tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-92412382024-03-07T21:57:28.150-05:00AFP Blog: Press ReleasesThis blog contains press releases on fundraising and philanthropy that the Resource Center has seen on the Internet. This listing is a sampling and is not intended to be all inclusive.
Disclaimer:AFP provides this listing of hyperlinks to other Internet pages as a privilege to the user. AFP does not necessarily endorse, support or attest to the accuracy of information posted on those Internet pages. Some urls may require registration to view and/or may only be available for a limited timeAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04391083263574140095noreply@blogger.comBlogger537125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9241238.post-7282972699892041242015-09-30T12:51:00.001-05:002015-09-30T12:51:40.709-05:00Trump Tax Plan Mixed on Charitable Giving - Press - AFPTrump Tax Plan Mixed on Charitable Giving - Press - AFP: "Proposal Would Keep Charitable Deduction Intact, While Keeping Tax on Gifts from Wealthy Donors
(Arlington, VA.) – In response to presidential candidate Donald Trump’s tax reform plan, Andrew Watt, FInstF, the president of the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP), released the following statement:
With AFP’s mission to Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04391083263574140095noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9241238.post-2745790919135558892015-09-22T09:02:00.001-05:002015-09-22T09:02:27.307-05:00Blackbaud to Host Largest Nonprofit Conference in Austin, TX | Blackbaud NewsBlackbaud to Host Largest Nonprofit Conference in Austin, TX | Blackbaud News:
'via Blog this'Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04391083263574140095noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9241238.post-12851885431443835592015-08-06T12:15:00.001-05:002015-08-06T12:15:46.117-05:00National Philanthropy DayNational Philanthropy Day: "2015 National Philanthropy Day Honorees!
National AFP has announced its 2015 National Philanthropy Day Honorees: six of the most outstanding, committed and inspiring donors and volunteers from across North America. Honorees will be recognized at the National Philanthropy Day Honors event in New York City on November 12 at the 92nd Street Y.
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'via Blog this'Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04391083263574140095noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9241238.post-62869296637967266142015-07-16T10:26:00.001-05:002015-07-16T10:26:10.022-05:00Foundation Center - Press Release - New Report Analyzes $1.8 Billion in Global Human Rights FundingFoundation Center - Press Release - New Report Analyzes $1.8 Billion in Global Human Rights Funding: "New Report Analyzes $1.8 Billion in Global Human Rights Funding
New York, NY — July 16, 2015. Released today, the 2015 edition of Advancing Human Rights: Update on Global Foundation Grantmaking analyzes $1.8 billion granted by 774 foundations in support of nearly 11,000 organizations worldwide. Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04391083263574140095noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9241238.post-25465690645300319882015-06-17T07:57:00.001-05:002015-06-17T07:57:32.736-05:00Ruffalo Noel Levitz Raises One Millionth Dollar for AFP Foundation for Philanthropy - AFP Foundations for Philanthropy - AFPPRESS RELEASE
Ruffalo Noel Levitz Raises One Millionth Dollar for AFP Foundation for Philanthropy - AFP Foundations for Philanthropy - AFP: "The Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) Foundation for Philanthropy congratulates and thanks Ruffalo Noel Levitz for reaching one million dollars in raised revenue on behalf of the foundation and AFP’s U.S. chapters through its cooperative AnnualAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04391083263574140095noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9241238.post-43118292485766029152015-05-20T10:07:00.001-05:002015-05-20T10:07:44.238-05:00ACCESS DEPARTURESACCESS DEPARTURES: "Montblanc and DEPARTURES are pleased to announce the nine honorees in the Montblanc "Great Characters" initiative. The accomplishments individuals—and their passion for giving back to their communities—is illuminating and inspiring.
