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Monday, September 20, 2010
idsnews.com | Indiana Daily Student |
idsnews.com | Indiana Daily Student |: "usiness and volunteering may not have gone hand in hand in the past, but the Civic Leadership Development, a service-based engagement program out of the Kelley School of Business, now provides new opportunities to all undergraduate students at IU."
Thursday, September 16, 2010
Kansas State Collegian - K-Staters’ nonprofit services rewarded
Kansas State Collegian - K-Staters’ nonprofit services rewarded: "“A rising tide lifts all boats.” Perhaps this aphorism is a bit trite, but it holds true in the cases of Logan Jones and Lyndsay Bruns, two K-State students who were recently awarded $4,500 scholarships for their work in nonprofit leadership and community service.
Jones, senior in family studies and human services, and Bruns, senior in marketing, were selected by the American Humanics program and the W.K. Kellogg Foundation as the fall 2010 Next Generation Nonprofit Leaders."
Jones, senior in family studies and human services, and Bruns, senior in marketing, were selected by the American Humanics program and the W.K. Kellogg Foundation as the fall 2010 Next Generation Nonprofit Leaders."
Joy of giving in Mumbai to encourage youths for charity, IBN Live News
Joy of giving in Mumbai to encourage youths for charity, IBN Live News: "Joy of giving in Mumbai to encourage youths for charity
PTI | 10:09 PM,Sep 15,2010
Mumbai, Sep 15 (PTI) Joyfest along with University of Mumbai will celebrate 'Joy of Giving' in an effort to sensitise the youth towards the under-privileged and encourage students to help the needy. 'Joy of Giving' beginning from September 26. Joyfest is a movement across 500 colleges in the country including 150 from Mumbai and the 'Joy of Giving' week is an initiative of NGOs and youth organisation working towards the empowerment of the under-privileged section of the society."
PTI | 10:09 PM,Sep 15,2010
Mumbai, Sep 15 (PTI) Joyfest along with University of Mumbai will celebrate 'Joy of Giving' in an effort to sensitise the youth towards the under-privileged and encourage students to help the needy. 'Joy of Giving' beginning from September 26. Joyfest is a movement across 500 colleges in the country including 150 from Mumbai and the 'Joy of Giving' week is an initiative of NGOs and youth organisation working towards the empowerment of the under-privileged section of the society."
Student Philanthropy Council
Student Philanthropy Council: "The Student Philanthropy Council works with the Office of Development to educate students about the impact that the generosity of others has had on Messiah College while simultaneously facilitating student giving and teaching students to be good stewards of their resources. Please click on the links below to learn more about the various programs that the Student Philanthropy Council sponsors."
Thursday, September 09, 2010
NKU program gives away thousands - State & Regional - Wire - Kentucky.com
NKU program gives away thousands - State & Regional - Wire - Kentucky.com: "HIGHLAND HEIGHTS, Ky. -- Northern Kentucky University is spreading the word about its highly successful student philanthropy program.
The school says that in the past decade, students studying community needs have handed out $450,000 to nonprofits in the form of small grants.
Private donors provide most of the funding. Students distributed $30,000 in grants in the last academic year."
The school says that in the past decade, students studying community needs have handed out $450,000 to nonprofits in the form of small grants.
Private donors provide most of the funding. Students distributed $30,000 in grants in the last academic year."
Wednesday, September 08, 2010
Students refurbish computers to donate to charity
Students refurbish computers to donate to charity: "Students from the Montgomery County Students Information Technology Foundation Inc. at Thomas Edison High School of Technology in Wheaton will donate�a complete computer lab consisting of six computers with operating systems, monitors, keyboards, mice and a printer,�to a nonprofit charitable organization in Montgomery County.�"
Something to sing about | The Abington Journal, Clarks Summit, PA
Something to sing about | The Abington Journal, Clarks Summit, PA: "SCOTT TWP.When Alex Rojek, 17, decided last year to hold a fundraising event to benefit a charity that has helped him personally, no one doubted that it would be a show to remember. The Holy Cross High School senior had been active in the drama club, captain of the cross country team and carried a 4.0 grade point average. Now that the event is in its second year of existence, the production’s organizer from Scott Township"
Press Publications > Archives > Vadnais Heights Press > News > Teens with hearts for
charity help heal Haiti
Press Publications > Archives > Vadnais Heights Press > News > Teens with hearts for<br />charity help heal Haiti: "MAHTOMEDI — After leading a youth fundraising effort that raised $15,000, Amanda Sexson journeyed to Haiti and saw the dollars at work.
