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NewsBytes: March, 2005
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Canada's nonprofit sector second largest in the world, study finds
March 28, 2005
Groundbreaking research released last week by Imagine Canada (formerly the Canadian Centre for Philanthropy), finds that Canada's nonprofit sector workforce is second only to the Netherlands in terms of size and economic impact. According to the Canadian Nonprofit and Voluntary Sector in Comparative Perspective, the sector employs more than two million full-time equivalent (FTE) workers. When the value of volunteer effort is included, the sector contributes 8.5% to Canada’s GDP, or about $75 billion. Service organizations dominate the sector, with about three-quarters involved in some aspect of service delivery, and government is its main source of revenue. The study also looks at the historical factors that helped shape Canada's nonprofit sector, as well as the challenges it currently faces. Find more highlights from the report in this week's Cover Story at: www.charityvillage.com/cv/news/cover.asp. To download a copy of the report in PDF format, visit: www.nonprofitscan.ca/pdf/jhu_report_en.pdf.
March 28, 2005
The provincial government in Newfoundland and Labrador delivered a budget last week that includes $8 million in new funding for arts and culture, plus the promise of millions more in the next two years. Finance Minister Loyola Sullivan announced more than $2 million in new money for the Newfoundland and Labrador Arts Council. Another $2.3 million will go to the Newfoundland and Labrador Film Development Corporation. Heritage sites and organizations will receive $205,000, while $100,000 will be provided for a new Literary Assistance Program for local writers and publishers. Other large chunks of funding will go to the province's art buying program and to the music industry. The budget also included major funding announcements in the areas of health services and education. For more information about the budget, visit: www.budget.gov.nl.ca.
Fast Fact: A third of donors don't want their money going to admin costs
March 28, 2005
Research conducted by Lions Clubs International finds that almost one-third of people in the UK would like to see 100% of their charitable donations going directly to the cause, with nothing being spent on administrative or other costs associated with fundraising. The survey also reveals that 61% of people ages 24-35 donate money and goods, with 35% choosing a charity or cause with which they can personally identify. Within this same age group, 90% of respondents say they don't have time to volunteer. In comparison, 55 to 65-year-olds volunteer more than any other age group, and 33% are more likely to support local events and charities close to their home. -- Lions Clubs International
March 28, 2005
Volunteers across British Columbia are being asked to remove the familiar Block Parent signs from their homes by June 2005. The request comes from the BC Block Parent Society because of concerns the signs could be misused to lure children. To get the signs back, volunteers will have to pass a criminal record check. In response, members in some communities are deciding to shut down their programs altogether. According to the head of the Delta, BC program, which shut down last week, the stricter rules and a lack of stay-at-home parents have made it difficult to attract volunteers. "There were about 1,200 in Delta," said Lorna McInnes. "And just before we stopped there were about 600. If you don't have the numbers to volunteer for it, it's really not effective, and I guess in a sense it is obsolete." Delta follows other BC communities, including Burnaby, North Vancouver, and Richmond, which have already abandoned the red-and-white signs. For more information about the BC Block Parent Society, visit: www.block-parent.bc.ca.
March 28, 2005
Last week, Statistics Canada released a new study about the make-up of the Canadian population. It projects that the number of visible minorities in Canada will double by 2017 and form more than half the population in greater Toronto and Vancouver. Canada-wide, approximately one out of every five people - between 19% and 23% of the nation's population - could be a member of a visible minority. Under the scenarios considered for these projections, Canada will have between 6.3 million and 8.5 million visible minorities 12 years from now. Factors contributing to the rapid growth in the visible minority population include sustained immigration, higher fertility rates, and a "younger" age structure, which result in fewer deaths and higher birth rates for visible minorities than for the rest of the population. For more information, visit: www.statcan.ca.
March 28, 2005
A new Ipsos-Reid survey reveals that about four million Canadians (one in six adults) report that they have personally been the victims of racism. The majority (70%) of those surveyed believe that racism in their communities has not changed in the last five years, while 13% believe it has decreased, and 17% believe it is on the rise. Nearly 15% of people also feel that skin colour makes a difference at work. In terms of who is most likely to be a target of racism, 38% of respondents thought Muslims and Arabs were the most likely targets, followed by Aboriginals, blacks, East Indians, Asians, Jews, and Hispanics. The survey also indicated that approximately 10% of Canadians would not welcome people from another race as next-door neighbours, and 13% said they would not marry or have a relationship with someone of another race. -- Ipsos-Reid
March 28, 2005
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) delivered its latest post-tsunami report at an international meeting of donor countries, regional governments, and aid agencies. The ADB reports a shortfall of more than $4 billion promised for rebuilding India, Indonesia, the Maldives, and Sri Lanka. "Given the scale of the recovery, even with our best efforts at co-ordination, the potential for gaps, overlaps and duplications is significant," said ADB president Haruhiko Kuroda. He is calling on governments around the world o honour their financial pledges, and for countries receiving aid to fight corruption and make sure that the money is spent wisely. For more information, visit: www.adb.org.
