50 24 5790 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/3e938029b6ef8fa75cb555a40205de08.pdf 43f0d614685e9512d7a13a7011295ba4 PDF Text Text .... association of independent colleges and universities of michigan 650 MICHIOAN NATIONAl. TOWEll LANSING, MICHIGAN 48933 TELEPHONE: (517) 372-9160 Edward 0. Blews, Jr. President ADRIAN COLLEGE ALBIO COLLEGE ALMA COLLEGE Al\DREWS UNIVERSITI AQUINAS COLLEGE BAKER COLLEGE OF FLI T BAKER COLLEGE OF MUSKEGON 'BAKER COLLEGE OF May 2, 1991 MEMO TO: Michigan Nonprofit Forum Executive Committee FROM: Edward 0 . Blews, Jr . Chair, MNF Public Policy Committee SUBJECT: PUBLIC POLICY COMMITTEE REPORT IN ABSTENTIA owosso CALVI'- COLLEGE CE 'TER FOR CREATIVE STUDIES · COLLEGE OF ART AND DESIGN CLEARY COLLEGE COl\CORDIA COLLEGE THOMAS M. COOLEY LA\\ SCHOOL DAVENPORT COLLEGE OF BUSII\ESS 'DAVE "PORT COLLEGE . KALAMAZOO BRANCH 'DAVEl\PORT COLLEGE • LANSING BRANCH DETROIT COLLEGE OF BUSINESS 'DETROIT COLLEGE OF BUSINESS · FLINT CAMPUS DETROIT COLLEGE OF LAW CMI E "GI EERI C & MAl\AGEME!'<T INSTITUTE GRA D RAPIDS BAPTIST COLLEGE GREAT LAKES JUNIOR COLLEGE HOPE COLLEGE JORDAN COLLEGE KALAMAZOO COLLEGE KENDALL COLLEGE OF ART & DESIGN LAWREl\CE TECH!\OLOGICAL UNIVERSITY MADONNA COLLEGE \1ARYGROVE COLLEGE MERCY COLLEGE OF DETROIT MICHIGAN CHRISTIAN COLLEGE NAZARETH COLLEGE . ORTHWOOD INSTITUTE OLIVET COLLEGE SAINT MARY'S COLLEGE SIENA HEIGHTS COLLEGE SPRING ARBOR COLLEGE SUOMI COLLEGE UNIVERSITY OF DETROIT 'UI\IVERSITY OF DETROIT SCHOOL OF DENTISTRY 'UNIVERSITY OF DETROIT SCHOOL OF LAW WALSH COLLEGE OF ACCOUNTANCY A "0 BUSINESS ADMINISTRATIO WILLIAM TY DALE COLLEGE 'AFFILIATE MEMBER Since I must be in Washington today to testify at a formal hearing of a U.S. House of Representatives Appropriations Subcommittee (an invitation and opportunity which I couldn't decline), I am submitting this report of the Michigan Nonprofit Forum Public Policy Committee in ab stentia with the confidence that Executive Director Maryellen Lewis will ably elaborate on it. The Michigan Nonprofit Forum Public Policy Committee is off to an ex citing start , with significant procedural and substantive progress. As a result of two productive meetings with full agendas, the Public Policy Committee is able to formally report and reoommend to the Executive Committee and the Board of Directors six important matters. Documents describing and formalizing these reoommendations are attached. P raced urally, we are pleased to submit the following two documents and to report a third item: ••• A statement of ''Principles of Jurisdiction fi Consensus , " discussed and adopted at our April 4 meeting, designed to serve as a blueprint and to provide operational guidelines for the Michigan Nonprofit Forum Public Policy Committee; ••• A description of the plan, process and appointed Task Force to develop a Michigan Nonprofit Forum "White Paper" on the Michigan nonprofit sector; and • •• A "Task Force on Protection of Nonprofit Volunteers, Directors fi Officers " is being formed (no documentation is attached on this point) . Substantively, the Public Policy Committee is pleased to submit the following official documents articulating and describing recommendations of three significant positions on matters of policy for consideration and adoption by the Midligan Nonprofit Forum Board of Directors: �association of independent colleges and universities of michigan 650 MICHIGAN NATIONAL TOWER LANSING, MICHIGAN 48933 TELEPHONE: (517) 372-9160 Edward 0. Blews. Jr. President ADRIAN COLLEGE ALBION COLLEGE ALMA COLLEGE ANDREWS UNIVERSITY AQUINAS COLLEGE BAKER COLLEGE OF FLINT BAKER COLLEGE OF MUSKEGON 'BAKER COLLEGE OF owosso CALVIN COLLEGE CENTER FOR CREATIVE STUDIES - COLLEGE OF ART AND DESIGN CLEARY COLLEGE CONCORDIA COLLEGE THOMAS M. COOLEY LAW SCHOOL DAVENPORT COLLEGE OF BUSINESS 'DAVENPORT COLLEGE KALAMAZOO BRANCH 'DAVENPORT COLLEGELANSING BRANCH DETROIT COLLEGE OF BUSINESS 'DETROIT COLLEGE OF BUSINESS FLI 'T CAMPUS DETROIT COLLEGE OF LAW GMI ENGINEERING & MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE GRAND RAPIDS BAPTIST COLLEGE GREAT LAKES JU lOR COLLEGE IIOPE COLLEGE JOROA..'\ COLLEGE KALAMAZOO COLLEGE KENDALL COLLEGE OF ART& DESIG LAWREl\CE TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITI \fADONNA COLLEGE MARYGROVE COLLEGE MERCY COLLEGE OF DETROIT M!Cl!IGAN CHRISTIAN COLLEGE NAZARETH COLLEGE !liORTHWOOD INSTITUTE OLIVET COLLEGE SAII'IiT MARY'S COLLEGE SIE!I.A HEIGHTS COLLEGE SPRING ARBOR COLLEGE SUOMI COLLEGE UNIVERSITY OF DETROIT 'UMVERSITI' OF DETROIT SCI IOOL OF DENTISTRY 'UNIVERSITY OF DETROIT SCHOOL OF LAW WALSH COLLEGE OF ACCOUNTANCY AND BUSINESS ADMINISTRATIO WILLIAM TI'NDALE COLLEGE 'AFFILIATE MEMBER MNF Executive Committee -2- May 2 , 1991 .• • Recommended position on the Financial Accounting Standards B oard 1s pernicious proposals to require nonprofit institutions to record as current revenues, on their financial statements , pledges of contributions yet unreceived , contributions of works of art and historical significance and contributed services; •• • Recommended position paper on the Federal tax deductibility of charitable a:mtributions , with regard to the 3% floor on Schedule A deductions and the restoration of the non-itemizers deduction; and • .• Proposed position statement on the bulk mail rate increase for nonprofit organizations, currently at issue as the U. S . Senate and House budget resolutions go to conference committee. The Public Policy Committee is also addressing several other issues, such as the proposed revisions in the Charitable Solicitations Act, on which we are not yet to the point of formal recommendations . However, we attach copies of the agendas from the Public Policy Committee's two meetings to give a flavor of the breadth of issues being considered . With my apologies for having to miss your meeting , we are pleased to submit this written report to the Executive Committee . EOB :bg:41.13 Attachments �PRINCIPLES OF JURISDICTION & CONSENSUS* MICHIGAN NONPROFIT FORUM PUBLIC POLICY COMMITTEE Given the wonderful diversity of the nonprofit sector, which is one of its greatest strengths, and the importance of broad consensus and a strong spirit of mutuality when addressing matters of public policy and public interest, the following principles. as articulated at the Fall 1990 initial meeting of the Board of Directors, are intended to bring focus to the work of the Michigan Nonprofit Forum's Public Policy Committee: I. MATTERS OF COMMON CONCERN: The Michigan Nonprofit Forum Public Policy Committee shall address those topics of general concern to the entire nonprofit sector, which cut across and are not limited to specific subdivisions or facets of the nonprofit sector . II. POSITIONS OF MUTUAL INTEREST: The Public Policy Committee shall develop and recommend to the Board of Directors formal positions and program initiatives (in cooperation with the Program Committee) which clearly reflect the mutual interests and common concern of all segments of the nonprofit sector repnsented within the Michigan Nonprofit Forum, and shall not recommend formal positions when such broad consensus and mutuality of interest cannot be achieved. A. INFORMATION SHARING: The Public Policy Committee shall serve as a clearinghouse for identification and exchange of information on policy issues of concern to the nonprofit sector and activities and initiatives of the various Members of the Michigan Nonprofit Forum which are of interest to other Forum Members. B. PROGRAM INITIATIVES: The Public Policy Committee may recommend to the Michigan Non profit For urn Board of Directors professional development program initiatives to serve Forum Members in the area of public policy. III. UNANIMITY/CONSENSUS: The By-Laws of the Michigan Nonprofit Forum (Article III, Section 7) stipulate that a unanimous vote is required for adoption of public policy positions by the Board of Directors; therefore, the Public Policy Committee as a practical matter shall operate on a principle of unanimous consensus for submitting recommendations to the Board of Directors. IV. PROCEDURAL ROLE ! The role of the Public Policy Committee is to serve as a working committee for discussing and internally analyzing matters of public policy and submitting recommendations to the Board of Directors; the Public Policy Committee in itself does not have the authority to adopt or announce positions or declarations. *Adopted by Michigan Nonprofit Forum Public Policy Committee on April 4, 1991. EOB :bg:37 .55 �RECOMMENDED PROCESS FOR DEVELOPMENT OF MICHIGAN NONPROFIT "WHITE PAPER" (MICHIGAN NONPROFIT FORUM) Background At its April 4 meeting, the Michigan Nonprofit Forum Public Policy Committee agenda to form a task force to develop a succinct but forceful "White Paper" on the Michigan Nonprofit Sector in terms of its identity, service and recognition in Michigan tradition and law. It was agreed that such a document should build upon and flow from rather than reinvent efforts to develop such a program at the National level and then integrate unique Michigan perspectives for use within this state. A task force consisting of Edward Blews, Chair, Joyce Brown, Sister Monica Kostielney, Maryellen Lewis, Linda Patterson and Herbert Yamanishi was formed. The national organization, "Independent Sector" is developing such a national statement, "The Work of the Volunteer Sector" through a steering group organized into eight subsector groups: arts, civil and human rights, education, environment, health, public official, religion and social welfare. The Michigan Nonprofit Forum's Executive Director Maryellen Lewis and Public Policy Committee Chair Edward Blews have discussed this process and the opportunity for Michigan inputs with Independent Sector Vice President Robert Smucker. In view of the Independent Sector process, it makes much sense to coordinate the Michigan White Paper time frame with the Independent Sector process. RECOMMENDATION FOR MICHIGAN NONPROFIT FORUM PROCESS THAT THE MICHIGAN NONPROFIT FORUM PUBLIC POLICY COMMITTEE, THROUGH ITS TASK FORCE APPOINTED FOR THIS PURPOSE, ENDORSE THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE WHITE PAPER STATEMENT IN THE MICHIGAN NONPROFIT SECTOR THROQGH A PROCESS PARALLELING AND UTILIZING THE WORK BEING DONE ON A SIMILAR NATIONAL STATEMENT BY THE INDEPENDENT SECTOR. EOB :jej:16.59 � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Our State of Generosity Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Valley State University. Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Description An account of the resource Collection contains the records of four Michigan nonprofit organizations: Council of Michigan Foundations, Michigan Nonprofit Association, Michigan Community Service Commission, and the Johnson Center for Philanthropy at GVSU. The documents are compiled by the Johnson Center for Philanthropy, and records document the history of the organizations from the 1960s to the 2010s. Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1968-2014 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Council of Michigan Foundations Michigan Nonprofit Association Michigan Community Service Commission Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 49401 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Council of Michigan Foundations; Michigan Nonprofit Association; Michigan Community Service Commission Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04 Language A language of the resource eng Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. 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Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Nonprofit Association Michigan Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Language A language of the resource eng Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 49511 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1991-05-02 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/56cf4d56649ebda5036b1a9be262ecc7.pdf 11c48234873fd07e5f0de85094a56b02 PDF Text Text MICHIGAN NONPROFIT FORUM 34 KELLOGG CENTER EAST LANSING, MICIDGAN 48824-1022 Phone: 517/353-5038 Fax: 517/336-1327 An alliance to promote giving, volunteering and a strong, effective nonprofit sector in Michigan. Minutes of the MNF Public Policy Committee Meeting Thursday. April4. 1991 -- 9:30 to 1:00 at the Kellogg Center, Room 102 East Lansing, Michigan Present: E. Blews, D. Egner, B. Goldman, D. Johnson, C. Julius, M. Kostielney, C. Nessel, S. Parkes, H. Philpott, G. Romney, H. Yamanishi Staff Present: D. Clarke, M. Lewis Guests Present: M. Albert, L. Romney I. Call to Order. Committee Chairman Ed Blews welcomed members and called the meeting to order at 9:35 II. Review and Consensus on the Role of the Public Policy Committee. Maryellen Lewis reviewed the MNF mission, the charge to the Committee, and the special provisions in the bylaws for voting. After some discussion, the Committee revised and approved a draft "Principles of Committee Jurisdiction & Consensus." III: Strategies & Networking. Maryellen Lewis reviewed current strategies for implementation of the Forum's broad mission, as well as those being proposed by other Committees: A. Networking through organizational members and others (eventually to be formalized into "information hubs"), for the purposes of (1) disseminating critical/timely information, and (2) gathering information and guidance from around the state. For this purpose, the Committee discussed and agreed on the need for each organization to designate a contact person (including themselves. if appropriate). B. Development of a Scholars Network, to encourage and assist research and dissemination of new insights. �C. Development of Issue Papers D. Regional Roundtables and Statewide Summits (especially those on voluntarism) E. Professional Development Workshops (such as the FACS workshops of media relations) In addition, the Committee briefly discussed future staffing needs to implement MNF programs. IV. White Paper Statement. The Committee discussed and reached consensus on the need for the Forum to develop a White Paper on the nonprofit sector, including its definition, its historical foundations, rationales for tax-exemption and supporting public policy, and its relation to Michigan's quality of life and the general Public Good. A Subcommittee was designated to create a first draft of such a paper: Ed Blews, Joyce Brown, Sr. Monica Kostielney , Maryellen Lewis, and Herb Yamanishi. Although Dottie Johnson could not participate, she offered a CMF staff member, Linda Patterson, to assist in any way possible. V. Federal-level Issues. The Committee discussed several current and emerging federal issues affecting Michigan's nonprofit sector, and charged the Subcommittee and staff with the following additional tasks: -- Prepare a DRAFT Position Statement on the deductibility of Charitable Contributions. -- Prepare a DRAFT Position Statement on the new standards proposed by the Federal Accounting Standards Board. -- Prepare a DRAFT Position Statement on the proposed increased in the Bulk Postal Rate for nonprofits. In addition, the Committee discussed President Bush's proposed Volunteer Protection Act. Since this relates closely to state-level issues relating to immunity of volunteers, the Committee agreed that it should be part of the Forum's priority agenda. VI. State-Level Issues. After discussion, the Committee charged staff with the following tasks: --Keep the Committee informed about the Property Tax issue and sales tax exemption, for future action when appropriate. --Keep the Committee informed about increases in Licensing Requirements, for future action when appropriate. -- Keep the Committee informed about the proposed changes in the Charitable Solicitation Act, for immediate future action. �Vll. Lookin~ Ahead. The Committee agreed to meet again on Friday, April 26 from 2:00 to 4:30, to prepare recommendations for the May 9 meeting of the MNF Board of Trustees. The meeting adjourned at 1:00 p.m. � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Our State of Generosity Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Valley State University. Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Description An account of the resource Collection contains the records of four Michigan nonprofit organizations: Council of Michigan Foundations, Michigan Nonprofit Association, Michigan Community Service Commission, and the Johnson Center for Philanthropy at GVSU. The documents are compiled by the Johnson Center for Philanthropy, and records document the history of the organizations from the 1960s to the 2010s. Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1968-2014 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Council of Michigan Foundations Michigan Nonprofit Association Michigan Community Service Commission Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 49401 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Council of Michigan Foundations; Michigan Nonprofit Association; Michigan Community Service Commission Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04 Language A language of the resource eng Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. 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Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Nonprofit Association Michigan Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Language A language of the resource eng Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 49510 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1991-05-02 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/6e8ed9126833418c7e1f3ebe01a7f787.pdf 74a066928d55a3ceb25a3a65ddf852c1 PDF Text Text MICHIGAN NONPROFIT FORUM 34 KELLOGG CENTER EAST LANSING, MICHIGAN 48824-1022 Phone: 517/353-5038 Fax: 517/353-1872 Agenda MNF Public Policy Committee Thursday, April 4, 1991 -- 9:30 to 1:00 at the Kellogg Center, Room 102 East Lansing, Michigan I. CALL TO ORDER A. B. II. Welcome Introductions REVIEW & CONSENSUS ON ROLE OF PUBLIC POLICY COMMITTEE A. B. C. D. Mission & Purpose of Michigan Nonprofit Forum Charge to Committee By-Laws Voting/Unanimity Provisions Principles of Committee Jurisdiction & Consensus III. STRATEGIES & NETWORKING A. B. c. D. E. F. G. IV. Networking 1. Dissemination of Critical/Timely Information 2. Response by Members 3. Designation by Members of Contact Persons 4. Information Hub Research & Analysis: Impacts on Nonprofit Sector Developing Issues Papers Regional Roundtables; Statewide Summits Professional Development Workshops Videotape Discussions Structure & Staffing WHITE PAPER STATEMENT AFFIRMING FUNDAMENTAL PRINCIPLES OF NONPROFIT, TAX-EXEMPT STATUS I A. B. c. V. Historical Foundations Wise Public Policy Serving the General Good FEDERAL-LEVEL ISSUES A. B. C. Deductibility of Charitable Contributions 1. 