February 4th was World Cancer Day. For cancer patients, caregivers, survivors, and supporters, this day is a source of hope and comfort. It’s a chance to share stories of courage, resilience, and inspiration. And it’s a chance to raise cancer awareness. “Cancer” is a wide-sweeping word. It can be in just about any part of […]
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Most people don’t exactly relate private equity and charity to each other—but maybe they should. Private equity and venture philanthropy share a fair number of similarities, including the need for efficiency, the acquisition of portfolios, and good exit timing. The Impetus Trust and the Private Equity Foundation are two organizations that have figured this out […]
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5 Reasons People Change Their Names
Changing one’s name is something many people go through these days. Sometimes it’s a simple matter of dislike on the name-bearer’s part, but other times there is good reason to make the switch. Apart from changing a name after a marital status change, here are some other reasons people should consider changing their names: Names […]
From January to March this year, the New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) will be making the most of the $18 million provided by grants from the federal Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). With the capital, NYCHA plans to improve eleven of its housing developments in NYC. “NYCHA continues to make improvements to […]
Gala benefits have received their fair share of criticism over the years, with many individuals complaining that they are an inefficient way to make money for organizations. Indeed, galas do take a LOT of volunteer time and money to put together, but there’s no question that they can also bring in stunning amounts of donations […]
This year, Adam Lambert decided he didn’t need any gifts for his birthday. Instead of making his 31st a traditional celebration where people fawn and bestow unnecessary gifts, the birthday boy is asking that anyone wanting to wish him a happy birthday instead donate to the We Are Family Foundation (WAFF). Lambert is exercising his […]
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The Posse Foundation
The Posse Foundation was founded in 1989 to identify high school students with “extraordinary academic and leadership potential” that may otherwise be overlooked by colleges and universities during the selection process. Posse is now one of the best youth leadership development programs in the nation. In the twenty years since it began, Posse partner colleges […]
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Why We Need Welfare Reform Now
Welfare spending has long been an issue in our society. Some believe that handing out money and food stamps to the poor is just another way to enable unmotivated and lazy citizens, but others see it as our responsibility to take care of fellow Americans hit by hard times. And while there can be no […]
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Giving Growing Despite Economy
One might expect charitable giving to decline in a time of economic hardship, but according to the 2012 Giving USA Study of charitable giving, that’s not the case. Over the past few years, global charitable giving has been steadily increasing despite the fact that economies all over the world are struggling. In the past two […]
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Applying for a Grant
Grants can be a great way to fund new or existing projects and research that you wouldn’t otherwise be able to afford. For organizations, grants can help them afford to carry out a new project or pay for the staff to complete it. New equipment could be bought with grant money, initiatives carried out. Not […]