March 28, 2005
The Voluntary Sector Forum (VSF) recently announced the publication of two new documents. Knowledge, Skills and Strength is a review of the achievements of the VSI during the past five years, and Better Partnerships, Better Results looks at how the Accord between the Government of Canada and the Voluntary Sector can help organizations in their day-to-day dealings with the federal government. To download these documents, visit: www.vsf-fsbc.ca/eng/publications/index.cfm. The VSF also alerted a Senate Standing Committee about the impact of volatile insurance premiums on voluntary sector organizations. To view the Forum's submission and read its recommendations on this issue, visit: www.vsf-fsbc.ca/eng/liability/reports_resources/index.cfm.
Fast Fact: Fundraiser salaries on the rise at post-secondary institutions
March 28, 2005
A new survey by the US-based College and University Professional Association for Human Resources finds that the salaries of chief fundraisers at colleges and universities grew by 4% in the 2004-05 academic year. The median salary for all top fundraisers is $114,400, compared to a median of $110,000 for the previous academic year. Of all types of fundraisers at post-secondary schools, directors of community service at two-year institutions received the largest increase from the previous academic year, with a median salary of $58,983, 16% higher than in 2003-04. Directors of major gifts at two-year institutions came in second, with a 15.2% increase in their median salary, which was $62,000 in the current academic year. Directors of development and alumni affairs at two-year institutions saw the largest salary decrease among fundraising positions surveyed, with a median of $62,140, 19% lower than last year. -- CUPA-HR
March 28, 2005
The United Way of Greater Toronto is now accepting nominations for their Get In The Way Awards. The awards promote volunteerism and civic responsibility by recognizing young leaders involved in their communities. Successful nominees will have a record of significant community engagement. There are four awards: two for elementary school students 13 years of age and under; and two for youth 14-18 years of age. All applicants must be residents of Toronto (live in the 416/647 area code). The deadline for nominations is April 28th. For more information, visit: www.youthunited.ca.
March 21, 2005
Canadian Business for Social Responsibility (CBSR) celebrated its tenth anniversary last week by providing a corporate social responsibility report card for corporate Canada. "We've got a lot to celebrate, but we also have a lot to work on," said Adine Mees, president and CEO of CBSR. "We are still lacking broad CSR leadership and uptake in Canada. Currently, of the 1,400 UN Global Compact signatories, only 15 are Canadian companies. Only 13 Canadian companies are listed on the Dow Jones Sustainability index, and there are even fewer on the FTSE4Good Index." Mees points out that there is excellent effort being made by a few companies, but that a significant gap exists between the CSR leaders and the laggards. "A broader uptake [is] required by corporate Canada in general." CBSR is a nonprofit, business-led, membership organization of Canadian companies working to improve their social, environmental, and financial performance. CBSR members represented 25% of the companies in Report on Business magazine's second annual CSR rankings. For more information about CBSR, visit: www.cbsr.ca.
March 21, 2005
VanCity Credit Union is now accepting applications for this year's $1 million VanCity Award, the largest corporate gift of its kind in Canada. Each year, VanCity gives a $1 million grant to a local nonprofit to support a major project contributing to the social, environmental or economic well-being of the community. "We look at the VanCity Award as an investment in the dreams of both our members and our communities," said VanCity board chair Elain Duvall. "It's an investment we're really proud of, because it pays off for everyone." Nonprofit organizations in the Lower Mainland, Fraser Valley, and Victoria are eligible to apply. Deadline for applications is April 11th. For more information, visit: www.vancity.com/award.
