SOFII's Blog: Monday, 26 March 2012
The world needs you to be excellent
By Kimberley MacKenzie CFRE
How one fundraiser secured her place at an international conference.
In my years as a fundraiser I’ve come across many inspiring stories. But without doubt the most inspiring tale of commitment to attend a conference is the story of my friend Sudeshna Mukherjee.
Friday, March 30, 2012
Tory budget toughens rules governing foreign charities | The Chronicle Herald
Tory budget toughens rules governing foreign charities | The Chronicle Herald: OTTAWA — The Conservative government is threatening to decertify foreign charities that do not act “in the national interest of Canada.”
Under rules announced Thursday in the 2012 budget, foreign groups can apply for registered charity status if they meet one of two criteria. The first is providing disaster relief or urgent humanitarian aid. The second is if they work in the national interest of Canada.
Under rules announced Thursday in the 2012 budget, foreign groups can apply for registered charity status if they meet one of two criteria. The first is providing disaster relief or urgent humanitarian aid. The second is if they work in the national interest of Canada.
Imagine Canada Reacts to Budget 2012 - MarketWatch
Press Release
Imagine Canada Reacts to Budget 2012 - MarketWatch:Imagine Canada, the national umbrella organization for charities and public benefit nonprofits, is pleased that the government will "continue to explore social finance instruments" and we encourage the acceleration of these efforts as the sector seeks to meet growing demand with ever constrained financing. "One of the sector's top priorities is financial sustainability and we urge government to facilitate an enabling environment in which new models can thrive," said Marcel Lauzi�re, Imagine Canada's President and CEO. "A range of new financing instruments will be required and they need to be complemented by measures to provide business advisory and business support programs for charities and nonprofits. Imagine Canada has recommended and will continue to press for access to existing business support programs for charities and nonprofits."
Imagine Canada Reacts to Budget 2012 - MarketWatch:Imagine Canada, the national umbrella organization for charities and public benefit nonprofits, is pleased that the government will "continue to explore social finance instruments" and we encourage the acceleration of these efforts as the sector seeks to meet growing demand with ever constrained financing. "One of the sector's top priorities is financial sustainability and we urge government to facilitate an enabling environment in which new models can thrive," said Marcel Lauzi�re, Imagine Canada's President and CEO. "A range of new financing instruments will be required and they need to be complemented by measures to provide business advisory and business support programs for charities and nonprofits. Imagine Canada has recommended and will continue to press for access to existing business support programs for charities and nonprofits."
Our AFP 2012 Pocket Guide to Success (and Fun) - Purple Reign | Avectra
Our AFP 2012 Pocket Guide to Success (and Fun) - Purple Reign | Avectra: With so much going on, it’s imperative that we take the time to plan our agendas before arriving at the conference. If you are headed to AFP, here is a quick cheat sheet to help you get the most out of your time in Vancouver:
Start following the conference buzz on social media now:
Start following the conference buzz on social media now:
Most (71%) Canadians Agree that Charities Play an Important Role in Society Addressing Needs Not Being Met by the Public or Private Sector :: NorthumberlandView.ca :: Conducting Fundraising Campaigns Tops the List of Most Important Investments for Charities
Most (71%) Canadians Agree that Charities Play an Important Role in Society Addressing Needs Not Being Met by the Public or Private Sector :: NorthumberlandView.ca :: Conducting Fundraising Campaigns Tops the List of Most Important Investments for Charities: Conducting Fundraising Campaigns Tops the List of Most Important Investments for Charities
Toronto, ON – Most (71%) Canadians ‘agree’ (25% strongly/47% somewhat) that ‘charities play an important role in society as a change agent to address needs not being met by government or the private sector’, according to a new Ipsos Reid poll conducted on behalf of the Association of Fundraising Professionals. In fact, just one in ten (10%) ‘disagree’ 93% strongly/7% somewhat) with this premise, while 19% neither agree nor disagree. In contrast, just 13% ‘agree’ (3% strongly/10% somewhat) that ‘charities do not make much difference’, while most (71%) ‘disagree’ (34% strongly/37% somewhat) that they don’t make a difference.
