend in corporate responsibility programs. The biggest movement was in corporate volunteering programs."
Leon Gettler
July 19, 2007
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AUSTRALIAN companies seem interested in corporate responsibility but are having trouble following through.
A four-month research project into the country's top 1000 companies by the Mahlab Group's Pro Bono Australia found a definite upward trend in corporate responsibility programs. The biggest movement was in corporate volunteering programs."
GMTV - Charitable southerners
GMTV - Charitable southerners: "Charitable southerners
Last updated: 17 July 2007
Southerners 'donate more to charity' than their northern counterparts, according to a report
Southerners give more money to charity, donate more often and give larger proportions of their income than those in the North, according to a recent report.
Donating households in London, the South East and the South West claim to give an average of £46 per month, according to the findings by think tank and research consultancy nfpSynergy.
In the North - which, for the purposes of the survey, includes all other regions including Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland - the overall average is just £24."
Last updated: 17 July 2007
Southerners 'donate more to charity' than their northern counterparts, according to a report
Southerners give more money to charity, donate more often and give larger proportions of their income than those in the North, according to a recent report.
Donating households in London, the South East and the South West claim to give an average of £46 per month, according to the findings by think tank and research consultancy nfpSynergy.
In the North - which, for the purposes of the survey, includes all other regions including Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland - the overall average is just £24."
Monday, July 16, 2007
BBC NEWS | Business | 'Huge surge' in charity donations
BBC NEWS | Business | 'Huge surge' in charity donations: "Huge surge' in charity donations
Woman walks past houses destroyed by Asian tsunami
More than a quarter of donations went to overseas causes
Charity giving in the UK rose by an inflation-busting 8.6% to £10.9bn in 2005/06, driven by donations to international disasters, a report says.
Global disasters such as Hurricane Katrina and the Asian tsunami meant global causes were key beneficiaries, the Charities Aid Foundation found.
The surge in donations compares to inflation which stood at 2.5% last year and three times the rate of UK growth.
Cancer Research was the UK's most popular charity in terms of donations."
Woman walks past houses destroyed by Asian tsunami
More than a quarter of donations went to overseas causes
Charity giving in the UK rose by an inflation-busting 8.6% to £10.9bn in 2005/06, driven by donations to international disasters, a report says.
Global disasters such as Hurricane Katrina and the Asian tsunami meant global causes were key beneficiaries, the Charities Aid Foundation found.
The surge in donations compares to inflation which stood at 2.5% last year and three times the rate of UK growth.
Cancer Research was the UK's most popular charity in terms of donations."
PACKETONLINE News Classifieds Entertainment Business - Princeton and Central New Jersey - A record year for Princeton University fundraising
PACKETONLINE News Classifieds Entertainment Business - Princeton and Central New Jersey - A record year for Princeton University fundraising: "More than $49 million raised, the largest amount in Princeton's history
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Princeton University's annual giving campaign broke nearly 20 records this year on its way to a donation total of more than $49 million — the largest amount raised in the school's history.
The funds, garnered from undergraduate and graduate alumni and parents, are unrestricted funds that will go toward academic programs and financial aid."
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Princeton University's annual giving campaign broke nearly 20 records this year on its way to a donation total of more than $49 million — the largest amount raised in the school's history.
The funds, garnered from undergraduate and graduate alumni and parents, are unrestricted funds that will go toward academic programs and financial aid."
Asia Sentinel - Giving Back
Asia Sentinel - Giving Back: "A Canadian-Chinese businessman offers a philanthropic example to Hong Kong
rhleeAs Asia’s self-proclaimed “World City,” Hong Kong has no shortage of wealthy business leaders and entrepreneurs. With several of the world’s top 100 richest people making the city their home, plus gross domestic product per capita in 2005 of US$30,549, it is well entrenched in the ranks of the developed world.
But when it comes to philanthropy and nonprofit organizations, Hong Kong has a lot of catching up to do. In the words of Canadian-born Chinese businessman, Robert Lee, “I know a lot of very rich Chinese people from Hong Kong who don’t give much, if at all in either money or time. But probably it’s because they have not been approached by the right people.”"
rhleeAs Asia’s self-proclaimed “World City,” Hong Kong has no shortage of wealthy business leaders and entrepreneurs. With several of the world’s top 100 richest people making the city their home, plus gross domestic product per capita in 2005 of US$30,549, it is well entrenched in the ranks of the developed world.
