Celebrities Spoof Clinton Philanthropy
To mark the 10th anniversary of the Clinton fund, big-name actors show how they would run a foundation brainstorming effort.
By Caroline Preston
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Obama Names Fla. Volunteer Leader to Head National-Service Agency
Wendy Spencer, head of Florida’s commission on volunteerism and community service, was named on Monday to head the federal unit.
By Caroline Preston
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A Thirtysomething Billionaire Couple Take on Tough Issues Via Giving
John and Laura Arnold take on issues like criminal justice and improving schools as they seek to give away a big chunk of their wealth.
By Caroline Preston
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Personal Contributions Stoke Policy Change
Texas philanthropists John and Laura Arnold have hired a veteran political strategist to lead their foundation.
By Caroline Preston
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Seeking Support, Some Charities Zero In on a Rising Generation of Donors
Nonprofits are trying to make giving affordable and mobilize campaigns that mix social concern and fun.
Couple Criticizes Rich Donors Whose Giving Is ‘Risk Averse’
John and Laura Arnold, two generous Texas philanthropists, say they don’t understand why many wealthy people are cautious about their giving.
By Caroline Preston
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Former Gates Official to Lead Wal-Mart Foundation
Sylvia Mathews Burwell, who oversaw the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation’s global-development grants, will take over the big corporate fund in January.
By Caroline Preston
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Merck to Give $500-Million to Boost Maternal Health
The pledge is part of many big commitments to provide aid to the developing world as part of meetings at the United Nations and the Clinton Global Initiative.
By Caroline Preston
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A Grant Makers Group Rethinks Its Approach in the Digital Era
Jeff Clarke, interim leader of the Council on Foundations, is trying to figure out how the organization can best serve its members at a time when the Web is helping people forge professional connections.
By Caroline Preston
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Charity Watchdog’s New Standards Focus on Nonprofit Governance and Openness
Charity Navigator now evaluates charites on their disclosure and governance policies as well as their financial performance.
By Caroline Preston
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