Toronto, ON – Most (71%) Canadians ‘agree’ (25% strongly/47% somewhat) that ‘charities play an important role in society as a change agent to address needs not being met by government or the private sector’, according to a new Ipsos Reid poll conducted on behalf of the Association of Fundraising Professionals. In fact, just one in ten (10%) ‘disagree’ 93% strongly/7% somewhat) with this premise, while 19% neither agree nor disagree. In contrast, just 13% ‘agree’ (3% strongly/10% somewhat) that ‘charities do not make much difference’, while most (71%) ‘disagree’ (34% strongly/37% somewhat) that they don’t make a difference.
Thursday, March 29, 2012
AFP Hub Tutorials: "The AFPeep Show Presents: Social Media Sneak Peeps!"
AFP 2012 International Conference on Fundraising - Vancouver, BC, Canada April 1-3, 2012: AFP Hub Tutorials: "The AFPeep Show Presents: Social Media Sneak Peeps!"
The AFPeeps are eager to share their social media skills and knowledge with you all. That's why they have set up a special schedule of mini-tutorials they will be holding at the AFP Hub during the three days of conference. Stop on by and have some knoweldge dropped on you by our savvy social media mavens!
The AFPeeps are eager to share their social media skills and knowledge with you all. That's why they have set up a special schedule of mini-tutorials they will be holding at the AFP Hub during the three days of conference. Stop on by and have some knoweldge dropped on you by our savvy social media mavens!
Wednesday, March 28, 2012
Survey Says: CharityVillage� unpacks findings from the 2010 CGVSP
Survey Says: CharityVillage� unpacks findings from the 2010 CGVSP: Statistics Canada released the results of its 2010 Canadian Survey of Giving, Volunteering and Participating (CSGVP) last Wednesday.
Released every three years, this iteration again provides some intriguing updates to how much (and how many) Canadians are giving back to their communities.
Here's the first number on StatCan's list: 24 million.
That represents the number of Canadians who made donations to charities in 2010.
Think about that. That's close to 84% of Canadians who took time to fish into their wallets or purses and shell out some cash for a cause. It also represents a total of $10.6 billion donated in 2010. However, the survey notes that both the percentage of the population donating and the total amount of donations remained virtually unchanged from 2007, with the average donation in 2010 at $446.
Released every three years, this iteration again provides some intriguing updates to how much (and how many) Canadians are giving back to their communities.
Here's the first number on StatCan's list: 24 million.
That represents the number of Canadians who made donations to charities in 2010.
Think about that. That's close to 84% of Canadians who took time to fish into their wallets or purses and shell out some cash for a cause. It also represents a total of $10.6 billion donated in 2010. However, the survey notes that both the percentage of the population donating and the total amount of donations remained virtually unchanged from 2007, with the average donation in 2010 at $446.
How to Attend a Conference as Yourself - Peter Bregman - Harvard Business Review
How to Attend a Conference as Yourself - Peter Bregman - Harvard Business Review: So how, at a conference when you don't know anyone, can you engage in a conversation without identifying your role? It's not easy. You'll be fighting against the tide. But try asking open-ended questions and try getting personal. Eventually you'll find out more about your fellow conference-goers and they'll find out more about you.
It’s almost Non-Profit Conference Week: AFP & NTen | DonorDriven
It’s almost Non-Profit Conference Week: AFP & NTen | DonorDriven: he AFP 49th International Conference on Fundraising is coming up April 1-3 and the DonorDrive Team is really looking forward to this one. As conferences on fundraising go, this is the big one (with attendance expected to be over 4,000.) Registration is still open.
AFP Gives Back: Sage Dress For Success Service Project
AFP Gives Back: Sage Dress For Success Service Project: AFP Gives Back: Sage Dress For Success Service Project
AFP Gives Back, presented by Sage—Dress for Success in Vancouver!
AFP is offering a unique way for Vancouver conference participants to give back! AFP is partnering with Dress for Success, a charity that promotes the economic independence of disadvantaged women by providing them with professional attire, networking support and career development tools.
AFP Gives Back, presented by Sage—Dress for Success in Vancouver!