But when it comes to philanthropy and nonprofit organizations, Hong Kong has a lot of catching up to do. In the words of Canadian-born Chinese businessman, Robert Lee, “I know a lot of very rich Chinese people from Hong Kong who don’t give much, if at all in either money or time. But probably it’s because they have not been approached by the right people.”"
Headlines | AFRICAN EXAMPLES
On a cause to empower the African woman
Headlines | AFRICAN EXAMPLES
On a cause to empower the African woman: "Her quest to see African women speak with one voice, and excellent fundraising and organisational skills have steered two international pan-African bodies to financial soundness and great heights of success. An award winning philanthropist, Bisi Adeleye-Fayemi, the executive director of African Women Development Fund spoke to Susan Anyangu."
On a cause to empower the African woman: "Her quest to see African women speak with one voice, and excellent fundraising and organisational skills have steered two international pan-African bodies to financial soundness and great heights of success. An award winning philanthropist, Bisi Adeleye-Fayemi, the executive director of African Women Development Fund spoke to Susan Anyangu."
Charities Aid Foundation - Corporate giving shows considerable growth
Charities Aid Foundation - Corporate giving shows considerable growth: "Corporate giving shows considerable growth from a smaller base
16 July 2007
Charity Trends 2007 - front coverWorldwide Community Involvement (WCI) from the Top 500 corporate donors grew by £39million to over £1.1billion in 2005/06 according to Charity Trends 2007, published today by the Charities Aid Foundation (CAF). This represents a modest increase of 3.6% in real terms on the previous year.
The growth has been fuelled by the overall success of the Top 500 corporate donors, which have continued to experience healthy real-terms growth in both pre-tax profits and turnover at 18.3% and 8.4% respectively."
16 July 2007
Charity Trends 2007 - front coverWorldwide Community Involvement (WCI) from the Top 500 corporate donors grew by £39million to over £1.1billion in 2005/06 according to Charity Trends 2007, published today by the Charities Aid Foundation (CAF). This represents a modest increase of 3.6% in real terms on the previous year.
The growth has been fuelled by the overall success of the Top 500 corporate donors, which have continued to experience healthy real-terms growth in both pre-tax profits and turnover at 18.3% and 8.4% respectively."
'Elton and George are the new Medicis: they have money, influence and no taste' - Independent Online Edition > This Britain
'Elton and George are the new Medicis: they have money, influence and no taste' - Independent Online Edition > This Britain: "'Elton and George are the new Medicis: they have money, influence and no taste'
A new generation of multimillionaire art collectors stands accused of skewing the market and pricing out the public galleries. Now, some of them are silencing their critics by opening up their collections for free
By Andrew Johnson
Published: 15 July 2007
Between them they own art worth approximately £1bn. If an Emin or Hirst is not on public display, the chances are it's on the wall of the warehouse of one of the new British collectors whose fabulous wealth is funding a contemporary art boom in much the same way as the Medicis dominated 15th-century Florence or the Guggenheims 20th-century New York.
Now, like their predecessors, today's collectors are turning to philanthropy and opening free art galleries or loaning out work so their collections can be aired in public."
A new generation of multimillionaire art collectors stands accused of skewing the market and pricing out the public galleries. Now, some of them are silencing their critics by opening up their collections for free
By Andrew Johnson
Published: 15 July 2007
Between them they own art worth approximately £1bn. If an Emin or Hirst is not on public display, the chances are it's on the wall of the warehouse of one of the new British collectors whose fabulous wealth is funding a contemporary art boom in much the same way as the Medicis dominated 15th-century Florence or the Guggenheims 20th-century New York.
Now, like their predecessors, today's collectors are turning to philanthropy and opening free art galleries or loaning out work so their collections can be aired in public."
