In the face of the departure of the Ford Foundation’s Luis Ubiñas, William A. Schambra’s on the hunt for some truth to counteract the nonprofit world’s culture of polite silence.
NPQ figures that a lot of its readers will be hearing about yesterday’s court ruling on unpaid internships. We’ve called out the most salient parts of the related law, and encourage you to give us your responses to the decision.
A fascinating art exhibition was staged in New York City, wherein visitors to the Museum of Art and Design were invited to take and leave “exhibits” as they chose.
It’s pretty shady to cover discriminatory practices with a fare hike, but that’s just what the Hands On Children’s Museum in Florida did. Fortunately, Internet activists are on the scene to raise their voices.
The story of Hafsa Halawa, who was convicted along with 42 other NGO workers in Egypt, stands as a testament to the troubles human rights groups are going through.
A distasteful quote from CEO Mike Jeffries began making the rounds on the Internet, which stirred up a hornet’s nest of online activism and local protests. Some vented their anger on websites, but DoSomething.org took their ire to the flagship Abercrombie store in New York.
Sixteen Americans were among the 43 NGO employees found guilty of violating Egyptian law. All of the Americans had left the country prior to the verdicts…except for one.
Facebook’s Mark Zuckerberg continues his involvement in New Jersey politics, as he supports candidates, like Cory Booker and Gov. Chris Christie, who back “free-market” approaches to education reform.
You’ve probably never heard of Randy Credico, and you probably wouldn’t vote for him if you had. But his idea for putting more funds in New York City coffers for community improvement ain’t “too damn” bad.
Ehab Sadeek was so incensed by the appropriation of his faith that he pledged all the profits from his bagel business to One Fund Boston until the last person injured in the Boston Marathon bombings was sent home.
The hip vibe surrounding crowdfunding is ultra-relevant for nonprofits. It’s not just for the cool new gadget or avant-garde performance event. Rather, crowdfunding is both entirely native to our work and growing exponentially as a source of charitable contributions and alternative business financing around the globe.
Our marvelous future: people in their forties and fifties coming back to the workforce and taking unpaid internships to gain “resume-worthy experience.”
At Weigand Avenue Elementary School in Watts, with 53 percent of the parents calling for a change in the administration, the principal, Irma Cobian, has been forced out in a sort of “parent revolt.”
Two specific elements of the Affordable Care Act have been enveloped in the Washington climate of controversy. But these scandals are only so much smoke.
When officers at a protest in front of the Department of Justice moved to arrest agitated housing defenders, they may have used tasers on non-violent resisters.
A small organic dairy co-op in Maine has received an equity investment of $3 million from an anonymous New Hampshire backer, the largest investment the co-op has ever seen.
The Center for American Progress is a well-heeled progressive think tank. But Ken Silverstein’s report shows that CAP is entwined with corporate funders and undisclosed conflicts of interest.
San Diego nonprofit Computers 2 SD Kids is bridging the technology gap in local communities by connecting low-income families with refurbished computers.
In light of her decision to take the Fifth rather than testify before Congress, the EO Division head has asked to be excused from testifying to spare herself “embarrassment or burden.”
The president hasn’t lived up to his campaign promises to lead an administration characterized by openness. The nonprofit community should stand up and lead the way, starting with 501(c)(4) donor lists.
Mural arts programs get creative when it comes to covering costs.
In the face of the departure of the Ford Foundation’s Luis Ubiñas, William A. Schambra’s on the hunt for some truth to counteract the nonprofit world’s culture of polite silence. 
The Finance Committee’s review is readable, concise, and informative. However, politics mandates that it also be noncommittal. 
NPQ figures that a lot of its readers will be hearing about yesterday’s court ruling on unpaid internships. We’ve called out the most salient parts of the related law, and encourage you to give us your responses to the decision.
A fascinating art exhibition was staged in New York City, wherein visitors to the Museum of Art and Design were invited to take and leave “exhibits” as they chose. 
It’s pretty shady to cover discriminatory practices with a fare hike, but that’s just what the Hands On Children’s Museum in Florida did. Fortunately, Internet activists are on the scene to raise their voices.
What’s the connection between the technical side of computing and the drive to spread secrets and cause social change? 
The story of Hafsa Halawa, who was convicted along with 42 other NGO workers in Egypt, stands as a testament to the troubles human rights groups are going through. 
The last thirty days or so have been a news month we will not soon forget.
A distasteful quote from CEO Mike Jeffries began making the rounds on the Internet, which stirred up a hornet’s nest of online activism and local protests. Some vented their anger on websites, but DoSomething.org took their ire to the flagship Abercrombie store in New York.
Sixteen Americans were among the 43 NGO employees found guilty of violating Egyptian law. All of the Americans had left the country prior to the verdicts…except for one.
Facebook’s Mark Zuckerberg continues his involvement in New Jersey politics, as he supports candidates, like Cory Booker and Gov. Chris Christie, who back “free-market” approaches to education reform.
You’ve probably never heard of Randy Credico, and you probably wouldn’t vote for him if you had. But his idea for putting more funds in New York City coffers for community improvement ain’t “too damn” bad.
Ehab Sadeek was so incensed by the appropriation of his faith that he pledged all the profits from his bagel business to One Fund Boston until the last person injured in the Boston Marathon bombings was sent home. 
Successful online community building will spread the word about the goals and dynamics of recent Turkish protests. 
The hip vibe surrounding crowdfunding is ultra-relevant for nonprofits. It’s not just for the cool new gadget or avant-garde performance event. Rather, crowdfunding is both entirely native to our work and growing exponentially as a source of charitable contributions and alternative business financing around the globe.
In Portland, Maine, the Brooks Family Foundation surprised Mayo Street Arts with $250,000, enough to pay off the mortgage on its historic building.
Our marvelous future: people in their forties and fifties coming back to the workforce and taking unpaid internships to gain “resume-worthy experience.”
At Weigand Avenue Elementary School in Watts, with 53 percent of the parents calling for a change in the administration, the principal, Irma Cobian, has been forced out in a sort of “parent revolt.” 
Two specific elements of the Affordable Care Act have been enveloped in the Washington climate of controversy. But these scandals are only so much smoke.
A creative new iPhone game encourages social change and gives 25% of its proceeds to charity. 
What would make Rep. Bachmann decide not to run for reelection in 2014? 
When officers at a protest in front of the Department of Justice moved to arrest agitated housing defenders, they may have used tasers on non-violent resisters. 
A small organic dairy co-op in Maine has received an equity investment of $3 million from an anonymous New Hampshire backer, the largest investment the co-op has ever seen.
A group of young professionals show camaraderie and dedication working together on a fundraising event for the local chapter of the MDA.
San Diego nonprofit Computers 2 SD Kids is bridging the technology gap in local communities by connecting low-income families with refurbished computers. 
In light of her decision to take the Fifth rather than testify before Congress, the EO Division head has asked to be excused from testifying to spare herself “embarrassment or burden.”
The president hasn’t lived up to his campaign promises to lead an administration characterized by openness. The nonprofit community should stand up and lead the way, starting with 501(c)(4) donor lists.