March 21, 2005
Statistics from the US-based Council for Aid to Education show that giving to universities and colleges rose in 2004 for the first time in three years. Contributions increased by 3.4% last year. Collectively, post-secondary institutions in the US raised $24.4 billion in 2004, up from the $23.9 billion in 2002 and in 2003, and $24.2 billion in 2001. Individual giving accounted for almost half of the $24.4 billion, a 9.7% increase over the previous year. However, alumni giving increased by only 2%. Corporate giving increased by 3.5%, while foundation giving actually dropped by 6.1%. Overall, alumni giving represented 27.5% of total support, and foundations contributed 25.4%. -- Council for Aid to Education
March 21, 2005
According to the RCMP, several Canadians have recently received phone calls and e-mails from fraud artists soliciting donations for relatives of the four officers who were killed in Alberta. "It is disturbing that at this time of national mourning there are individuals taking advantage of the situation for personal gain," said Chief Superintendent Wayne Watson, director of the RCMP's Commercial Crime Branch in Ottawa. Police have yet to determine the amount collected by this charity scam, but they urge the public to ask questions and be vigilant when giving to an appeal. Experts recommend calling organizations to confirm if they are indeed soliciting funds, and sticking to charities with proven track records. Those who suspect they have fallen victim to a charity scam are advised to call their local police or the PhoneBusters National Call Centre at 1-888-495-8501.
March 21, 2005
Last week, Prime Minister Paul Martin announced more than $222 million for hundreds of health research grants across Canada. The Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) will administer the funding. "By enabling our researchers to stay at the cutting edge in their fields, we are strengthening our country's position as a leader in building an innovative and cost-effective health care system," said Martin. "Their work will contribute to strengthening the research and training environment for young Canadians in all regions of the country." Approximately 571 health research programs will benefit from the funding, with projects to be carried out over one to five years. Mount Sinai Hospital in Toronto, University of Manitoba, University of Calgary, and Centre Hospitalier de l'Université de Montréal are among several Canadian post-secondary institutions expected to receive money. For more information, visit: www.cihr-irsc.gc.ca.
March 21, 2005
International Co-operation Minister Aileen Carroll wants agencies to "get moving" with their plans to aid tsunami survivors. The Canadian International Development Agency (CIDA) has earmarked $200 million for aid workers as part of Ottawa's promise to match donations made by Canadians. Yet it has received few project outlines from Canadian aid groups. "So far, I've only received two," said Carroll. "I'm appreciative of the fact that the NGOs are thinking carefully of what they can do, and what the needs are, but I also would like them to come forward to me, because we're very cognizant now of what the needs are and of where Canada is developing its niches. I want them to get moving, and they will move in their time." Although Carroll did not offer details of the two proposals received, one is from the Canadian Red Cross, which raised more than $100 million by January 11th. UNICEF Canada president and CEO David Agnew says his organization has submitted a proposal for matching funds of about $16 million, and Emmanuel Isch of World Vision Canada says its three proposals are on the way.
March 21, 2005
A new Chronicle of Philanthropy survey finds that the assets of US foundations rose slightly in 2004, likely as a result of stock market growth. Among the 142 foundations that provided data for the 2003 and 2004 fiscal years, assets grew a median 5.1%. However, this growth won't translate into an increase in grantmaking for the majority of foundations. Sixty-seven of the 139 foundations that estimated their giving for 2005 said they would spend about the same as they did in 2004, while 57 said giving would increase, and 15 said it would decrease. The report also found that grantmakers spent a median of 16 cents on administrative expenses for every grant dollar. -- Chronicle of Philanthropy
March 21, 2005
A new study from the Gender and Peacebuilding Working Group finds there is little in-depth consideration of the particular implications of conflict for girls and women, or efforts to involve them in the peacebuilding process. Gender, peace and security agendas: Where are the girls and young women? aims to further explore and better understand the particular issues relating to girls and young women within women, peace and security agendas, and inform policy development relating to gender, peace and security. The study also highlights the fact that although Canadian women and women's peace movements are active, their activities and messages do not seem to target Canadian girls and young women. It recommends that individuals, the government, and military personnel become better informed about these issues. For more information or to download the report, visit: www.peacebuild.ca.
March 21, 2005
Science and Engineering Research Canada (NSERC) announced $2.46 million in new grants for 46 groups across Canada. The funds will be used to create imaginative science and engineering programming for young people, with many of the groups placing an emphasis on reaching out to girls and young women, Aboriginal Canadians, and visible minority youth. "The benefits of encouraging youth interest in science and engineering are clear, and I applaud these groups for their work," said the Honourable David L. Emerson, Minister of Industry. "A firm grasp of science and engineering not only opens the door to exciting and fulfilling future career paths, but also helps to foster young people's natural curiosity about the world around us." For more information about the recipients, visit: www.nserc.gc.ca.
