Giving back with NCGives’ help: African Americans & American Indian Youth

April 24, 2012

As part of our Cultures of Giving Donor Challenge, here are two stories of our impact with North Carolina givers of color. If it's important to you that ALL people and ALL gifts are recognized and supported as essential elements of our state's philanthropy, please donate to support NCGives' continued work!

Edgar Villanueva: I *am* a philanthropist

By Melinda McKee

April 11, 2012

Our friend and former board member, Edgar Villanueva, recently sat down to share his thoughts on philanthropy, and how NCGives helped him to see it differently.

An Unprecedented Opportunity for North Carolina: “Cultures of Giving” in April!

By Melinda McKee

March 26, 2012

*UPDATE* You can now donate here: http://culturesofgiving.razoo.com/story/Ncgives

We're very excited to announce that NCGives has been selected as one of only 22 organizations in the USA to participate in the Cultures of Giving Donor Challenge, an initiative of the W.K. Kellogg Foundation. For 10 days in April, you'll have an opportunity to help NCGives build stronger communities as we grow and advocate for community philanthropy in North Carolina.

Our goal for this online giving challenge is to raise $100,000 -- and with your help, we'll also receive an additional $20,000-minimum matching grant from WKKF!

“Giving grows among communities of color” (From Philanthropy Journal)

February 03, 2012

Charitable giving in the U.S. quickly is becoming more ethnically, culturally and socioeconomically diverse, yet conventional philanthropy has not fully recognized, embraced and partnered with communities of color and needs to understand and support their philanthropy if it wants to drive social change, a new report says.

American Indian Giving At-A-Glance

By Melinda McKee

November 04, 2011

In honor of American Indian Heritage Month, we're sharing our one-page fact sheet about the giving heritage among the native community, including examples from North Carolina. We hope you find it useful in your communities!

Four (Not) Stupid Questions About Philanthropy

By Melinda McKee

September 28, 2011

Today is nationally (albeit unofficially) known as “Ask A Stupid Question Day,” a liberating chance to put forth your inquiries without fear of embarrassment. Well, we don't think any of your questions are "stupid" (seriously!), but in the spirit of the day, here are our answers to a few of the most obvious questions in NCGives' world:

American Indian Women & Giving

By Melinda McKee

September 22, 2011

Last week, NCGives had the opportunity to lead a panel discussion at the American Indian Women of Proud Nations conference, held this year in Raleigh, North Carolina.

The session, called "Giving From the Heart: The Culture & Practice of Women's Giving," covered the importance of looking within our own communities for giving resources, instead of depending soley on grants and other "outside support." The potential for women's giving circles was explored, as well as the activity and impact of the NC American Indian Fund.

Cultural Perspectives On Money, Giving

June 03, 2011

The Chronicle of Philanthropy published a thought-provoking article a little while back about the cultural context of money. Our question: how does your culture impact your perspective on money, particularly in terms of giving it? And how does your culture impact your giving in other ways (time, talent, goods, etc)?

NCGives Executive Director Appointed to Local and National Boards

May 17, 2011

NCGives' executive director Donna Chavis has been appointed as a director for two different boards in recent weeks:

United Methodist Foundation, Inc. - The Garner-based foundation manages the planned giving and socially responsible investing initiatives of the North Carolina Conference of The United Methodist Church.

The Rural School and Community Trust - The Trust, a national nonprofit, works in some of the most economically challenged areas of the country addressing the crucial relationship between good schools and thriving communities.