Thursday, April 18, 2013
Missouri Lawmakers Argue Over Joplin Relief Fund � CBS St. Louis
Missouri Lawmakers Argue Over Joplin Relief Fund � CBS St. Louis: JEFFERSON CITY Mo. (MDN) – Nearly two years after the devastation of a tornado in Joplin, lawmakers went over options Wednesday for funds to help rebuild destroyed sidewalks in the area.
Fund for Boston Bombing Victims to Be Run by Former Head of 9/11 Fund - Philanthropy Today - The Chronicle of Philanthropy- Connecting the nonprofit world with news, jobs, and ideas
Fund for Boston Bombing Victims to Be Run by Former Head of 9/11 Fund - Philanthropy Today - The Chronicle of Philanthropy- Connecting the nonprofit world with news, jobs, and ideas: Fund for Boston Bombing Victims to Be Run by Former Head of 9/11 Fund
April 18, 2013, 11:57 am
The lawyer who managed the fund to collect and distribute donations for victims of the 9/11 terrorist attacks, will run a similar effort aimed at helping those affected by Monday’s Boston Marathon bombings, reports the Associated Press.
April 18, 2013, 11:57 am
The lawyer who managed the fund to collect and distribute donations for victims of the 9/11 terrorist attacks, will run a similar effort aimed at helping those affected by Monday’s Boston Marathon bombings, reports the Associated Press.
Critics blast province, say disaster relief contribution not enough - Thunder Bay News Tbnewswatch.com
Critics blast province, say disaster relief contribution not enough - Thunder Bay News Tbnewswatch.com: The Disaster Relief committee reported at city council Monday that the province wouldn’t be providing two-for-one funding because the city was eligible for $1.8 million in disaster relief cash. This came despite the total for the claims being about $4.2 million.
A Short List of Sandy Hook Charities And How They Spent Donations - Giving - The Lymes, CT Patch
A Short List of Sandy Hook Charities And How They Spent Donations - Giving - The Lymes, CT Patch: A Short List of Sandy Hook Charities And How They Spent Donations
After the tragedy at Sandy Hook, 69 charities sprung up. Of that number, 43 responded to a request from the Attorney General to voluntarily provide information regarding their mission and how they've spent the money.
After the tragedy at Sandy Hook, 69 charities sprung up. Of that number, 43 responded to a request from the Attorney General to voluntarily provide information regarding their mission and how they've spent the money.
Wednesday, April 17, 2013
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massnonprofit.org ::: April 16, 2013 — Dozens of Massachusetts nonprofits fielded runners in the117th Boston Marathon yesterday—some for the first time, others building on previous efforts—to raise funds for ongoing programs, with many athletes prevented from completing the 26.2 mile-course due to dual explosions near the finish line shortly before 3 p.m.
How to Communicate In Midst of Tragedy | Nonprofit Marketing | Getting Attention
How to Communicate In Midst of Tragedy | Nonprofit Marketing | Getting Attention: I had a completely different post planned today, but wanted to respond a.s.a.p. to the questions, worries and just totally-wrong communications I’ve seen going out since the bombings yesterday afternoon.
Most of this outreach was harmless, but simply a mismatch with what’s on our minds right now. Because most of us are feeling horror, sadness, fear, uncertainly and a sense of helplessness and vulnerability.
Most of this outreach was harmless, but simply a mismatch with what’s on our minds right now. Because most of us are feeling horror, sadness, fear, uncertainly and a sense of helplessness and vulnerability.
Nonprofit: Starting Up, Marketing, Fundraising, Volunteers, Careers
Nonprofit: Starting Up, Marketing, Fundraising, Volunteers, Careers: hose of us connected to the nonprofit world feel particularly upset, because so many participants were running to raise money for a cause. Athletic events have become a staple of nonprofit fundraising, and these events have been a boon to the sector. But most of all, "thons" bring people together in a community effort. It's just such an American thing to do.
Tuesday, April 16, 2013
AmeriCares CEO Announces Departure - WSJ.com
AmeriCares CEO Announces Departure - WSJ.com: -- AmeriCares President and CEO Curt Welling announced today that after eleven years as CEO he has decided to step down. Mr. Welling will continue to lead the organization until his successor is named. The Board of Directors will select an executive recruiting firm in the next few weeks to lead an international search.
Boston tech raising funds to support marathon blast victims - Boston Business Journal
Boston tech raising funds to support marathon blast victims - Boston Business Journal: The nonprofit Technology Underwriting Greater Good (TUGG) and Boston-based Fundraise.com are raising donations to support the victims of the Boston Marathon bombing.
Louisiana may have to repay disaster relief grants - WAFB 9 News Baton Rouge, Louisiana News, Weather, Sports
Louisiana may have to repay disaster relief grants - WAFB 9 News Baton Rouge, Louisiana News, Weather, Sports: BATON ROUGE, LA (WAFB) -
A new audit released Monday by the Louisiana Legislative Auditor says the state could be on the hook for hundreds of millions in disaster relief payback. The money was supposed to help property owners recover from Hurricanes Rita and Katrina.
"The grants come with a covenant," says Legislative Auditor Daryl Purpura. "Whenever you receive the funds you had to re-occupy, rebuild, get insurance and prove to the state that you had done these things."
A new audit released Monday by the Louisiana Legislative Auditor says the state could be on the hook for hundreds of millions in disaster relief payback. The money was supposed to help property owners recover from Hurricanes Rita and Katrina.
"The grants come with a covenant," says Legislative Auditor Daryl Purpura. "Whenever you receive the funds you had to re-occupy, rebuild, get insurance and prove to the state that you had done these things."
Japanese high school hopes for return of tsunami boat washed ashore in California - The Japan Daily Press
Japanese high school hopes for return of tsunami boat washed ashore in California - The Japan Daily Press: The coastal town seems to be in “a giddy state of shock” when they recognized from pictures posted on the Crescent City Facebook pages that the goose barnacle-covered boat is from Tanaka High School’s marine sciences program. Humboldt State University geologist Lori Dengler posted the pictures after she had a university librarian translate the Japanese characters into English. The characters read Tanaka High School and Dengler also recognized the characters for Rikuzentakata, which she visited in the aftermath of the 2011 disasters. If the findings are correct, this will be the first confirmed tsunami debris that washed up on California shores.
London Marathon security heightened after Boston blasts
London Marathon security heightened after Boston blasts: The London Marathon will proceed with heightened security on Sunday following two explosions at the Boston Marathon yesterday which saw over 130 injured and three confirmed deaths.
Security at the world’s largest fundraising event is currently under review, said the Metropolitan Police who will work with event organisers to ensure the safety of participants.
Security at the world’s largest fundraising event is currently under review, said the Metropolitan Police who will work with event organisers to ensure the safety of participants.
Register as Safe & Well | Safe & Well | Safe & Well Website
Register as Safe & Well | Safe & Well | Safe & Well Website: he Safe and Well website is easy to use:
If you are currently being affected by a disaster somewhere in the U.S., click List Myself as Safe and Well, enter your pre-disaster address and phone number, and select any of the standard message options.
If you are concerned about a loved one in the U.S., click Search Registrants and enter the person’s name and pre-disaster phone number OR address. If they have registered, you will be able to view the messages they have posted.
If you are currently being affected by a disaster somewhere in the U.S., click List Myself as Safe and Well, enter your pre-disaster address and phone number, and select any of the standard message options.
If you are concerned about a loved one in the U.S., click Search Registrants and enter the person’s name and pre-disaster phone number OR address. If they have registered, you will be able to view the messages they have posted.
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