March 14, 2005
The University of Victoria is moving forward with plans to expand and renovate its library, thanks in large part to a donation from the family of the late William C. Mearns. The provincial government is matching the gift, while the university and other donors will provide the other $10 million needed for the $20-million project. Mearns was a Victoria native who was instrumental in helping to acquire the land needed to establish a university in Victoria. He was awarded an honorary degree from UVic in 1991 in recognition of a lifetime of service and achievement. The new library will be called the William C. Mearns Centre for Learning in honour of this latest gift, which was made in Mearns' name by his children Craig, Lindsay, and Marily, and his widow Loula. For more information, visit: communications.uvic.ca.
March 14, 2005
Tim Hortons customers showed that they care about a lot more than coffee and doughnuts, giving $1 million through coin box collections in January. In just three weeks, coin boxes in 2,600 participating Tim Hortons restaurants collected an impressive $1,075,557 for UNICEF's tsunami relief efforts. "We are just overwhelmed by the results of the coin box fundraiser, and so pleased to be able to forward this money on our customers' behalf to UNICEF to help children who are still desperately in need in South Asia," said Paul House, president & COO of Tim Hortons. "Tim Hortons customers and staff really are an incredible group to give so generously!" UNICEF confirmed that all funds raised through the coin box collection campaign will go directly to tsunami relief efforts. For more information, visit: timhortons.com/en/news/news_releases.html.
March 14, 2005
A recent survey found that those who are most likely to volunteer include individuals who attend religious services once a week or more (72%), college graduates (68%), women (60% versus 54% for men), and those with incomes of at least $75,000 (62%). Interestingly, the people who volunteer the most each month do not necessarily fall into these categories. Individuals with incomes of less than $35,000 annually spend an average of 23 hours per month volunteering, the highest amount overall. Men came in second at 20 hours a month, followed by those who attend religious services once a week or more (19 hours), and 18-34 year olds (19 hours). -- Thrivent Financial for Lutherans
March 14, 2005
The Royal Ottawa Health Care Foundation kicked off a two-year, $15-million funding drive last week with the announcement that $3 million has already been raised. Approximately 60 doctors came forward with a total pledge of $1 million, as did the University of Ottawa Institute of Mental Health Research. Great-West Life Assurance presented the foundation with $500,000, while another $500,000 came from health officials, administrators, and board members. The campaign is raising funds for construction of the new Royal Ottawa Hospital, which is set to open in December 2006. For more information about the Royal Ottawa Health Care Group, visit: www.rohcg.on.ca.
March 14, 2005
A new study published by the UK-based National Council for Voluntary Organisations (NCVO) reveals that working partnerships can benefit both large and small organizations. Does size really matter? is the first study of its kind in the UK. It features eight in-depth case studies, as well as describing benefits, barriers, drivers and lessons learned from such collaborative working. "Large organizations have the capacity to help support smaller organizations, and we hope that the positive examples to come out of this study will encourage more of this type of collaborative working," said Elizabeth Ladimeji, Head of Partnerships, NCVO. "But the partnership can be a two-way learning experience: larger organizations can benefit greatly from innovative ideas generated by smaller organizations who are at the coal face of interacting with beneficiaries." For more information or to download the report, visit: www.ncvo-vol.org.uk.
March 14, 2005
The Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada (SSHRC) announced last week that it is investing $1 million in research that will identify the unique challenges of rural women, and examine better approaches to meeting those needs and getting their voices heard. "Women play an essential role in the vitality and survival of Canada's rural communities, yet they also bear the brunt of these regions' economic realities," said Marc Renaud, president of SSHRC. "This research investment will build sustainable alliances between federal and provincial ministries, businesses, municipal governments and the organizations dedicated to improving the lives of rural women and their families." Belinda Leach, University Research Chair in Rural Gender Studies at the University of Guelph, will lead a team of about 20 Canadian researchers and community organizations, including the National Farmers' Union and the Canadian Auto Workers. For more information, visit: www.sshrc.ca.