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'via Blog this'Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04391083263574140095noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9241238.post-52185027430676196132015-04-20T10:05:00.001-05:002015-04-20T10:05:10.645-05:00Foundation Center - Press Release - Foundation Center Introduces Foundation Landscapes: EducationFoundation Center - Press Release - Foundation Center Introduces Foundation Landscapes: Education: "Three Prominent Foundation Leaders Join
Foundation Center Board of Trustees
New York, NY — April 20, 2015. Foundation Center, the leading source of information about philanthropy worldwide, has elected leaders from three of the most prominent U.S. foundations to its Board of Trustees. Earl Lewis,Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04391083263574140095noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9241238.post-64600018577655367842015-04-10T10:19:00.001-05:002015-04-10T10:19:10.273-05:00Tomorrow's Philanthropy Groundbreaking Research Impact of Philanthropy : Page 1 of 2 : FundRaising SuccessTomorrow's Philanthropy Groundbreaking Research Impact of Philanthropy : Page 1 of 2 : FundRaising Success: "(Press release, April 9, 2015) — Rogare, Plymouth University's fundraising think tank, and the Resource Alliance, have joined together in a two-year research collaboration to explore different philanthropic behaviors and how they deliver value to human well-being around the world"
'via Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04391083263574140095noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9241238.post-16904946086214960862015-03-23T09:18:00.001-05:002015-03-23T09:18:33.567-05:00Abila Launches Abila Elevate™ Fundraising Platform : Page 1 of 2 : FundRaising SuccessAbila Launches Abila Elevate™ Fundraising Platform : Page 1 of 2 : FundRaising Success: "Press release, March 23, 2015) — Abila, provider of software and services to nonprofits and associations, today announced Abila Elevate. Elevate is a smart, intuitive, easy-to-use, cloud-based fundraising solution that turns data into knowledge so that fundraisers can better know and engage with donors and Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04391083263574140095noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9241238.post-70745166409516636202015-03-23T09:17:00.001-05:002015-03-23T09:17:59.947-05:00Miami Children's Hospital Becomes Nicklaus Children's Hospital : Page 1 of 2 : FundRaising SuccessMiami Children's Hospital Becomes Nicklaus Children's Hospital : Page 1 of 2 : FundRaising Success: "Press release, March 19, 2015) — Originally founded as Variety Children's Hospital in 1950, Miami Children's Hospital unveiled a logo featuring its new Nicklaus Children's Hospital name, during a press conference with golf icon Jack Nicklaus and his wife Barbara. The new name is effective March 20Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04391083263574140095noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9241238.post-67992218252288489532015-03-09T11:58:00.001-05:002015-03-09T11:58:06.097-05:00IU Philanthropy Alumnus Joins White House Staff - Newsroom - Inside INdiana Business with Gerry DickIU Philanthropy Alumnus Joins White House Staff - Newsroom - Inside INdiana Business with Gerry Dick: "INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. - Dave Wilkinson, a former Jane Addams Fellow at the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy, has been named Director of the White House Office of Social Innovation and Civic Participation.
Under Wilkinson's leadership the Office will be focused on Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04391083263574140095noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9241238.post-73955592807108985082015-02-23T11:25:00.001-05:002015-02-23T11:25:59.348-05:00Virginia Fundraiser David Huffine, Vice President for Advancement at St. Joseph's Villa, Named 2015 Outstanding Fundraising ProfessionalVirginia Fundraiser David Huffine, Vice President for Advancement at St. Joseph's Villa, Named 2015 Outstanding Fundraising Professional: "ARLINGTON, VA, Feb. 23, 2015 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- David M. Huffine, CFRE, vice president for advancement for St. Joseph's Villa in Richmond, Va., and who has helped raise an estimated $750 million in charitable funds over his career, has been named the 2015 Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04391083263574140095noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9241238.post-19226415799180401922015-02-18T22:01:00.001-05:002015-02-18T22:01:56.797-05:00Abila Acquires Leading Provider of Online Continuing Education Solutions, Peach New MediaAbila Acquires Leading Provider of Online Continuing Education Solutions, Peach New MediaAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04391083263574140095noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9241238.post-62076651241257791482015-02-03T15:40:00.001-05:002015-02-03T15:40:37.460-05:00Fundraisers, Charities Hail Provisions in President's FY 2016 Budget That Encourage Giving, Highlight Charitable Deduction - Yahoo FinanceFundraisers, Charities Hail Provisions in President's FY 2016 Budget That Encourage Giving, Highlight Charitable Deduction - Yahoo Finance: "ARLINGTON, Va., Feb. 3, 2015 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) thanks the Obama Administration for proposals in its recently released budget that uphold the American tradition of philanthropy and will encourage more Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04391083263574140095noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9241238.post-40205563828966053852015-01-29T14:39:00.001-05:002015-01-29T14:39:45.930-05:00Blackbaud CRM Helps Increase Fundraising Revenue and Improves Visibility into Constituent Activity for Higher Education Institutions | Blackbaud NewsBlackbaud CRM Helps Increase Fundraising Revenue and Improves Visibility into Constituent Activity for Higher Education Institutions | Blackbaud News: "Charleston, S.C. (January 28, 2014) – Blackbaud, Inc. (NASDAQ: BLKB) today announced the results of a commissioned Total Economic Impact™ (TEI) study conducted by Forrester Consulting, examining the potential return on investment enterprises may Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04391083263574140095noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9241238.post-13799732607694113142015-01-12T08:45:00.001-05:002015-01-12T08:45:09.081-05:00Charities Aid Foundation America Expands to West Coast, Led by Paul Kalomeris -- SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 12, 2015 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ --Charities Aid Foundation America Expands to West Coast, Led by Paul Kalomeris -- SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 