Arlington, Virginia tells the Boy Scouts that fundraising carwashes violate local storm water regulations.
City Bans Charity Carwashes Due to Polluted Runoff
One Health Center Sees Exodus of Doctors after Transition Goes Awry
A well-respected health center has had three executives in just over a year. Now, thirty of its medical providers have resigned en masse because the direction they see the organization heading is not aligned with the values they hold.
Study: Why Has the Number of Black Professionals in Philanthropy Decreased?
For all of the talk about diversity in philanthropy, the numbers about blacks as foundation CEOs, trustees, and senior professional staff do not paint a good picture. A study from the Association of Black Foundation Executives reveals some of what might be causing blacks to leave rather than join foundations.
Foundation Center Launches New Platform for “Democracy Funding”
Philanthropy can only go so far; it needs an effective public sector partner to create true systemic change. This research tool provides important information on who is funding advocates for greater accountability and effectiveness in government.
One United Way Increases Admin Fees and Sees Drop in Designated Gifts
The United Way for Greater Topeka has faced serious post-Recession issues, but has their response further weakened their position with the community?
The Truth about Mass Surveillance: Nonprofits Call for NSA Policy Change
The reverberations of Edward Snowden’s disclosures about the National Security Agency are still roiling around the world. In a visit to Poland, President Obama hoped to focus on what the U.S. and its allies are doing to protect Ukraine, but a Polish nonprofit named the Panoptypkon Foundation kept the pressure on the U.S. president to explain what is being done to reveal and rein in mass surveillance.
Shelley Sterling to Co-Chair Charity Funded by 10% of Clippers Sale Proceeds
According to the Associated Press, Shelly Sterling, wife of L.A. Clippers owner Donald Sterling, will continue to be close to the Clippers organization. As part of the terms of the currently reported but not finalized sale of the team, 10 percent of the sale price—or $200 million—is to be funneled into a charity that will, according to reports, be controlled by Mrs. Sterling.
Foundations Standing Up
The Council on Foundations is holding its annual meeting this week in Washington, D.C. Though some of us at NPQ have reputations as critical of foundations, we think it worthwhile to highlight some recent challenging examples of foundations taking action where action is really needed.
Live Blog: Council on Foundations Annual Meeting
Today Rick Cohen will be bringing us live updates from the 2014 Council on Foundations’ annual conference, so make sure to revisit this link for updates!
After Growth Plan Fails, a YMCA Files for Bankruptcy
The YMCA in Milwaukee has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy to allow for restructuring of the organization. According to the bankruptcy petition, the organization has amassed $29 million in debt and has deemed operations to be unsustainable.
Library Launches Innovative Culinary Literacy Program
Take one unused library space. Stock well with healthy ingredients and state-of-the-art kitchen fixtures. Stir in two high-profile chefs. Sprinkle generously with community partnerships. Fold in reading, math, science and problem-solving lessons. Serve seniors and students, low-literacy adults, restaurant workers and library patrons.
New Study Reveals Big Drop in Charity Care in Medicaid Expansion States
A new study by the Colorado Hospital Association entitled “Impact of Medicaid Expansion on Hospital Volumes” has found that states that have participated in Medicaid expansion have seen an average 30 percent drop in the use of hospital charity care dollars, as compared to nonparticipating states, where there has been even a slight increase in the use of charity care.