Charity law

Foundation Source Expands Services to Offer Support for Corporate Giving Programs

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Thursday, February 28, 2019
Philanthropy, Other Philanthropy, Foundation, Charity law, Foundation, Philanthropy in the United States

Foundation Source , the nations largest provider of support services to private foundations, now offers technology, tools, and expert advice for corporate giving programs.

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  • Foundation Source , the nations largest provider of support services to private foundations, now offers technology, tools, and expert advice for corporate giving programs.
  • Specifically, Foundation Sources corporate giving services will:
    Companies that also have a corporate foundation will have the additional benefit of Foundation Sources award-winning management software, Foundation Source Online, which will enable them to run their foundation and giving program from a single platforman industry first!
  • For more information about Foundation Sources services for corporate giving programs and foundations, visit here .
  • Now in our second decade, Foundation Source provides its services to nearly 1,500 family, corporate, and professionally staffed foundations, of all sizes, nationwide.

The African American Chamber Of Commerce Of New Jersey Presents Eric Poe With 'Economic And Social Justice Ally Award'

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Monday, February 25, 2019
501(c) organization, Charity law, Taxation in the United States, Poe, Chamber of commerce, Singing, Women in music, Music

Mr. Poe has long been recognized as a consumer rights and social justice advocate, and first began working with the AACCNJ more than a decade ago.

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  • Mr. Poe has long been recognized as a consumer rights and social justice advocate, and first began working with the AACCNJ more than a decade ago.
  • "His work has ensured that African Americans do not get price gouged for legally-mandated insurance, and there is no better person to receive this award than our friend and ally, Eric Poe."
  • Mr. Poe regularly gives lectures on this issue and his work in New Jersey has resulted in currently pending legislation in Trenton.
  • The Chamber serves as a proactive advocacy group with a 501(c) 3 tax exemption, which is shared by the National Black Chamber of Commerce.

Hunt Heroes Foundation Raises More Than $85,000 At 1st Annual Gala

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Thursday, February 21, 2019
501(c)(3) organization, Charity law, Taxation in the United States, Organizations

As a commitment to our partnership, 10% of all donations received at the gala were directly given back to Stop Soldier Suicide, the first national, veteran-founded-and-led 501(c)3 nonprofit focused on military suicide prevention.

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  • As a commitment to our partnership, 10% of all donations received at the gala were directly given back to Stop Soldier Suicide, the first national, veteran-founded-and-led 501(c)3 nonprofit focused on military suicide prevention.
  • "When we first began the Hunt Heroes Foundation our goal was that we would give back to organizations that directly support military members and their families and the communities where they live and work," continued Ehle.
  • "We were optimistic that year after year we would grow and be able to give back more and more.
  • For more information on the Hunt Heroes Foundation, or to donate, go to huntheroesfoundation.org
    Formed in 2018, the Hunt Heroes Foundation proudly serves military families, partners and communities through opportunities and ideas generated by our people and partnerships.

Feldco Windows, Siding & Doors Partners with The Center for Community Advocacy on Chicago Renovation Project

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Saturday, February 16, 2019
501(c) organization, Charity law, Taxation in the United States, Advocacy, Organizations, Structure

CHICAGO, Feb. 16, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Feldco, the Midwest's leading replacement windows, siding and doors provider, has partnered with the Center for Community Advocacy on the rehab of a building on West Wilcox in Chicago.

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  • CHICAGO, Feb. 16, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Feldco, the Midwest's leading replacement windows, siding and doors provider, has partnered with the Center for Community Advocacy on the rehab of a building on West Wilcox in Chicago.
  • "After hearing about the great cause and their need for windows, it was our absolute pleasure to help out the Center for Community Advocacy," stated Freko.
  • Chicago high school students are also getting involved in this renovation through the Youth Leadership Service Corp Service Projects.
  • The Center for Community Advocacy is a 501(c)3 Tax Exempt organization and is always looking for donations to help with their cause.

Bridgepoint Education Announces Receipt by AU NFP of IRS Determination of Nonprofit Status

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Friday, February 15, 2019
Charity law, Taxation in the United States, Educational institutions, Organizations, Distance education, Bridgepoint Education, Ashford University, Bridgepoint, 501(c) organization, Internal Revenue Code, 501(c)(3) organization, Ashford

SAN DIEGO, Feb. 15, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Bridgepoint Education announced today that AU NFP received determination from the Internal Revenue Service that it is exempt from federal income tax under Internal Revenue Code (IRC) Section 501 (c) (3).

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  • SAN DIEGO, Feb. 15, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Bridgepoint Education announced today that AU NFP received determination from the Internal Revenue Service that it is exempt from federal income tax under Internal Revenue Code (IRC) Section 501 (c) (3).
  • This determination is one of the steps needed in the process of separating Ashford University from Bridgepoint Education and converting Ashford University to an independent, self-governed institution.
  • AU NFP is a nonprofit California public benefit corporation.
  • Bridgepoint Education, Inc. (NYSE: BPI) harnesses the latest technology to reimagine the modern student experience through programs, technologies, and resources representing a unique model for advancing education in the 21st century.

