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Sandy’s ill wind apparently blows some good to US non-profits
US charitable giving is estimated to have grown 1.7 per cent in 2012 from the previous year. However, had it not been for Super Storm Sandy in October, it might well have gone down, according …
Highlighting the importance of private philanthropic foundations
It is widely recognized that this is a tough time for the charity sector. Public donations to charities have fallen by 20% in real terms in the past year, with £1.7 billion less being given. £81 …
New Foundation Center initiative to keep track of Giving Pledge and its effects
The Foundation Center is to keep an ‘Eye on the Giving Pledge’, launched by Warren Buffett and the Gateses. The new move, described by the Foundation Center as a ‘resource’, is part of the Center’s …
A round-up of recent civil society developments in China
Guiding Principles for religious organizations’ charitable work The first regulatory development of some note was the issuance in late February of regulations governing the charitable activities of religious organizations. These regulations discuss the ‘Guiding Principles’ …
Beyond our borders
Australia is in an interesting position culturally and geographically – while historically its modern culture is from the British cultural tradition, it is physically located in the Asia-Pacific and home to a diverse population, one-third …
Do tax incentives for charitable giving have an effect: the next instalment
President Obama’s proposal to limit the tax break wealthy people get for charitable deductions in order to help fund a universal healthcare system in the US has given rise to much debate about how much …
Latest report on giving by the wealthy shows levels unaffected
The latest report on giving by wealthy individuals confirms a trend that is becoming clearer: that the giving habits of the wealthy are not being adversely affected by the economic downturn. According to the Financial …