March 14, 2005
Although your inbox might not know it yet, a recent survey by Ipsos-Reid suggests that spam e-mail is beginning to decrease in Canada for the first time in four years. Last year, online Canadians received an average of 177 e-mails per week, 87 (49%) of which were spam. That's an improvement compared to 2003 when 68% of the average 197 e-mails received each week were spam. Back in 2001, people received an average of 30 spam messages per week. This doubled to 64 in 2002 and then jumped to 134 in 2003. -- Ipsos-Reid
March 14, 2005
Alberta-based Suncor Energy Inc. recently announced that it donated a record $7.4 million to more than 550 charitable organizations and nonprofit community groups in 2004. Approximately $5.8 million of that amount was donated through the Suncor Energy Foundation, while an additional $1.6 million was contributed by different Suncor businesses through cash and in-kind donations. Overall, about $4.6 million was invested in community projects. Approximately $1.7 million went to support education programs specifically in science and technology, and skills and trades. About $1 million was donated to support environmental initiatives. For more information, visit: www.suncor.com/inthecommunity.
March 14, 2005
Earth Day Canada wants to hear about environmental champions in communities across Canada. The Hometown Heroes Award Program recognizes and celebrates the achievements of people who make a significant contribution and improve the state of the environment at the local level. Potential candidates for this award include: children, teachers, families, community leaders, schools, municipalities, nonprofits, First Nations organizations, government employees, and community groups. A national winner will be selected and honoured at a gala dinner in Toronto, on June 2, 2005, and all finalists will have their success stories featured on the Earth Day Canada web site. The deadline for submissions is April 22. For more information or to access the online application, visit: www.earthday.ca.
March 14, 2005
Western Economic Diversification Canada is providing $400,000 to help the Down Syndrome Research Foundation (DSRF) establish a new $2.8 million brain-research facility. The facility will allow researchers to conduct non-intrusive real-time brain scanning to assess the functional difficulties or differences in brain activity of children and adults with a variety of conditions. "Advanced research into Down syndrome and other developmental delays is key to finding successful treatments and interventions," said Stephen Owen, Minister of Western Economic Diversification and Minister of State (Sport). "With the research generated from the new brain scanning facility, people with Down syndrome and their families will be able to benefit from new educational techniques, better healthcare, and a brighter future." For more information, visit: www.news.gc.ca.
March 7, 2005
The BC provincial government announced last week that it will seek legislative approval for a $25 million grant to the Vancouver Foundation. The proposed funding will help strengthen and secure the long-term future of the arts and culture sector in the province through the establishment of a new arts fund. The BC Arts Renaissance Fund will leverage funding from the private sector to establish additional endowments, creating long-term sustainability for BC's arts community, and enabling smaller organizations to access new opportunities for growth. "This money will provide lasting benefits to arts and culture organizations, and to the communities they serve," said Vancouver Foundation chair, Gerald McGavin. "The Vancouver Foundation believes in this long-term approach to community development and appreciates the willingness of the province to help in building a better British Columbia." For more information, visit: www2.news.gov.bc.ca.
March 7, 2005
After living in the lap of luxury for years, Patricia Michelle Salter pleaded guilty last week to 30 charges, including fraud and forgery. From January to June 2001 she defrauded the Ottawa Salvation Army and ALS Society of $150,000. She also targeted charities in southern Ontario, obtaining more than $68,000 in retainers from the Hesperus Fellowship Community of Ontario, and $140,000 in salary and bogus expenses from the Unionville Home Society. Upon hearing the evidence, Justice Lynn Ratushny called Salter's deeds "diabolical" and sentenced her to three years in jail.
March 7, 2005
A recent survey found that the majority of people cite their moral values as the reason they volunteer. Seventy-five percent of those surveyed said that acting on their values was either an 'absolutely important' or 'very important' factor in why they volunteer. Other reasons that people say they volunteer include gaining new experiences (47%), because they were helped by a volunteer in the past (42%), or because of a desire to meet other people (30%). Among young adults (ages 18 to 34), 59% said their major motivation for volunteering was to gain new experiences, while seniors (ages 65 and up) were most likely to place greater emphasis on their desire to meet other people (48%). The study also showed that 50% of respondents feel volunteering is more important than donating money, compared to 20% who said giving was more valuable. Twenty-six percent said that volunteering and giving were equally important. -- Thrivent Financial for Lutherans
March 7, 2005
Ginsler & Associates Inc. has released its most recent report, Capacity Building in Arts, Culture, and Heritage Organizations: Knowledge from the Field. The report reviews capacity building practices and evaluations from across North America. Aside from an overview and introduction to capacity building and its history, the report also covers the organizational capacity building process and important principles of capacity building. Although the focus is on the cultural sector, the knowledge base comes from capacity building literature that spans the voluntary sector. The report also includes a capacity building glossary and more than one hundred resources on capacity building in the voluntary sector. To download the report in PDF format, visit: www.ginsler.com.