CSR Asia - Corporate Social Responsibility in Asia » CSR survey sees environment as top priority, philanthropy last
CSR Asia - Corporate Social Responsibility in Asia » CSR survey sees environment as top priority, philanthropy last: "CSR survey sees environment as top priority, philanthropy last
— Richard Welford @ 12:24 pm
A survey of almost 500 stakeholders undertaken by CSR Asia and the University of Hong Kong has ranked the environment as the number one concern. The survey published today in the CSR Asia newsletter ranks health and safety and governance on second and third spots. Philanthropy is seen as the least important corporate social responsibility factor. Eight different stakeholder groups were surveyed including businesses, environmental NGOs, social NGOs, government, investors, the media and academia. Almost 500 respondents ranked fifteen CSR issues as follows:"
— Richard Welford @ 12:24 pm
A survey of almost 500 stakeholders undertaken by CSR Asia and the University of Hong Kong has ranked the environment as the number one concern. The survey published today in the CSR Asia newsletter ranks health and safety and governance on second and third spots. Philanthropy is seen as the least important corporate social responsibility factor. Eight different stakeholder groups were surveyed including businesses, environmental NGOs, social NGOs, government, investors, the media and academia. Almost 500 respondents ranked fifteen CSR issues as follows:"
GMANews.TV - Confab on OFW philanthropy set Aug. 1-2 in Manila - Pinoy Abroad - Official Website of GMA News and Public Affairs - Latest Philippine Ne
GMANews.TV - Confab on OFW philanthropy set Aug. 1-2 in Manila - Pinoy Abroad - Official Website of GMA News and Public Affairs - Latest Philippine News: "Determining how Filipino migrant philanthropy has impacted on Philippine life and Filipino social development work will be discussed in a national conference this August 1 and 2 at the University of Santo Tomas-Thomas Aquinas Research Complex in Manila.
The event, dubbed 'Pursuing Efficiency and Meaning by 'Changemakers': The Second National Conference on Filipino Migrant Philanthropy', hopes to gather Filipino donors abroad and Philippine-based stakeholders from the non-government, government, private and academic sectors to dissect the dynamics surrounding donations from overseas Filipinos."
The event, dubbed 'Pursuing Efficiency and Meaning by 'Changemakers': The Second National Conference on Filipino Migrant Philanthropy', hopes to gather Filipino donors abroad and Philippine-based stakeholders from the non-government, government, private and academic sectors to dissect the dynamics surrounding donations from overseas Filipinos."
Charity Village®NewsWeek: Cover Story
Charity Village®NewsWeek: Cover Story: "In god we trust...and give
Elisa Birnbaum By Elisa Birnbaum
July 16, 2007
When Professor Ida Berger of Ryerson University’s Centre for Voluntary Sector Studies published a study in Voluntas last summer, the nonprofit sector received some additional discourse for their boardroom tables. The report, The Influence of Religion on Philanthropy in Canada, compared and contrasted the philanthropic behaviours of Canadians across religious groups. Using data from the Statistics Canada 2000 National Survey of Giving, Volunteering and Participating, the study focused not only on philanthropic activities, but also examined the motivations for and against such behaviour.
Berger found a huge divergence in giving between the affiliated and unaffiliated, with the former - particularly conservative Protestants - demonstrating a higher than average propensity for giving. “Within the overall framework of this research, the evidence clearly shows that religious affiliation is an important determinant of Canadian philanthropy,” Berger concluded, adding, “people who identify strongly with their faith have more access to activities through their church, synagogue or temple to engage in volunteer and fundraising activities than individuals who aren’t religious.”"
Elisa Birnbaum By Elisa Birnbaum
July 16, 2007
When Professor Ida Berger of Ryerson University’s Centre for Voluntary Sector Studies published a study in Voluntas last summer, the nonprofit sector received some additional discourse for their boardroom tables. The report, The Influence of Religion on Philanthropy in Canada, compared and contrasted the philanthropic behaviours of Canadians across religious groups. Using data from the Statistics Canada 2000 National Survey of Giving, Volunteering and Participating, the study focused not only on philanthropic activities, but also examined the motivations for and against such behaviour.
