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International Volunteer Day ‘Wrap’ Celebrations

Staff Reporter, Monday, 10th December 2001 -  The International Year of Volunteers has officially ended with well-deserved celebrations down-under as well as worldwide.

National ‘Legal Pro Bono’ Resource Centre

Staff Reporter, Tuesday, 27th November 2001 -  The Federal Government has announced that a consortium lead by the Public Interest Advocacy Centre has been selected to establish and run a National Legal Pro Bono Resource Centre.

A Peak Body? The Debate Continues!

Staff Reporter, Tuesday, 27th November 2001 -  Many Not for Profits are looking for more information about just what a Peak Body for the entire third sector would involve...

Annual ‘Giving’ Surveys

Staff Reporter, Tuesday, 27th November 2001 -  Annual ‘Giving’ surveys by charity experts reveal that Not for Profits are expecting tougher times ahead with many experiencing mixed fortunes in the previous twelve months.

Call for More Private Philanthropy

Staff Reporter, Tuesday, 27th November 2001 -  The recipient of the 2001 Ramaciotti medal for excellence in biomedical research, Professor Grant Sutherland, has called for more private philanthropy to boost Australian medical research.

Breaking Down the ‘Digital Divide’

Staff Reporter, Tuesday, 27th November 2001 -  Key representatives from Telstra, the Australian Council of Social Service (ACOSS) and academia are taking steps towards reducing the “digital divide”...

From Philanthropy to Social Investment

Staff Reporter, Monday, 12th November 2001 -  Swinburne University of Technology is hosting a high-powered seminar in Melbourne later this month as part of its launch of the Asia Pacific Centre for Philanthropy and Social Investment.

New Victorian Fundraising Legislation Becomes Law

Staff Reporter, Monday, 12th November 2001 -  New fundraising legislation to reduce 'red tape' for smaller charities, while cracking down on unscrupulous operators has been passed by the Victorian Parliament.

Australian Entrepreneur of the Year -Profile

Staff Reporter, Monday, 12th November 2001 -  Australian entrepreneurs are not only gaining recognition for their talented business acumen these days but also for their community involvement.

Volunteers ‘Give’ More -US Research

Staff Reporter, Monday, 12th November 2001 -  A comprehensive study of giving and volunteering in the United States shows that nearly nine out of ten American families gave charitable contributions last year with an average contribution of $1,620 or 3.2 percent of their income.

Looking for a ‘Cause’ – CRM Research

Staff Reporter, Monday, 12th November 2001 -  New research reveals that Australian consumers are increasingly likely to be influenced in their purchasing decisions by a company’s association with a ‘cause’. And Corporate Australia is intending to practice and spend more on Cause Related Marketing.

Legal Assistance Via E-mail!

Staff Reporter, Monday, 12th November 2001 -  The challenges and benefits of providing legal advice and assistance via e-mail have been brought together in a new publication for legal practitioners and community and government agencies.
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