The Shreveport Times-Program prepares young leaders to be community board members

The Shreveport Times: "Chandra Daniel thought about being a nonprofit board member but figured she was too young and didn't have the money or clout to bring to the position.

Training at LANO North cured those misconceptions.

'We are the next generation of leaders, and that's the only way we're going to learn is to actually be there and do the work,' Daniel said.

Last year, the Louisiana Association of Nonprofit Organizations launched its first Community Leaders program to teach young adults what it means to serve on a board then place them on various boards. The next session will begin with a reception Thursday."

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Philanthropy 101 at CA - The Concord Journal

Philanthropy 101 at CA - The Concord Journal: "An anonymous gift to five Concord schools for a new philanthropy program has given the first students to complete the program’s mission the honor of providing essential money to three nonprofit organizations.

Fifteen students at Concord Academy received the training necessary to award grants to local nonprofits through the Concord Common Weal Fund, a newly established endowment made possible through the anonymous donation of $1.4 million."

Maine's Top Two Youth Volunteers Selected In 12th Annual National Awards Program

Maine's Top Two Youth Volunteers Selected In 12th Annual National Awards Program: "Maine's Top Two Youth Volunteers Selected In 12th Annual National Awards Program

West Bath and Winterport students earn $1,000 awards, engraved medallions and trip to nation’s capital

Honors also bestowed on other top youth volunteers in Maine

AUGUSTA, Maine--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Kelly Davis, 17, of West Bath and Stephanie Dunton, 13, of Winterport today were named Maine's top two youth volunteers for 2007 by The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards, a nationwide program honoring young people for outstanding acts of volunteerism. The awards program, now in its 12th year, is conducted by Prudential Financial in partnership with the National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP)."

MyWestTexas.com - Conference aimed at creating new philanthropists

MyWestTexas.com - Conference aimed at creating new philanthropists: "Some 100 youngsters from around the Permian Basin will take part in Abell-Hanger's 2007 Students in Philanthropy Conference titled 'The Ultimate Gift' from 8:30 a.

m. to 1 p.m. today at the Advanced Technology Center.



SIP programs at Midland College, University of Texas of the Permian Basin and Odessa College and high schools in Midland, Odessa and Greenwood include some 160 youngsters, Abell-Hanger Executive Director David Smith said."

Colgate group accepting applications for grants

Colgate group accepting applications for grants: "Colgate group accepting applications for grants
Monday, February 12, 2007

Colgate University's Student Philanthropy Council, a student-run foundation run under the Upstate Institute, is accepting grant applications"

Inside Bay Area - Nonprofits join to plug holes in disaster response

Inside Bay Area - Nonprofits join to plug holes in disaster response: "Nonprofits join to plug holes in disaster response
By Michele R. Marcucci
Article Last Updated: 02/05/2007 03:23:04 PM PST

When a disaster strikes, nonprofit agencies are typically the ones to provide its victims shelter, food and other necessities.

But here in the Bay Area, they haven't gone far enough to plan for the worst, or to figure out how to best communicate with the public agencies and private companies coordinating their own responses.

Today in San Francisco, six regional nonprofit agencies and the city's emergency managers pledged to plug the holes in their disaster response efforts by creating a coordinated assistance network.

The pledge will make San Francisco one of just six American cities undertaking such efforts. And it could lead to additional planning efforts around the Bay Area, one person involved in creating the network said."

Herald News :: News :: Giving warms students, recipients

Herald News :: News :: Giving warms students, recipients: "Giving warms students, recipients

February 6, 2007
By JANET LUNDQUIST Staff Writer

The eighth-graders at St. Jude school in Joliet learned this Christmas how good it can feel to help somebody in need.

A family from the church anonymously donated cash to the 11-member class -- $100 for each child -- to teach them a lesson in philanthropy."

Leaders of Tomorrow -- Jump In! | The Nonprofit Congress

Leaders of Tomorrow -- Jump In! | The Nonprofit Congress: "How can the Nonprofit Congress help develop students’ nonprofit leadership skills? Any chance we can strengthen the connections between campus and community at the same time? Participants at the American Humanics’ annual Management Institute answered a resounding “yes” and came up with the following ideas:"

www.exduco.net - Graduate schools and programs guide

www.exduco.net - Graduate schools and programs guide: "K-12 youth, educators and community-based professionals will share best practices during Youth Philanthropy and Service Annual Workshop - 2007-02-05
Hundreds of local students, educators and community-based professionals will gather to share advice and anecdotes on how engaging in community service and volunteering made a difference in their schools, neighborhoods and beyond during the 11th Youth Philanthropy and Service Annual Workshop on February 14 at the Holiday Inn South in Independence, Ohio.