Berger found a huge divergence in giving between the affiliated and unaffiliated, with the former - particularly conservative Protestants - demonstrating a higher than average propensity for giving. “Within the overall framework of this research, the evidence clearly shows that religious affiliation is an important determinant of Canadian philanthropy,” Berger concluded, adding, “people who identify strongly with their faith have more access to activities through their church, synagogue or temple to engage in volunteer and fundraising activities than individuals who aren’t religious.”"
Charity Village® NewsWeek
Charity Village® NewsWeek: "CRTC decision fails to exempt charities from telemarketing rules
The Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) recently set out rules for the creation and operation of a National Do Not Call List, as well as rules regarding telemarketing and automatic dialing-answering devices. However, according to a statement released last week by the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP), the CRTC decided not to extend an exemption to charities in its telemarketing rules"
The Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) recently set out rules for the creation and operation of a National Do Not Call List, as well as rules regarding telemarketing and automatic dialing-answering devices. However, according to a statement released last week by the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP), the CRTC decided not to extend an exemption to charities in its telemarketing rules"
Friday, July 13, 2007
The Chronicle of Philanthropy: Anonymous Donor Leaves Money in Bathrooms
The Chronicle of Philanthropy: Anonymous Donor Leaves Money in Bathrooms: "Anonymous Donor Leaves Money in Bathrooms
Officials in Tokyo have been puzzled by an anonymous donor who has left envelopes with large sums of money in municipal rest rooms across Japan, reports the Associated Press."
Officials in Tokyo have been puzzled by an anonymous donor who has left envelopes with large sums of money in municipal rest rooms across Japan, reports the Associated Press."
Going on a run for charity
Going on a run for charity: "Central
Friday July 13, 2007
Going on a run for charity
By JADE CHAN
jade@thestar.com.my
Photos by CHUA KOK HWA
They went on blind dates, collected recyclable items, sold flowers during convocation, were paid to break their university's dresscode – all in the name of charity.
Now they are asking everyone to run with them.
The International Medical University (IMU) recently announced the launch of the IMU Charity Run & Carnival 2007, organised in conjunction with IMU’s 15th Anniversary celebrations."
Friday July 13, 2007
Going on a run for charity
By JADE CHAN
jade@thestar.com.my
Photos by CHUA KOK HWA
They went on blind dates, collected recyclable items, sold flowers during convocation, were paid to break their university's dresscode – all in the name of charity.
Now they are asking everyone to run with them.
The International Medical University (IMU) recently announced the launch of the IMU Charity Run & Carnival 2007, organised in conjunction with IMU’s 15th Anniversary celebrations."
Thursday, July 12, 2007
Netizens, experts divided on estate tax
Netizens, experts divided on estate tax: "Netizens, experts divided on estate tax
By Wang Ying (China Daily)
Updated: 2007-07-11 06:51
A recent online survey suggests that more than two-thirds of netizens would support an estate tax to help narrow the ever-widening gap between rich and poor in China.
In fact, the debate over estate tax in China has been ongoing ever since the issue was first raised a decade ago."
By Wang Ying (China Daily)
Updated: 2007-07-11 06:51
A recent online survey suggests that more than two-thirds of netizens would support an estate tax to help narrow the ever-widening gap between rich and poor in China.
In fact, the debate over estate tax in China has been ongoing ever since the issue was first raised a decade ago."
Tuesday, July 10, 2007
PR Newswire : Charity Commission reports on a year when charities took centre stage - Annual Report published
Press Release
PR Newswire : Charity Commission reports on a year when charities took centre stage - Annual Report published: "London, 10 July /PRNewswire-GNN/ --
CHARITY COMMISSION News Release (PR 19/07) issued by The Government News
Network on 10 July 2007
Debate about charities and the role that they play in society has been wider and more intense than ever this year, says the Charity Commission in its annual report published today.
The report by the regulator for the 190,000 charities registered in England and Wales explains how the Commission has performed against a range of indicators, and looks at the impact of its work on both the charity sector
and wider public in the last year."
PR Newswire : Charity Commission reports on a year when charities took centre stage - Annual Report published: "London, 10 July /PRNewswire-GNN/ --
CHARITY COMMISSION News Release (PR 19/07) issued by The Government News
Network on 10 July 2007
Debate about charities and the role that they play in society has been wider and more intense than ever this year, says the Charity Commission in its annual report published today.