AFP is offering a unique way for Vancouver conference participants to give back! AFP is partnering with Dress for Success, a charity that promotes the economic independence of disadvantaged women by providing them with professional attire, networking support and career development tools.
Tuesday, March 27, 2012
Plenty of “Can-Con” at the 2012 International Conference - About AFP - AFP
Plenty of “Can-Con” at the 2012 International Conference - About AFP - AFP: Plenty of “Can-Con” at the 2012 International Conference
(Mar. 20, 2012) It could be argued that you go to a conference to learn things outside of your normal frame of reference, but that approach would be short-changing all the terrific things we Canadians can (and do!) learn from each other.
To date, more than 800 of your Canadian colleagues, friends and mentors have registered to attend AFP 2012 Vancouver. So at this year’s international conference, make time for some “true north strong and free” program activities – you won’t be sorry that you did! In fact, why not tweet about it? Conference participants and organizers will be following the conversation at #afpmeet or #afpwhatdrivesme.
(Mar. 20, 2012) It could be argued that you go to a conference to learn things outside of your normal frame of reference, but that approach would be short-changing all the terrific things we Canadians can (and do!) learn from each other.
To date, more than 800 of your Canadian colleagues, friends and mentors have registered to attend AFP 2012 Vancouver. So at this year’s international conference, make time for some “true north strong and free” program activities – you won’t be sorry that you did! In fact, why not tweet about it? Conference participants and organizers will be following the conversation at #afpmeet or #afpwhatdrivesme.
CANOE -- JAM! Television - TV Shows - Real Housewives: 'Housewives' comes to Vancouver
CANOE -- JAM! Television - TV Shows - Real Housewives: 'Housewives' comes to Vancouver: "One is, I'm very active in philanthropy, and what a great way to have a larger voice and raise awareness, particularly for Tuberous Sclerosis, which is a seizure disorder that my son has," Zilba said. "And the other reason was, I thought it would give me an opportunity to get my music back out there, plus I have a perfume line coming out.
The Importance of Professional Development in Fundraising | The Good Steward
The Importance of Professional Development in Fundraising | The Good Steward: What professional development events and associations have been useful in your fundraising career? What events will you be attending this year?
For your information, I’ll be attending AFP’s International Conference in Vancouver next month (which I’ll be writing more about very soon), the New York Philanthropic Planning Symposium in May and Fundraising Day in New York this June. I look forward to sharing some of the lessons I glean from these upcoming events with you.
For your information, I’ll be attending AFP’s International Conference in Vancouver next month (which I’ll be writing more about very soon), the New York Philanthropic Planning Symposium in May and Fundraising Day in New York this June. I look forward to sharing some of the lessons I glean from these upcoming events with you.
Monday, March 26, 2012
Half of those 18-34 give to charities without checking
Half of those 18-34 give to charities without checking: Just over half of them will donate on the spur of the moment, which adds the probability they won't check to see if the organization is legitimate first, according to a survey commissioned by CanadaHelps.org and Capital One Canada for Fraud Prevention Month.
Only 19 per cent of millennials, as people in that age group are commonly known, are concerned about being victims of a scam - compared to 27 per cent in other age groups.
Only 19 per cent of millennials, as people in that age group are commonly known, are concerned about being victims of a scam - compared to 27 per cent in other age groups.
Millennials discover a whole world of philanthropy
Millennials discover a whole world of philanthropy: The Millennial generation, who are mostly in their 20s now, are often still in school or just starting their careers and therefore don't have as much money to donate as they do time.
"Older generations are able to donate more monetarily," Eveleigh says.
The statistics back that up. The highest rates of volunteering were found among young Canadians, while those who give the most money are more likely to be older, have higher household incomes and more formal education, according to Statistics Canada's National Survey of Giving
"Older generations are able to donate more monetarily," Eveleigh says.
The statistics back that up. The highest rates of volunteering were found among young Canadians, while those who give the most money are more likely to be older, have higher household incomes and more formal education, according to Statistics Canada's National Survey of Giving
Metro - Harper visits tsunami-devastated area in Japan
Metro - Harper visits tsunami-devastated area in Japan: URIAGE, Japan - Stephen Harper got a first-hand look at the devastation caused by last year's powerful earthquake and tsunami in northeastern Japan.
