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RALEIGH, N.C., August 28, 2009 — A new report on the economy's impact on nonprofits sheds light on the struggles of these community organizations at a time when intervention can still do some good. The study by the National Council of Nonprofits reveals that nonprofits are trying to meet increasing demands for more services at the same time that their operating costs escalate and their revenues decline. The report examines findings from four national and nine state-specific surveys.

Indianapolis, July 27, 2009 — Lumina Foundation for Education awarded grants totaling more than $18.3 million in the second quarter of 2009. These grants went to 25 organizations in 10 states and the District of Columbia.

The North Carolina Symphony has all the money it needs. But in this economy, the orchestra isn't allowed to touch it.

Millard Fuller, the millionaire entrepreneur who gave it all away to help found the Christian house-building charity Habitat for Humanity, died Tuesday. He was 74.

Just the mention of the word “fundraising” can make many nonprofit board members a little nervous. But there are ways we can change their minds about fundraising. Here are 10 important steps that can re-energize your board and engage their hearts and minds for fundraising.