Youth Philanthropy and Service (YPS) is an initiative of the Mandel Center for Nonprofit Organizations at Case Western Reserve University. The program's mission is 'to develop and promote leadership and personal involvement by youth in the giving of time, treasure, and talent to their community.'"

Digital Journal - Boy who donated Horse for Charity Auction will keep his Pet after all

Digital Journal - Boy who donated Horse for Charity Auction will keep his Pet after all: "Andrew Jentlie, 10, donates his miniature horse of 4 years to charity to aid Juvenile Diabetes cure and the buyers pay $6000 and return the horse back to Andrew.
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A 10-year-old Chandler boy who offered to donate his miniature horse for a charity auction will get to keep his pet, thanks to two generous bidders. Last week Andrew Jentlie, who has diabetes, made one of the toughest choices in his life. He offered to give up Zig-Zag, his miniature horse for the past four years, to be auctioned in a benefit for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation."

One by One: Quixtar Philanthropy Across the World : A small group of thoughtful committed kids

One by One: Quixtar Philanthropy Across the World : A small group of thoughtful committed kids: "A small group of thoughtful committed kids
Tuesday, January 30, 2007

Margaret Mead once said 'Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.”

I want to draw your attention to a small group of thoughtful committed school kids from Northville, Michigan. At a time when international understanding is critical to the future, especially when it comes to Muslim nations, these kids are working their tails off raising money to help their counterparts in Afghanistan. Through a non-profit organization, Kids 4 Afghan Kids, they established with the help of their teacher and Quixtar IBO, Khris Nedam, they've raised enough money to witness the construction of a six-room school, an orphanage, a bakery/kitchen, a guest house and a community well."

Youth philanthropy group to meet 'Comic Book Rabbi' | www.azstarnet.com ®

Youth philanthropy group to meet 'Comic Book Rabbi' | www.azstarnet.com ®: "Youth philanthropy group to meet 'Comic Book Rabbi'
B'nai Tzedek holding its first winter retreat
By Shelley Shelton
arizona daily star
Tucson, Arizona | Published: 01.30.2007
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As part of its first winter retreat on Feb. 11, the Tucson group of B'nai Tzedek — a youth philanthropy program that just got off the ground last month — will meet with a man known as the 'Comic Book Rabbi.'"

Future Leaders in Philanthropy: FLiP Facebook Success!

Future Leaders in Philanthropy: FLiP Facebook Success!: "FLiP Facebook Success!

FLiP Facebook success! We're proud to announce that our Facebook group has just rearched 100 members! The members represent at least 50 schools and hail from more than 15 cities, including New York, Boston, Charlotte, Indianapolis, Des Moines, Vancouver, and Tulsa."

The Daniel Island News

The Daniel Island News: "Fuzzy Feet philanthropy at DI School seeks your help
By SUZANNE DETAR
Jan 25, 2007, 13:41

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The Daniel Island School is participating in a nationwide philanthropy effort to provide socks and slippers to children at MUSC.

The program, called Fuzzy Feet, was started in 2002 by 14-year-old Brittany Clifford,"

Young Donors In Training

Young Donors In Training: "Young Donors In Training
Coaches and peer networks are helping kids of the wealthy give wisely

Growing up, Jos Thalheimer knew his family was wealthy. He lived in a mansion with tennis courts and a swimming pool. He went to Choate Rosemary Hall, an elite Connecticut boarding school. But his family, which inherited the legacy created when his great-grandfather founded the American Oil Co. (Amoco) in 1910, rarely talked to him about their money or what it meant. Although his father directed a family foundation that gave away $1.5 million annually, Thalheimer didn't even learn about it until his late teens."

Philanthropy: Get 'Em Started Early

Philanthropy: Get 'Em Started Early: "Philanthropy: Get 'Em Started Early
PNC's Bruce Bickel explains how to teach your kids money management and charitable giving

Even children as young as six or seven should learn about the responsibilities of wealth. So says Bruce Bickel, senior vice-president at the wealth management unit of PNC Financial Services Group (PNC ) in Pittsburgh. Since joining the bank in 1988, the plain-speaking U.S. Naval Academy graduate and former Baptist minister has built a national practice helping clients establish private charitable foundations. He also teaches families how to pass on philanthropic values to younger generations. Bickel discussed his ideas with correspondent Aaron Pressman."

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http://view.exacttarget.com/?ffcb10-fe911d727661067a77-fde31771776d0d757c1c727c-ff3315707163: "Youth in Philanthropy Summit
We failed to mention last month that the North American Youth in Philanthropy Summit was organized by the Association of Fund Raising Professionals (AFP)."