The prime minister made a stop Monday in the small town of Yuriage, outside of Sendai.
The prime minister made a stop Monday in the small town of Yuriage, outside of Sendai.
SAMARITAN'S PURSE CANADA | Samaritan's Purse sending its Disaster Relief Unit to New Brunswick in response to flooding, evacuations
SAMARITAN'S PURSE CANADA | Samaritan's Purse sending its Disaster Relief Unit to New Brunswick in response to flooding, evacuations: Christian relief organization will recruit volunteers and assist with flood recovery
CALGARY, March 24, 2012 /CNW/ - Samaritan's Purse Canada is sending its specially equipped Disaster Relief Unit to northern New Brunswick and will recruit volunteers to clean up homes and businesses in response to flooding in the village of Perth-Andover, sparked by an ice jam along the St. John River.
"We have begun a rapid assessment of the situation to gather information about the damage, and we are in contact with churches and other non-government partners in the area to form a coordinated response," said Fred Weiss, Samaritan's Purse Canada's executive director.
CALGARY, March 24, 2012 /CNW/ - Samaritan's Purse Canada is sending its specially equipped Disaster Relief Unit to northern New Brunswick and will recruit volunteers to clean up homes and businesses in response to flooding in the village of Perth-Andover, sparked by an ice jam along the St. John River.
"We have begun a rapid assessment of the situation to gather information about the damage, and we are in contact with churches and other non-government partners in the area to form a coordinated response," said Fred Weiss, Samaritan's Purse Canada's executive director.
Kaleidoscope - Winter 2011-2012
Kaleidoscope - Winter 2011-2012: The AFP conference is happening April 1-3, 2012 at the Vancouver Convention Center, Vancouver, British Columbia. Go to http://conference.afpnet.org to learn more.
Affinity Networking Sessions
Sunday, April 1, 2012
1 – 2 p.m.
Located in West Ballroom B
Affinity Networking Sessions
Sunday, April 1, 2012
1 – 2 p.m.
Located in West Ballroom B
Friday, March 23, 2012
Canadians Agree That Charities are Important to Society - Press - AFP
Canadians Agree That Charities are Important to Society - Press - AFP: Canadians Agree That Charities are Important to Society
(Mar. 20, 2012) In November, 2011, Ipsos Reid, on behalf of the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) conducted a Canadian survey on “What Donors Want.” The good news for the sector is that most Canadians consider charities to be important in filling a gap of needs not being addressed by the public and private sector. However, a challenge remains in communicating and educating donors about fund allocation. Many donors fail to make the connection between investing in administration and effective operations, despite having high standards for how charities operate.
(Mar. 20, 2012) In November, 2011, Ipsos Reid, on behalf of the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) conducted a Canadian survey on “What Donors Want.” The good news for the sector is that most Canadians consider charities to be important in filling a gap of needs not being addressed by the public and private sector. However, a challenge remains in communicating and educating donors about fund allocation. Many donors fail to make the connection between investing in administration and effective operations, despite having high standards for how charities operate.
Native club owned by Cook given to BC museum | Lest We Forget
Native club owned by Cook given to BC museum | Lest We Forget: A rare ceremonial yew-wood club given to Captain James Cook by the Nuu-chah-nulth people of Vancouver Island in 1778 during his third and final voyage has returned to Canada for good. Philanthropist Michael Audain donated it to the University of British Columbia’s Museum of Anthropology (MOA) where it was unveiled Tuesday. It was the last Canadian artifact from Cook’s personal collection still in private hands. They’re all in museums in London, Vienna and Berlin, so believe it or not, this is the only Cook artifact from Cook’s voyage to Canada actually in Canada. This is the first time it’s been home since Cook took it with him on his way back to Hawaii 234 years ago.
Thursday, March 22, 2012
Fundraising students at Humber College seek rewarding careers that better society and make a difference - thestar.com
Fundraising students at Humber College seek rewarding careers that better society and make a difference - thestar.com: Think of Celebrity Apprentice but without the harsh “You’re fired!” at the end of a project.
