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."

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."

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."

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."

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."

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."

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."

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."

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."

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."

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.'"