Green Bay Press-Gazette - Event aims to teach kids how to handle money

Green Bay Press-Gazette - Event aims to teach kids how to handle money: "Event aims to teach kids how to handle money

By Mike Hoeft
mhoeft@greenbaypressgazette.com

This weekend, kids can learn there's more to do with a dollar than spend it.

They also need to be taught about saving and sharing money, said Dave Schmitz, a Green Bay community police officer.

Schmitz will work with youths Sunday on a Kids Share venture sponsored by the Women's Fund of Greater Green Bay.

By donating a dollar to a good cause, kids can learn the importance of philanthropy."

Article - News - Teen runner doubles his standard: 200 miles in two days

Article - News - Teen runner doubles his standard: 200 miles in two days: "Teen runner doubles his standard: 200 miles in two days
A Lake Forest resident who ran 100 miles in a day wants to finish 200 miles in two days to raise $20,000 for a hospital.
By ERIKA I. RITCHIE
The Orange County Register

LAKE FOREST – Jesse Zweig hopes to make the finish line in the hardest run of his life.

The 18-year-old former cross country and track athlete set a goal – run 200 miles in 48 hours. And do it for charity. He leaves at 2:30 p.m. today from El Toro High School."

wcbstv.com - Family First: Charitable Celebrations For Kids

wcbstv.com - Family First: Charitable Celebrations For Kids: "Family First: Charitable Celebrations For Kids
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Cindy Hsu
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(CBS) NEW YORK If you have young children, the whole birthday party planning thing can get a little crazy. Some parents end up spending hundreds and even thousands of dollars on elaborate parties at fancy spots when the kids would be just as happy playing with a small group of friends at home. Other parents are using party time to teach their children an important lesson about giving to others. Some families ask their guests to bring donations for a certain charity instead of gifts for the birthday boy or girl. Last year, my friend Becky threw a party for her daughter and told us to bring a new bottle of vitamins instead of presents. The vitamins went to orphans in China, which was a powerful reminder of how much we take for granted."

Muncie Teen Appointed to U.S. Senate Youth Program || Muncie Free Press

Muncie Teen Appointed to U.S. Senate Youth Program || Muncie Free Press: "MUNCIE, IN - Nicholas Leonard, a resident of Muncie, is one of two high school students designated as a Youth delegate to the Senate by Dr. Suellen K. Reed. Senators Richard G. Lugar and Evan Bayh announced yesterday the appointments of Leonard and Justin Kingsolver (Fishers) as the Indiana delegates to the 45th Anniversary United States Senate Youth Program in Washington, D.C.

Nicholas Leonard, a resident of Muncie, is Vice President of the National Honor Society, Co-Chair of the Mayor's Youth Council on Philanthropy, and Vice President of Latin Club at Muncie Central High School."

Summit helps out nonprofits

Summit helps out nonprofits: "Summit helps out nonprofits
Tuesday, January 16, 2007
By NATALIA E. ARBULÚ
narbulu@repub.com

LONGMEADOW - College students and officials from local nonprofit organizations came together yesterday during a daylong summit aimed at creating solutions to various business problems.

A total of 35 students and officials from six nonprofit agencies participated in 'A Call to Action,' held at Bay Path College. The summit, planned by Bay Path's presidential ambassadors, is part of the college's community services program."

Edyth Bush Charitable Foundation

Edyth Bush Charitable Foundation: "Once again, the AFP has honored youths by awarding the David R. Roberts Youth in Philanthropy Award at its annual National Philanthropy Day breakfast. The David R. Roberts Award is named after the Edyth Bush Charitable Foundation’s first President, Founding Director, and legal advisor and friend to Mrs. Edyth Bush. This year’s award recipient is Imperial Dance Company.

David Odahowski, the Foundation’s President and CEO, recently participated in the AFP National Youth in Philanthropy Summit held at Rollins College in Winter Park, Florida."

Student uses trip to Cambodia to change a little corner of her world

Student uses trip to Cambodia to change a little corner of her world: "Sidhtara Tep leaves tonight for an opportunity of a lifetime. The Westview High School senior is part of an 18-member team traveling to Cambodia for two weeks with Northwest Medical Teams to provide dental treatment to orphans and widows in the rural Rattanakiri province."

Kansas City Jewish Chronicle-B'nai Tzedek stimulates young philanthropy

Kansas City Jewish Chronicle:
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"In an effort to expand the reach of B'nai Tzedek, Dees said JCF decided to get teens involved in the first-ever Jewish Youth Philanthropy Conference held last spring in Denver. Five B'nai Tzedek fund owners - William Nemitoff, David Alpert, Paige Lowenstein, Paulina Siegel and Jordan Pollack - attended the three-day conference along with Dees and Karen Gerson, director of Informal Jewish Education, a program of the Jewish Federation."