3\ Threshold on Deductibility 2. Non-Itemizer Deductions Immunity Principles Tax-Exemption Principles �VI . STATE-LEVEL ISSUES A. B. C. D. Immunity for Nonprofit Directors/Officers Volunteer Protection Property Tax Exemption/Issues 1. Personal Property Tax Challenges Increased Licensing Requirements VII. LOOKING AHEAD A. B. c. Report/Recommendations to Board Meeting Next Meeting Future Agenda Suggestions ADJOURNMENT -2- �MICIDGAN34NONPROFIT FORUM KELLOGG CENTER EAST LANSING, :MICIDGAN 48824-1022 Phone: 517/353-5038 Fax: 517/353-1872 Minutes of the MNF Public Policy Committee Meeting Thursday, April 4, 1991 -- 9:30 to 1:00 at the Kellogg Center, Room 102 East Lansing, Michigan Present: E. Blews, D. Egner, B. Goldman, D. Johnson, Julius, M. Kostielney, c. Nessel, s. Parkes, H. Philpott, G. Romney, H. Yamanishi c. Staff Present: D. Clarke, M. Lewis Guests Present: M. Alh~rt, L. Romney I. Call to Order. Committee Chairman Ed Blews welcomed members and called the meeting to order at 9:35 II. Review and Consensus on the Role of the Public Policy Committee. Maryellen Lewis reviewed the MNF mission, the charge to the Committee, and the special provisions in the bylaws for voting. After some discussion, the Committee revised and approved a draft "Principles of Committee Jurisdiction & Consensus." III. Strategies & Networking. Maryellen Lewis reviewed current strategies for implementation of the Forum's broad mission, as well as those being proposed by other Committees: A. Networking through organizational members and others (eventually to be formalized into "information hubs"}, for the purposes of (1) disseminating critical/timely information, and (2) gathering information and guidance from around the state. I For this purpose, the Committee discussed and agreed on the need for each organization to designate a contact person (including themselves, if appropriate). B. Development of a Scholars Network, to encourage and assist research and dissemination of new insights. C. Development of Issue Papers �D. Regional Roundtables and Statewide Summits (especially those on voluntarism) E. Professional Development Workshops (such as the FACS workshops of media relations) In addition, the Committee briefly discussed future staffing needs to implement MNF programs. IV. White Paper Statement. The Committee discussed and reached consensus on the need for the Forum to develop a White Paper on the nonprofit sector, including its definition, its historical foundations, rationales for tax-exemption and supporting public policy, and its relation to Michigan's quality of life and the general Public Good. A Subcommittee was designated to create a first draft of such a paper: Ed Blews, Joyce Brown, Sr. Monica Kostielney, Maryel~en Lewis, and Herb Yamanishi. Although Dottie Johnson could not participate, she offered a CMF staff member, Linda Patterson, to assist in any way possible. V. Federal-level Issues. The Committee discussed several current and emerging federal issues affecting Michigan's nonprofit sector, and charged the Subcommittee and staff with the following additional tasks: Prepare a DRAFT Position Statement on the deductibility of Charitable Contributions. Prepare a DRAFT Position Statement on the new standards proposed by the Federal Accounting Standards Board. Prepare a DRAFT Position Statement on the proposed increased in the Bulk Postal Rate for nonprofits. In addition, the Committee discussed President Bush's proposed Volunteer Protection Act. Since this relates closely to state-level issues relating to immunity of volunteers, the Committee agreed that it should be part of the Forum's pr ~ ority agenda. VI. State-Level Issues. After discussion, the Committee charged staff with the following tasks: Keep the Committee informed about the Property Tax issue and sales tax exemption, for future action when appropriate. Keep the Committee informed about increases in Licensing Requirements, for future action when appropriate. �Keep the Committee informed about the proposed changes in the Charitable Solicitation Act, for immediate future action. VII. Looking Ahead. The Committee agreed to meet again on Friday, April 26 from 2:00 to 4:30, to prepare recommendations for the May 9 meeting of the MNF Board of Trustees. The meeting adjourned at 1:00 p.m. � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Our State of Generosity Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Valley State University. Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Description An account of the resource Collection contains the records of four Michigan nonprofit organizations: Council of Michigan Foundations, Michigan Nonprofit Association, Michigan Community Service Commission, and the Johnson Center for Philanthropy at GVSU. The documents are compiled by the Johnson Center for Philanthropy, and records document the history of the organizations from the 1960s to the 2010s. Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1968-2014 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Council of Michigan Foundations Michigan Nonprofit Association Michigan Community Service Commission Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 49401 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Council of Michigan Foundations; Michigan Nonprofit Association; Michigan Community Service Commission Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04 Language A language of the resource eng Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. 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Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Nonprofit Association Michigan Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Language A language of the resource eng Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 49509 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1991-05-02 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/500cbed3c2162deec9449d37f68f0fb9.pdf 031aa8ba43db3af8182472b4b80cd267 PDF Text Text MICIDGAN34NONPROFIT FORUM KELLOGG CENTER EAST LANSING, MICIDGAN 48824-1022 Phone: 517/353-5038 Fax: 517/353-1872 Public Policy Committee The Public Policy Committee Chair must be a Trustee. Members of the Public Policy Committee may include such nonTrustees as will promote the effective accomplishment of this part of the Forum's mission. The Public Policy Committee shall develop policies for Board approval and shall propose initiatives to the Board concerning the Forum's work in the area of public policy related to philanthropy, voluntarism and the nonprofit sector. The Committee shall perform such other duties as are incident to this charge or are properly delegated by the Board of Trustees. tea �MICIDGAN34NONPROFIT FORUM KELWGG CENTER EAST LANSING, MICHIGAN 48824-1022 Phone: 5171353-5038 Fax: 517/353-1872 MNF Bylaws, Article III. Section 7: Adoption. Adoption of new program initiatives shall require a two-thirds affirmative vote of the Trustees present at any duly called and constituted meeting. Public Policy positions may be adopted reqardinq matters of common concern of the Membership and shall require a unanimous affirmative vote of the Trustees present at any duly called and constituted meetinq. Other actions shall require a majority affirmative vote of the quorum present, except as provided in these Bylaws. � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Our State of Generosity Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Valley State University. Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Description An account of the resource Collection contains the records of four Michigan nonprofit organizations: Council of Michigan Foundations, Michigan Nonprofit Association, Michigan Community Service Commission, and the Johnson Center for Philanthropy at GVSU. The documents are compiled by the Johnson Center for Philanthropy, and records document the history of the organizations from the 1960s to the 2010s. Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1968-2014 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Council of Michigan Foundations Michigan Nonprofit Association Michigan Community Service Commission Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 49401 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Council of Michigan Foundations; Michigan Nonprofit Association; Michigan Community Service Commission Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04 Language A language of the resource eng Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04_MNA_MNF_Executive-Committee_1991-05-02_Public-Policy-Committee Title A name given to the resource Michigan Nonprofit Forum 1991-05-02 executive committee public policy committee Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Michigan Nonprofit Forum. Executive Committee Description An account of the resource Michigan Nonprofit Forum 1991-05-02 executive committee public policy committee. Records are compiled in the Our State of Generosity collection by the Johnson Center, along with the files of the Michigan Nonprofit Association (MNA), the Michigan Community Service Commission (MSCS) and the Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy. Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Nonprofit Association Michigan Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Language A language of the resource eng Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 49508 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1991-05-02 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/4307bdb5757b185d7bf10829e64c938d.pdf 35cd024f4f04956b43caf11e2a23fa7d PDF Text Text MICIDGAN NONPROFIT FORUM 34 KELWGG CENTER EAST LANSING, MICHIGAN 48824-1022 Phone: 517/353-5038 Fax: 517/353-1872 Program Committee The Program Committee must be chaired or co-chaired by Trustee(s) of the Forum. Membership may include such nonTrustees as will insure the effectiveness of the Forum's programs, consistent with its mission. The Program Committee shall develop policies for Board approval and shall make recommendations to the Board concerning new program initiatives in the four areas of the Forum's mission: (1) Voluntarism, (2) Philanthropy, (3) Public awareness of the nonprofit sector, and (4) Effectiveness of the nonprofit sector. The Program Committee shall perform such other duties as are incident to this charge or are properly delegated by the Board of Trustees. � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Our State of Generosity Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Valley State University. Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Description An account of the resource Collection contains the records of four Michigan nonprofit organizations: Council of Michigan Foundations, Michigan Nonprofit Association, Michigan Community Service Commission, and the Johnson Center for Philanthropy at GVSU. The documents are compiled by the Johnson Center for Philanthropy, and records document the history of the organizations from the 1960s to the 2010s. Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1968-2014 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Council of Michigan Foundations Michigan Nonprofit Association Michigan Community Service Commission Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 49401 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Council of Michigan Foundations; Michigan Nonprofit Association; Michigan Community Service Commission Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04 Language A language of the resource eng Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04_MNA_MNF_Executive-Committee_1991-05-02_Program-Committee Title A name given to the resource Michigan Nonprofit Forum 1991-05-02 executive committee program committee Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Michigan Nonprofit Forum. Executive Committee Description An account of the resource Michigan Nonprofit Forum 1991-05-02 executive committee program committee. Records are compiled in the Our State of Generosity collection by the Johnson Center, along with the files of the Michigan Nonprofit Association (MNA), the Michigan Community Service Commission (MSCS) and the Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy. Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Nonprofit Association Michigan Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Language A language of the resource eng Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 49507 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1991-05-02 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/8b9011bb3e6f6460ceeee2206325c27e.pdf 08db9cc0563ac9fea389683c4782d0d2 PDF Text Text MICHIGAN NONPROFIT FORUM 34 KELLOGG CENTER EAST LANSfNG, MICHIGAN 48824-1022 Phone: 517/353-5038 Fax: 517/353-1872 Minytes of the MNF Executive Committee Meeting January 8. 1991 -- 9:00 am to 12:00 pro (300 N. Washington Square, Basement Co nference Room) Trustees Present: E. Blews, B. Goldman, R. Ivory, J. Lore, R. Mawby, B. McDonald, H. Philpott, G. Stevens Staff Present : D. Clarke, D. Egner, M. Lewis 1. Welcome and Call to Order. MNF Cha irman R. Mawby welcomed the Committee and called the meeting to order at 9:10. 2. Report of the Chairman. R. Mawby reported on the successful Executive Search and the hiring of M. Lewis as Executive Director on November 1, 1990 . He also report ed on the December 18 meeting of the MNF Officers to consider options for moving MNF -- now located in rent-free space a t the Kellogg Center, Michigan State University since January 1, 1991. That space will only be available until August 30, 1991, so other arrangements must eventually be made. 3. Reports of the Standing Committees. Since no Committee has yet met, the Committee Chairs outlined their plans and strategies. (a) Bud~et/Finance Committee. Chairman R. Ivory described two primary responsibilities of this committee: general fiscal oversight, and fiscal planning. His primary focus for fiscal planning will be to maintain a healthy balance between core funding and project su~port. He mentioned that, although membership income will probably never become the major source of income, it will be a significant factor, representing both stable resources and a credible broad base. (b) Audit Co mm ittee. Chairman G. Stevens proposed to identify a credible audit firm by first surveying the membership for their recommendations. He pointed out that the Forum's first 7 months will also be audited as part of the United Way of Michigan's books (fiscal year ending 12/31) . �c. Membership Committee. Chairperson B. Goldman described the exciting challenge that this new organization offers: beginning with a c lean slate, rather than fulfilling an established routine. She identified several major tasks ahead for her Comm i tt e e : ( 1) defining the "Associate" and "Other" membership c ategories in the Bylaws; (2) incorporating terms f o r At-Large members; and (3} designing a process for identifying, recruiting and orienting new members. d. Public Policy Committee. Chairman E. Ble ws reviewed the charge to this Committee, whi c h res t r ict s its focus to sector-wide issues where there is bro ad , shared concern across the nonprofit sector; and wh ic h requires that any subsequent action by the Board be based on a unanimous yote. He described several possible issues mee t ing t he first criteria~, and other Trustees identified additional issues: Federal Issues Tax policy, and the pressure to increase revenues The future of the 3% floor on deducti o ns The deduction on contributions for nonitemizers The pending postal rate increase State Issue.s Protection from liability for volunteers Current budget cutbacks and implications for Michigan's nonprofit sector Making the case that the nonprofit sector is part of the solution; Articulating the principles, the key social role of the sector Trustees discussed the need to communicate with the new administration, to build an effective partnership for the challenges ahead. e. Grantmakers/Grantseekers Seminar Program Committee. Co-Chair J. Lore reported that the program for May 10, 1991 had been completed and publicity would be forthcoming. Each Trustee was invited to alert colleagues and networks. Staff would be in tou c h with each of them about how many brochures they would need for distribution. f. Program Committee. Co-Chair H. Philpott outlined a plan to use notes from the 10/16 Board Meeting �brainstorming sessions as the starting point for Program Committee planning. The Co mmi ttee would seek overarching themes that affect the sector broadly, not sector-specific issues. One continuing question to address is " who is the audience for the Forum?" 4. Staff Report. M. Lewis reported that the Voluntarism Coo rdinating Co mm ittee (chaired by George Romney, co-chaired by Janet Blanchard and Judith Hooker) had met on December 20, co nvening over 30 leaders of networks co nce rned with vo luntarism in Michigan. The co mmittee had divided into two subcommittees, to focus on {a) a statewide, yea rl o ng promotion campaign, and (b) a regional focus, designed to mobilize key leadership and develop strategies to establish up to 30 new Volunteer Centers in Michigan. She also reported on a new initiative involving the Forum in promoting cempus-based community service programs, in partnership with the Michigan Campus Compact and COOL {based in Minneapolis). She added that MNF had been of assistance to Michigan State University in obtaining a unique database on Michigan's nonprofit sector, to be housed in the CRIS database (and thus accessible to scholars statewide). Finally, she reported that, as approved by the Board, the Forum was working with the Foundation for American CcommunicationS (FACS) to implement the Michigan Communication Project -- designed to assist both journalists and nonprofits to get more information on the nonprofit sector to the public through the press. 5. Other Business. Trustees discussed the possibility of involving Michelle Engler in the Forum's work. E. Blews voluntee~ed to make inquiries and to draft a letter for R. Mawby based on what he learned. 6. Schedule of Executive Committee Meetings. The Committee discussed meeting quarterly. The next meeting was set for May 2, in advance of the May 9 Board Meeting (the day before the Grantmakers/Gra~tseekers Seminar at the same hotel, the Hyatt Regency in Dearborn). 7. The meeting adjourned at 11:45. � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Our State of Generosity Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Valley State University. Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Description An account of the resource Collection contains the records of four Michigan nonprofit organizations: Council of Michigan Foundations, Michigan Nonprofit Association, Michigan Community Service Commission, and the Johnson Center for Philanthropy at GVSU. The documents are compiled by the Johnson Center for Philanthropy, and records document the history of the organizations from the 1960s to the 2010s. Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1968-2014 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Council of Michigan Foundations Michigan Nonprofit Association Michigan Community Service Commission Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 49401 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Council of Michigan Foundations; Michigan Nonprofit Association; Michigan Community Service Commission Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04 Language A language of the resource eng Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04_MNA_MNF_Executive-Committee_1991-05-02_Previous-Meeting-Minutes_1991-01-08 Title A name given to the resource Michigan Nonprofit Forum 1991-05-02 executive committee previous meeting minutes 1991-01-08 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Michigan Nonprofit Forum. Executive Committee Description An account of the resource Michigan Nonprofit Forum 1991-05-02 executive committee previous meeting minutes 1991-01-08. Records are compiled in the Our State of Generosity collection by the Johnson Center, along with the files of the Michigan Nonprofit Association (MNA), the Michigan Community Service Commission (MSCS) and the Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy. Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Nonprofit Association Michigan Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Language A language of the resource eng Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 49506 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1991-05-02 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/81af9ddd9d6b4601501d6044abe3c5e3.pdf c363a5034c10862859c9f2c294f55fee PDF Text Text MICHIGAN NONPROFIT FORUM 300 N. WashingtOn Square, Suite 405, P.O. Box 18219, Lansing, Michigan 4a901-8219 Minutes of the Steering Committee Meeting September 26, 1990 at the Michigan Community College Association 2100 Michigan National Tower, Lansing Present: Members Thomas M. Bernthal Edward o. Blews, Jr. Barbara K. Goldman Robert E. Ivory Dorothy Johnson Justin P. King Beverly L. McDonald Glenn R. Stevens James R. Tarrant staff Maryellen J. Lewis Donna Clarke Guests David Egner Russell G. Mawby Unable to Attend: Don R. Elliott 1) Call to Order: As Acting Chair, . Dorothy Johnson called the meeting to order at 9:15 a.m. 2) Review of the Minutes: Minutes of the June 27, 1990 meeting were. reviewed and approved as submitted. 