Ashford University Announces Receipt by AU NFP of IRS Determination of Nonprofit Status

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Friday, February 15, 2019
Organizations, Taxation in the United States, Charity law, Educational institutions, Structure, Ashford University, Internal Revenue Code, 501(c) organization, 501(c)(3) organization, Bridgepoint Education, Nonprofit organization

SAN DIEGO, Feb. 15, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Ashford University announced today that AU NFP received determination from the Internal Revenue Service that it is exempt from federal income tax under Internal Revenue Code (IRC) Section 501 (c) (3).

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  • SAN DIEGO, Feb. 15, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Ashford University announced today that AU NFP received determination from the Internal Revenue Service that it is exempt from federal income tax under Internal Revenue Code (IRC) Section 501 (c) (3).
  • This determination is one of the steps needed in the process of separating from Bridgepoint Education and converting to an independent, self-governed institution.
  • AU NFP is a nonprofit California public benefit corporation.
  • "We are pleased with the information we received from the Internal Revenue Service, bringing us closer to becoming an independent, self-governed institution," said Dr. Craig Swenson, Ashford University president and CEO.

World Guide to Foundations 2019 - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Thursday, January 31, 2019
Philanthropy, Foundation, Charity law, Economic systems, Mixed economies, Organizations, Philanthropy, Foundation, Grant, Non-governmental organization, Nonprofit organization

The "World Guide to Foundations 2019" directory has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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  • The "World Guide to Foundations 2019" directory has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • The World Guide to Foundations provides an un-paralleled guide to the foundations, trusts, charitable and grant-making NGOs, and other similar not-for-profit organizations of the world.
  • It is an indispensable guide to 40,000 foundations in 115 countries is available once again.
  • In planning the World Guide to Foundations, particular consideration was given to the user-friendliness of the handbook.

Foundation Source Survey: Donors Weigh In on Charitable Giving Rules

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Wednesday, January 30, 2019
Seniors, Women, Philanthropy, Teens, Other Philanthropy, Consumer, Foundation, Fund Raising, MEN, Charity law, Donor-advised fund, Private foundation, Foundation, Aid, American society, National Philanthropic Trust, Wealth in the United States, Illinois Prairie Community Foundation

A recent survey conducted by Foundation Source reveals strong interest from high-net-worth donors and individuals in having a more level regulatory playing field for the two most popular charitable giving vehicles, private foundations and donor-advised funds.

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  • A recent survey conducted by Foundation Source reveals strong interest from high-net-worth donors and individuals in having a more level regulatory playing field for the two most popular charitable giving vehicles, private foundations and donor-advised funds.
  • The differences in regulatory and tax treatment between these two charitable vehicles has been the topic of considerable media interest , said Page Snow, chief philanthropic officer of Foundation Source.
  • Foundation Source polled private foundation donors, donor-advised fund owners as well as other high-net-worth individuals who are considering establishing one or both of the two vehicles.
  • Of the 205 U.S.-based respondents, 151 individuals had either a private foundation, a donor-advised fund, or both, and 54 individuals had neither charitable vehicle.

Vanguard Charitable Welcomes New CFO

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Friday, January 25, 2019
Philanthropy, Professional services, Finance, Other Philanthropy, Foundation, Charity law, Foundation, Philanthropy in the United States, Nonprofit organization, Economy, Structure

Vanguard Charitable is pleased to announce that Mark Froehlich joined the organization as chief financial officer (CFO) on January 14, 2019.

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  • Vanguard Charitable is pleased to announce that Mark Froehlich joined the organization as chief financial officer (CFO) on January 14, 2019.
  • Mark is joining Vanguard Charitable after serving in the same role at The Philadelphia Foundation, one of the nation's oldest and most respected community foundations.
  • His innovative thinking will be invaluable as Vanguard Charitable continually works to better serve our clients and nonprofit partners."
  • I am honored to join Vanguard Charitable and excited to support the team as we work to increase philanthropy and maximize its impact nationally and around the globe.

Celebrate #GivingSeason with a Donation to the ENA Foundation

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Tuesday, November 27, 2018
Charity law, Health, Taxation in the United States, Nursing, Emergency Nurses Association, Ena, Foundation, 501(c)(3) organization, Medicine

As the Emergency Nurses Association 's philanthropic arm, the Foundation in 2018 awarded approximately $435,000 in scholarships, continuing education and research grants to emergency nurses.

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  • As the Emergency Nurses Association 's philanthropic arm, the Foundation in 2018 awarded approximately $435,000 in scholarships, continuing education and research grants to emergency nurses.
  • During #GivingSeason , the Foundation has set a goal of receiving contributions from 100 new or returning donors by Dec. 31.
  • "The ENA Foundation does so many good things for emergency nurses.
  • The ENA Foundation, a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization, is the philanthropic arm of the Emergency Nurses Association.