The report by the regulator for the 190,000 charities registered in England and Wales explains how the Commission has performed against a range of indicators, and looks at the impact of its work on both the charity sector
and wider public in the last year."
Monday, July 09, 2007
Asian American Philanthropy lagging its population growth « L2 Foundation Blog
Asian American Philanthropy lagging its population growth « L2 Foundation Blog: "Asian American Philanthropy lagging its population growth
July 9th, 2007 · No Comments
There is a growing need for funding to serve Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders, not only by the largest U.S. foundations, but also by Asian Americans themselves. (With Asian Americans on the whole having the highest graduation rates in education and highest median household income, this suggests that Asian Americans do have a lot to contribute.)"
July 9th, 2007 · No Comments
There is a growing need for funding to serve Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders, not only by the largest U.S. foundations, but also by Asian Americans themselves. (With Asian Americans on the whole having the highest graduation rates in education and highest median household income, this suggests that Asian Americans do have a lot to contribute.)"
Legal and binding - Yahoo! India News
Legal and binding - Yahoo! India News: "lOCAL NEWS
Legal and binding
By IE
Monday July 9, 12:41 AM
Let the Centre for the Advancement of Philanthropy show you the way to charity and social work sans legal and managerial hassles
Are you one of those motivated individuals/groups eager to make a difference to society by setting up an organisation that promotes a cause close to your heart, such as say, woman and child empowerment ? Or an old people's home, perhaps? Chances are, you're languishing for want of knowhow: how to register, whom to approach, what permits to acquire, how to set up management and so on. So who do you approach? A lawyer, who'll charge you the earth and cost you your dream in the process? Don't give up yet. For here's an organisation to show you the legal aspects of doing good work."
Legal and binding
By IE
Monday July 9, 12:41 AM
Let the Centre for the Advancement of Philanthropy show you the way to charity and social work sans legal and managerial hassles
Are you one of those motivated individuals/groups eager to make a difference to society by setting up an organisation that promotes a cause close to your heart, such as say, woman and child empowerment ? Or an old people's home, perhaps? Chances are, you're languishing for want of knowhow: how to register, whom to approach, what permits to acquire, how to set up management and so on. So who do you approach? A lawyer, who'll charge you the earth and cost you your dream in the process? Don't give up yet. For here's an organisation to show you the legal aspects of doing good work."
ePolitix.com - Conservatives consider youth incentives
ePolitix.com - Conservatives consider youth incentives: "A Conservative policy group is recommending that disaffected youths should be handed concert tickets and other rewards in return for doing charity work.
Former Tory leader Iain Duncan Smith's social justice commission is to call for the move in its report on Tuesday, it emerged last night.
The proposed 'V-card' system would see young people earn credits in exchange for volunteering."
Former Tory leader Iain Duncan Smith's social justice commission is to call for the move in its report on Tuesday, it emerged last night.
The proposed 'V-card' system would see young people earn credits in exchange for volunteering."
Thursday, July 05, 2007
xPRESS Digest » Blog Archive » Centre for Charitable Giving and Philanthropy: Call for Full Proposals
xPRESS Digest » Blog Archive » Centre for Charitable Giving and Philanthropy: Call for Full Proposals: "July 5th, 2007
Centre for Charitable Giving and Philanthropy: Call for Full Proposals
The Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) in partnership with the Office of the Third Sector, the Scottish Executive and the Carnegie UK Trust, wishes to commission an independent, multidisciplinary, academically based Charitable Giving and Philanthropy Research Centre."
Centre for Charitable Giving and Philanthropy: Call for Full Proposals
The Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) in partnership with the Office of the Third Sector, the Scottish Executive and the Carnegie UK Trust, wishes to commission an independent, multidisciplinary, academically based Charitable Giving and Philanthropy Research Centre."
Bloomberg.com: Asia
Bloomberg.com: Asia: "- Singapore's National Kidney Foundation former Chairman Richard Yong was arrested in Hong Kong yesterday after illegally leaving the island-republic in May, the police said.
