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American Institute of Philanthropy

Type: Organization

Name: American Institute of Philanthropy

First reported May 23 2013 - Updated May 24 2013 - 1 reports

NC volunteers arrive to help victims of Oklahoma tornado

The North Carolina Baptist Men are sending three teams with heavy equipment to Moore, Okla., to help with the cleanup from the tornado that damaged tens of thousands of structures there Monday and claimed 24 lives. A team from Fayetteville was expected ... [Published WRAL - May 23 2013]

Entities: Tornado, Fundraising, Donations, American Institute of Philanthropy, Disaster

First reported May 21 2013 - Updated May 22 2013 - 1 reports

N.C. attorney general warns of scams in wake of Oklahoma tornado

John Hinton/Winston-Salem Journal Winston-Salem JournalAttorney General Roy Cooper warned state residents Tuesday to make sure any money they donate to help with tornado relief in Oklahoma goes to disaster victims rather than scam artists.“Our hearts ... [Published Winston-Salem Journal - May 21 2013]

Entities: Online Scams, Tornado, Attorney General

First reported May 22 2013 - Updated May 22 2013 - 1 reports

America’s Fund Announces $1 Million Matching Campaign, Generous Family Pledges 100% of Donations Raised

Proving that truly unselfish acts really do exist, America’s Fund announces a $1 million donation matching campaign to run over the next year—made possible by the incredible generosity of a family who prefers to remain anonymous. America’s Fund, a charitable ... [Published Digital Journal - May 22 2013]

Entities: Donations, Semper Fi, American Institute of Philanthropy, Charity Navigator

First reported Apr 17 2013 - Updated Apr 17 2013 - 2 reports

More » America’s Fund to Aid Boston Marathon Victims, Offer Immediate Financial Support

Veteran Non-Profit Program Sends Help and Hope to the InjuredWashington, DC (PRWEB) April 17, 2013In the wake of Monday?s tragedy in Boston, the nation mourns the lives we lost, and grieves for the injured and their families. These are the first days ... [Published Yahoo! News - Apr 17 2013]

Entities: Semper Fi, Boston Marathon, Donations, FundAmerica, Boston (Massachusetts, United States)

First reported Apr 16 2013 - Updated Apr 16 2013 - 1 reports

Voice of the People, Apr. 15

_ Slaughtering horses"What's worse than horse slaughter?" asks Tribune columnist Steve Chapman on the April 7 Commentary page.Chapman thinks slaughtering horses is good for them considering the alternative of a responsible "proprietor" spending $500-$600 ... [Published Chicago Tribune - Apr 16 2013]

Entities: Steve Chapman, Humane Society of the United States (HSUS), American Institute of Philanthropy, Rick Berman, Horsemeat

First reported Dec 03 2012 - Updated Dec 03 2012 - 1 reports

No Irish Setters Need Apply

Note: This post is part of our League Symposium on Charity. Here is the introductory post for the Symposium . Here is a list of all posts so far . I’ve been asked for data to support my earlier claim that charity is primarily self-regarding ... [Published The League of Ordinary Gentlemen - Dec 03 2012]

Entities: Cancer, Breast Cancer, Colorectal Cancer

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The North Carolina-based Samaritan's Purse arrived Wednesday with mobile kitchens to help feed the flood of volunteers. "North Carolinians are so generous, beyond what I can describe" said Karina Petersen with pride...

NC volunteers arrive to help victims of Oklahoma tornado [Published WRAL - May 23 2013]

...which may prevent loved ones from visiting their family members at military hospitals including travel costs, lodging, and even missed wages. "We are so grateful to receive this family’s incredible gift,” said Karen Guenther, America’s Fund Founder and CEO. “Their generosity will touch the lives of so many other families in their time of need, providing invaluable support on their road to recovery." The opportunity provided by this family, in memory of their brother as well as all who serve, gives America’s Fund the capital needed to expand their...

