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1. Carew, Emma L. "Mystery gifts help thousands of students get through college". Chronicle of Higher Education vol. 56 (23 October 2009) p. A19-20.
Abstract: During the past year, a total of $100 million has been given to 20 colleges by an anonymous donor. The article summarizes findings from The Chronicle's analysis of these gifts, noting how the funds have been spent thus far.
Subject File Number: 213
Subject/descriptor: Philanthropists; Individual giving; Fundraising--anonymous; Fundraising--higher education; Higher education
Location: New York
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2. Krenksy, Beth; Steffen, Seana Lowe. Engaging classrooms and communities through art : a guide to designing and implementing community-based art education. Lanham, MD: AltaMira Press. 2009. xvi, 188 p.
Abstract: Section one provides background information for understanding community art. Section two includes case studies for different media: murals, photography, posters and billboards, video, and dance. With bibliographical references and index.
Call Number: 202 KRE
Subject/descriptor: Community development; Arts--case studies; Arts education; Arts--study and teaching
Location: San Francisco
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3. Scholarships, fellowships and loans : a guide to education-related financial aid programs for students and professionals. 26th ed. Farmington Hills, MI: Gale Cengage Learning. 2009. xxv, 1363 p.
Abstract: Lists a wide range of scholarships, fellowships, loans, grants, and awards not controlled by a college or university. Also available online.
Call Number: 218 QUI
Subject/descriptor: Scholarships, fellowships and loans--directories
Location: New York; DC; San Francisco
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4. "Member profile : Lumina Foundation for Education". Philanthropy vol. 23 (Spring 2009) p. 7-9.
Abstract: Provides background information on the Lumina Foundation for Education and its president and CEO, Jamie Merisotis.
Subject File Number: 416
Subject/descriptor: Foundations--institutional histories; Lumina Foundation for Education; Merisotis, Jamie P.
Location: New York
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5. Tough choices or tough times : bolder steps in education philanthropy?. Portland, OR: Grantmakers for Education. 2008. 16 p.
Abstract: Presents notes and resources from the Grantmakers for Education Foundation Leaders Institute, held on October 19, 2007. Topics discussed include developing high-performance schools, attracting and retaining teachers, and other issues.
Subject File Number: A010
Subject/descriptor: Education; Conferences; Foundations; Grantmakers for Education
Location: DC; Atlanta
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6. Taking stock : evaluating the impact of education grants. Portland, OR: Grantmakers for Education. 2009. 28 p.
Abstract: Summarizes the information from a member briefing of Grantmakers for Education, discussing how funders can maximize their use of evaluation tools to determine the effectiveness of education grants.
Subject File Number: 210
Subject/descriptor: Education; Program evaluations; Foundations; Grantmakers for Education
Location: New York
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7. Becker, Jody. "Reaching out : independent schools redefine civic engagement". Currents vol. 35 (July-August 2009) p. 48-51.
Abstract: Discusses the ways in which independent schools participate in community development, community partnerships, and civic engagement.
Subject/descriptor: Civic engagement; Community development; Education
Location: New York; DC; Cleveland; San Francisco; Atlanta
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8. Weldon, Stephen A. "Keys to a fruitful life". Currents vol. 35 (May-June 2009) p. 44-8, 50-1.
Abstract: An overview of planned giving for educational institutions during times of economic difficulty. Includes information on charitable gift annuities, bequests, and more.
Subject/descriptor: Fundraising--higher education; Planned giving; Charitable gift annuity
Location: New York; DC; Cleveland; San Francisco; Atlanta
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9. Obst, Daniel (ed.) Funding for United States study : a guide for international students and professionals. 2009 ed. New York, NY: Institute of International Education. [2009]. 262 p.
Abstract: Provides information on more than 500 grants, fellowships, and scholarships for undergraduate and graduate study, as well as doctoral and postdoctoral research in the United States. In addition, the guide provides informative articles on financial assistance and university funding options. Entries include address, telephone/fax numbers, e-mail and Web sites, information on the field of study, type of award, purpose, amount of support per award, total amount of support, annual number of awards, restrictions, eligibility, and application procedure and deadline. Indexed by field of study and countries of origin.
Call Number: 218 IIE FUN
Subject/descriptor: Scholarships, fellowships and loans--international students--directories; Individual grants and grantseekers; International education
Location: New York; DC; Cleveland; San Francisco; Atlanta
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10. 2008 index of higher education fundraising performance : summary of annual fund key performance indicators. Cambridge, MA: Target Analysis Group. 2009. 12 p.
Abstract: Analyses are based on fiscal year 2008 donor transactions from 33 public and 32 private universities and colleges.
Subject File Number: 703
Subject/descriptor: Fundraising--analysis; Fundraising--higher education
Location: New York; DC; Cleveland; San Francisco; Atlanta
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11. Benchmarking 2008 : trends in education philanthropy. Portland, OR: Grantmakers for Education. 2008. 20 p.
Abstract: Analyzes a survey of 152 funders to assess the current state of educational grantmaking, and examine the ways in which funders' priorities have been shifting in recent years. Includes numerous statistical charts and tables.
