"Charitable Giving - You Can Make a Difference Even After You're Gone"
Approximately 80 percent of living Americans contribute to charitable organizations each year, yet only about 7 percent of us leave bequests in our wills to benefit causes and organizations we care about - Betsy Nelson, The Daily Record, August 12, 2005 Read the article ...
"To Continue Good Work, Baltimore Needs to Pony Up"
George Soros says that "Baltimore is at a crossroads ... I saw a city that once was sinking ... with the support of engaged residents and OSI, the city has made great progress on difficult problems. I hope Baltimore will continue to rise" - The Daily Record, August 19, 2005
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"Young Leaders on Deck as Boomers Face Retirement"
Nonprofits and funders must understand the differing motives, styles and requirements of the incoming generation of leaders if the transition of power from boomers to younger leaders is to be a smooth one, a new study says - Philanthropy Journal, August 16, 2005
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"Seeking a Home Remedy"
Charities, foundations, and government agencies are pouring money into efforts to help people who have been homeless for years. Nobody questions the need to help, but some housing advocates fear the intense focus on "chronic homelessness" has left out people who live outside big cities - The Chronicle of Philanthropy, August 18, 2005
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Did You Know?
Members of Congress, the news media, and state regulatory officials are scrutinizing the philanthropic community with an intensity not seen in recent times. Join your peers in an upcoming discussion, led by Council on Foundations, that will highlight legal basics and ethical practices critical to the future of the philanthropic community.
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