Welfare Law Puts Strain on Urban Charities That Serve the Poor
Washington When Carlene Greene gets to work at 8 a.m., she knows that by evening she will have fielded requests for help from 100 or more people. As the program coordinator at Catholic Charities’ Northeast Family Center, a gleaming white rectangle amid northeast Washington’s rundown lots and homes,…
By Michael Anft
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Photograph by Larry BarnsGetting old is never easy, but it’s especially hard for blind people. Moving to a nursing home can mean a complete loss of independence for someone who can’t see. Since 1914 the Guild Home for Aged Blind has helped people with limited eyesight -- most of whom are 65 and…
Charities gear up to influence drafting of antipoverty lawAs Congress prepares to revise the landmark 1996 welfare legislation, nonprofit groups are vowing to take a stronger hand in shaping the federal government’s major antipoverty program than they did five years ago. ALSO SEE:Welfare Law Puts…
By Michael Anft
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Big Donations to Ohio State, U. of Texas
Two universities have received large donations: Ohio State University has received $30-million from Michael E. Moritz, of Dublin, Ohio, for the law school. The gift will provide full tuition and a stipend for 30 law students per year, finance annual awards of $2,000 for the top student in each year…
Foundation Gifts Rose 18% in 2000, New Report Says
By IAN WILHELMGrant making by the nation’s foundations grew an estimated 18.4 percent last year, a slightly slower rate than in the previous two years, according to a new report. ALSO SEE:Foundation Trends Over all, foundations made $27.6-billion in grants to nonprofit organizations last year, up…
By Ian Wilhelm
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How The Chronicle’s Annual Survey on Corporate Giving Was Conducted
The Chronicle‘s survey of corporate giving offers a glimpse into the state of philanthropy at many of the nation’s largest businesses. The survey is based on information provided by companies ranked according to their annual revenue in Fortune magazine’s annual Fortune 500. ALSO SEE:Charitable…
Business Leaders Have Mixed Reaction to Proposed Giving Incentives
By DEBRA E. BLUMBusiness leaders have given mixed reviews to three White House-backed ALSO SEE:Charitable Giving at 96 Major CorporationsCorporate Donations Cool OffHow Four Businesses Are Changing the Way They GiveNew Reports Focus on Business Social Investment and Corporate CitizenshipHow The…
By Debra E. Blum
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New Reports Focus on Business Social Investment and Corporate Citizenship
By DEBRA BLUMA new report demonstrates how American companies can benefit from being ALSO SEE:Charitable Giving at 96 Major CorporationsCorporate Donations Cool OffHow Four Businesses Are Changing the Way They GiveBusiness Leaders Have Mixed Reaction to Proposed Giving IncentivesHow The Chronicle’s…
By Debra E. Blum
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How Four Businesses Are Changing the Way They Give
By DEBRA E. BLUMAmerican companies are reshaping their philanthropy this year as they face an uncertain economy and, in some instances, their own financial woes. Following are four examples of how companies are changing their approaches: ALSO SEE:Charitable Giving at 96 Major CorporationsCorporate…
By Debra E. Blum
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Photograph by Kathy RichlandTwo musicians started the Merit School of Music in Chicago to bring music education back into the lives of children, especially poor youngsters, after the local public schools curtailed many arts-education programs. Little did they expect that the school would expand the…
Economic slowdown blamed for lack of increases in giftsAfter five years of double-digit growth, corporate charitable contributions are expected to remain largely flat this year, according to a Chronicle survey of the nation’s largest companies. Companies cite the nation’s sluggish economy. ALSO…
By Debra E. Blum and Martha Voelz
Celebrating the Rites of Summer: YMCA Camp Marks Its Centennial
For 110 years, youngsters have spent their summers at camps run by local Y.M.C.A.'s. Today, more than 80 percent of the nation’s 2,400 Y’s offer some type of camping program. In Connecticut, the Greater Hartford Y.M.C.A.'s Camp Jewell this week will start its 100th summer session for youngsters.…
Teenage Girls Who Produce TV Show Among Latest ‘Points of Light’
Following are the people and organizations that have most recently been named to receive President Bush’s Daily Points of Light Award. The Points of Light Foundation, a Washington charity, assists the president in making the choices and carrying out the award program. More information about the…
Tech Mogul Mulling Which University Will Receive $150-Million Donation
By MEG SOMMERFELDLarry Ellison, the billionaire chairman of the Oracle corporation, says he wants to give $150-million to create a university center focused on politics, economics, and technology. Now he just needs to figure out which institution will make the best use of his money. At least two…
By Meg Sommerfeld
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