News

CPC’s “Gather Together” tomorrow in Waynesville

April 16, 2010

If you're in the Asheville/Waynesville area, the Center for Participatory Change will be giving out copies of our North Carolina Giving DVD at tomorrow's gathering! Learn more here

“North Carolina Giving” on UNC-TV this week!

April 05, 2010

We just found out that UNC-TV will be rebroadcasting some of our North Carolina Giving segments on "North Carolina NOW" this week!

Tonight:          American Indians and Giving
Tuesday:        Women and Giving
Wednesday:  Asians and Pacific Islanders and Giving
Thursday:       Young People and Giving

Tune in at 7:30pm on UNC-TV....and please help us spread the word!

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“Seniors seen as key civic resource” (The Philanthropy Journal)

April 05, 2010

Elderly North Carolinians play a big role in the state's civic life and will be even more important as Baby Boomers start turning 65 in 2011, and the state should find ways to engage them in service activities, a new study says.

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NC youth givers turn heads; DC jobseeker gives away $10 a day

March 24, 2010

"Youth philanthropy: A little can yield a lot" (Philanthropy Journal)

Most folks know of Margaret Mead's quote "never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world..." It's a saying that we've heard dozens of times. But how many us have actually had an opportunity to see this in action - to observe in real-time the power of a collective spark catch fire?

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“Older workers bring new purpose to volunteer work” (New York Times)

March 12, 2010

Stuffing envelopes is out and meaningful work experience is in for a new generation of volunteers.

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“Compassion Counts More Than Ever” (from Parade Magazine)

March 09, 2010

America is in the midst of a boom--and one that is benefiting and bonding us all. "During past tough economic times, there was a decrease in volunteering," says Patrick Corvington, CEO of the federal Corporation for National and Community Service. "But today there's a 'compassion boom' of people helping others." An exclusive new PARADE poll shows how and why so many Americans are working to improve our communities and the world.

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Local giving circle reaches milestone; Raleigh nonprofit conference on 3/29

March 02, 2010

  • The Women's Giving Circle of Fayetteville has grown to over 100 members, and they have recently launched into their second year of grantmaking.
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Documentary broadcast on UNC-TV *tonight*

February 05, 2010

Don't forget to tune in!

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African American Cultural Celebration postponed

By Melinda McKee

January 29, 2010

NCGives was scheduled to be a part of the African American Cultural Celebration at the N.C. Museum of History tomorrow, but due to the impending snow storm, this entire event has been rescheduled for June 5.  Everyone have a safe and enjoyable weekend!

Haiti calls for aid; North Carolina responds

By Melinda McKee

January 15, 2010

The world is answering the cries for help in Haiti, and North Carolinians are no exception. In addition to North Carolina-based troops that are already arriving in the earthquake-devastated nation, many individuals and organizations are responding quickly with compassion and generosity. Here's an idea of what's going on around our state:

CHARLOTTE - Local service organization Kiwanis Uptown is hosting a fundraiser party tonight; proceeds will go to The Billy Graham World Emergency Fund. Learn More

RALEIGH -

  • Several local musicians and restaurants have banded together to hold a fundraising event this Sunday (1/17) in downtown Raleigh; proceeds will go to the Raleigh-based Hope for Haiti Foundation. Learn More
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