March 7, 2005
The BC Hydro Employees' Community Services Fund (HYDRECS) is now accepting funding proposals from British Columbia-based registered charities in the health and social service sector. The funding is part of its "Special Projects" campaign, which this year will support charities that offer unique and exciting capital projects, and that can provide community-partnering opportunities. HYDRECS will provide up to $100,000 for a capital project that is provincial in scope, as well as funding for a capital project in each of the following four regions: up to $30,000 in the Lower Mainland; and up to $10,000 on Vancouver Island, the South Interior, and in the Northern Region. The application deadline is March 15th. For more information and submission guidelines, visit: www.bchydro.com/hydrecs.
March 7, 2005
Alcan Inc. is once again accepting submissions for the annual Alcan Prize for Sustainability. The company introduced the US$1 million prize in 2004 to recognize outstanding contributions to the goal of sustainability. The prize is open to all not-for-profit, non-governmental, civil society organizations that have made and continue to make significant contributions that integrate economic, environmental, and social sustainability for the benefit of present and future generations. The deadline for entries is March 31st. For more information and application guidelines, visit: www.alcanprizeforsustainability.com.
March 7, 2005
A new report from Hill Strategies Research finds there is an increasing number of visible minority, immigrant, and Aboriginal artists, most of whom earn less than the overall average among artists. Diversity in Canada's Arts Labour Force: An Analysis of 2001 Census Data showed that between 1991 and 2001, the number of artists in Canada grew by 29%, close to three times the rate of growth of the overall labour force (10%). With average earnings of $23,500, artists earned 26% less, on average, than other labour force workers. Visible minorities accounted for 8.9% of all artists, Aboriginal artists represented 2.4%, and immigrant artists represented 20% of all Canadian artists. Their average earnings were $20,800, $16,900, and $23,200 respectively. Despite the lower-than-average earnings, the number of visible minority and immigrant artists grew strongly between 1991 and 2001 (by 74% and 31% respectively). For more information or to download the report, visit: www.arts.on.ca.
March 7, 2005
According to a survey conducted by the Chronicle of Philanthropy, the 60 most generous donors in the United States gave a total of $10 billion in 2004, up from $5.9 billion the year before. Bill and Melinda Gates once again ranked at the top of the list with an estimated pledge of $3.35 billion to their own foundation, which is now worth approximately $31.5 billion. Susan Buffett, wife of the investor Warren Buffett, came in second, leaving an estimated $2.4 billion to the Buffett Foundation when she died last July. Rounding out the top five were John M. Templeton ($550 million), Caroline Wiess Law ($450 million), and George D. Cornell ($196 million). Other well-known people included on the list were: Michael Bloomberg ($138 million), Paul G. Allen ($71.9 million), Ted Turner ($68.1 million), Oprah Winfrey ($50 million), and Robert Atkins ($40 million). -- Chronicle of Philanthropy
March 7, 2005
The University of New Brunswick's Community Health Clinic in Fredericton received a $500,000 donation last week from the T.R. Meighen Family Foundation. The clinic is one of the only university teaching and research health clinics in Canada serving the homeless. "This generous donation to UNB's Forging Our Futures campaign will allow us to continue our pioneering research into the health issues surrounding the homeless and to give our students a unique hands-on learning opportunity in community health," said John McLaughlin, UNB president and vice chancellor. For more information, visit: www.unb.ca.
March 7, 2005
Research conducted by the Washington-based Forum of Regional Associations of Grantmakers found that since 1990, $44 million has been raised by giving circles across the United States. These groups pool contributions and collectively decide the best way to distribute the funds. Researchers identified 220 giving circles in 39 states, 80% of which have been formed since 2000. Giving Together: A National Scan of Giving Circles and Shared Giving describes the results of the national scan, explores the unique characteristics of these circles, and discusses the significance of the phenomenon in the context of today's philanthropic landscape. It also offers profiles of giving circles across the US. For more information or to download the report, visit: www.givingforum.org.
March 7, 2005
Developing Human Resources in the Voluntary Sector (HRVS) recently introduced a new addition to its online resources. The HRVS Performance Management section offers a comprehensive toolkit that walks users through setting up (or updating) and implementing a performance management system for their organization. As HRVS states, "An effective performance management system can: improve organizational capacity; improve employee performance; identify strengths; identify training and development needs; help make administrative decisions; and provide legal documentation." To access this free resource, visit: www.hrvs.ca/people/pg002_e.cfm.
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