Bill Clinton to Be Interviewed by Oprah on "Giving" Tuesday, August 28, 2007 - Fox News Former President Clinton will appear on Oprah Winfrey's TV talk show next Tuesday, Sept. 4, his first interview to promote "Giving," a book on philanthropy and civic action coming out the same day. Contributed by Richard Bray

The new philanthropy Monday, August 27, 2007 - The Columbian Dick Jazbec, 64, represents a new breed of philanthropist. He is among a growing number of Americans who plan their estates not just to benefit their heirs but to enrich their communities in ways that were once largely the domain of the super-rich. Contributed by Richard Bray

The long and tortuous road Charity, volunteers slowly reviving Mississippi Coast Monday, August 27, 2007 - Sun Herald A Sun Herald survey of nonprofit, faith-based and corporate giving indicates that at least $1.5 billion in private money, probably more, has poured into Mississippi. The total is conservative because the American Red Cross, which raised by far the most money, is unable to say how much went to Mississippi. Volunteers, most with faith-based groups, began to pour in as soon as Katrina's winds subsided - 1.1 million according to the government's latest count. Contributed by Richard Bray

Giving back: How to leave a lasting legacy Monday, August 27, 2007 - Bellingham Herald Leaving a legacy is something many seniors consider as they go through estate planning and ponder how they would like to be remembered by family, friends and their community. Contributed by Richard Bray

Finding the Right Match: Nonprofit Board Speed Dating Monday, August 27, 2007 - AFP Contributed by Richard Bray

Jewish teens creating funds to help those less fortunate Tuesday, August 21, 2007 - Arizona Daily Star In the Jewish culture, no one is exempt from the concept of tzedekah, which requires all human beings to give money to charities as a way to gain the forgiveness of sins. Not only is this a requirement for adults, but teens and preteens are encouraged to take part in tzedekah, which could range from giving a portion of their income to charity to feeding the hungry during religious holidays. Contributed by Richard Bray

The Next Generation of Donors Tuesday, August 21, 2007 - Non Profit Times The philanthropic tradition must be taught and passed from one generation to the next, lest it wither and die. Contributed by Richard Bray

Most Nonprofit Boards Not Diverse or Involved in Fundraising Tuesday, August 21, 2007 - AFP A study by the Washington, D.C.-based Urban Institute has found that many nonprofit boards are not actively engaged in basic stewardship responsibilities, such as fundraising, and are not diverse or reflective of the populations they serve. Contributed by Richard Bray

New Yorkers Remember Philanthropy's Grande Dame Tuesday, August 14, 2007 - New York Sun In statements and in interviews, New Yorkers from a wide variety of cultural, political, artistic, and social circles mourned the death of philanthropist Brooke Astor yesterday. Contributed by Richard Bray

Ford Foundation Names New President Tuesday, August 14, 2007 - Forbes.com The Ford Foundation, the nation's second-largest private philanthropy, picked a consultant who specializes in the effects of new technology on media and society as its next president. Luis Ubinas, a director at McKinsey & Company, will take over the presidency in January, when Susan V. Berresford retires, the foundation announced Tuesday. Contributed by Richard Bray