“And thankfully we don’t have to do everything in one day,” laughs Malinda DenBok, who graduated from Humber College’s fundraising program last year.
But the popular reality TV show, in which competitors stage a charity event under the critical eye of business tycoon Donald Trump, does offer a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the workings of the charitable sector.
It’s an environment that captivates Humber students during the intensive, 12-month program called Fundraising and Volunteer Management.
“And thankfully we don’t have to do everything in one day,” laughs Malinda DenBok, who graduated from Humber College’s fundraising program last year.
But the popular reality TV show, in which competitors stage a charity event under the critical eye of business tycoon Donald Trump, does offer a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the workings of the charitable sector.
It’s an environment that captivates Humber students during the intensive, 12-month program called Fundraising and Volunteer Management.
Person of interest: young philanthropist turns dreams into reality
Person of interest: young philanthropist turns dreams into reality: Cohen holds a realtors license but is not practising. Instead, the 25-yearold has inherited her mom's zeal for fundraising and started her own foundation.
Face of Today aims to help underprivileged youth achieve success. "As the next generation, it is very important to provide underprivileged youth with opportunities for personal and professional growth," Cohen says. After watching her mother's success with Face the World, Cohen was inspired to engage her generation in making a difference and changing the lives of those in need.
Face of Today aims to help underprivileged youth achieve success. "As the next generation, it is very important to provide underprivileged youth with opportunities for personal and professional growth," Cohen says. After watching her mother's success with Face the World, Cohen was inspired to engage her generation in making a difference and changing the lives of those in need.
Wednesday, March 21, 2012
Winnipeg retiree helps less fortunate as a volunteer in Mexico - Winnipeg Free Press
Winnipeg retiree helps less fortunate as a volunteer in Mexico - Winnipeg Free Press: Sharon Helgason, a retired nursing administrator from Winnipeg, cringes when she hears that term from Canadians and Americans in this small town near Merida, in Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula.
The energetic advocate for the needy, who founded the Chicxulub Food Bank in 2005 and other aid programs, has also been talked about as "Sharon Helgason and the Canadians" because she has inspired retired Canadians to volunteer in this part of Mexico.
The energetic advocate for the needy, who founded the Chicxulub Food Bank in 2005 and other aid programs, has also been talked about as "Sharon Helgason and the Canadians" because she has inspired retired Canadians to volunteer in this part of Mexico.
Service Clubs: An Optimistic Future?
Service Clubs: An Optimistic Future?: New demographics present new challenges
Baby boomers are heading towards retirement, children are engaged in activities that require more parental involvement, and technology is constantly increasing the pace of day-to-day life. Membership is down as younger people fail to replace longtime members, and the average member age continues to rise.
All of these changes point to an obvious question: will service clubs continue to play a vital role in our communities?
Baby boomers are heading towards retirement, children are engaged in activities that require more parental involvement, and technology is constantly increasing the pace of day-to-day life. Membership is down as younger people fail to replace longtime members, and the average member age continues to rise.
All of these changes point to an obvious question: will service clubs continue to play a vital role in our communities?
Tuesday, March 20, 2012
More Than Child's Play: Engaging Youth in Philanthropy
More Than Child's Play: Engaging Youth in Philanthropy: With the help of his dad and his friend Blake's dad — who happens to be NHL Hall of Famer Paul Coffey — the first Feel Like A Pro Day took place in June 2011 and raised $200,000 for the Canadian Cancer Society. This past November, that accomplishment won him the Outstanding Youth in Philanthropy Award from the Association of Fundraising Professionals, Greater Toronto Chapter. There are plans to expand to other parts of the country, develop a "tourney in a box" kit, and more actively recruit young female players.
GuelphMercury - Sustaining the future of philanthropy through social...
GuelphMercury - Sustaining the future of philanthropy through social...: Sustaining the future of philanthropy through social enterprise
There are approximately 80,000 registered charitable organizations in Canada, and more than 40 per cent of them are operated entirely by volunteers.
Charities employ nearly two million Canadians, and in 2006, Canadians donated a total of $8.5 billion to charities. I found it staggering to learn that this $8.5 billion in donations, plus government funding, add up to nearly 70 per cent of charitable organization budgets.