3) Review and Adoption of the Articles of Incorporation: The Articles of Incorporation were reviewed and approved as submitted. The Steering Committee authorized the Secretary, Edward o. Blews·· to sign the Articles on behalf of all the incorporators listed in Article v, and to incorporate this resolution into the Articles, as required by Michigan law. 4) The meeting adjourned at � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Our State of Generosity Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Valley State University. Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Description An account of the resource Collection contains the records of four Michigan nonprofit organizations: Council of Michigan Foundations, Michigan Nonprofit Association, Michigan Community Service Commission, and the Johnson Center for Philanthropy at GVSU. The documents are compiled by the Johnson Center for Philanthropy, and records document the history of the organizations from the 1960s to the 2010s. Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1968-2014 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Council of Michigan Foundations Michigan Nonprofit Association Michigan Community Service Commission Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 49401 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Council of Michigan Foundations; Michigan Nonprofit Association; Michigan Community Service Commission Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04 Language A language of the resource eng Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04_MNA_MNF_Executive-Committee_1991-05-02_Previous-Meeting-Minutes_1990-08-26 Title A name given to the resource Michigan Nonprofit Forum 1991-05-02 executive committee previous meeting minutes 1990-08-26 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Michigan Nonprofit Forum. Executive Committee Description An account of the resource Michigan Nonprofit Forum 1991-05-02 executive committee previous meeting minutes 1990-08-26. Records are compiled in the Our State of Generosity collection by the Johnson Center, along with the files of the Michigan Nonprofit Association (MNA), the Michigan Community Service Commission (MSCS) and the Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy. Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Nonprofit Association Michigan Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Language A language of the resource eng Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 49505 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1991-05-02 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/faa1035c4f317e979f01a15ca3e36e35.pdf 931f3919ce168fa438aabef8f57824d1 PDF Text Text MICIDGAN34NONPROFIT FORUM KELWGG CENTER EAST LANSING, MICIDGAN 48824-1022 Phone: 517/353-5038 Fax: 517/353-1872 Memorandum To: Michigan Volunteer Coalition, Subcommittee on Statewide Promotion of Voluntarism Michelle Engler, Subcommittee Chair James Barrett Rev. Charles Butler Lynette Campbell Gale Colwell Frank Garrison Charles Infante From: Maryellen J. Lewis, Executive Director Subject: Date: Sr. Monica Kostielney Beverly A. McDonald Helen c. Philpott Sharon Radtke Glenn R. Stevens James Votruba Meeting of the Subcommittee on March 18, 1991, 9:00 to 11:00 AM -- 300 N. washington Square, Conference Room 204, Lansing, Michigan. March 7, 1991 Now that Mrs. Michelle Engler has agreed to serve as a Co-Chair and to chair this Subcommittee on Statewide Promotion of Voluntarism, we are ready to call the first meeting. As you remember from our December meeting, the timeline is quite short, so we are pressing forward in preparation for a late April start-up. We have identified what looks like the only available date: March 18, from 9:00 to 11:00 AM. I hope many of you will be able to attend or send a representative. Please let me know at your earliest convenience. For those who cannot attend, we will keep you fully informed of our progress. The next meeting of the whole Coordinating Committee will come shortly thereafter -- possibly on April 11 or 15. We will send a confirmation in the next few days. I look forward to seeing you on March 18. ref:MVC � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Our State of Generosity Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Valley State University. Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Description An account of the resource Collection contains the records of four Michigan nonprofit organizations: Council of Michigan Foundations, Michigan Nonprofit Association, Michigan Community Service Commission, and the Johnson Center for Philanthropy at GVSU. The documents are compiled by the Johnson Center for Philanthropy, and records document the history of the organizations from the 1960s to the 2010s. Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1968-2014 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Council of Michigan Foundations Michigan Nonprofit Association Michigan Community Service Commission Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 49401 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Council of Michigan Foundations; Michigan Nonprofit Association; Michigan Community Service Commission Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04 Language A language of the resource eng Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04_MNA_MNF_Executive-Committee_1991-05-02_MVC-Coordinating-Committee-Memo Title A name given to the resource Michigan Nonprofit Forum 1991-05-02 executive committee MVC coordinating committee memo Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Michigan Nonprofit Forum. Executive Committee Description An account of the resource Michigan Nonprofit Forum 1991-05-02 executive committee MVC coordinating committee memo. Records are compiled in the Our State of Generosity collection by the Johnson Center, along with the files of the Michigan Nonprofit Association (MNA), the Michigan Community Service Commission (MSCS) and the Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy. Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Nonprofit Association Michigan Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Language A language of the resource eng Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 49504 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1991-05-02 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/b5179f0e212919b91cea983d71bde9cf.pdf efb977ed5e39f2b3c0eed1da36edf53c PDF Text Text MICIDGAN34NONPROFIT FORUM KELWGG CENTER EAST LANSING, MICIDGAN 48824-1022 Phone: 517/353-5038 Fax: 517/353-1872 MNF Coordinating Committee on Voluntarism (Subcommittee on Statewide Promotion Members in Bold) Diana Algra Executive Director Michigan Campus Compact 30 Kellogg Center East Lansing, MI 48824 517/353-9393 N. Charles Anderson President Urban League of Detroit 208 Mack Avenue Detroit, MI 48201 313/832-4600 James Barrett President Michigan state Chamber ot commerce 600 s. Walnut Lansing, HI 48933 517/371-2100 Thomas Bernthal Executive Director Michigan Community College Assn. 2100 Michigan National Tower Lansing, MI 48933 517/372-4350 Janet Blanchard, Co-Chair Governor's Transition Office 2855 Coolidge, Suite 107 Troy, MI 48084 313/643-9940 Edward o. Blews President Assn. of Independent Colleges and Universities of Michigan 650 Michigan National Tower Lansing, MI 48933 517/372-9160 Charles w. Butler Chair, Council of National Black Churches and Pastor New Calvary Baptist Church 3975 Concord Avenue Detroit, HI 48207 313/923-1600 Mary Cady President Michigan Assn. of Volunteer Administrators 2029-C s. Elms Road swartz creek, MI 48473 313/230-0244 Lynnette campbell Director Neighborhood Assn. of Michigan 835 w. Genessee Lansing, HI 48915 517/485-4200 Janet Clark RSVP Director Greater Lansing VAC 6035 Executive Drive # 105 Lansing, MI 48911 517/887-8004 Gale Colwell Chair, Michigan League for Human Services Executive Director The Community House 380 S. Bates Street Birmingham, HI 48009 313/644-5832 �Beverly A. McDonald, R.D.H. Past President Michigan Dental Hygienist Assn. 6715 Wellesley waterford, MI 48095 313/634-7211 Darryl White Chairperson Volunteer Centers of Michigan 220 w. Main st., Ste. 103 Midland, MI 48640 517/631-7660 Edith Wieland Chair Michigan School Volunteers Programs 293 Lagoon Beach Drive Bay City, MI 48706 517/684-3531 Helen c. Philpott Chair Community Foundation of Greater Flint 1212 Woodlawn Park Drive Flint, MI 48503 313/239-8768 Herbert Yamanishi Executive Director Michigan Community Action Agency Association 106 W. Allegan, #451 Lansing, MI 48933 517/484-1353 Sharon Radtke Executive Director Greater Lansing VAC 6035 Executive Drive, #105 Lansing, MI 48911 517/887-8004 Gov. George Romney, Chair 1840 E. Valley Road Bloomfield Hills, MI 48013 313/642-5011 Leonard M. Young Secretary, Michigan Ecumenical Forum Region President Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints 300 s. Mission Mt. Pleasant, MI 48804 517/773-6916 Glenn R. Stevens Executive Director Presidents Council, State Universities of MI 230 N. Washington Sq., #302 Lansing, MI 48933 517/482-1563 Michael Tate Acting Director Cooperative Extension Michigan State Univversity East Lansing, MI 48824 517/355-2308 James Votruba Vice Provost of University outreach Michigan state university East Lansing, MI 48824 517/353-8977 3 � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Our State of Generosity Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Valley State University. Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Description An account of the resource Collection contains the records of four Michigan nonprofit organizations: Council of Michigan Foundations, Michigan Nonprofit Association, Michigan Community Service Commission, and the Johnson Center for Philanthropy at GVSU. The documents are compiled by the Johnson Center for Philanthropy, and records document the history of the organizations from the 1960s to the 2010s. Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1968-2014 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Council of Michigan Foundations Michigan Nonprofit Association Michigan Community Service Commission Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 49401 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Council of Michigan Foundations; Michigan Nonprofit Association; Michigan Community Service Commission Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04 Language A language of the resource eng Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04_MNA_MNF_Executive-Committee_1991-05-02_MVC-Coordinating-Committee-Members Title A name given to the resource Michigan Nonprofit Forum 1991-05-02 executive committee MVC coordinating committee members Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Michigan Nonprofit Forum. Executive Committee Description An account of the resource Michigan Nonprofit Forum 1991-05-02 executive committee MVC coordinating committee members. Records are compiled in the Our State of Generosity collection by the Johnson Center, along with the files of the Michigan Nonprofit Association (MNA), the Michigan Community Service Commission (MSCS) and the Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy. Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Nonprofit Association Michigan Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Language A language of the resource eng Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 49503 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1991-05-02 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/315d78bc5168d998dcece162639a4b45.pdf 329a441b3062cf43d580cb357e51604f PDF Text Text MICHIGAN NONPROFIT FORUM 34 KELLOGG CENTER EAST LANSING, l\11CIDGAN 48824-1022 Phone: 517/353-5038 Fax: 517/353-1872 Agenda Coordinatinq Committee on Voluntarism Subcommittee on Statewide Promotion of Voluntarism Monday, March 18, 1991 -- 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. at the United Way of Michigan 300 N. Washington Square, Room 204, Lansing, Michigan \O '.OC> 1. Welcome and Introductions -- Michelle Engler., Subcommittee Chair 2. Overview of Purpose and Goals -- George Romney 3. Staff Report: Update on Progress --Maryellen J. Lewis 4. Discussion of Year-Long Strategies to Promote Voluntarism in Michigan 5~e~of tasks and assignments to staff 6. Schedule next meeting 7. Adjournment �I. Existing Michigan Volunteer Centers (X) Albion Alpena Ann Arbor Battle Creek Bay City Detroit Flint Grand Rapids Ka 1amazoo Lansing Hidland St. Joseph and Niles Saginaw '*'"· -·.::.-:..::.~. ~-!IC,.~ Lol<e o.c8ola ~ * :~ • a • • . . • . ' .,.,._. . ·e.- --~ ~ . ca.. ·c:a~ J~ :~ II. Developing Volunteer Centers (0) Big Rapids Holland Jackson Monroe Mount Pleasant/Alma Muskegon Traverse City U.P. Adrian Alma Lapeer Southfield ... ~L-w.;s:on :~ . :·· � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Our State of Generosity Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Valley State University. Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Description An account of the resource Collection contains the records of four Michigan nonprofit organizations: Council of Michigan Foundations, Michigan Nonprofit Association, Michigan Community Service Commission, and the Johnson Center for Philanthropy at GVSU. The documents are compiled by the Johnson Center for Philanthropy, and records document the history of the organizations from the 1960s to the 2010s. Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1968-2014 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Council of Michigan Foundations Michigan Nonprofit Association Michigan Community Service Commission Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 49401 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Council of Michigan Foundations; Michigan Nonprofit Association; Michigan Community Service Commission Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04 Language A language of the resource eng Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04_MNA_MNF_Executive-Committee_1991-05-02_MVC-Coordinating-Committee-Agenda_1991-03-18 Title A name given to the resource Michigan Nonprofit Forum 1991-05-02 executive committee MVC coordinating committee agenda Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Michigan Nonprofit Forum. Executive Committee Description An account of the resource Michigan Nonprofit Forum 1991-05-02 executive committee MVC coordinating committee agenda . Records are compiled in the Our State of Generosity collection by the Johnson Center, along with the files of the Michigan Nonprofit Association (MNA), the Michigan Community Service Commission (MSCS) and the Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy. Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Nonprofit Association Michigan Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Language A language of the resource eng Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 49502 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1991-05-02 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/9495c5e1c7310b7d42312093f9f71d75.pdf 644f476f07d28b3ac0f7ac65e40611b2 PDF Text Text MICIDGAN34NONPROFIT FORUM KELWGG CENTER EAST LANSING, MICHIGAN 48824-1022 Phone: 517/353-5038 Fax: 5171353-1872 Membership committee Proposed Bylaws Amendment Article I: (2) Membership rand TermsJ. The Membership or Members shall consist of not less than ten nor more than twenty ORGANIZATIONAL MEMBERS -- together representing a broad and diverse cross-section of Michigan's nonprofit sector -- and not more than five AT-LARGE MEMBERS. [In addition, the Membership shall include no more than five NETWORK MEMBERS elected from amonq the nonvotinq Network Associates described below in Section 6.] New Members shall be nominated and duly elected by an affirmative vote of two-thirds of the current Members present at a duly called and constituted meeting. [Orqanizational] Members shall serve until the qualification and appointment of their successors, or until their resignation or removal from Membership. [At-Larqe Members shall serve terms of two years and may succeed themselves. Network Members elected from Network Associates shall serve two-year terms and may not succeed themselves more than once.] ORGANIZATIONAL MEMBERS shall be (a) Michigan-based associations which represent statewide segments of the nonprofit sector, or (b) other broad-based Michigan organizations. Such organizations chosen to be Organizational Members must each have as a central concern or must have a substantial impact on the advancement of philanthropy, voluntarism and the nonprofit sector, and must support the purposes of this Forum. Current Members shall nominate and duly elect new Organizational Members with due care to achieve breadth, depth and balance in the Forum's deliberations. As much as reasonably possible, Members shall be non-duplica~ive in their fields and membership bases. Each Organizational Member shall designate two voting representatives who shall be known as TRUSTEES [/, each carrying one vote and who shall serve until the qualification and appointment of their successors, or until their resignation or removal from office/]. �Each Organizational Member shall determine and designate its own representatives/Trustees, which shall consist of either (a) the Chief (/Operational/] (Professional] Officer and a Board Representative, or (b) two Board Representatives, in cases where the organization has no Chief (/Operational/] [Professional] Officer. Guidelines for selection of the Board Representatives may be determined by the Trustees. AT-LARGE MEMBERS shall be individuals of widely recognized statewide prominence who contribute significantly to the advancement of Michigan's nonprofit sector. At-Large Members shall also be known as Trustees and shall each carry one vote. [NETWORK MEMBERS shall be elected froa among nonvoting Network Associates (described below) to provide balance, scope and flexibility or otherwise to strengthen the Board and the Porum. To be elected, a Network Associate must have as a central concern, or have an important impact on the advancement of philanthropy, voluntarisa and the nonprofit sector, and must sup~ort the purposes of this Porum. once elected each NETWORK KEMBER shall designate a Representative to serve as a Porum Trustee, who shall be either the chief professional officer or a board representative.] Together, the At-Large Members[,] [/and/] the designated representatives of the Organizational Members[, and the designated representatives of NETWORK MEMBERS] shall make up the Board of Trustees, which shall develop policy for and oversee the management of the business and property of the Forum. [All Trustees shall have equal rights and privileges.] (6) [/Associate Members/] [Network Associates]. The nonvoting designation (/ASSOCIATE MEMBERS/] ("Network Associates"] shall be open to organizations which represent networks of nonprofit members or statewide organizations with demonstrated interest in or impact on the nonprofit sector. The terms, obligations and privileges of [/ASSOCIATE MEMBERSHIP/] (Network Associates] shall be determined by the Board of Trustees. (7) Other Members. Other categories of membership may be created by the Board of Trustees, at its discretion, which shall determine the terms, obligations and privileges of such membership. ARTICLE III: (1) Board of Trustees Designation of Trustees. All properly designated representatives of duly elected Organizational Members[,] (/and/] all duly elected At-Large Members[, and properly -2- �desiqnated representative• of duly elected NETWORK MEMBERS] (as defined in Article 1, Section 2 above) shall be Trustees. {2) Terms of Office. [/ALL/] Trustees [REPRESENTING ORGANIZATIONAL XEMBERS] shall serve until the qualification and appointment of their successors, or until their resignation or removal from office. [AT-LARGE MEMBERS shall serve terms of tvo years and aay succeed themselves. NETWORK MEMBERS shall serve two-year terms and may not succeed themselves more than once.] All vacancies in the Board may be filled by the Chair until the next regular meeting of the Trustees. (6) Quorum. A quorum at any duly called meeting of the Trustees shall consist of not less than a simple majority of the Trustees -- including not less than one representative from each of two-thirds of the ORGANIZATIONAL MEMBERS [and elected NETWORK MEMBERS] and at least one AT-LARGE MEMBER. Any proper action of those present at a duly called and constituted meeting shall be the action of the Board and the Membership. -3- � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Our State of Generosity Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Valley State University. Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Description An account of the resource Collection contains the records of four Michigan nonprofit organizations: Council of Michigan Foundations, Michigan Nonprofit Association, Michigan Community Service Commission, and the Johnson Center for Philanthropy at GVSU. The documents are compiled by the Johnson Center for Philanthropy, and records document the history of the organizations from the 1960s to the 2010s. Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1968-2014 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Council of Michigan Foundations Michigan Nonprofit Association Michigan Community Service Commission Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 49401 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Council of Michigan Foundations; Michigan Nonprofit Association; Michigan Community Service Commission Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04 Language A language of the resource eng Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04_MNA_MNF_Executive-Committee_1991-05-02_Membership-Committee-Proposed-Bylaws-Amendment Title A name given to the resource Michigan Nonprofit Forum 1991-05-02 executive committee membership committee proposed Bylaws Amendment Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Michigan Nonprofit Forum. Executive Committee Description An account of the resource Michigan Nonprofit Forum 1991-05-02 executive committee membership committee proposed Bylaws Amendment. Records are compiled in the Our State of Generosity collection by the Johnson Center, along with the files of the Michigan Nonprofit Association (MNA), the Michigan Community Service Commission (MSCS) and the Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy. Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Nonprofit Association Michigan Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Language A language of the resource eng Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 49501 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1991-05-02 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/8f4c99363c2ab97ab700ca677f33cc65.pdf 01d64076de874d5d7b9d9b093a608aec PDF Text Text MICHIGAN NONPROFIT FORUM 34 KELLOGG CENTER EAST LANSING, MICIDGAN 48824-1022 Phone: 517/353-5038 Fax: 517/336-1327 An alliance to promote giving, volunteering and a strong, effective nonprofit sector in Michigan. Minutes of the MNF Membership Committee Tuesday. March 19. 1991 -- 10:00 to 12:00 at the Michigan Association of School Boards 421 W. Kalamazoo, Lansing, Michigan Trustees Present: Barbara Goldman, Justin King, Len Young Staff Present: Donna Clarke, Maryellen Lewis 1. Welcome and Introductions. As Committee Chair, Barbara Goldman welcomed members and convened the meeting at 10:05. 2. Review of the Committee Charge. B. Goldman reviewed the charge from the Bylaws, emphasizing this Committee's formative role in defining membership categories and privileges. In a mature organization, this Committee's primary task will be to nominate new Trustees and Officers. Now, however, the Committee must create an overall membership structure -- consistent with the Bylaws -- and lay groundwork for an effective membership campaign. 3. Discussion of Membership Categories. The Committee discussed the question of terms for At-Large Members, without final recommendation. Most of the discussion addressed the yet-unrefrned category of nonvoting Associate members. Several principles were adopted: -- That this category should be inclusive rather than exclusive. -- That among its privileges are inclusion in the MNF information dissemination network; participation in MNF committees and planning process; opportunity to participate in forums, represent their constituencies in visible ways, and use MNF briefs/updates/issue syntheses to strengthen their own capacity to be of service (e.g., to include in their newsletters, share with their members). -- That the criteria for participation as a nonvoting Associate Membership should be few and general, perhaps these: that the organization represent ... and support the purposes and activities of the Forum. �-- That among the special privileges of Associate Membership should be the possibility of being selected by the Nominating Committee to fill one of five new Trustee positions, created by a Bylaws Amendment. 4. Committee Recommendations to the Board. The Committee agreed tentatively to recommend a Bylaws change, which will allow five new Trustee positions to be filled from among the nonvoting Associate Members. The Committee discussed several principles: --In selecting candidates, the Nominating Committee should give due consideration to Board balance, scope and flexibility, and especially to filling perceived gaps in Board coverage. --The Elected Associate Members then would each designate one representative to serve as MNF Trustee, for a two-year term. The Board should prepare guidelines for this selection, as it did for Organizational Members. For example, MNF might suggest that the Representatives be respected leaders, influential persons capable of filtering useful information and insight throughout their community of nonprofits. The Committee also briefly discussed membership dues/contributions, a subject which will also be considered by the Finance Committee. No consensus was reached on whether to propose dues or voluntary contributions (which is the current format). Three dues systems were mentioned: One based on a formula (e.g. , 0. 0125 % of the organization's budget); a second with a stair-step structure based on overall budget size; and a third with a stair-step structure based on personnel budget. 5. Follow-up tasks and Assignments to Staff. The Committee agreed to develop a set of recommendations at its next meeting, for submission to the Finance Committee. B. Goldman agreed to send an example of a good formula for membership dues. Staff was charged with drafting a Bylaws Amendment for the Committee's consideration. The next meeting was set for April 3 from 10:00 to 12:00, same place. 6. Adjournment. The Committee adjourned at 12:15. � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Our State of Generosity Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Valley State University. Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Description An account of the resource Collection contains the records of four Michigan nonprofit organizations: Council of Michigan Foundations, Michigan Nonprofit Association, Michigan Community Service Commission, and the Johnson Center for Philanthropy at GVSU. The documents are compiled by the Johnson Center for Philanthropy, and records document the history of the organizations from the 1960s to the 2010s. Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1968-2014 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Council of Michigan Foundations Michigan Nonprofit Association Michigan Community Service Commission Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 49401 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Council of Michigan Foundations; Michigan Nonprofit Association; Michigan Community Service Commission Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04 Language A language of the resource eng Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04_MNA_MNF_Executive-Committee_1991-05-02_Membership-Committee-Meeting-Minutes_1991-03-19 Title A name given to the resource Michigan Nonprofit Forum 1991-05-02 executive committee membership committee meeting minutes Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Michigan Nonprofit Forum. Executive Committee Description An account of the resource Michigan Nonprofit Forum 1991-05-02 executive committee membership committee meeting minutes. Records are compiled in the Our State of Generosity collection by the Johnson Center, along with the files of the Michigan Nonprofit Association (MNA), the Michigan Community Service Commission (MSCS) and the Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy. Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Nonprofit Association Michigan Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Language A language of the resource eng Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 49500 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1991-05-02 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/d379016a33ba34bcd4a4dbb799ae6f6a.pdf c94c9a1cd5ee3573c18304d200b3aa59 PDF Text Text MICIDGAN34NONPROFIT FORUM KELLOGG CENTER EAST LANSING, MICHIGAN 48824-1022 Phone: 517/353-5038 Fax: 517/353-1872 Membership and Nominating Committee Members of the Nominating Committee must all be Trustees. The Nominating Committee shall recommend candidates for ORGANIZATIONAL and AT-LARGE MEMBERS to the Board of Trustees. The Nominating Committee shall recommend candidates to the Board for the Offices of the Board. The Committee shall perform such other duties as are incident to this charge or are properly delegated by the Board of Trustees. � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Our State of Generosity Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Valley State University. Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Description An account of the resource Collection contains the records of four Michigan nonprofit organizations: Council of Michigan Foundations, Michigan Nonprofit Association, Michigan Community Service Commission, and the Johnson Center for Philanthropy at GVSU. The documents are compiled by the Johnson Center for Philanthropy, and records document the history of the organizations from the 1960s to the 2010s. Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1968-2014 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Council of Michigan Foundations Michigan Nonprofit Association Michigan Community Service Commission Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 49401 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Council of Michigan Foundations; Michigan Nonprofit Association; Michigan Community Service Commission Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04 Language A language of the resource eng Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04_MNA_MNF_Executive-Committee_1991-05-02_Membership-and-Nominating-Committee Title A name given to the resource Michigan Nonprofit Forum 1991-05-02 executive committee membership and nominating committee Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Michigan Nonprofit Forum. Executive Committee Description An account of the resource Michigan Nonprofit Forum 1991-05-02 executive committee membership and nominating committee. Records are compiled in the Our State of Generosity collection by the Johnson Center, along with the files of the Michigan Nonprofit Association (MNA), the Michigan Community Service Commission (MSCS) and the Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy. Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Nonprofit Association Michigan Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Language A language of the resource eng Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 49499 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1991-05-02 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/7989ffa2b04ba1b2d06d7a8e23bad40a.pdf 59a5be86b66b6eb9a4ac2368d46baa75 PDF Text Text MICIDGAN34NONPROFIT FORUM KELWGG CENTER EAST LANSING, MICIDGAN 48824-1022 Phone: 517/353-5038 Fax: 517/353-1872 Memorandum To: MNF Executive Committee From: Robert E. Ivory, Finance Committee Chairman Subject: Date: Proposed Budget Changes using 1990-91 Surpluses May 1, 1991 Based on the recommendations of the 4/23 Finance Committee meeting, our Executive Director spoke with Joel Orosz (our Kellogg Program Officer) about budget changes utilizing some of our budget surpluses from the first grant year. Based on those discussions and the Committee's further deliberations on May 1, the MNF Finance Committee unanimously recommends the changes outlined below, using 1990-91 surpluses. Please Note: We now have preliminary approval to rollover our program funding surpluses into programs for the second year. The following proposed budget changes leave those program surpluses intact, and draw only from personnel and administrative surpluses, while still leaving comfortable surpluses in every line item. I. Creation of a New 1991-92 Staff Position from 1990-91 Personnel Budget Surpluses We have preliminary approval from the W.K. Kellogg Foundation to use most of the personnel budget surpluses for a new staff position in the second year: Administrative Assistant (salary range: $24,000 to 28,000, plus 20% fringe benefits). That position is built into the Core Budget and the proposed membership income, so it will be covered by new income in years 3 and thereafter. RATIONALE: In the first six start-up months, a complete staff of two was entirely adequate. Now, however, t hat all MNF committees are operating, and now that field contacts are increasingly important, a third pair of hands is critical for basic operations. This position will become ever more important as we expand our internships and program-related staff. �Responsibilities of this person will include: coordinating meetings and managing conferences, providing staff support to committees, supervising students interns, managing memberships, producing the newsletter, managing office staff, and other duties under the direction of the Executive Director. The MNF Finance Committee unanimously recommends approval of the creation of this new staff position, authorizinq the Executive Director to fill the position at the beqinninq of the second qrant year (June 1991). II. Funding for additional Computer Technology, including a small Local Area Network CLAN) and software We also have preliminary approval from the Kellogg Foundation to transfer up to $11,500 from administrative surpluses (rent, postage, phone, copying, printing) to expand MNF's office technology, in order to accommodate the new staff member and anticipated program needs during the next few years. {A comfortable surplus will still be left in each line item.) RATIONALE: According to Joel Orosz, the Kellogg Foundation's intent is to support the start-up of the Forum, including preparing MNF for the years ahead. That includes investing in systems that will last and grow with MNF, rather than (as he put it) "cobbling together enough to get by." With the new staff member, MNF will need one additional computer. One computer has already reached memory capacity, and both current computers must be upgraded to handle desktop publishing software. With added interns and any program-related staff, MNF's needs will grow. Witn advice from Joel Orosz and other Kellogg Foundation staff, our Executive Director is exploring ways to expand MNF's computer capacity in light on long-range needs, including "networking" current and one additional computers and adding related software. In addition, at Kellogg's suggestion, she is looking into the purchase of a laptop computer for use in the field. The MNF Finance Committee unanimously recommends approval of this budqet chanqe transferrinq up to $11,500 from 1990-91 surpluses to the "Furniture/Equipment" cateqory, for use in upqradinq MNF's computer systems and related office technoloqy. ref: I.1 � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Our State of Generosity Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Valley State University. Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Description An account of the resource Collection contains the records of four Michigan nonprofit organizations: Council of Michigan Foundations, Michigan Nonprofit Association, Michigan Community Service Commission, and the Johnson Center for Philanthropy at GVSU. The documents are compiled by the Johnson Center for Philanthropy, and records document the history of the organizations from the 1960s to the 2010s. Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1968-2014 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Council of Michigan Foundations Michigan Nonprofit Association Michigan Community Service Commission Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 49401 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Council of Michigan Foundations; Michigan Nonprofit Association; Michigan Community Service Commission Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04 Language A language of the resource eng Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04_MNA_MNF_Executive-Committee_1991-05-02_Finance-Committee-Memo-Proposed-Budget-Changes Title A name given to the resource Michigan Nonprofit Forum 1991-05-02 executive committee finance committee Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Michigan Nonprofit Forum. Executive Committee Description An account of the resource Michigan Nonprofit Forum 1991-05-02 executive committee finance committee. Records are compiled in the Our State of Generosity collection by the Johnson Center, along with the files of the Michigan Nonprofit Association (MNA), the Michigan Community Service Commission (MSCS) and the Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy. Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Nonprofit Association Michigan Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Language A language of the resource eng Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 49498 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1991-05-02 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/e9ff3b17952e8217c02f59c40b14c75f.pdf a0534ff610ae807d825dee85807b1a20 PDF Text Text MICIDGAN34NONPROFIT FORUM KELWGG CENTER EAST LANSING, MICHIGAN 48824-1022 Phone: 5171353-5038 Fax: 5171353-1872 RECOMMENDED POSITION ON FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING STANDARDS BOARD NONPROFIT ACCOUNTING PROPOSALS Background The Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB), which sets recognized standards for financial accounting and auditing, has proposed three very significant changes in nonprofit corporation accounting. The proposals threaten to erode financial support for nonprofit organizations, create onerous administrative and valuation burdens and distort the financial picture of nonprofit corporations. These proposed FASB standard changes would: 1.) Require nonprofit organizations to count pledges as actual revenues (rather than the general practice by nonprofits currently of recording pledges at the time the cash payment is received); 2.) Require nonprofits to record as revenue the value of all contributions of works of art or other items of historical significance and to appraise virtually all such items in order to do so; and 3.) Require the value of services contributed to nonprofit organizations to be recorded as current revenues. Responses to and comments on these proposed changes are being sought by the Financial Accounting Standards Board before it renders a final decision. RECOMMENDED MICHIGAN NONPROFIT FORUM POSITION THAT THE PUBLIC POLICY COMMITTEE RECOMMEND THAT THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE MICHIGAN NONPROFIT FORUM ADOPT A FORMAL POSITION EMPHATICALLY OPPOSING THE PROPOSED FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING STANDARDS BOARD'S CHANGES TO REQUIRE NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS TO RECORD AS CURRENT REVENUES PLEDGES OF CONTRIBUTIONS, CONTRIBUTED WORKS OF ART AND ITEMS OF HISTORIClL SIGNIFICANCE, AND CONTRIBUTED SERVICES, WHICH WOULD DISTORT THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS OF NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS, CREATE ONEROUS ADMINISTRATIVE AND APPRAISAL BURDENS, IMPOSE MISLEADING AND INACCURATE ASSUMPTIONS, AND POTENTIALLY ERODE FINANCIAL SUPPORT FOR THE NONPROFIT SECTOR; AND FURTHER, THAT THE MICHIGAN NONPROFIT FORUM EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR BE ASKED TO CONVEY THIS POSITION TO THE FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING STANDARDS BOARD. �RATIONALE 1.) The FASB standard to require accrual recording of pledges as current revenues would force nonprofit organizations to abandon the current practice generally of recording pledges at the time the cash payment is received. The proposed standard fails to recognize that 100\ of pledges do not always translate into actual revenues. The line between a firm pledge and a statement of intent is not always clear. Though there have been some court decisions supporting legal enforcement of pledges, it is ridiculous to imply that nonprofits would or could go to court to enforce pledges. To do so would alienate donors and depress the willingness of people to pledge. And to count pledges as revenues distorts the financial statements, showing a higher level of income than is accurate or realistic. 2.) Requiring donated art and historical works to be appraised and recorded as revenues would be an unreasonable and unnecessarily costly imposition. such gifts are rarely assets which could be sold at their appraised value to produce revenues, if the donor desired to do so. And since donors give out of a desire to support a charitable cause rather than on the financial strength or statements of the organization, the request is simply unnecessary. 3.) To record contributed services as revenues would create an administrative nightmare, forcing major new systems to track such services and methods of valuing them. And philosophically, it desecrates or trivializes the spirit of voluntarism which is at the heart of the nonprofit sector, translating it from something which is unique to just another thing with a price tag attached to it. �RECOMMENDED POSITION PAPER ON FEDERAL TAX DEDUCTIBILITY OF CHARITABLE CONTRIBUTIONS MICHIGAN NONPROFIT FORUM Background Historically, Congress has provided in the Internal Revenue Code for the full deductibility from income taxes of charitable contributions to recognized nonprofit organizations holding Federal 501 (c) tax-exempt status and organized and operated for religious, charitable, scientific, educational and certain other purposes. For many years, that full deductibility of charitable contributions has been available to taxpayers filing Schedule A as part of the long-form tax filing. In 1981, the Congress established a new "non-itemizer" charitable contribution deduction of up to $100 for persons who file the short form and do not utilize Schedule A ~ Regrettably, the non-itemizer deducti on was repealed in 1986. Then in 1990, the Congress established a floor or threshhold of 3% of i ncome to be subtracted from Schedule A deductions (including charitable contributions) before recognizing them for tax purposes, for persons filing individual returns with income above $100,000 and for joint filers reporting income above $150,000. This new threshhold provision in the Internal Revenue Code will "sunset" or expire in 1996 unless it is renewed by the Congress. RECOMMENDED MICHIGAN NONPROFIT FORUM POSITION T HE PUBLIC POLICY COMMITTEE RECOMMENDS THAT THE MICHIGAN NONPROFIT FORUM ADOPT A POSITION URGING CONGRESS NOT TO RENEW (AND CERTAINLY NOT TO INCREASE) THE 3% FLOOR OR SUBTRACTION FROM SCHEDULE A DEDUCTIONS (INCLUDING CHARITABLE CONTRIBUTIONS) FROM TAXPAYERS WITH HIGHER INCOMES, BECAUSE SUCH A FLOOR IS A PHILOSOPHICAL AND PRACTICAL DISCOURAGEMENT TO CHARITABLE CON T RIBUTIONS WHICH ARE SO CRITICAL TO THE ABILITY OF NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS TO PERFORM SERVICES WHICH ARE SO VITAL TO THE HEALTH, EDUCATION AND WELFARE OF THE NATION, PARTICULARLY THOSE OF MODEST MEANS OR FROM DISADVANTAGED BACKGROUNDS, AND WHICH ENORMOUSLY REDUCE THE DEMANDS AND BURDENS ON GOVERNMENT; AND FURTHER, IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT THE MICHIGAN NONPROFIT FORUM BOARD OF DIRECTORS ADOPT A POSITION URGING CONGRESS TO RESTORE T HE NON-ITEMIZER CHARITABLE CONTRIBUTIONS TO FURTHER FOSTER THE SERVICES CITED ABOVE AND TO ENCOURAGE TAXPAYERS OF MODEST MEANS T O CONTRIBUTE ; AND FURTHER, IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR BE AUTHORIZED TO COMMUNICATE THESE POSITIONS AND CONCERNS AS APPROPRIATE. �-2- Rationale Generous charitable g1v1ng and the eleemosynary spirit and hallmarks of our American society are absolutely essential to the ability of the nonprofit sector to serve so substantially the general welfare, health, education and cultural vitality of our pluralistic nation. Enlightened tax policies which recognize and encourage charitable contributions to qualifying nonprofit organizations are critically important, and have long been recognized in American law. Both the repeal of the non-itemizer deduction (granted by a recent innovation in tax policy) and the imposition of a 3% floor on Schedule A deductions for higher income taxpayers are distressing erosions in such enlightened tax policy toward the nonprofit sector. The continuation beyond its "sunset" date and any increase in the 3% threshhold would constitute a very serious and damaging discouragement and depression in charitable giving. Congress should be reminded of this regularly between now and the sunset date. EOB :bg:40.14 �MICIDGAN NONPROFIT FORUM 34 KELWGG CENTER EAST LANSING, MICIDGAN 48824-1022 Phone: 5171353-5038 Fax: 517/353-1872 Proposed Position Statement on the Bulk Mail Rate Increase for Nonprofit Organizations BACKGROUND In the past, nonprofit organizations have paid a lower, or "preferred" rate to mail bulk materials, including programrelated materials and solicitation letters for tax-exempt contributions. In February, that rate increased substantially , and current proposals could increase the rate in October by as much as another 45%. RECOMMENDATION: THAT THE BOARD OF THE MICHIGAN NONPROFIT FORUM UNANIMOUSLY ADOPT A POSITION URGING FULL FUNDING OF THE PREFERRED BULK MAILING RATE FOR NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS. FURTHER, THAT THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR BE AUTHORIZED TO CONVEY THIS POSITION TO THE MICHIGAN CONGRESSIONAL DELEGATION AND MEMBERS OF THE CONFERENCE COMMITTEE, AND TO NOTIFY MNF TRUSTEES AND OTHER NONPROFIT LEADERS THROUGHOUT MICHIGAN. Rationale: In order to maintain the rate at post-February levels, Congress must earmark $649 million specifically for this purpose . Unless Congress appropriates full funding in the next few weeks , the nation's nonprofit sector will face a significant handicap in the challenging years ahep d. Both the House and Senate budget committees have recommended reduced funding. In the next week or so, their recommendations will go to a Conference Committee that has yet to be appointed after which allocation decisions will be made by Congress. Time is limited, but the decision has such far-reaching implications that it deserves our deliberate participation. � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Our State of Generosity Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Valley State University. Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Description An account of the resource Collection contains the records of four Michigan nonprofit organizations: Council of Michigan Foundations, Michigan Nonprofit Association, Michigan Community Service Commission, and the Johnson Center for Philanthropy at GVSU. The documents are compiled by the Johnson Center for Philanthropy, and records document the history of the organizations from the 1960s to the 2010s. Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1968-2014 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Council of Michigan Foundations Michigan Nonprofit Association Michigan Community Service Commission Dorothy A. 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For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04_MNA_MNF_Executive-Committee_1991-05-02_FASB-Recommended-Position Title A name given to the resource Michigan Nonprofit Forum 1991-05-02 executive committee FASB recommended position Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Michigan Nonprofit Forum. Executive Committee Description An account of the resource Michigan Nonprofit Forum 1991-05-02 executive committee FASB recommended position. Records are compiled in the Our State of Generosity collection by the Johnson Center, along with the files of the Michigan Nonprofit Association (MNA), the Michigan Community Service Commission (MSCS) and the Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy. Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Nonprofit Association Michigan Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Language A language of the resource eng Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 49497 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1991-05-02 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/447bc1ec3bdc6e7743297fa65799ba32.pdf 307ef5b2d012cdc8f8b655c4c69d363a PDF Text Text MICIDGAN34NONPROFIT FORUM KELWGG CENTER EAST LANSING, MICIDGAN 48824-1022 Phone: 5171353-5038 Fax: 5171353-1872 Executive Committee The Executive Committee shall consist of the Officers, the Chairs of Standing Committees, the immediate past Board Chair, and one other Trustee designated by the present Board Chair. The Board Chair shall chair the Executive Committee. The Executive Committee shall be empowered to act on behalf of the Board of Trustees (1) in recommending to the Board appropriate matters for its consideration at scheduled Board meetings; (2) in implementing and developing details of pol icy positions previously adopted by the Board; (3) in addressing and enacting ~olicy matters delegated by the Board; (4) in emergencies and between Board meetings when prompt policy attention is required (subject to subsequent reporting and, where appropriate, ratification by the Boa rd); and (5) in personnel matters and oversight relating to the Executive Director. � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Our State of Generosity Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Valley State University. Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Description An account of the resource Collection contains the records of four Michigan nonprofit organizations: Council of Michigan Foundations, Michigan Nonprofit Association, Michigan Community Service Commission, and the Johnson Center for Philanthropy at GVSU. The documents are compiled by the Johnson Center for Philanthropy, and records document the history of the organizations from the 1960s to the 2010s. Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1968-2014 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Council of Michigan Foundations Michigan Nonprofit Association Michigan Community Service Commission Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 49401 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Council of Michigan Foundations; Michigan Nonprofit Association; Michigan Community Service Commission Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04 Language A language of the resource eng Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. 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Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Nonprofit Association Michigan Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Language A language of the resource eng Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 49496 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1991-05-02 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/5af34e367db3491eb5f078bbe4e88929.pdf 05c4d396ca878d87929ad1aca4e78835 PDF Text Text HOH?ROF .. FORUM · PRCVISIO~AL Incoae/Expense Statement ~I C HIGAH The Eleven Month (s) Ending on April 30, 1991 THIS MONTH TOTAL GENERAL COHTRIBU IONS TOTAL ORGAN. ~EMBER CONTRIB ~TA L 1THER BOARD C OHTRIBUT 'OTAL INTERES- &DIVIDENDS TO AL GRANTS &CONTRACTS -OTAL PROGRAM FEES TOiAL MEMBERSHIP DUES TOT ~L REIMBURS EMENTS JTAL SUBSCRIPT/PUBLICATIONS TOTAL MISCELLANEOUS INCOME TOTAL DONATED INKIND SERV/MATL TOTAL TRANSFERS FROM FUND TOTAL UNRELATEDBUSH INCOME 0.00 250.00 0.00 0.00 14,028. 50 !4-, 925.00 0.00 42 .90 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 ~--·-···------ y. T. D. 0.00 6,500 .00 O.JO 3.924 .44 154,313.50 14,925.00 0.00 314.60 0.00 3,062.50 18,320.69 0.00 0.00 12 110 so¥ i.oo ~,.00 I (V,W 1.../ol:o 0. 0 0.00 6.co 0.00 ~I o.To 0.00 0, 0 /O.OJ ~ 0. )(} ). 00 G. CO 0.. oc 0 )0 0.00 o.-oo O.CO 0, 00 -------------I -orAL OPERATING INCOME (29 ,2 46 .40 ) (20 1,360. 73) (.oo 0 ./JO I �MICHIGAN HOHPROFIT FORUM · PROVISIONAL Incoae/Expense Stateaent PAGE The Eleven Month(s) Ending on April 30, 1991 THIS MONTH y 0T. D0 13 MO BDGT 12 MO 9DG. OPERATING EXPENSE SALARIES TOTAL ADMINISTRATIVE SALARIES TOTAL CLERICAL SALARIES TOTAL SEVERENCE COS S TOTAL sqLARIES BENEFITS TC AL TOTAL TOTAL TOTAL TOTAL TOTAL TOTAL OTAL MEDICAL/ DENTAL INSURANCE LIFE INSURANCE DISABILITY INSURANCE FICA TAXES UNEMPLOYMENT TAXES WORKERS COMPENSATION RETIREMENT STAFF PARKING TOTAL BENEFITS TOTAL COMPENSATION SERVICES TOTAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES TOTAL CLERICAL SERVICES TOTAL SERVICES OFFICE OPERATIONS TOTAL OFFICE SUPPLIES TOTAL COPYING TOTAL PRINTING TOTAL PUBLICATIONS/SUBSCRIPT TOTAL ORGANIZATION DUES TOTAL POSTAGE/SHIPPING OTAL TELEPHONE TOTAL FAX TOTAL ADVERTISING/PUBL REL TOTAL EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE TOTAL OPERATING EXPENSES OCCUPANCY TOTAL OFFICE RENT TOTAL UTILITIES TOTAL HOVING COSTS TOTAL OCCUPANCY EXPENSES MEETINGS TOTAL MEETING ACCOMMODATIONS TOTAL MEETING HEALS 3,692o35 1,538 046 0.00 41,473046 8,461.53 0000 70,417 000 18,233000 0000 65,000000 16,400000 OoOO 5,230081 49,934099 880650000 31,400000 OoOO 0000 0000 400 016 401.88 OoOO 0000 160000 1,165025 0000 0000 3,466 021 610088 189 020 1,328032 686035 14,200000 0000 OoOO 0000 0000 0000 0000 OoOO 13oJOOo OO JOJO OoOO 0000 ,) 0oc 00 )0 OoOO 0000 962004 7, 446021 14,200000 13,000000 6,192085 57 ,381.20 102,850 000 94 ,400000 0000 0000 0000 6,549027 7,625000 7, 000000 7,000000 7,000000 OoOO 6,549027 14,625000 14,000000 460o54 49.25 OoOO 194.80 0.00 764.07 0.00 6.00 0.00 0.00 2,434066 2,129060 0000 1,629009 681.00 1,950013 199052 134021 930020 0000 3,250000 7,150000 3,417000 2,167 000 758.00 3,900000 4,400000 433.00 975000 433000 3,000000 6,600000 3,000.00 2,000.00 700000 3,600000 41 100 o00 400000 900000 4000 00 1,4H o66 lOt, 088.41 26,883.00 24,700000 0.00 0.00 0.00 OoOO 0000 OoOO 5,417 000 0000 OoOO 5,000000 OoOO 0000 0000 0000 5,417. 00 5,000 .00 0000 131.60 10.00 1,614. 35 16,733000 0000 15,200000 0000 �PAGE 3 ICi!GAH NOHDROF FORU~ · PROV"SIOHA Inco•e/ Expense State1ent The Eleven Month(s ) Ending on Ap ril 30, 1991 TOTAL MEE !NG OTHER 0 ~L MEE T NG EXPENSE TRAVEL 0 AL 0 ~L TO"AL TOTAL TOTAL TOTAL "OTAL PAR ICIDAT"ON ~EE~ •RAVEL ACCOMMODATIONS RAVEL MEALS TRAVEL MEALS · PGM DEVEL "RAVEL MILEAGE RAVEL AIR TRAVEL OTHER TOm TRAVE EXPENSE BOARD/STAFF OEVELOP~E~ ·orAL 3D /STAFF ACCOMODA.IONs TOTAL BOARD/STAFF MEALS TOTAL BOARD/ STAFF MILEAGE TOTAL BOARD STAFF AIR •orAL BOARD/STAFF PARKING TO AL BOARD/S AF' TUITION OTAL BOARD . STAFF DEVELOPMENT FURHI U RE/EQU:P~EHT TOTAL FUqNITURE/ EQUIP RENTAL TOTAL FURNITURE/EQUIP PURCHASE TOTAL COMPUTER HARDWARE TOTAL COMPUTER SOFTW ARE TOTAL FURNiTURE/ EQUIPMENT THIS M ONTH y. T. D. 26.85 26.85 158.45 13 MO BDG T 0.00 12 MO BDGT 0.00 1,651.20 16, 33.00 15,200 .00 0.00 118.o5 10 .70 74.68 774 .45 307.00 8.45 475. 00 155.65 95.35 419 . 78 3,J50.94 529.50 151.95 542.00 7,063.00 0.00 500 .00 6, 500.00 0. )0 O.JO ~.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 ~.00 1,!03. 93 4,878.17 7, 605. 00 7,000.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 168.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0. 00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 168.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 79.91 422.95 0.00 142.15 376.69 8,314.95 176.75 0.00 300 .00 0.00 0.00 300.00 9, 700 .00 0.00 502.86 9,010.54 10, 000.00 10,000.00 0.00 300.00 0.00 323.00 433 .00 108.00 400.00 100.00 300 .00 323.00 541. 00 500.00 9,700.~0 o. o ·~ 0.00 ~ISC ELLANEOUS OTAL INSURANCE TOTAL OTH ER EXPENSES TOTAL MISCELLANEOUS EXPENSES ·--------- ---- ------- ------OTAL EXPENSES 9,932.75 90 ,049 .79 ----- ---- -- --- ------ ---- --- 184 ,654.00 170,800.00 �~ ICH!GAH HOHPROFI fORUM- PROVISIONAL I nco •e / E xpe ~ se State1ent The Eleven Month( s) Ending on April 30, 1991 THIS IIOHTH Y.T.D. TOTAL M!SC ADJUSTMEN T 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 TOTAL REGULAR EXPENSES 9,932. 5 90,049.79 184,654.00 170,SOO.,C ~.00 18,320.69 47,807 .75 .l4 ,580.00 9,932. 7 5 108.370.48 232. 4bl.75 215,380.)0 (19,313.b5) (1 11,310.q4) 184,b54 .00 170, 80~.00 TOTAL !HK!ND EXPENSES OTAL EXPENSES HE INCOME/EXPENSES 13 ~0 BDGT 12 MD BOG � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Our State of Generosity Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Valley State University. Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Description An account of the resource Collection contains the records of four Michigan nonprofit organizations: Council of Michigan Foundations, Michigan Nonprofit Association, Michigan Community Service Commission, and the Johnson Center for Philanthropy at GVSU. The documents are compiled by the Johnson Center for Philanthropy, and records document the history of the organizations from the 1960s to the 2010s. Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1968-2014 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Council of Michigan Foundations Michigan Nonprofit Association Michigan Community Service Commission Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 49401 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Council of Michigan Foundations; Michigan Nonprofit Association; Michigan Community Service Commission Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04 Language A language of the resource eng Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04_MNA_MNF_Executive-Committee_1991-05-02_Budget-Finance-Committee-Income-Expense-Statement Title A name given to the resource Michigan Nonprofit Forum 1991-05-02 executive committee budget and finance committee income expense statement Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Michigan Nonprofit Forum. Executive Committee Description An account of the resource Michigan Nonprofit Forum 1991-05-02 executive committee budget and finance committee income expense statement. Records are compiled in the Our State of Generosity collection by the Johnson Center, along with the files of the Michigan Nonprofit Association (MNA), the Michigan Community Service Commission (MSCS) and the Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy. Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Nonprofit Association Michigan Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Language A language of the resource eng Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 49495 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1991-05-02 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/aced5d12c363a7e5b02f9c303bb28ecc.pdf ca455789aa2fa758f8eedf647db18031 PDF Text Text MICIDGAN34NONPROFIT FORUM KELWGG CENTER EAST LANSING, MICIDGAN 48824-1022 Phone: 517/353-5038 Fax: 517/353-1872 Revised 4/23/91 DRAFT Core Budget [i.e., basic costs to keep the doors open!] Salaries Executive Director (40,000 to 50,000) Administrative Assistant (24,000 to 28,000) Administrative Secretary (18,000 to 22,000) FRINGE BENEFITS 50,000 28,000 22,000 20,000 Subtotal 120 , 000 Office Expense Rent, Utilities, Parking Furniture and Equipment Telephone Equipment Installation Usage Fax Postage Photocopies Printing Suppl i es Subscriptions,Publications Organization Dues Participation Fees Equipment Maintenance Insurance Miscellaneous TOTAL * 5,000 4,000 ** 1,800 500 1,000 600 1,500 2,500 2,000 2,000 3,000 1,000 600 1,000 2,500 3,000 ** ** 152,000 If by some miracle we are able to stay in the Kellogg Center, these will represent line item savings. �MICIDGAN34NONPROFIT FORUM KELLOGG CENTER EAST LANSING, MICHIGAN 48824-1022 Phone: 517/353-5038 Fax: 517/353-1872 April 30, 1991 Proposed Dues Structure Memberships ORGANIZATIONAL MEMBER DUES budgets $500,000 plus 250,000 to 500,000 100,000 to 250,000 under 100,000 $1000 750 500 250 ASSOCIATES/ "NETWORK ASSOCIATES" i.e., smaller associations or organizations that represent networks, such as the Michigan Community Arts Agency Asn, and Midland Voluntary Action Center, or the Flint Council for the Arts. These orqanizations will be the operatinq network reaehinq into Miehiqan communities, to make the Forum's work possible! Many in this pool are already under the umbrella of an MNF organizational Member but may choose to become a more direct partner in the Forum's work. They will then be eligible for election onto the Board (5 new Trustee positions), if the proposed Bylaws amendment is adopted. budgets over 500,000 250,000 to soo,ooo 100,000 to 250,000 under 100,000 500 250 125 100 AGENCY/INDIVIDUAL SUPPORTERS 50 SUBSCRIBERS (newsletter) 20 Donors/Patrons CORPORATE HONORARY SUSTAINING SPONSORING 2000 500 250 100 �MICIDGAN34NONPROFIT FORUM KELLOGG CENTER EAST LANSING, :MICffiGAN 48824-1022 Phone: 517/353-5038 Fax: 517/353-1872 May 1, 1991 Target Membership Income, Year 4 [Based on the DRAFT Core Budget approved by the Finance Committee, the Committee recommends that 50% of Core Budget come from dues, sponsorships and individual contributions. Below is the Committee's projected income in Year 4, after the end of the Kellogg grant. This supplemental funding will begin in Years 2 & 3, allowing time to revise membership strategies and structure.) Organizational Members (20) $15,000 "Network Associates" (100) 15,000 Agency/Individual Supporters (240) 12,000 Subscribers (375) 7,500 20,000 Corporate Sponsors (10) Other Members Trustee personal contributions (50 Trustees) Others TOTAL 4,500 5,000 79,000 � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Our State of Generosity Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Valley State University. Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Description An account of the resource Collection contains the records of four Michigan nonprofit organizations: Council of Michigan Foundations, Michigan Nonprofit Association, Michigan Community Service Commission, and the Johnson Center for Philanthropy at GVSU. The documents are compiled by the Johnson Center for Philanthropy, and records document the history of the organizations from the 1960s to the 2010s. Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1968-2014 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Council of Michigan Foundations Michigan Nonprofit Association Michigan Community Service Commission Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 49401 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Council of Michigan Foundations; Michigan Nonprofit Association; Michigan Community Service Commission Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04 Language A language of the resource eng Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. 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Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Nonprofit Association Michigan Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Language A language of the resource eng Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 49494 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1991-05-02 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/8abee5a052e1a9ea28c73ca53590d844.pdf 1ab8c922a9c8b81fff2ec87e3e091757 PDF Text Text MICIDGAN NONPROFIT FORUM 34 KELWGG CENTER EAST LANSING, MICIDGAN 48824-1022 Phone: 517/353-5038 Fax: 517/353-1872 Audit Committee The Audit Committee shall be chaired by a Trustee other than the Treasurer, who shall not serve on the Audit Committee. The Audit Committee shall oversee the annual audit of the Forum. Members of the Audit Committee may include such nonTrustees as necessary to insure a responsible, comprehensive and enlightening audit. � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Our State of Generosity Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Valley State University. Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Description An account of the resource Collection contains the records of four Michigan nonprofit organizations: Council of Michigan Foundations, Michigan Nonprofit Association, Michigan Community Service Commission, and the Johnson Center for Philanthropy at GVSU. The documents are compiled by the Johnson Center for Philanthropy, and records document the history of the organizations from the 1960s to the 2010s. Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1968-2014 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Council of Michigan Foundations Michigan Nonprofit Association Michigan Community Service Commission Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 49401 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Council of Michigan Foundations; Michigan Nonprofit Association; Michigan Community Service Commission Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04 Language A language of the resource eng Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04_MNA_MNF_Executive-Committee_1991-05-02_Audit-Committee Title A name given to the resource Michigan Nonprofit Forum 1991-05-02 executive committee audit committee Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Michigan Nonprofit Forum. Executive Committee Description An account of the resource Michigan Nonprofit Forum 1991-05-02 executive committee audit committee. Records are compiled in the Our State of Generosity collection by the Johnson Center, along with the files of the Michigan Nonprofit Association (MNA), the Michigan Community Service Commission (MSCS) and the Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy. Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Nonprofit Association Michigan Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Language A language of the resource eng Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 49493 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1991-05-02 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/29b849e23d6952519967a567607cdb88.pdf 55b3a2f19bc315d7053ca03cd06df568 PDF Text Text Qn~step® Contents Agenda Minutes of the May 9, 1991 Meeting of the Trustees 1990-91 Financial Statement and 1990-91 Financial Report to W.K. Kellogg Foundation 1991-92 First Quarterly Financial Report and Annual Budget Membership Committee: Dues Schedule, 3-Year Income Schedule, Income Sources 1991-92,and Minutes 1 2 3 4 5 Report of the Nominating Committee 6 Plan for the Campaign for Voluntarism 1991 7 Joint Report and Minutes of the Public Policy and Program Committees Minutes of the Grantmakers/Grantseekers Program Committee Outline for a Discussion of Priorities for Year 2 (1991-92). Minutes of the Finance Committee. 8 9 10 11 Minutes of the Executive Committee 12 Members of Record, October 28, 1991 Committee Rosters for 1991-92 13 14 Bylaws as Amended on May 9, 1991 15 ~ Cardinal· � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Our State of Generosity Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Valley State University. Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Description An account of the resource Collection contains the records of four Michigan nonprofit organizations: Council of Michigan Foundations, Michigan Nonprofit Association, Michigan Community Service Commission, and the Johnson Center for Philanthropy at GVSU. The documents are compiled by the Johnson Center for Philanthropy, and records document the history of the organizations from the 1960s to the 2010s. Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1968-2014 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Council of Michigan Foundations Michigan Nonprofit Association Michigan Community Service Commission Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 49401 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Council of Michigan Foundations; Michigan Nonprofit Association; Michigan Community Service Commission Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04 Language A language of the resource eng Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04_MNA_MNF_Board-Book_1991-10-28_Table-of-Contents Title A name given to the resource Michigan Nonprofit Forum 1991-10-28 board book table of contents Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Michigan Nonprofit Forum. Board of Trustees Description An account of the resource Michigan Nonprofit Forum 1991-10-28 board book table of contents. Records are compiled in the Our State of Generosity collection by the Johnson Center, along with the files of the Michigan Nonprofit Association (MNA), the Michigan Community Service Commission (MSCS) and the Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy. Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Nonprofit Association Michigan Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Language A language of the resource eng Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 49492 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1991-10-28 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/97355eaf6b555dfdf5485e1beb0fd62e.pdf 23f87cbaa35eefb11ba9e25391da7036 PDF Text Text MICIDGAN NONPROFIT FORUM 34 KELLOGG CENTER EAST LANSING, l\1ICIDGAN 48824-1022 Phone: 517/353-5038 Fax: 517/336-1327 A1r tJiliJJnct to promott giving, 'olunJttring Dnd D strong, t/ftctivt nonprofit stctor in Michigan. October 28, 1991 Recommendations of the Nominatine Committee (Endorsed by the Executive Committee at its meeting on October 8, 1991) 1. Candidate to replace Helen Milliken: Mrs. Helen Milliken found it necessary to resign from the Board of Trustees for health reasons. After carefully reviewing potential candidates, the committee recommends that Elizabeth Upjohn be named an At-Large Member and Trustee of the Michigan Nonprofit Forum. 2. Slate of Officers for 1991-92: In order to insure continuity and stability during MNF 's crucial start-up years, the committee recommends that the current officers remain in office for a second term. Chairman: Russell G. Mawby Vice-Chair: Helen C. Philpott Edward 0. Blews, Jr. Secretary: Treasurer: Robert E. Ivory 3. Identification of Future MNF Officers and Committee Chairs: The committee recommends that future MNF officers and committee chairs be identified early, so they may become familiar with the responsibilities associated with these positions. � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Our State of Generosity Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Valley State University. Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Description An account of the resource Collection contains the records of four Michigan nonprofit organizations: Council of Michigan Foundations, Michigan Nonprofit Association, Michigan Community Service Commission, and the Johnson Center for Philanthropy at GVSU. The documents are compiled by the Johnson Center for Philanthropy, and records document the history of the organizations from the 1960s to the 2010s. Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1968-2014 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Council of Michigan Foundations Michigan Nonprofit Association Michigan Community Service Commission Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 49401 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Council of Michigan Foundations; Michigan Nonprofit Association; Michigan Community Service Commission Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04 Language A language of the resource eng Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04_MNA_MNF_Board-Book_1991-10-28_Report-on-Nominating-Committee Title A name given to the resource Michigan Nonprofit Forum 1991-10-28 board book nominating committee report Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Michigan Nonprofit Forum. Board of Trustees Description An account of the resource Michigan Nonprofit Forum 1991-10-28 board book nominating committee report. Records are compiled in the Our State of Generosity collection by the Johnson Center, along with the files of the Michigan Nonprofit Association (MNA), the Michigan Community Service Commission (MSCS) and the Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy. Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Nonprofit Association Michigan Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Language A language of the resource eng Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 49491 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1991-10-28 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/4b2a94fee07290d05872e02ede371582.pdf c3f290fc1bd3b8235969d56ab8775440 PDF Text Text MICIDGAN NONPROFIT FORUM 34 KELLOGG CENTER EAST LANSING, MICIDGAN 48824-1022 Phone: 5171353-5038 Fax: 517/336-1327 An alJillnct to promote giving, voluntttring and a strong, effectiPt nonprojil sector in Michigan . MINUTES of the Public Policy and Program Committees JOINf PLANNING MEEfiNG October 18, 1991 - 9:30 to 1:00 p.m. Kellogg Center, Room 107, East Lansing, Michigan TRUSTEES PRESENT: GUESTS PRESENT: STAFF PRESENT: Edward 0. Blews, Jr., Co-chair Helen C. Philpott, Co-chair Robert E. Ivory Gerard Keidel Linda Patterson Anne Rosewame Herbert Yamanishi Darin Day Terry Langston Donna M. Clarke Maryellen J. Lewis 1. Welcome and Call to Order: With Co-chairs E. Blews and H. Philpott present, the meeting was called to order at 10:00 a.m. Those present introduced themselves. 2. Review of the Minutes. The committee reviewed the minutes of the July 26, 1991 joint meeting of the public policy and program committees. Following a motion duly seconded, the minutes were unanimously approved. 3. Report of the Executive Director: M. Lewis reported on the progress of MNF during its first year. In this overview, she emphasized the present opportunity for Trustees to revisit MNF's mission and the commitments established by the board, and to use the Year 1 experience to set priorities for Year 2. It is now possible and necessary to clarify a solid identity for the Forum, for the future. Her report was organized on the basis of these commitments made by the Trustees in the original proposal to the W .K. Kellogg Foundation: A. That MNF would promote dialogue on cross-sector issues; B. That MNF would share information on the sector, to promote greater public understanding and commitment; �C. That MNF would clarify public policy issues related to the sector as a whole; D. That MNF would work to increase the capacity of the sector; and E. That MNF would create an operating organization to accomplish these goals. A synopsis of the report of the executive director is attached. As a matter of record, the Co-chairs and the committee thanked M. Lewis for her excellent report and her fine leadership on behalf of MNF during its crucial startup year. The committee also asked M. Lewis to send a synopsis to the committee chairpersons, who will send it to members who were unable to attend today's meeting. E. Blews also discussed MNF' s position in opposition to standards governing nonprofits which have been proposed by the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) as further evidence of MNF's impact. The proposed standards would erode financial support for nonprofits, create administrative and valuation burdens and in general distort the financial picture of nonprofits. In light of the information F ASB has received, such as MNF's opposition statement, it is re-evaluating the standards. 4. Discussion of a Framework of Guidin~ Principles for MNF's Work: Chairman Blews proposed that, in order for MNF to establish priorities for the upcoming year, a set of guiding principles would provide a useful framework. Preliminary discussions between the co-chairs and the executive director produced a discussion draft of principles, which committee members had received in advance of the meeting. After lengthy discussion the committee unanimously approved seven Guiding Principles. Further, the committee recommends to the board the adoption of these Principles, from which MNF public policy and program goals will flow. The Principles, listed in priority order, are as follows: A. The future of Michigan's quality of life depends on the commitment of its citizens and future citizens to the values of the nonprofit sector. Therefore it is in the best interest of the sector and the state to actively encourage voluntary giving and service. B. The service of the nonprofit sector to the public depends on an interactive partnership between service providers, funders, policy makers and the public. The Michigan nonprofit community should promote constructive dialogue among all these parties. C. In order to assist in re-educating the public and public leaders with concrete evidence of the PUBLIC BENEFIT of the nonprofit sector, the Michigan nonprofit community should encourage and undertake studies of its many unique benefits provided to the community at large. 