Subject File Number: 210
Subject/descriptor: Education--surveys; Education; Elementary and secondary education; Higher education
Location: New York; Atlanta
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12. Hebel, Sara. "Lumina's leader sets lofty goals for fund's role in policy debates". Chronicle of Higher Education vol. 55 (1 May 2009) p. A1, A11-2.
Abstract: A profile of Jamie P. Merisotis, chief executive officer and president of the Lumina Foundation for Education. The article describes his efforts at the foundation to address key challenges related to higher education. Mr. Merisotis was the founder of the Institute for Higher Education Policy and had been executive director of the National Commission on Responsibilities for Financing Postsecondary Education.
Subject/descriptor: Foundations--public policy; Leadership; Lumina Foundation for Education; Merisotis, Jamie P.
Location: New York
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13. Fahey, Didi. "Gender and minority status of parent volunteers : a quantitative examination of parent participation in high risk and low risk activities". International Journal of Volunteer Administration vol. 25 (March 2008) p. 4-16.
Abstract: Examines how gender and minority status may be related to the types of volunteer jobs taken on by parents. The study differentiates high-risk jobs "where a volunteer has access to children, sensitive information, or use of equipment," from low-risk jobs where volunteers work in a group setting. The study is based on an analysis of data from the 2006 Special Volunteer Supplement of the Current Population Survey.
Subject/descriptor: Voluntarism--analysis; Voluntarism--surveys; Minorities; Education
Location: New York
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14. Edwards, Harriett C.; Safrit, R. Dale; Gliem, Joseph A.; Rudd, Carolyn. "Knowledge and attitudinal impacts upon teen volunteers teaching younger youth in a community-based obesity and overweight prevention education program". International Journal of Volunteer Administration vol. 24 (October 2006) p. 41-52.
Abstract: Analyzes attitudinal changes in 43 teen volunteers who participated in the Teens Reaching Youth through Innovative Teams program.
Subject/descriptor: Voluntarism--analysis; Voluntarism--studies; Voluntarism--surveys; Youth; Health; Nutrition; Education; Program evaluations
Location: New York
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15. Freeman, Neal B. The Robertson v. Princeton case : too important to be left to the lawyers. Washington, DC: Hudson Institute Bradley Center for Philanthropy and Civic Renewal. 2009. 22 p.
Abstract: A paper on the controversial court case between Princeton University and the sons of Charles and Marie Robertson, who claim that their parents' $35 million contribution has been misappropriated by the university. The paper consists of an initial argument by Freeman, followed by comments and responses among Freeman and additional authors.
Subject File Number: 213
Subject/descriptor: Princeton University; Robertson Foundation; Nonprofit organizations--controversies; Higher education
Location: New York
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16. Foundation Center. Grants for elementary and secondary education. Digital ed. New York, NY: Foundation Center. 2008.
Abstract: Lists more than 18,000 grants of $10,000 or more made by more than 1,100 foundations, mostly in 2006 and 2007, to private and public schools for academic programs, school libraries, scholarships, counseling programs, dropout prevention, teacher education and training, salary support, equipment, student athletics and activities, and renovations and construction. Grants are indexed by recipient name, location, and subject.
Subject/descriptor: Foundation funding; Foundations--grants; Elementary and secondary education
Location: Internet
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17. Foundation Center. Grants for higher education. Digital ed. New York, NY: Foundation Center. 2008.
Abstract: Lists 21,500 grants of $10,000 or more made by 1,200 foundations, mostly in 2006 and 2007, to colleges, universities, and technological institutes, for programs in all disciplines at the undergraduate and graduate levels (including professional schools). These grants include those made to academic libraries and student services and organizations. Grants are indexed by recipient name, location, and subject.
Subject/descriptor: Foundation funding; Foundations--grants; Higher education; Fundraising--higher education
Location: Internet
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18. Foundation Center. Grants for religion, religious welfare and religious education. Digital ed. New York, NY: Foundation Center. 2008.
Abstract: Lists more than 18,200 grants of $10,000 or more made by more than 1,100 foundations, mostly in 2006 and 2007, for churches, synagogues, religious orders, missionary societies, associations, and institutions and organizations concerned with religious issues. Also included are grants for religious welfare and religious education. Grants are indexed by recipient name, location, and subject.
Subject/descriptor: Foundation funding; Foundations--grants; Religion; Faith-based organizations
Location: Internet
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19. College 411 : a student guide to higher education & financial aid in Maryland. Annapolis, MD: Maryland Higher Education Commission. [2009?]. 108 p.
Call Number: 218 MHE
Subject/descriptor: Higher education--directories; Scholarships, fellowships and loans--directories
Location: DC
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20. Masterson, Kathryn. "With dwindling resources, colleges recalibrate fund-raising staffs". Chronicle of Higher Education vol. 55 (17 April 2009) p. 20-1.
Abstract: Discusses how fundraising operations at higher education institutions are cutting costs, based on survey from 48 colleges in March 2009. Some cost-reduction measures include cutting nonessential travel, implementing hiring freezes, canceling or reducing special events, and decreasing print publications.
Subject File Number: 213
Subject/descriptor: Fundraising--higher education; Fundraising--surveys; Fundraising--costs; Fundraising--economic aspects; Economic conditions
Location: New York
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