There are approximately 80,000 registered charitable organizations in Canada, and more than 40 per cent of them are operated entirely by volunteers.
Charities employ nearly two million Canadians, and in 2006, Canadians donated a total of $8.5 billion to charities. I found it staggering to learn that this $8.5 billion in donations, plus government funding, add up to nearly 70 per cent of charitable organization budgets.
Getting the Most out of the Conference - AFP Vancouver - Association of Fundraising Professionals Vancouver Chapter
Getting the Most out of the Conference - AFP Vancouver - Association of Fundraising Professionals Vancouver Chapter: Vancouver based author and business woman Angela Crocker considers herself a conference junkie. “I could put “Conference Go-er” on my resume,” she says in a series of blogs before last year’s Social Media Camp. “I’ve experimented with what to do and take. After lots of blisters, useless notes, dead batteries and some wicked headaches, I’ve figured out what works.” She shares her insights here in anticipation of the AFP International Conference.
Home - AFP Vancouver - Association of Fundraising Professionals Vancouver Chapter
Home - AFP Vancouver - Association of Fundraising Professionals Vancouver Chapter: Countdown to AFP International Conference
Preparing for the AFP International Conference? Read this! Vancouver-based author and business woman Angela Crocker considers herself a conference junkie and provides her tips for getting the most out of any conference.
You've never seen anything like this! Get ready to be inspired at AFP’s Morning General Session as NextGen:Charity's unprecedented array of visionaries dazzle you with rapid-fire talks on big ideas that will take your organization, your career and your life to the next level. Each is a rock star: Al Pittampali, Liz Wiseman and Norm Brodsky so bring out your best and expand your possibilities with the stars of The NextGen:Charity Experience @ AFP’s International Conference on Fundraising!
Preparing for the AFP International Conference? Read this! Vancouver-based author and business woman Angela Crocker considers herself a conference junkie and provides her tips for getting the most out of any conference.
You've never seen anything like this! Get ready to be inspired at AFP’s Morning General Session as NextGen:Charity's unprecedented array of visionaries dazzle you with rapid-fire talks on big ideas that will take your organization, your career and your life to the next level. Each is a rock star: Al Pittampali, Liz Wiseman and Norm Brodsky so bring out your best and expand your possibilities with the stars of The NextGen:Charity Experience @ AFP’s International Conference on Fundraising!
Selling the notion of corporate naming for Victoria landmarks
Selling the notion of corporate naming for Victoria landmarks: She suggests five global principles to drive the policy:
• The city welcomes proposals for naming rights and parkade advertising, while reserving the right to guard against undue commercialization of the public realm.
• The city welcomes proposals for naming rights and parkade advertising, while reserving the right to guard against undue commercialization of the public realm.
Monday, March 19, 2012
Toronto Couple Named Volunteer Fundraisers of the Year | Toronto | Canada | Epoch Times
Toronto Couple Named Volunteer Fundraisers of the Year | Toronto | Canada | Epoch Times: The Andersons will be awarded the 2012 Award for Outstanding Volunteer Fundraiser by the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) in March. They will receive the honour at a special ceremony in Vancouver during AFP’s 49th International Conference on Fundraising, the largest gathering of fundraisers in the world.
Thursday, March 15, 2012
The AFP Blog: Bringing Fundraising to Life at the AFP International Conference
The AFP Blog: Bringing Fundraising to Life at the AFP International Conference: ut in terms of learning, sharing and creating a sense of community, nothing compares with a live gathering of fundraisers, which is why I’m so excited about AFP’s International Conference on Fundraising, April 1-3, 2012, in Vancouver, British Columbia.
Registration
Registration: More than 4,000 professionals will come together in Vancouver for a three-day immersion to learn best practices and strategies that work. It’s a place to gain insight from industry and world leaders, a chance to learn breakthrough fundraising tactics, and an opportunity to share your own successes and challenges while meeting colleagues from across town and around the globe. And AFP 2012 is an occasion to be inspired – by great philanthropists, lessons from leaders and conversations with newfound friends.
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