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We’re now at that that time of the year when we all stare into our crystal balls to determine what the future holds.  Since my crystal ball is as good as the next, I wanted to share some of my thoughts for the coming months.  Here are my top 12 predictions for the next year:…

‘Tis the season for gift giving, not just to our friends and loved ones, but also to our favorite charities. Studies show that many charities receive half their donations in the final months of the year. Sadly, thanks to our still struggling economy, many private foundations, corporations, and everyday citizens are once again finding themselves…

America’s Charities’ Board Chair, Marcia Bullard and the organization’s President and CEO, Steve Delfin, presented a “State of the Federation” address before a full house of their members at the Georgetown University Conference Center on Tuesday, May 10. The presentation, part of the annual Membership Assembly, provided them an opportunity to share their thoughts on…

Washington, DC (December 6, 2011) — Increasing efficiency, transparency and leadership in the Federal government’s workplace charity drive were top issues that America’s Charities urged the Office of Personnel Management Commission on the fiftieth anniversary of the Combined Federal Campaign (CFC 50) to address in potential reforms. Steve Delfin, president and chief executive officer of…

Having trouble finding the perfect gifts for family and friends this holiday season?  Try shopping with America’s Charities members and see how you can not only find terrific gift ideas, but help some great charities!  From holiday cards to clothing (and everything in between) you’ll be pleasantly surprised with what you’ll find!   The Wounded…

Instead of spreading their gifts widely across multiple program areas, corporations are choosing one or two societal issues to focus on, according to a survey and 2011 “Giving in Numbers” report by the Committee Encouraging Corporate Philanthropy. (The survey included 184 companies, 63 of which were among the top 100 companies in the Fortune 500.)…

Corporate philanthropy ranges from financial contributions to employees volunteering time on the clock. While philanthropy costs the company, it also provides benefits for the company, community and employees. Understanding the significance of corporate philanthropy helps your company justify the expense to upper management and investors. Read the full article. 

“Growing Up Healthy” is a five-year, $5 million initiative of the Harvard Pilgrim Health Care Foundation to combat childhood obesity. Ask Karen Voci, executive director of the foundation, why it chose to focus resources on one issue, and she will tell you that obesity is the top health issue of our generation, causing chronic disease…