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A free monthly e-newsletter for people interested in Florida philanthropy |
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Member News |
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National Headlines |
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Economy Matters |
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Orlando Nonprofits Angling for Federal Stimulus Money
Harbor House of Central Florida and Jewish Family Services of Greater Orlando are collaborating on a proposal for a three-year $500,000 grant involving federal stimulus dollars through the U.S. Department of Justice’s Office on Violence Against Women,
the Orlando Business Journal reports. If approved, Jewish Family Services would use the grant to expand its family stabilization program.
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Most Foundations Expect to Reduce Grantmaking in 2009
Nearly two-thirds of foundations expect to reduce the number or size of their grants in 2009, according to a new research advisory from the Foundation Center, and more than half are reacting to the economic crisis by engaging in more non-grantmaking activities. Download the
six-page advisory
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Giving Trends |
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Charitable Donations Dropped in 2008, Two Studies Show
Two new studies join a growing body of research showing that 2008 was not a good year for nonprofit fundraising. The
latest survey from the Association of Fundraising Professionals reveals that less than half of charities raised more money in 2008 than in 2007, a new low in the eight-year history of the survey. And donations to 75 of the nation’s largest charities fell by a median of 3.3% in 2008, after rising by 3.1% in 2007, according to a
new report by Blackbaud’s Target Analytics research division.
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Legislative Update |
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President Signs National Service Bill; Issues Call to Volunteer
On April 21, President Obama signed the landmark Edward M. Kennedy Serve America Act, which will greatly expand government national-service and volunteer programs. At the signing ceremony, Obama asked Americans to “stand up and play your part.” The new law is boosting interest in community service across the country, leading some to speculate
whether it may usher in a new era of volunteerism: |
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However, the nonprofit sector may have more work to do to take full advantage of
this renewed spirit of volunteerism. A
new survey by Deloitte LLP shows that neither charities nor corporations are taking the right steps to help skilled people provide pro bono assistance to nonprofits. |
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Call for Nominations |
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ABFE Connecting Leaders Fellowship Program
The Association of Black Foundation Executives (ABFE) is requesting applications for its 2009-2010 Connecting Leaders Fellowship Program. The year-long fellowship is designed to sharpen the skills and strengthen the leadership capacity of foundation staff, donors and trustees who are committed to assisting Black communities through philanthropy. Deadline: June 1. |
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Calendar |
| Upcoming Programs for Grantmakers |
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May 12-15, 2009
FPN Regional Grantmaker Roundtables
Engaging Government and Philanthropy in Florida
Palm Beach, Tampa Bay, Orlando, Jacksonville regions |
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May
20, 2009
Education Funders Affinity Group Call
11:00 am - Noon
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May
26, 2009
Grants Managers Affinity Group Call
11:00 am - Noon |
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June 9, 2009
FPN Webinar
The Opportunity in the Economic Crisis: Communicating Our Values and Value
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Save the Date!
February 11-12, 2010
Florida Philanthropic Network's 2010 Summit on Philanthropy
The Peabody Hotel
Orlando, FL
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Welcome New FPN Members |
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Florida Philanthropic Network is a statewide association of grantmakers working to strengthen philanthropy through research, education and public policy. |
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Join Florida Philanthropic Network. |
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