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National Study of Nonprofit-Government Contracts and Grants 2013

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05/2014

Urban Institute's report discusses the results of the 2013 National Survey of Nonprofit-Government Contracts and Grants. Access the Connecticut State Profile, All State Profiles and Findings from the National Survey. The report provides national and state-by-state snapshots of most types of nonprofit organizations that have contracts and grants with local, state, and federal governments. The individual state profiles are designed to document the extent of nonprofit-government contracting, processes and problems. States are also ranked according to number of grants, types of issues, and actions taken by nonprofits to address the challenges they face.

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State of the Nonprofit Sector

Letter to Connecticut Delegation in Support of IRA Charitable Rollover, Donor Advised Funds 5-20-14

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05/2014

This joint letter from the Council and the Community Foundation leadership that was sent to the CT delegation in support of the extenders legislation currently under review by the Finance Committee. This represents the continued position of the Council over the last four years and the hopes for a new conversation about making these provisions permanent going forward.

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Tax and Regulatory Issues

Solving the Connecticut Data Deficit through Collaboration

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12/2012

Connecticut-based health foundations came together several years ago to discuss the need for more data so that Connecticut could better track its progress on improving the health of its residents. The origin of this successful collaboration is described this article in the Views from the Field: Grantmakers in Health.

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Member eBrief - May 2014

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05/12/2014

... Colleagues Member News, Releases and Publications New Resources Other Events Annual Luncheon Recap More than ... The Council invites you to join the conversation on our blog and discuss how you can lean into your role as a ... joining Emerging Practitioners in Philanthropy (EPIP) and helping to start the Council-sponsored Connecticut Chapter . ...

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2014 Annual Luncheon Recap

... The Council invites you to join the conversation on our blog and discuss how you can lean into your role as a leader. Follow our blog, CTPhilanthropyNotes.org . In the coming months ... us by attending the annual luncheon, we especially thank our sponsors! Gold Sponsors: Silver Sponsors: ...

Council for Philanthropy Introduces New Board Leadership

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05/12/2014

HARTFORD, CT— The Connecticut Council for Philanthropy welcomed SUE MURPHY, Executive Director of Liberty Bank Foundation (Middletown and Colchester), as the newly elected chair of the board of directors at its Annual Luncheon on May 2 at the New Haven Lawn Club.

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Open Letter to All Senators in Support of IRA Charitable Rollover, 2-28-14

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02/2014

The Connecticut Council for Philanthropy signed on to an Independent Sector open letter to all Senators, asking ...

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Council Presents Award to Melville Charitable Trust

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05/06/2014

HARTFORD, CT – The Connecticut Council for Philanthropy presented the inaugural Nancy P. Roberts Award to THE MELVILLE CHARITABLE TRUST. The award honors a grantmaking organization for demonstrated innovation in philanthropy.

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Lucy Ball Honored with Philanthropy Award

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05/06/2014

... ways local funders can play a more active role in in helping nonprofits meet community needs. Lucy has served in ...

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Carlton Highsmith Honored with Philanthropy Award

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05/06/2014

... as a personal mentor and an inspiration to so many in our community.” Carlton has for many years devoted himself ...

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CT Philanthropy Digest - Apr 2014

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04/25/2014

... in Norwalk, in a location where a wealth of early literacy resources and materials will be available. Sessions planned ... foundations in Connecticut with special story features in our communications [see the Community Foundation News in this ... your gift -- is a permanent source of community capital, helping to do good work today and in the future. ...

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Member eBrief - April 2014

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04/08/2014

... and opportunities for action. You can also visit our website for Policy News and Advocacy Resources . State of the Nonprofit Sector The Nonprofit ... in an interview about the WorkPath Fund on WTIC Radio's "Face the State" program. Member News, Releases & ...

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Independent Sector

Independent Sector is the leading coalition of nonprofits, ... committed to advancing the common good in America. Independent Sector ...

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Beyond the Cause: The Art and Science of Advocacy

Independent Sector's publication is a study that identifies ...

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Advocacy Capacity Tool

... about their organization’s skills, knowledge, and resources for running issue campaigns, influencing ...

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Dynamic Families: How Small Family Foundations Decide to Make Big Changes Through Public Policy

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01/2009

This investigation reveals common patterns among small family foundations that have thrived in the world of policy philanthropy. This publication spotlights efforts by four foundations, including Connecticut's William Caspar Graustein Memorial Fund.

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Keeping Track: A guide to Recordkeeping for Advocacy Charities

This Alliance for Justice (AFJ) resource is designed to help public charities comply with federal tax law by tracking their lobbying activities. The guide includes sample forms, and describes multiple options for tracking staff time, overhead expenses, and direct costs.

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A Guide to Measuring Advocacy and Policy

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01/2007

... has proven difficult because relatively few instructive resources exist to help those who wish to measure progress in ...

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Metro Hartford Progress Points 2014

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04/2014

A Greater Hartford partnership, including Hartford Foundation for Public Giving and United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut, has released the first edition of a community indicators report, Metro Hartford Progress Points. The report highlights the challenges and opportunities facing the region.

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CT Philanthropy Digest - Mar 2014

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03/28/2014

... raised $745,729.64 for more than 250 local nonprofits. "Our local nonprofits provide critical services in our ... Lifeline Grants $274,000 to Nonprofits Helping Those Who Need It Most UnitedHealthcare ... of a second round of the Another Look: Better Health for Elders in Care Facilities grant program. Another Look will ...

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