Agenda e-bulletin - August 2009

Study Shows Mail's the Best Way to Reach Donors

Mail is the preferred form of nonprofit communications, with email fast catching up according to a recently released study on consumer media preferences commissioned by Australia Post. | more...

Chuck Feeney gives $102M to Queensland nonprofits

American philanthropist Chuck Feeney has once again bestowed some jaw-dropping gifts on Queensland nonprofits. | more...

India celebrates the Joy of Giving

An unprecedented wave of benevolence is set to sweep across India for the upcoming Joy of Giving Week - a concept other countries might do well to adopt. Natalea Iskra reports. | more...

New Study to Shine Light on Australasian Fundraising Practices

A new survey has just been launched that will take the pulse of Australasian fundraising and provide insight to the practices and trends of the sector. Jeremy Bradshaw reports. | more...

Nonprofits experiencing downturn in donations

A recently released report has found that more than half of nonprofits are suffering a decline in income. But, it's not all bad news. | more...

BHP Billiton gives $5 million to World Vision

A new partnership between BHP Billiton and World Vision will boost care and health activities for hundreds of children in the East Pilbara. | more...

Now is not the time to be tight on professional development

Not forking out for conferences and workshops can cost your organisation. Sean Triner says it pays to learn. | more...