2 �D. Michigan's nonprofit sector should define and aspire to the highest management standards of ethics, efficiency, and accountability, while preserving its historic and essential independence. E. The Michigan nonprofit community should develop the rationale for tax exemption (rather than waiting for it to emerge from the pattern of decisions by government officials) and then play an active role in encouraging Michigan's leadership -- including elected officials -- to embrace it. F. The Michigan nonprofit community should encourage positive public policies and incentives to promote giving to and the vitality of the nonprofit sector. G. The Michigan nonprofit sector should take an active role in shaping statewide regulations and rulings that define clear, consistent interpretations and applications for purposes of tax exemption. [ADJOURN TO THE CORNICHE ROOM FOR A WORKING LUNCH] 5. Update and Discussion of the First MNF Summit in Jaouacy/February 1992: M. Lewis reviewed the previous work of the joint committees on the summit, which will focus on the changing partnership between the nonprofit sector, government and the private sector. Keynote Speaker. The committee discussed the importance of a keynote speaker who is able to articulate the ongoing, multi-dimensional relationship which exists between the nonprofit, private and public sectors. M. Lewis reported that R. Mawby had offered to approach John Gardner, founder of Common Cause and founding president of Independent Sector. The joint committees agreed unanimously that Mr. Gardner would be ideal, and asked M. Lewis to enlist R. Mawby's help in securing him as the speaker at MNF's first summit. In the event that Mr. Gardner is not available, the committee agreed that Elizabeth Dole of the American Red Cross would be an exceptional speaker. Roundtable Participants. As originally conceived, the roundtable will include 15-18 participants with a moderator and speaker(s). Another 30-40 selected persons will form an outer circle as audience, participating in a formal question-and-answer period after the roundtable discussion. The committee noted that this summit is the first in a series, designed to educate audiences across the state, and also to enlighten the invited participants over the long term. The roundtable participants will be selected to include senior level individuals who are in a position to influence policy, organizational actions and conceptual visions. Participants will be carefully chosen to promote lively and informed, as well as balanced, discussion. These preliminary names were suggested: Mariam Noland, Executive Director, Community Foundation of Southeastern Michigan; Joseph Bianco, President of the Detroit Institute of Art; Douglas Roberts, State Treasurer; 3 �Father Cunningham of Detroit; and several MNF Trustees. Committee members reemphasized that the focus of the summit will be on structural changes and their implications, and that the discussion will be grounded in specifics, not purely abstract. The aim will be to achieve a new understanding of and renewed commitment to the nonprofit sector and its mission of voluntary provision of public goods. Moderator. In choosing a moderator for the roundtable discussion, the committee noted the importance of selecting an individual who is committed to achieving a common understanding of the value of the nonprofit sector as it serves public needs. This is absolutely necessary in order to keep the panelists and the agenda on track. The moderator must be a thought-provoking individual who will encourage the panelists to engage in an enlightening and challenging debate. Cochairperson H. Philpott suggested and the committee agreed that Edward 0. Blews, Jr., President of the Association of Independent Colleges and Universities of Michigan would be an ideal moderator. E. Blews, being present, tentatively agreed to moderate the panel discussion, pending program development. Subcommittee to Follow Up. Given the time constraints, the chairs agreed to appoint a sub-committee to continue working on the details of the summit. This subcommittee is made up of E. Blews, H. Philpott, K. Gruber, D. Johnson (represented by L. Patterson), S. Johns-Boehme, M. Lewis and H. Yamanishi. 6. Adjournment. The meeting adjourned at 1:25 p.m. 4 �MICIDGAN NONPROFIT FORUM 34 KELLOGG CENTER EAST LANSING, MICIDGAN 48824-1022 Phone: 517/353-5038 Fax: 517/336-1327 All Dlliance to promote ri•lng, •oluntttring and a strong, effectille nonprojiJ sector In Michigan. MINUTES of the Public Policy and Pro~ram Committees JOINT PLANNING MEETING July 26, 1991 -- 9:30 to 1:00 MASB, 421 W. Kalamazoo, Lansing, Michigan MEI\1BERS PRESENT: Edward Blews, Co-chair Steven Johns-Boehme Beverly A. McDonald Beverley L. McDonald, Co-chair Linda Patterson Maryann Pierce Sherrie Ross George Romney Herbert Yamanishi STAFF PRESENT: Donna Clarke Maryellen J. Lewis 1. Call to Order: Co-chair Beverley L. McDonald called the meeting to order at 9:45 a.m. Those present introduced themselves. 2. Identification of Topic for Fall Summit: M. Lewis reviewed previously suggested topics such as "What is the Nonprofit Sector?" and "How does the Government/Nonprofit Partnership serve the Public Good?" The members discussed possible topics in light of the intended audience and the goal of the summit. After lengthy discussion, the committee decided that the topic should aim to achieve a common understanding of the value of the nonprofit sector, particularly as it serves public needs and quality of life issues that are unattainable by the private sector or government. The topic should be focussed and compelling not vague and abstract -but it should illuminate the common characteristics of nonprofits, as well as the mutuality of interest and concern which exists among them and their various publics. 3. Discussion of Format and Lo~istics for the Fall Summit: The committees agreed that the audience for the summit should be composed of representatives from the nonprofit sector, the government, and the private sector. Participation will be by invitation only and will be limited to fifty individuals. �The seminar will open with a one-hour scholarly presentation on the definition of the nonprofit sector. This presentation will include a legal history of nonprofits, as well as a current overview of the nonprofit sector in Michigan. This presentation will be followed by a one-hour discussion on the unique value of nonprofits in today's society. This discussion will include individuals from the nonprofit sector who represent broad and diverse nonprofit interests. The third and fmal session of the seminar will focus on a moderated roundtable discussion which involves individuals from both the nonprofit and public sectors, as well as the private sector. This session will address a specific issue, such as education or health, which involves and affects all three sectors. The panelists will number from 15-20, with an audience of 30-35. The moderator should be a thought-provoking individual who is well-versed in the issue at hand. All three session will be videotaped, so that they may be made available to a larger public. Given the extensive planning that must go into an event of this nature, the committee decided to look at late fall of 1991 or early 1992 for possible seminar dates. E. Blews, B. McDonald, and M. Lewis will work together to fine-tune the invitation list, the date and site, and a follow-up strategy. 4. Adjournment. The meeting adjourned at 1:00 p.m. � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Our State of Generosity Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Valley State University. Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Description An account of the resource Collection contains the records of four Michigan nonprofit organizations: Council of Michigan Foundations, Michigan Nonprofit Association, Michigan Community Service Commission, and the Johnson Center for Philanthropy at GVSU. The documents are compiled by the Johnson Center for Philanthropy, and records document the history of the organizations from the 1960s to the 2010s. Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1968-2014 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Council of Michigan Foundations Michigan Nonprofit Association Michigan Community Service Commission Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 49401 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Council of Michigan Foundations; Michigan Nonprofit Association; Michigan Community Service Commission Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04 Language A language of the resource eng Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. 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Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Nonprofit Association Michigan Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Language A language of the resource eng Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 49490 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1991-10-28 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/55517caca47efd5d682d4451c2fc845c.pdf f14ffb3a8178aef6d927004253363ad6 PDF Text Text MICIDGAN NONPROFIT FORUM 34 KELLOGG CENTER EAST LANSING, :MICIDGAN 48824-1022 Phone: 517/353-5038 Fax: 517/336-1327 An allilutct to promote giving, volunlttring and a strong, t//tctivt MnprojiJ sector in Michigan. Priority Goals for 1991-92 and the Future WORKSHEET to COMPLETE & BRING TO THE ANNUAL MEETING. October 28. 1991 [organized according to the Guiding Principles proposed jointly by the Program and Public Policy Committees] RANK Please rank by indicating a number 1-13, with "1" as highest priority GUIDING PRINCIPLE #1: The future of Michigan's quality of life depends on the commitment of its citizens and future citizens to the values of the nonprofit sector. Therefore it is in the best interest of the sector and the state to actively encourage voluntary giving and service. 1. MNF should continue to provide leadership and support for the year-long Michigan Campaign, kicking off at the Grantmakers/Grantseekers Seminar IV on April24, 1991. 2. MNF should lay groundwork for a statewide "Give 5" campaign, sequenced to begin Spring 1993 (kick-off at the Grantmakers/Grantseekers Seminar V). 3. MNF should actively support and encourage educational programs that promote voluntary giving and service, and should continue to explore an appropriate role in this growing field. OTHER: GUIDING PRINCIPLE #2: The service of the nonprofit sector to the public depends on an interactive partnership between service providers, funders, policy makers and the public. The Michigan nonprofit community should promote constructive dialogue among all these parties. 4. MNF should begin a series of formal MNF-sponsored Summits on critical issues (one or two per year), beginning with the Summit planned for February 1992. 5. These Summits should be taped and disseminated through structured regional/local discussion groups, to stimulate the widest possible dialogue, understanding and constructive action. 6. MNF should continue to sponsor the Grantmakers/Grantseekers to promote the strongest and most effective partnership among funders and providers. OTHER: �GUIDING PRINCIPLE #3: In order to assist in re-educating the public and public leaders with concrete evidence of the PUBLIC BENEF1T of the nonprofit sector, the Michigan nonprofit community should encourage and undertake studies of its many unique benefits provided to the community at large. 7. MNF should collect existing research on Michigan Is nonprofit sector and disseminate it in usable form to nonprofit professionals and the public. 8. MNF should continue to cooperate with others to stimulate additional research on Michigan 1 s nonprofit sector, so that dependable information is available for planning (for example, by continuing the Scholars Roundtables). 9. MNF should continue to explore ways to become a resource to scholars seeking to access nonprofit organizations for research purposes; similarly, MNF should become an effective mechanism for the practicing nonprofit sector to communicate its research questions to researchers, in order to reduce the gap between research and practice. OTHER: GUIDING PRINCIPLE #4: Michigan's nonprofit sector should defme and aspire to the highest management standards of ethics, efficiency, and accountability, while preserving its historic and essential independence. 10. MNF should implement its interactive Computer Bulletin Board, as a tool for better communication across the sector. 11. MNF should produce a composite calendar of training opportunities, for dissemination in printed form and/or on the Computer Bulletin Board. 12. MNF should develop a working network among providers of technical assistance and training, for joint planning and more comprehensive services to all regions. OTHER: GUIDING PRINCIPLE #5: The Michigan nonprofit community should develop the rationale for tax exemption (rather than waiting for it to emerge from the pattern of decisions by government officials) and then play an active role in encouraging Michigan's leadership -- including elected officials - to embrace it. 13. MNF should develop a Michigan White Paper on the Nonprofit Sector, and use it to develop a strategy to educate all stakeholders in the state. OTHER: �GUIDING PRINCIPLE #6: The Michigan nonprofit community should encourage positive public policies and incentives to promote giving to and the vitality of the nonprofit sector. 14. MNF should strengthen its capacity to respond as an alliance and be proactive on public policy issues that affect the sector as a whole. OTHER: GUIDING PRINCIPLE #7: The Michigan nonprofit sector should take an active role in shaping statewide regulations and rulings that defme clear, consistent interpretations and applications for purposes of tax exemption. 14. [same] OTHER: � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Our State of Generosity Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Valley State University. Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Description An account of the resource Collection contains the records of four Michigan nonprofit organizations: Council of Michigan Foundations, Michigan Nonprofit Association, Michigan Community Service Commission, and the Johnson Center for Philanthropy at GVSU. The documents are compiled by the Johnson Center for Philanthropy, and records document the history of the organizations from the 1960s to the 2010s. Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1968-2014 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Council of Michigan Foundations Michigan Nonprofit Association Michigan Community Service Commission Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 49401 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Council of Michigan Foundations; Michigan Nonprofit Association; Michigan Community Service Commission Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04 Language A language of the resource eng Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04_MNA_MNF_Board-Book_1991-10-28_Priority-Goals-1991-1992 Title A name given to the resource Michigan Nonprofit Forum 1991-10-28 board book priority and goals 1991-1992 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Michigan Nonprofit Forum. Board of Trustees Description An account of the resource Michigan Nonprofit Forum 1991-10-28 board book priority and goals 1991-1992. Records are compiled in the Our State of Generosity collection by the Johnson Center, along with the files of the Michigan Nonprofit Association (MNA), the Michigan Community Service Commission (MSCS) and the Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy. Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Nonprofit Association Michigan Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Language A language of the resource eng Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 49489 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1991-10-28 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/eb1a350d88c1e5ea55a9afbe3e4db431.pdf 78491280bc8b5c221a50f9ed113effb9 PDF Text Text MICHIGAN NONPROFIT FORUM 34 KELWGG CENTER EAST LANSING, MICIDGAN 48824-1022 Phone: 517/353-5038 Fax: 517/353-1872 Minutes of the MNF Board of Trustees Meeting May 9, 1991 -- 10:00 to 3:00 (Hyatt Regency, Stutz Bearcat Suite -- Dearborn MI) Trustees Present: N. Charles Anderson Edward 0. Blews, Jr. Joyce A. Brown Charles W. Butler Gale Colwell David Gad-Harf Barbara K. Goldman R. Kenneth Gruber Robert E. Ivory Steven L. Johns-Boehme Justin P. King John s. Lore John E. Marshall Russell G. Mawby Beverley L. McDonald Beverly A. McDonald Richard W. McDowell Helen c. Philpott George w. Romney Melvin L. Vulgamore Herbert Yamanishi Barbara Young Leonard M. Young Guests Present: Donna M. Clarke Rev. J. Michael Currenton David o. Egner Rev. Parree Porter Rev. Odell Jones Constance P. Julius Lawrence Wells 1. Call to Order. With the President and the Secretary present, the meeting was called to order at 10:20 a.m. Those present introduced themselves. 2. Minutes. The minutes of the October 16, 1990 meeting were approved as printed and distributed. 2.1. Upcoming Meeting. The next meeting of the MNF Board will be determined by the Executive Committee after circulating a list of possible dates. 3. Reoort of the Finance Committee: Committee Chairman R. Ivory reviewed the interim financial report through April 30, 1991. He indicated that both a 12-month and a 13-month budget were included, reflecting a requested change in the �Kellogg grant year to July-to-June, to match the Forum's fiscal year. J. King moved the adoption of the financial report for eleven months. After discussion, the motion carried unanimously. 3.1. Proposed Budget Chancres. The Finance Committee, with the endorsement of the Executive Committee, recommended adjustments in the budget for the second year of the Kellogg Grant to create a third staff position and to transfer $11,500 from 1990-91 administrative surpluses to expand the MNF's office technology. On behalf of the Finance Committee, R. Ivory moved the adoption of these recommendations. After discussion, the motion was adopted unanimously. 3.2. Office Facilities. M. Lewis reported on the move to the Kellogg Center in East Lansing. She indicated that this space will be available until September 1, 1991. After that time, MNF must move to rental space in Lansing. Charles Anderson raised a question about whether the intention was to maintain the Forum offices in Lansing. It was the consensus of the Board that the offices sho.uld remain in the Lansing area. 4. Report of the Audit Committee: M. Lewis gave a preliminary report of the audit committee, at the request of Chairman G. Stevenson who was unable to attend. She indicated that the Chairman was seeking a pro bono audit if possible. Further, she reported that MNF's first seven months were already audited as part of the United Way of Michigan's 1990 calendar-year audit. 5. Report of the Membership/Nominating Committee: B. Goldman reported the recommendations of the committee to amend the bylaws in Article I & III (SEE ATTACHED). She reviewed the current membership structure of MNF and indicated the committee's recommendation that a new category of members entitled "Network Members" be established, including five positions elected from among smaller network s of nonprofits not now represented on the Board. Each o f these new Members would appoint one representative (either the executive or a trustee) to serve as MNF Trustee . RATIONALE: These new Members would build turnover into the Board, which is now made up entirely of permanent Organizati onal Members (although the Trustees representing those permanent members may change). The new members would also allow the Board to expand gradually, as new permanent Organizational Members are identified through e x perience. In addition, the committee recommended changing the name of the current bylaws category of nonvoting Associa te 2 �Members to "Network Associates," so that the term "Member" in the bylaws is reserved to the Board. The five Network Members would be elected from among the "Network Associates" who join MNF as subscribers/supporters (as indicated below in the recommended dues/contributions structure) . After considerable discussion, J. Marshall moved that the proposed amendment be adopted. The motion carried unanimously. 5.1. "Other" Members. There was discussion regarding the bylaws category of "Other Members" (Article I, Section 7). M. Lewis indicated that this is not an active category, but is rather a "bookmark" in the bylaws to enable the Board to create new membership categories in the future. The Board asked the Membership Committee to give consideration to further clarifying this category. 