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"New Findings Show Philanthropic Efforts Are Growing in Rural Areas"
Philanthropy in rural America is growing, as community foundations increasingly establish special funds to serve remote geographic areas and new grassroots efforts are underway to encourage greater giving in rural parts of the country, according to two new reports - The Chronicle of Philanthropy, September 15, 2005

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"Strength in Numbers"
On March 10, CBS's "The Early Show" brought national attention to what many locals have known for quite some time: Howard County women are an altruistic, community-spirited bunch - Columbia Magazine, August 2005

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"Greater Baltimore Rushes to Aid Katrina Victims, but Many Want to do Much More"
It's hard not to cry when you watch coverage of Hurricane Katrina's victims. As much as you try to hold back the tears, they come. What is heartening is that our neighbors are doing what they can to help - Baltimore Business Journal, September 9, 2005

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JOIN US: "Doing Well By Doing Good: Using Philanthropy as a Public Relations Tool"
October 11, 2005 , 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Public Relations professionals and corporate marketing executives often talk about "cause related marketing" and "value added partnerships." What exactly do these terms mean and how can they be applied to community and corporate activities? Join us and an excellent panel of experts as we discuss how you can use philanthropy as a PR tool.

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Did You Know?  Children Can Help With Relief Efforts
With millions of people from the Gulf Coast suffering from Hurricane Katrina's devastation, many families are actively seeking ways to engage their children in efforts to assist those in need.  View a checklist of ideas on how to engage children through online giving, collecting money to donate, collecting needed items, and volunteering.