Yong's wife was also arrested, the Singapore police said, adding that a court hearing has been scheduled today in Hong Kong on their extradition to Singapore. Their arrests came at the request of Singapore authorities, the police said today."
Yong's wife was also arrested, the Singapore police said, adding that a court hearing has been scheduled today in Hong Kong on their extradition to Singapore. Their arrests came at the request of Singapore authorities, the police said today."
Monday, July 02, 2007
Scoop: Support for Call for Sector-Led Funding Review
Scoop: Support for Call for Sector-Led Funding Review: "Support for Call for Sector-Led Funding Review
Monday, 2 July 2007, 11:39 am
Press Release: Community Sector Taskforce
Media Release
30 June 2007
Community Sector Taskforce Supports Call for Sector-Led Review of All Funding Relationships
Members of Tangata Whenua, Community and Voluntary Sector organisations and groups want a Sector-led review of all funding relationships with the Sector.
The call was made at a two-day forum (20-21 June) of 150 leading Sector organisation representatives who came together to discuss pressing issues that face nearly 100,000 not-for-profit organisations and groups across the country."
Monday, 2 July 2007, 11:39 am
Press Release: Community Sector Taskforce
Media Release
30 June 2007
Community Sector Taskforce Supports Call for Sector-Led Review of All Funding Relationships
Members of Tangata Whenua, Community and Voluntary Sector organisations and groups want a Sector-led review of all funding relationships with the Sector.
The call was made at a two-day forum (20-21 June) of 150 leading Sector organisation representatives who came together to discuss pressing issues that face nearly 100,000 not-for-profit organisations and groups across the country."
BCNG Portals Page (R)
BCNG Portals Page (R): "From little things big things one day come
By Kurt Langmann
Jun 30 2007
Last week a man who spent his formative years in Aldergrove made the news as a donor of $100 million to create a new fund for eliminating poverty in the third world.
Frank Giustra, together with former U.S. president Bill Clinton and Mexican telecom mogul Carlos Slim Helu, unveiled a massive philanthropic effort, one that will enlist some of the biggest names in Canada’s resources sector to combat poverty in the developing world."
By Kurt Langmann
Jun 30 2007
Last week a man who spent his formative years in Aldergrove made the news as a donor of $100 million to create a new fund for eliminating poverty in the third world.
Frank Giustra, together with former U.S. president Bill Clinton and Mexican telecom mogul Carlos Slim Helu, unveiled a massive philanthropic effort, one that will enlist some of the biggest names in Canada’s resources sector to combat poverty in the developing world."
Foulkes Attacks Private Schools Charity Status (from Sunday Herald)
Foulkes Attacks Private Schools Charity Status (from Sunday Herald): "Foulkes attacks private schools’ charity status
By Paul Hutcheon
MSP challenges £6m ‘perk’ for independent sector
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A senior LabourMSPhas launched an attack on private schools by questioning the tax breaks they receive as charities. Newly elected Lothians MSP George Foulkes has demanded all independent schools in the Edinburgh area list the benefits they offer the wider community.
He says his challenge is a 'shot across the bows' for a sector he believes is not doing enough to justify the £6 million perk it gets from the taxpayer.
Foulkes's call comes as the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) investigateswhichorganisations deserve charitable status."
By Paul Hutcheon
MSP challenges £6m ‘perk’ for independent sector
Comment | Read Comments (24)
A senior LabourMSPhas launched an attack on private schools by questioning the tax breaks they receive as charities. Newly elected Lothians MSP George Foulkes has demanded all independent schools in the Edinburgh area list the benefits they offer the wider community.
He says his challenge is a 'shot across the bows' for a sector he believes is not doing enough to justify the £6 million perk it gets from the taxpayer.
Foulkes's call comes as the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) investigateswhichorganisations deserve charitable status."
globeandmail.com: Lobbyist registry under fire, even before launch
globeandmail.com: Lobbyist registry under fire, even before launch: "Lobbyist registry under fire, even before launch
Critics find loopholes in new Toronto rules intended to shine a light on who is talking to whom in city hall's corridors of power"
Critics find loopholes in new Toronto rules intended to shine a light on who is talking to whom in city hall's corridors of power"
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