America’s Fund Announces $1 Million Matching Campaign, Generous Family Pledges 100% of Donations ... [Published Digital Journal - May 22 2013]

...the MMRF has achieved an A+ rating from CharityWatch, further demonstrating exceptional commitment to donor accountability and transparency. "Receiving the highest ratings attainable from Charity Navigator and CharityWatch, the two leading charity evaluators, underscores the level and intensity of ongoing commitment of the MMRF to our donors,” said Walter M Capone, Chief Operating Officer of the MMRF. “The MMRF works diligently to maximize every donation we receive to accelerate the development of new and potentially curative approaches for multiple myeloma.” Earning the Charity Navigator 4-star rating for at least 10 consecutive years is an honor that less than one percent of charities nationwide has earned. This distinguished recognition is conferred only to nonprofits that exceed industry standards and regularly outperform other charities. This outstanding ranking not only differentiates the MMRF from its peers but also demonstrates its continuing efforts and commitment to maintaining donor trust and investment. Formerly known as American Institute of Philanthropy, CharityWatch is a nonprofit charity watchdog and information service. CharityWatch carefully scrutinizes the finances of nonprofits to give donors a clearer understanding of how efficiently their cash donations are being spent. The MMRF is one of only two cancer nonprofits to receive the top-rated A+ designation from Charity Watch. The MMRF has also received a "Best in America" Seal of Excellence from the IndependentIndependent Charities of America and is recognized by Philanthropedia as one of 16 expert-identified, high-impact nonprofits in the field of cancer. The MMRF continues to fulfill all of the Better Business Bureau's (BBB Wise Giving AllianceWise Giving Alliance Standards for Charity Accountability and has also received approval from the National Cancer Institute for the review process associated with its research grants program. About the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation (MMRF) The Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation (MMRF) was established in 1998 as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization by twin sisters Karen Andrews and Kathy Giusti, soon after Kathy's diagnosis with multiple myeloma. The mission of the MMRF is to relentlessly pursue innovative means that accelerate the development of next-generation multiple myeloma treatments to extend the lives of patients and lead to a cure. As the world's number-one private funder of multiple myeloma research, the MMRF has raised over $225 million since its inception and directs 90% of total budget to research and related programming. As a result, the MMRF has been awarded Charity Navigator’s coveted four-star rating for ten consecutive years, the highest designation for outstanding fiscal responsibility and exceptional efficiency. For more information about the MMRF, please visit www.themmrf.org."

Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation (MMRF) Receives 4-Star Rating from Charity Navigator and A+ ... [Published Yahoo! Finance - Apr 16 2013]

...underscores the level and intensity of ongoing commitment of the MMRF to our donors," said Walter M Capone, Chief Operating Officer of the MMRF. "The MMRF works diligently to maximize every donation we receive to accelerate the development of new and potentially curative approaches for multiple myeloma."

Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation (MMRF) Receives 4-Star Rating from Charity Navigator and A+ ... [Published Scottrade - Apr 16 2013]

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Weekly Standard on SPLC Scammers [Published Atlas Shrugs - Apr 10 2013]
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Weekly Standard on SPLC Scammers [Published Atlas Shrugs - Apr 10 2013] The Weekly Standard has an excellent takedown of the "shysters" and "con men" -- it's long, but read every word. What's so very telling is that the media cites these frauds every time they write about me (AFDI and SIOA are two of the 1,360 patriot "hate" ...
Email Expose Collusion at the Highest Levels be... [Published Atlas Shrugs - Feb 04 2013] DoJ email to Morris Dees: July 23, 2012– “I will pick you [Morris Dees] up at the airport July 30. Would yougo out to dinner with my wife and me and our two teenage daughters thatfirst night? The girls need some inspiration from a master ofinspiration.”This ...
No Irish Setters Need Apply [Published The League of Ordinary Gentlemen - Dec 03 2012] Note: This post is part of our League Symposium on Charity. Here is the introductory post for the Symposium . Here is a list of all posts so far . I’ve been asked for data to support my earlier claim that charity is primarily self-regarding ...
Mutual Funds For Non-Profits: Bright Funds Want... [Published TechCrunch - Nov 27 2012] When push-comes-to-shove, people love to donate, especially when they believe that their donation (be it money, time, food or possessions) will make a real difference. While online charity and fundraising platforms have made it easier than ever before ...