American Red Cross Calls on Facebook Friends for Votes

American Red Cross Calls on Facebook Friends for Votes: "The American Red Cross today announces its participation in Bullseye Gives, the first-ever Target Facebook giving campaign. From May 10 through May 25, American Red Cross’s Facebook fans, constituents, donors and supporters can vote for the organization to win a portion of a $3 million charitable donation. The more votes, the larger the donation."

globeandmail.com: Canada, Japan to strike deal aiding relief flights

globeandmail.com: Canada, Japan to strike deal aiding relief flights: "OTTAWA — Japan and Canada will clear away a diplomatic hurdle that has in the past tangled efforts to deliver aid to Asia when Foreign Affairs Minister Lawrence Cannon visits Tokyo today.

Defence officials found themselves scrambling for a pit stop when a Canadian Forces C-17 loaded with aid for victims of Myanmar's cyclone Nargis tried to deliver the goods last May, because they couldn't get a quick approval from friendly Japan to touch down at one of their airports."

Non-profits must adapt, collaborate | corridor commentator

Non-profits must adapt, collaborate | corridor commentator: "Gazette Editorial

The June flood damaged the homes of 55 non-profit organizations in Cedar Rapids, making their efforts to assist flood victims even more challenging.
The record floodwaters forced many non-profits to curtail or revise operations. But the disaster also pushed to the surface an idea discussed for years: Create a human services campus where non-profit agencies, including those displaced by the flood, could share space and costs. Convenience for patrons and lower operating expenses would be goals."

Philanthropy Program Launched For Post-earthquake Reconstruction - ChinaCSR.com - Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Sustainability News for China

Philanthropy Program Launched For Post-earthquake Reconstruction - ChinaCSR.com - Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Sustainability News for China: "According to China Youth Daily, a philanthropy program has been formally launched to fund volunteer organizations that offer reputable welfare programs"

In Asia » Blog Archive » Changes in Chinese Philanthropy One Year After the Sichuan Earthquake

In Asia » Blog Archive » Changes in Chinese Philanthropy One Year After the Sichuan Earthquake: "Prior to the earthquake, philanthropy in China was a concept and activity relegated to the ultra wealthy within the country, and to corporate philanthropy from domestic and international businesses. However, the earthquake changed all of that - beginning with a groundswell of support from tens of millions of Chinese people from all walks of life, as well as hundreds of millions of dollars in international aid."

Reuters AlertNet - Did China quake open door to foreign aid groups?

Reuters AlertNet - Did China quake open door to foreign aid groups?: "Aid workers said there were gaps in China's response to the May 12 quake, which left 80,000 dead and an estimated 5 million homeless, but they were impressed by the speed and scale of its operation.

'I don't think it's really comparable to any other country in the world,' said one. 'I'm not even sure if a Western country would have that degree of mobilisatio"