For several years the Mahtomedi High School ninth-grader has rallied classmates to use their creative talents to raise money for a variety of charities."
For several years the Mahtomedi High School ninth-grader has rallied classmates to use their creative talents to raise money for a variety of charities."
Thursday, September 02, 2010
High school girls golfers to raise money for charity | democratandchronicle.com | Democrat and Chronicle
High school girls golfers to raise money for charity | democratandchronicle.com | Democrat and Chronicle: "hat's the plan for Paige Thompson and her pals for the 100 Holes for CURE Golf Tournament, a charity event Thursday at Country Club of Mendon in Honeoye Falls. Their goal: Raise $3,000."
Youth move from speculation to optimism to action | Philanthropy Journal
Youth move from speculation to optimism to action | Philanthropy Journal: "A movement of youth philanthropy is taking place across the state, driven by community-based investors, advisors, volunteers and yes, even (and especially) teenagers.
This year, 21 youth-giving sites will operate throughout the State, from Henderson to Hickory, from Gaston to Gastonia.�"
This year, 21 youth-giving sites will operate throughout the State, from Henderson to Hickory, from Gaston to Gastonia.�"
The Importance of Reflective Philanthropy: Lessons for donors interested in innovation � High Impact Philanthropy
The Importance of Reflective Philanthropy: Lessons for donors interested in innovation � High Impact Philanthropy: "As part of our�Youth Perspectives in Philanthropy series, JYPI201 teen funder�Eric Miller discussed his passion for an organization called PlayPumps International which sought to overcome the ubiquitous fresh-water shortage problem faced by many African communities. The solution involved pumping water from currently inaccessible underground reservoirs, the highlight being that the pump would be powered by a roundabout, so that when children played with it, clean water would be pumped into a water storage tank. As Eric noted, “I fell in love with PlayPumps because the idea was so basic, so simple, and so helpful.” It was a simple “fun” technological solution to an important problem—lack of clean water."
Tuesday, August 31, 2010
Doing their part | News Virginian
Doing their part | News Virginian: "During her second year on the Youth Philanthropy Council, Garber will join about 15 other students from local high schools to learn about philanthropy and determine how to award $10,000 in grant money to area nonprofits to help youth in the community."
"Launched in August 2007 to raise needed resources for permanent, supportive housing, the Key Player Initiative was met with immediate success. Kellwood Foundation made a 5-year corporate commitment with a financial contribution totaling $195,000. Archdiocese of St. Louis Catholic elementary and high schools raised $221,000 during the 2007-2008 school year. In November 2008, the St. Louis chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals awarded the Key Player Initiative its Outstanding Youth in Philanthropy award."
Thursday, August 26, 2010
Wheaton Teen's Charity Work Draws Attention - cbs2chicago.com
Wheaton Teen's Charity Work Draws Attention - cbs2chicago.com: "Wheaton Teen's Charity Work Draws Attention
ROBERT SANCHEZ, (Arlington Heights) Daily Herald
WHEATON, Ill. (AP) ― Kendall Ciesemier was 11 when an idea to donate $360 to sponsor one child in Africa blossomed into a charity that would raise money for thousands of kids affected by AIDS.
In that time, she met a former president, appeared on 'The Oprah Winfrey Show' and raised more than $830,000 through her Kids Caring 4 Kids organization. But a few years later, the motivation that called her to action was starting to wane.
'It's hard to come so far from the moment I said I wanted to help these kids,' said the Wheaton resident, now 17."
