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Inside the Mind of a Top Donor

Robert Weiner

The Chronicle of Philanthropy recently conducted an online discussion with Lorry I. Lokey, who has appeared on The Chronicle’s list of America’s top donors every year since 2000. Mr. Lokey responded to questions such as. What is the biggest mistake development officers make when first meeting a new prospect?

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Tangents 2-15-2020 Playlist

Robert Weiner

Verve Worried Mind Buddy Guy The Complete Chess Studio Recordings MCA Metamorphosis World Saxaphone Quartet Metamorphosis Nonesuch Swamped Floratone Floratone Blue Note La Chanson de Satie Arthur H. and Feist Adieu Tristesse Universal Music Polydor The righteous wrath of an honorable man Colin Stetson New History Warfare, Vol.

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Lame spam of the day: Starbucks is giving away gifts

Robert Weiner

Who in their right mind would click on a thing like this? her peace of mind. It came from a stranger in another country with a blank subject and an unintelligible Quote of the Day. I guess I answered my own question -- someone who isn't thinking. And what kind of gifts are they giving away? Sender: Mwiza Mireille (kamwiza@yahoo.fr).

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Working Safely Online (Anytime, Anyplace, Anywhere)

Robert Weiner

Being able to work from anywhere presents great opportunities, however it is important to keep security in mind when working away from the office. Here we look at the potential security risks and how to reduce them.

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NY Times says text donations system is flawed

Robert Weiner

If you have an urgent call to action, a way of reaching a mass audience, and don’t mind not being able to identify, steward, or resolicit most of the donors who give via text, mobile giving can definitely be effective. I’m still skeptical about its suitability for most nonprofits, and the NY Times said the same yesterday.

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Year-end donation processing

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charities to keep in mind. As the calendar year draws to an end, charities (and ideally, donors) are focused on year-end donations and tax deductions. Here are a few scenarios for U.S. Note: I am not a lawyer. When in doubt, contact an attorney who specializes in nonprofit law or contact the IRS for a ruling. ).

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Lame spam of the day: why can’t you deal with the bank?

Robert Weiner

And just bear it in mind that all this money you have been sending would. I have some information for you about your unpaid fund, the people you are. dealing with is not the original bank, why can't you deal with the bank. instead of sending money to people to help you get your fund, I have their. Email me back only on.

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