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Philanthropy can make a difference
February 1, 2011
North Carolina’s elected officials face a daunting task in the coming months. The state’s budget shortfall approaches $4 billion — and unlike our federal…
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Grantwriter workshop is Feb. 17, 2011
January 24, 2011
Grantees, learn where to find grants, how to write the best applications and how to to apply online. When: Feb. 17, 1:30-4:00 p.m. Where:…
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Past performance is no guarantee…
January 7, 2011
I frequently smile when reading financial articles and advertisements that include the requisite qualifier: “past performance is no guarantee of future results.” My reaction,…
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LCCF allocates Disaster Relief grants
January 1, 2011
The North Carolina Community Foundation (NCCF) is allocating grants from its Disaster Relief Fund to support relief efforts related to the April tornadoes and…
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Yes, the road is paved with good intentions…
December 22, 2010
The year is drawing to a close, and I am trying to get everything done that I had hoped to get done much earlier. …
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Sequoias and endowments
December 7, 2010
On a recent trip to California, I had the opportunity to spend some time with large trees: Redwoods, Sugar Pines and Sequoias. I marveled…
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New scholarship announced
December 2, 2010
Family, Law Firm Establish Scholarship for Students of JF Webb High School On Thursday, November 4th, 2010, family, friends, community leaders and school personnel…
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Taking charge
November 16, 2010
“Actually, Papa, I’m in charge,” declared my four-year-old niece this summer to her grandfather. He was attempting to instruct her in the rules of…
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Shoe polish and plastic bags
November 1, 2010
Like just about everyone I know, I was simply fascinated by the plight of the Chilean miners. I remain fascinated with their courage and…