ROBERT SANCHEZ, (Arlington Heights) Daily Herald
WHEATON, Ill. (AP) ― Kendall Ciesemier was 11 when an idea to donate $360 to sponsor one child in Africa blossomed into a charity that would raise money for thousands of kids affected by AIDS.
In that time, she met a former president, appeared on 'The Oprah Winfrey Show' and raised more than $830,000 through her Kids Caring 4 Kids organization. But a few years later, the motivation that called her to action was starting to wane.
'It's hard to come so far from the moment I said I wanted to help these kids,' said the Wheaton resident, now 17."
Wednesday, August 25, 2010
Parents Matter: New Study Shows Influence of Family on Giving Decisions - Home - The Chronicle of Philanthropy- Connecting the nonprofit world with news, jobs, and ideas
Parents Matter: New Study Shows Influence of Family on Giving Decisions - Home - The Chronicle of Philanthropy- Connecting the nonprofit world with news, jobs, and ideas: "Household income and education levels are usually the key elements fund raisers use to figure out who is most likely to give, but it turns out something else is more important: whether a potential donor’s parents were involved in charitable causes."
Monday, August 23, 2010
Kickoff set for B’nai Tzedek teen philanthropy program � AZ Jewish Post
Kickoff set for B’nai Tzedek teen philanthropy program � AZ Jewish Post: "B’nai Tzedek Tucson was awarded Outstanding Youth in Philanthropy by the Association of Fundraising Professionals in 2009. The program, which is open to teens in grades eight and up, is administered by the Jewish Federation of Southern Arizona’s Coalition for Jewish Education in partnership with the Jewish Community Foundation of Southern Arizona"
Friday, August 20, 2010
The Business of Giving | Teaming up to tap the energy of youth | Seattle Times Newspaper
The Business of Giving | Teaming up to tap the energy of youth | Seattle Times Newspaper: "Ryan Hodgson is using music to open the door. His organization, Team Up for Nonprofits, is hosting its second event in downtown Seattle tonight to benefit Seattle Works. They're getting a boost from local speed skater J.R. Celski. After meeting him through a colleague, Hodgson heard that Celski wanted to do a musical event to give money to a nonprofit, and the two decided to join forces.
Each monthly Gigs4Good event supports a different nonprofit and combines entertainment with raising money and awareness. This time, Rotary is sponsoring the bands, which also helps local Rotary clubs connect to potential new members."
Each monthly Gigs4Good event supports a different nonprofit and combines entertainment with raising money and awareness. This time, Rotary is sponsoring the bands, which also helps local Rotary clubs connect to potential new members."
Monday, August 16, 2010
Do Good Detroit blog: 4 girls take a stand against cancer, serve up lemonade for charity | freep.com | Detroit Free Press
Do Good Detroit blog: 4 girls take a stand against cancer, serve up lemonade for charity | freep.com | Detroit Free Press: "Deemed the “Fabulous Four,” 11-year-old Lauren Miller, and her 9-year-old sister Brittney Miller, along with 10-year-old twins Lauren and Olivia Owen raised $400 last year for Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation for Childhood Cancer."
Friday, August 13, 2010
Internships at nonprofits provide wealth of experience - The Denver Post
Internships at nonprofits provide wealth of experience - The Denver Post: "Since 2007, the Denver Foundation's Nonprofit Internship Program and more than 30 metro-area organizations have offered paid summer positions to nearly 50 undergraduate students. Participants from traditionally underrepresented populations in the nonprofit sector — including minorities, men and people with disabilities — earn $12 an hour to bring their youthful perspective to community service.
This summer a dozen students learned how to write grant proposals, led diversity workshops,"
This summer a dozen students learned how to write grant proposals, led diversity workshops,"
Seen at the Scene: Ticktockers share tales of family - Press-Telegram
Seen at the Scene: Ticktockers share tales of family - Press-Telegram: "The senior Ticktockers, alongside their mothers, performed six years of volunteer service at local charities. The graduating class included Ashley Actkinson, Mallory Anderson, Allyson Campion, Carolyn Collins, Kaley Dodson, Danielle Fessenden, Cate Finie, Ann Marie Freeman, Janelle Mais, Shelby Maxwell, Laura Noble, Marissa Raykoff, Randi Reynolds, Paige Shlemmer, Marcy Sykora, Taylor Vega, Kelsey White and Sara White."
