DevexUnderstanding how research can better engage aid policyDevexAnd research directly related to aid priorities were more successful in leading to policy impact compared to blue sky research. But from interviews with 25 stakeholders from the Departmen…
TwinCities.com-Pioneer PressThis Hudson man needed a kidney. The donor who stepped up? A real surprise.TwinCities.com-Pioneer PressA kidney transplant between two former family members once related by marriage is scheduled for Tuesday at Hennepin Count…
The Nation |
SSO expands coverage for stem-cell treatments – The Nation
The Nation The Social Security Office (SSO) has expanded its insured person’s health coverage to include more stem-cell treatments at eight hospitals nationwide. |
CTV NewsCharitable donation rates down locally, provincially and nationallyCTV NewsStatistics Canada says the number of donors fell in all provinces and every territory except Yukon. Ontario accounted for nearly $3.9 billion in donations. That number r…
Florida Politics (blog) |
Florida-based GOP donor: Want cash? Support assault weapons ban
Florida Politics (blog) Although one donor might pale in comparison to the influence of the NRA, Hoffman’s move could pick up traction with other like-minded GOP donors. Another Florida-based donor, Peter Rummell, already is on board. He told the Times he would only donate to … |
MiBiz |
Equity, next-gen donors among top trends for philanthropy in 2018
MiBiz Additionally, more next-generation donors have bought into the related “localist” movement, he said. “The localist movement is really growing among younger generations,” Caldwell said. “The neighborhoods are coming back and the population growth that … |
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Campaign donations create ethics issue in Port Wentworth
Savannah Morning News Port Wentworth’s ethics ordinance requirement for elected officials’ recusal from voting on issues related to campaign donors is causing a problem for one the city’s most frequent donors — Fred Williams. It’s also led to council member Debbie Johnson … |
UPROXX |
Emma Watson Made A Massive Donation To A Women’s Justice Fund
UPROXX Watson’s donation to the fund, which aims to “address priority needs, especially those of people in low paid, part-time and freelance employment, and those who face intersecting disadvantages related to their race, age, class, immigration status … Emma Watson Donates £1 Million To Victims Of Sexual AbuseLADbible |
Gainesville Times |
Area charities await potential impact of tax reform law
Gainesville Times Georgia CASA Executive Director Duaine Hathaway echoed Walden’s comments, saying there is potential for a dip in individual donations. He, too, is hopeful for minimal change from donors who see the value of the work being done. “I think we’ll have to … |
Lansing State Journal |
Donors send dozens of local kids to showing of ‘Black Panther’
Lansing State Journal LANSING — “This movie is so cool,” a little girl shouted while watching the “Black Panther” movie at Celebration! Cinema on Saturday morning. A few minutes later, that same girl yelled, “I’m so lucky to be in this movie.” Nearly 100 boys, girls and … |