12, 2015 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ --: "SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 12, 2015 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Charities Aid Foundation America (CAF America), the nation's leader in global giving, today announced the opening of a West Coast office to meet increasing demand from individuals, foundations Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04391083263574140095noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9241238.post-69791040946204722812015-01-08T16:14:00.001-05:002015-01-08T16:14:14.506-05:00AUSTIN, Texas: Abila Highlights Key Nonprofit Fundraising Trends to Watch for in 2015 | Business Wire | Rock Hill Herald OnlineAUSTIN, Texas: Abila Highlights Key Nonprofit Fundraising Trends to Watch for in 2015 | Business Wire | Rock Hill Herald Online: "AUSTIN, TEXAS — Abila, the leading provider of software and services to nonprofits and associations, today shared its predictions that will have the biggest impact on fundraising for nonprofits in 2015: conversion optimization, or improving donation flow to raise more Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04391083263574140095noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9241238.post-71715330995976373512014-12-23T09:36:00.001-05:002014-12-23T09:36:01.206-05:00ASAE's Technology Conference & Expo Showcased New Technologies, Stressed Importance of Customer Experience -- WASHINGTON, Dec. 22, 2014 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ --ASAE's Technology Conference & Expo Showcased New Technologies, Stressed Importance of Customer Experience -- WASHINGTON, Dec. 22, 2014 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ --: " ASAE held its 2014 CIO Pre-Conference Workshop and Technology Conference & Expo, December 15-17, at the Gaylord National® Resort & Convention Center at National Harbor, Maryland. With a total of 1,203 total participants, Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04391083263574140095noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9241238.post-20599782173550901842014-12-23T09:25:00.001-05:002014-12-23T09:25:25.679-05:00TELUS: Canadians Asked to Commit 'Good Deeds for Wild Things'TELUS: Canadians Asked to Commit 'Good Deeds for Wild Things': "TELUS is contributing $5 million over five years to support organizations such as the World Wildlife Fund, Tree Canada, as well as local SPCAs, humane societies and hundreds of other organizations who protect our environment and support animals and their habitats in Canada. To celebrate, we are asking Canadians to commit 'Good Deeds Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04391083263574140095noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9241238.post-87786749650689556872014-11-26T12:18:00.001-05:002014-11-26T12:18:06.315-05:00Nonprofit Technology Leader Releases Blackbaud CRM 4.0 | Blackbaud NewsNonprofit Technology Leader Releases Blackbaud CRM 4.0 | Blackbaud News: "Charleston, S.C. (November 25, 2014) – Blackbaud, Inc. (NASDAQ: BLKB), a leading global provider of software and services for the nonprofit, charitable giving and education communities, today announced the availability of Blackbaud CRM™ 4.0. The new release offers customers rich developments in the areas of usability, Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04391083263574140095noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9241238.post-62629913257910178532014-10-28T10:23:00.001-05:002014-10-28T10:23:11.741-05:00TCG Annual Report: Nonprofit Theatres Report Recovery Since Recession : Page 1 of 2 : FundRaising SuccessTCG Annual Report: Nonprofit Theatres Report Recovery Since Recession : Page 1 of 2 : FundRaising Success: "(Press release, Oct. 27, 2014) — Not-for-profit theatres contributed over $2 billion to the U.S. economy and attracted 34.9 million attendees, according to Theatre Facts 2013, released by Theatre Communications Group (TCG). Based on the annual TCG Fiscal Survey, Theatre Facts is the only Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04391083263574140095noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9241238.post-70441423253626566222014-10-27T10:18:00.001-05:002014-10-27T10:18:44.583-05:00Taproot Foundation Launches Pro Bono Resource for Nonprofits : Page 1 of 2 : FundRaising SuccessTaproot Foundation Launches Pro Bono Resource for Nonprofits : Page 1 of 2 : FundRaising Success: "(Press release, Oct. 23, 2014) — The Taproot Foundation launched Taproot+, a first-of-its-kind resource connecting nonprofits that need pro bono talent to business professionals who want to donate their expertise. With Taproot+, nonprofits can define the right pro bono project for their needs, Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04391083263574140095noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9241238.post-33678036818018171982014-10-16T09:42:00.001-05:002014-10-16T09:42:44.127-05:00New Chair of the Resource Alliance Announced : Page 1 of 1 : FundRaising SuccessNew Chair of the Resource Alliance Announced : Page 1 of 1 : FundRaising Success: "(Press release, Oct. 15, 2014) — The Resource Allianceis delighted to announce that Vicky Annis has been appointed as its new chair of trustees, replacing Jan Krol who has come to the end of his term."
'via Blog this'Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04391083263574140095noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9241238.post-20885604016305454132014-10-07T08:56:00.001-05:002014-10-07T08:56:06.296-05:00#GivingTuesday Momentum Builds in the U.S., with Unprecedented Unity from Coast to Coast Leading Up to December 2, 2014#GivingTuesday Momentum Builds in the U.S., with Unprecedented Unity from Coast to Coast Leading Up to December 2, 2014: "During meetings in Washington, DC today, a small but powerful part of more than 10,000 U.S.-based #GivingTuesday partners and supporters joined forces to solidify their commitments for #GivingTuesday. Among the attendees, there was a feeling of national unity over the prospectAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04391083263574140095noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9241238.post-1581790930076083892014-10-07T08:04:00.001-05:002014-10-07T08:04:19.605-05:00Blackbaud Convenes Nonprofit Community at 15th Annual Conference | Business WireBlackbaud Convenes Nonprofit Community at 15th Annual Conference | Business Wire: "More than 2000 nonprofit professionals joined Blackbaud, Inc. (NASDAQ: BLKB) in Nashville, TN for bbcon 2014, its 15th annual conference for nonprofits, to gain practical insight and explore technology advancements in the nonprofit sector. With more than 160 sessions, including discovery tracks, thought leadership Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04391083263574140095noreply@blogger.com0