Tuesday, August 10, 2010
New Look Foundation Inspires Youth to be Active in World Issues | TheCelebrityCafe.com
New Look Foundation Inspires Youth to be Active in World Issues | TheCelebrityCafe.com: "Us donating $150,000 from the foundation with the help of the youth to a mobile clinic that will go to Haiti, is a huge step towards youth addressing world issues,” Usher said. “I really am just happy that I’m able to not only recognize the kids but to see the New Look Foundation do something that is on a world scale.”
On July 6, the foundation celebrated its first World Leadership Awards in Atlanta. Some of the attendees included former president Clinton and Jermaine Dupri with his daughter."
On July 6, the foundation celebrated its first World Leadership Awards in Atlanta. Some of the attendees included former president Clinton and Jermaine Dupri with his daughter."
Monday, August 09, 2010
AFP Youth in Philanthropy - Summer 2010
AFP Youth in Philanthropy - Summer 2010: "n This Issue
› Chapter Spotlight: AFP MO, Mid-America Chapter Puts Members in the Classroom
› Making a World of Good�: AFP Launches a New Philanthropy and Fundraising Curriculum for Teens
› Recommended Resource: AFP’s Youth in Philanthropy Blog Watch
› Tell Us Your Chapter’s YIP Story
› Useful Links"
› Chapter Spotlight: AFP MO, Mid-America Chapter Puts Members in the Classroom
› Making a World of Good�: AFP Launches a New Philanthropy and Fundraising Curriculum for Teens
› Recommended Resource: AFP’s Youth in Philanthropy Blog Watch
› Tell Us Your Chapter’s YIP Story
› Useful Links"
Teach children importance of philanthropy � Evansville Courier & Press
Teach children importance of philanthropy � Evansville Courier & Press: "As parents, we have many hopes and dreams for our children. We want to build their moral foundation, give them values and encourage them to be productive people.
Sometimes it becomes difficult to instill values in our children because we may not know about or have the tools necessary to implement values.
Youth workers, teachers, grandparents and other adult mentors also take an active role and have a great deal of influence over our children's values' development. Yet, it is most important for children to develop their own sense of social activism and philanthropic personality."
Sometimes it becomes difficult to instill values in our children because we may not know about or have the tools necessary to implement values.
Youth workers, teachers, grandparents and other adult mentors also take an active role and have a great deal of influence over our children's values' development. Yet, it is most important for children to develop their own sense of social activism and philanthropic personality."
Wednesday, August 04, 2010
Young Philanthropists Foundation Blog: Penny Harvest: A Year in Pictures
Young Philanthropists Foundation Blog: Penny Harvest: A Year in Pictures: "Penny Harvest: A Year in Pictures
The Penny Harvest is a free, service learning program that follows the traditional school year and teaches students about giving back. Last year, 43 schools in Colorado raised more than $53,000 and made over 130 grants to nonprofits, individuals, and their own schools!
The Penny Harvest is a free, service learning program that follows the traditional school year and teaches students about giving back. Last year, 43 schools in Colorado raised more than $53,000 and made over 130 grants to nonprofits, individuals, and their own schools!
Operation Gratitude scheduled for Sept. 11 « WestChesterBuzz.com
Operation Gratitude scheduled for Sept. 11 « WestChesterBuzz.com: "Operation Gratitude scheduled for Sept. 11
Posted by akiefaber August 4th, 2010, 3:06 pm
The Community Foundation West Chester/Liberty in conjunction with the Advisory Board Members of the Youth in Philanthropy Fund will host the seventh Annual Operation Gratitude Gift Drive on Sept. 11.
Posted by akiefaber August 4th, 2010, 3:06 pm
The Community Foundation West Chester/Liberty in conjunction with the Advisory Board Members of the Youth in Philanthropy Fund will host the seventh Annual Operation Gratitude Gift Drive on Sept. 11.
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