Chelsa Wagner, the controller of Allegheny County, Pa., has released her office’s first newsletter, which is a lengthy tirade on the “cost” imposed by the county’s tax-exempt entities.
Pa. County Controller Laments “Cost” of Tax-Exemptions
Another George Lucas Production? Branding San Anselmo
Corporate investment in public spaces is hardly a new phenomenon, but how far will it go?
Rockefeller Gives Tata Lifetime Achievement Award
Ratan Tata, recent recipient of a lifetime achievement award from the Rockefeller Foundation, suggests a rationale behind philanthropy that we don’t often hear.
Mass. Program Provides Pass to Arts and Culture
In Massachusetts, the Highland Street Foundation celebrates the success of a statewide program providing free visits to museums and cultural venues for underserved youth and families.
Confluence of Issues Enlivens Pittsburgh PILOTs Debate
If anyone ever thought that the issue of collecting tax payments from tax-exempt property owners was purely about tax revenues, Pittsburgh will give you reason to think again.
Motion Filed to Block Second Mile Asset Transfer
A motion to block the transfer of assets from convicted pedophile Jerry Sandusky’s Second Mile to a Christian youth group contends the funds should be retained for potential civil judgments.
What to Expect Now That the Supreme Court Has Upheld Obama’s Health Care Law
The Supreme Court has upheld the so-called “Obamacare” health care reform law. However, more battles are yet to come as the real work of reform will now begin in earnest.
Critic Says Call for Evidence-Based Policy Fueled by Naivety
Can an evidence-based approach be successfully applied to all social policy? British blogger David Walker says that to believe it can requires “a strong dash of piety and naivety.”
What Will the Sum of Losses Be for Komen?
Julie Teer, Susan G. Komen for the Cure’s vice president in charge of resource development, is the latest exec to leave the organization. When all is said and done, we wonder what the sum total of losses will be.
Tips to Consider on a For-Profit to Nonprofit Job Transition
Alison Green identifies eight rules for people considering switching from for-profit to nonprofit employment, but there are other tips and trends that potential sector-switchers should consider.
Public Broadcasting Study Points to Need for Federal Funding
A Corporation for Public Broadcasting study pinpoints alternative funding sources for public television and radio while underscoring the consequences of potential federal funding cuts.
Philanthropy’s Promise Grows Base of Supporting Foundations
The “Philanthropy’s Promise” initiative, which aims to broaden the reach of philanthropic dollars in the U.S., has shown sizable growth in the last year.