Russian Charities Barred From Supporting Political Parties
Russian charities barred from supporting political parties
An item in Philanthropy Today’s December 28 edition incorrectly referred to the location of a new museum that was seeking joint ownership of a famous painting by Thomas Eakins. The Crystal Bridges Museum will be built in Bentonville, Ark., not in Little Rock.
Biggest Gifts and Pledges Announced by Individuals in 2006
Amount Donor Purpose or beneficiary $31-billion (pledge) Warren E. Buffett, chief executive officer of Berkshire Hathaway To the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation (Seattle) $1.3-billion Herbert M. and Marion O. Sandler, co-chief executive officers of Golden West Financial Corporation To the Sandler…
Charity Trends in 2006: “Giving While Living” and Social Entrepreneurship
For-profit charity and “giving while living” were hot in 2006
Philanthropy Today will not be sent to you on Monday, January 1, because of the New Year’s Day holiday. However, you’ll want to check our site that day to see The Chronicle’s annual list of the biggest donations made in 2006. We will be back in your mailbox on Tuesday, January 2. The Philanthropy…
Texas Billionaire Gives $135-Million to Foundation
Texas billionaire gives $135-million to start foundation