6. Proposed Dues/Contributions Structure: Treasurer R. Ivory reviewed the joint recommendations of the Finance and Membership Committees regarding a Dues/Contributions Structure. E. Blews suggested, and others agreed, that members of Organizational Members be recruited only in consultation and collaboration with the Organizational Member. E. Blews moved the adoption of the Proposed Dues & Contributions Schedule (SEE ATTACHED) in principle and authorized the Executive Committee, in consultation with the Finance Committee, to make necessary adjustments. The motion carried unanimously. B. Goldman indicated that the Membership Committee planned to initiate a membership campaign, to begin probably in the fall. RECESS: The meeting recessed for lunch at 11:50 a.m. and reconvened at 12:55 p.m. 7. Report of the Program Committee: H. Philpott, Chair, presented the report of the committee including its recommendations: a. Fall Summit: that MNF conduct a fall summit on the key role of the nonprofit sector in Michigan communities, and its evolving relation to government and the private sector, and that the Summit will be an invitational dialogue among civic leaders, focussed by a seminal paper presented by a respected national spokesperson. b. Video: that MNF sponsor a roundtable in the spring, videotaped for wide distribution, on 3 �similar issues as (a), but with a broader educational purpose. c. Youth Community Service: that MNF continue to assist with the development of a state-wide initiative for youth community service programs, targeted for support from the National and Community Service Act. d. "Give Five" Campaign: that, consistent with the Trustees' recommendation at the 10/16/90 board meeting, MNF should initiate a state-wide "Give Five" campaign, to achieve a new personal standard in Michigan of contributing 5% of income and volunteering 5 hours a week; and that this should be accomplished by identifying one or more "lead agencies" -- such as the United Way of Michigan and/or the Council of Michigan Foundations -- to work collaboratively with MNF and its other member organizations. e. "Funding Fundraising": that this represents a critical need for Michigan's nonprofit sector; but, since it may be too large for MNF at this time, that staff should continue to explore the possibilities of a "lead agency" for this important project. G. Romney recommended that a fall summit -- possibly in conjunction with the fall board meeting -- focus on the critical importance of voluntarism in Michigan communities. H. Yamanishi moved to endorse the recommendations of the Program Committee. The motion carried unanimously. 8. Report of the Coordinating Committee on Voluntarism: G. Romney reviewed the work of the Committee and focused on the role of voluntarism in promoting the solution of many of today•s social problems. M. Lewis distributed a chart that described specifics of the voluntarism plan (SEE ATTACHED). 9. Report of the Public Policy Committee: E. Blews reviewed the work of the committee. Following discussion the committee presented four recommendations (SEE ATTACHED) relating to the following topics: 1) 2) 3) 4) Development of a Michigan Nonprofit Forum "White Paper"; Financial Accounting Standards Board Nonprofit Accounting Proposals; Federal Tax Deductibility of Charitable Contributions; and Bulk Rate Increase for Nonprofit Organizations. 4 �On motion by E. Blews, these four recommendations were each individually adopted by a unanimous vote. 10. Staff Uodate: M. Lewis gave a brief report of the activities of the staff since the last Board meeting including an update of pending and future activities for the Forum. 11. Announcements: Various announcements were made regarding the GrantmakersjGrantseekers Conference. Projected dates for this conference and the preceding MNF Board Meeting for upcoming years are: 1992 - April 23 & 24 1993 - May 13 & 14 1994 - April 21 & 22 12. Adjournment: The meeting adjourned at 3:05 p.m. Respectfully Submitted, Edward 0. Blews, Jr. Secretary 5 �MICHIGAN NONPROFIT FORUM 34 KELWGG CENTER EAST LANSING, MICIDGAN 48824-1022 Phone: 517/353-5038 Fax: 517/353-1872 Membership Committee Proposed Bylaws Amendment Article 1: (2) Membership [and Tennsl. The Membership or Members shall consist of not less than ten nor more than twenty ORGANIZATIONAL MEMBERS-- together representing a broad and diverse cross-section of Michigan s nonprofit sector -- and not more than five ATLARGE MEMBERS. [In addition, the Membership shall include no more than five NETWORK MEMBERS elected from among the nonvoting Network Associates described below in Section 6.] 1 New Members shall be nominated and duly elected by an affirmative vote of two-thirds of the current Members present at a duly called and constituted meeting. [Organizational] Members shall serve until the qualification and appointment of their successors, or until their resignation or removal from Membership. [At-Large Members shall serve tenns of two years and may succeed themselves. Network Members elected from Network Associates shall serve two-year tenns and may not succeed themselves more than once.] ORGANIZATIONAL MEMBERS shall be (a) Michigan-based associations which represent statewide segments of the nonprofit sector, or (b) other broad-based Michigan organizations. Such organizations chosen to be Organizational Members must each have as a central concern or must have a substantial impact on the advancement of philanthropy, voluntarism and the nonprofit sector, and must support the purposes of this Forum. Current Members shall nominate and duly elect new Organizational Members with due care to achieve breadth, depth and balance in the Forum Is deliberations. As much as reasonably possible, Members shall be non-duplicative in their fields and membership bases. Each Organizational Member shall designate two voting representatives who shall be known as TRUSTEES [/, each carrying one vote and who shall serve until the qualification and appointment of their successors, or until their resignation or removal from office/]. �Each Organizational Member shall determine and designate its own representatives/Trustees, which shall consist of either (a) the Chief [/Operational/] [Professional] Officer and a Board Representative, or (b) two Board Representatives, in cases where the organization has no Chief [/Operational/] [Professional] Officer. Guidelines for selection of the Board Representatives may be determined by the Trustees. AT-LARGE MEMBERS shall be individuals of widely recognized statewide prominence who contribute significantly to the advancement of Michigan's nonprofit sector. At-Large Members shall also be known as Trustees and shall each carry one vote. [NETWORK MEMBERS shall be elected from among nonvoting Network Associates (described below) to provide balance, scope and flexibility or otherwise to strengthen the Board and the Forum. To be elected, a Network Associate must have as a central concern, or have an important impact on the advancement of philanthropy, voluntarism and the nonprofit sector, and must support the purposes of this Forum. Once elected each NETWORK MEMBER shall designate a Representative to serve as a Forum Trustee, who shall be either the chief professional officer or a board representative.] Together, the At-Large Members[,] [land/] the designated representatives of the Organizational Members[, and the designated representatives of NETWORK MEMBERS] shall make up the Board of Trustees, which shall develop policy for and oversee the management of the business and property of the Forum. [All Trustees shall have equal rights and privileges.] (6) [/Associate Members/] [Network Associates]. The nonvoting designation [/ASSOCIATE MEMBERS/] ["Network Associates"] shall be open to organizations which represent networks of nonprofit members or statewide organizations with demonstrated interest in or impact on the nonprofit sector. The terms, obligations and privileges of [/ASSOCIATE MEMBERSHIP/] [Network Associates] shall be determined by the Board of Trustees. (7) Other Members. Other categories of membership may be created by the Board of Trustees, at its discretion, which shall determine the terms, obligations and privileges of such membership. -2- �ARTICLE ill: Board of Trustees (1) Desi~nation of Trustees. All properly designated representatives of duly elected Organizational Members[,] [/and/] all duly elected At-Large Members[, and properly designated representatives of duly elected NETWORK MEMBERS] (as defined in Article 1, Section 2 above) shall be Trustees. (2) Terms of Office. [/ALL/] Trustees [REPRESENTING ORGANIZATIONAL MEMBERS] shall serve until the qualification and appointment of their successors, or until their resignation or removal from office. [AT-LARGE MEMBERS shall serve terms of two years and may succeed themselves. NETWORK MEMBERS shall serve two-year terms and may not succeed themselves more than once.] All vacancies in the Board may be filled by the Chair until the next regular meeting of the Trustees. (6) Quorum. A quorum at any duly called meeting of the Trustees shall consist of not less than a simple majority of the Trustees -- including not less than one representative from each of two-thirds of the ORGANIZATIONAL MEMBERS [and elected NETWORK MEMBERS] and at least one AT-LARGE MEMBER. Any proper action of those present at a duly called and constituted meeting shall be the action of the Board and the Membership. -3- �MICHIGAN NONPROFIT FORUM 34 KELWGG CENTER EAST LANSING, MICIDGAN 48824-1022 Phone: 517/353-5038 Fax: 5171353-1872 Dues & Contributions Schedule Memberships ORGANIZATIONAL MEMBER DUES budgets $500,000 plus 250,000 to 500,000 100,000 to 250,000 under 100,000 $1000 750 500 250 ASSOCIATES/"NETWORK ASSOCIATES" i.e., smaller associations or organizations that represent networks, such as the Michigan Community Arts Agency Asn, and Midland Voluntary Action Center, or the Flint Council for the Arts. These organizations will be the operating network reaching into Michigan communities, to make the Forum's work possible! Many in this pool are already under the umbrella of an MNF Organizational Member but may choose to become a more direct partner in the Forum's work. They will then be eligible for election onto the Board (5 new Trustee positions), if the proposed Bylaws amendment is adopted. budgets over 500,000 250,000 to 500,000 100,000 to 250,000 under 100,000 500 250 125 100 AGENCY/INDIVIDUAL SUPPORTERS 50 SUBSCRIBERS (newsletter) 20 Donors/Patrons CORPORATE HONORARY SUSTAINING SPONSORING 2000 500 250 100 �PROMOTING WORKPLACE VOLUNTEER ISM - PROMOTION THRUTRADEI PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS "'·~ " PROMOTING COLLEGE VOLUNTEER ISM ............ STATEWIDE _ - - "GIVE5" CAMPAIGN I ---- ••teJ•4 LA"l> ~uqfS: C.~><iJ of" !I'll ;".JIIf I tJA;~.; ~A~f ..~ I fl'ti: .........._ STATEWIDE MEDIA PROMOTION CAMPAIGN -- STATEWIDE VOLUNTEER RECOGNITION CAMPAIGN cro tAit..M..I•,dl:.l &.fIt 0 6 A1Cf : s~t. ~ ..'o~r ·---·--· ---·--IIII ·f'C.... -..(~ .__. . ·- - ·- ·- ·--t [ fl\ cSTATEWIDESTRATEGY \-.e.l\4!.. &-elY S u'oC...... r.J I (9.o; , .._,,·--.......,, PROMOTING K-12 · VOLUNTEERISM COORDINATING COMMITIEE ON VOLUNTARISM for the Michigan Volunteer Coalldon Staff Agency:Michlgan Nonprofit Forum •newsletters •regional roundtables •state summits •public policy (e.g., liability) I I I I I I REGIONAL STRATEGY [:r<ln.~ st._..d.!rc.l, S.utoC..OI'I· <:roi r] I I / •leadership •promotion •venture capital I - ASSIST NEW VOLUNTEER CENTERS •leadership •promotion •seed money STIMULATE NEW VOLUNTEER CENTERS - I I I ~.:~~ /tG&I<(: I I I I V,J."t ~rr­ C..C.f\ien of t"'\,~~Q, �PROMOTING WORKPLACE VOLUNTEER ISM - ·---...._ PROMOTION THRUTRADE/ PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS STATEWIDE _ _ -"GIVES" CAMPAIGN ---- -.,~·4 LJil\}) I c.."';I • Pr6Euc.tes: .f MI. ;-.,JIIf I l),.;\-.; Way I'-=:::::: •"........ STATEWIDE MEDIA PROMOTION ofi: mr -- STATEWIDE VOLUNTEER RECOGNITION CAMPAIGN . I ~.. ~ .· ·- --··-- - ·- ·- ·--t [ fY\ c\-.~\\11. STATEWIDESTRATEGY ~~ 5 \,Coli\ . r_] eA" I U ,.__,__ c:J).a; PROMOTING K-12 VOLUNTEERISM ,, COORDINATING COMMmEE ON VOLUNTARISM for the Michigan Volunteer CoaiiUon Staff Agency:Michlgan Nonprofit Forum •newsletters •regional roundtables •state summits •public policy (e.g., liability) I I I I I I REGIONAL STRATEGY [:J'""•t fl,jq-..:hirJ I ~ub(.otl\. croi I r] / I ASSIST EXISTING VOLUNTEER CENTERS •leadership •promotion •venture capital - ASSIST NEW VOLUNTEER CENTERS •leadership •promotion •seed money STIMULATE NEW VOLUNTEER CENTERS - I I I I I I I I UA~ /t6SJ.t;f: V.l.llt~rr ~~~+en of' M•ch~Q, �RECOMMENDED PROCESS FOR DEVELOPMENT OF MICHIGAN NONPROFIT "WHITE PAPER" (MICHIGAN NONPROFIT FORUM) Background At its April 4 meeting, the Michigan Nonprofit Forum Public Policy Committee agenda to form a task force to develop a succinct but forceful "White Paper" on the Michigan Nonprofit Sector in terms of its identity, service and recognition in Michigan tradition and law. It was agreed that such a document should build upon and flow from rather than reinvent efforts to develop such a program at the National level and then integrate unique Michigan perspectives for use within this state. A task force consisting of Edward Blews, Chair, Joyce Brown, Sister Monica Kostielney, Maryellen Lewis, Linda Patterson and Herbert Yamanishi was formed. The national organization, "Independent Sector" is developing such a national statement, "The Work of the Volunteer Sector" through a steering group organized into eight subsector groups: arts, civil and human rights, education, environment, health, public official, religion and social welfare. The Michigan Nonprofit Forum's Executive Director Maryellen Lewis and Public Policy Committee Chair Edward Blews have discussed this process and the opportunity for Michigan inputs with Independent Sector Vice President Robert Smucker. In view of the Independent Sector process, it makes much sense to coordinate the Michigan White Paper time frame with the Independent Sector process. RECOMMENDATION FOR MICHIGAN NONPROFIT FORUM PROCESS THAT THE MICHIGAN NONPROFIT FORUM PUBLIC POLICY COMMITTEE, THROUGH ITS TASK FORCE APPOINTED FOR THIS PURPOSE, ENDORSE THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE WHITE PAPER STATEMENT IN THE MICHIGAN NONPROFIT SECTOR THROUGH A PROCESS PARALLELING AND UTILIZING THE WORK BEING DONE ON A SIMILAR NATIONAL STATEMENT BY THE INDEPENDENT SECTOR. EOB :jej:16.59 �MICIDGAN34NONPROFIT FORUM KELLOGG CENTER EAST LANSING, MICHIGAN 48824-1022 Phone: 5171353-5038 Fax: 5171353-1871 RECOMMENDED POSITION ON FIHANCIAL ACCOUNTING STANDARDS BOARP NONPROFIT ACCOUNtiNG PROPOSALS Backaround The Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB), which sets recognized standards for financial accounting and auditing, has proposed three very significant changes in nonprofit corporation accounting. The proposals threaten to erode financial support for nonprofit organizations, create onerous administrative and valuation burdens and distort the financial picture of nonprofit corporations. These proposed FASB standard changes would: 1.) Require nonprofit organizations to count pledges as actual revenues (rather than the general practice by nonprofits currently -of recording pledges at the time the cash payment is received); 2.) Require nonprofits to record as revenue the value of all contributions of works of art or other items of historical significance and to appraise virtually all such items in order to do so; and 3.) Require the value of services contributed to . nonprofit organizations to be recorded as current revenues. Responses to and comments on these proposed changes are being sought by the Financial Accounting Standards Board before it renders a final decision. RECOMMENDED MICHIGAN NONPROFIT FORUM POSITION THAT THE PUBLIC POLICY COMMITTEE RECOMMEND THAT THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE MICHIGAN NONPROFIT FORUM ADOPT A FORMAL POSITION EMPHATICALLY OPPOSING THE PROPOSED FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING STANDARDS BOARD'S CHANGES TO REQUIRE NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS TO RECORD AS CURRENT REVENUES PLEDGES OF CONTRIBUTIONS, CONTRIBUTED WORKS OF ART AND ITEMS OF HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE, AND CONTRIBUTED SERVICES, WHICH WOULD DISTORT THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS OF NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS, CREATE ONEROUS ADMINISTRATIVE AND APPRAISAL BURDENS, IMPOSE MISLEADING AND INACCURATE ASSUMPTIONS, AND POTENTIALLY ERODE FINANCIAL SUPPORT FOR THE NONPROFIT SECTOR; AND FURTHER, THAT THE MICHIGAN NONPROFIT FORUM EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR BE ASKED TO CONVEY THIS POSITION TO THE FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING STANDARDS BOARD. �._ RATIONALE ! EVt : TE r :! R 11 1.) The FASB standard to reqUire accrual recording of pledges as current revenues would force nonprofit organizations to abandon the current practice generally of recording pledges at the time the cash payment is received. The proposed standard fails - ~<:? recognize that lOOt of pledges do not always trans~ate i~~ actual revenues. The line between a firm pledge and a statement of intent is not always clear. Though there have been some court decisions supporting legal enforcement of pledges, it is ridiculous to imply that nonprofits would or could go to court to enforce pledges. To do so would alienate donors and depress the willingness of people to pledge. And to count pledges as revenues distorts the financial statements, showing a higher level of income than is accurate or realistic. 2.) Requiring donated art and historical works to be appraised and recorded as revenues would be an unreasonable and unnecessarily costly imposition. such gifts are rarely assets which could be sold at their appraised value to produce revenues, if the donor desired to do so. And since donors give out of a desire to support a charitable cause rather than on the financial strength or statements of the organization, the request is simply unnecessary. 3.) To record contributed services as revenues would create an administrat;ye nightmare, forcing majo~~~w systems to track such~ices and methods-of valullrlg them. And philosophi~~ly, ) ~~ desecrate~ L pr trivializes the spirit of vol~ut~ri~•~ich is at .~the heart of the nonprofit sect~ t~ ~~~ng it from something which is unique to just an~ thing with a price tag attached to it. · ~.-:.-.,.. �RECOMMENDED POSITION PAPER ON FEDERAL TAX DEDUCTIBILITY OF CHARITABLE CONTRIBUTIONS MICHIGAN NONPROFIT FORUM Background Historically, Congress has provided in the Internal Revenue Code for the full deductibility from income taxes of charitable contributions to recognized nonprofit organizations holding Federal 501 (c) tax-exempt status and organized and operated for religious, charitable, sdentific, educational and certain other purposes. For many years, that full deductibility of charitable contributions has been available to taxpayers filing Schedule A as part of the long-form tax filing. In 1981, the Congress established a new "non-itemizer" charitable contribution deduction of up to $100 for persons who file the short form and do not utilize Schedule A. Regrettably, the non-itemizer deduction was repealed in 1986. Then in 1990, the Congress established a floor or threshhold of 3% of income to be subtracted from Schedule A deductions (including charitable contributions) before recognizing them for tax purposes, for persons filing individual returns with income above $100,000 and for joint filers reporting income above $150,000. This new threshhold provision in the Internal Revenue Code will "sunset" or expire in 1996 unless it is renewed by the Congress. RECOMMENDED MICHIGAN NONPROFIT FORUM POSITION THE PUBLIC POLICY COMMITTEE RECOMMENDS THAT THE MICHIGAN NONPROFIT FORUM ADOPT A POSITION URGING CONGRESS NOT TO RENEW (AND CERTAINLY NOT TO INCREASE) THE 3% FLOOR OR SUB TRACTION FROM SCHEDULE A DEDUCTIONS (INCLUDING CHARITABLE CONTRIBUTIONS) FROM TAXPAYERS WITH HIGHER INCOMES, BECAUSE SUCH A FLOOR IS A PHILOSOPHICAL AND PRACTICAL DISCOURAGEMENT TO CHARITABLE CONTRIBUTIONS WHICH ARE SO CRITICAL TO THE ABILITY OF NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS TO PERFORM SERVICES WHICH ARE SO VITAL TO THE HEALTH, EDUCATION AND WELFARE OF THE NATION, PARTICULARLY THOSE OF MODEST MEANS OR FROM DISADVANTAGED BACKGROUNDS, AND WHICH ENORMOUSLY REDUCE THE DEMANDS AND BURDENS ON GOVERNMENT; AND FURTHER, IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT THE MICHIGAN NONPROFIT FORUM . BOARD OF DIRECTORS ADOPT A POSITION URGING CONGRESS TO RESTORE THE NON-ITEMIZER CHARITABLE CONTRIBUTIONS TO FURTHER FOSTER THE SERVICES CITED ABOVE AND TO ENCOURAGE TAXPAYERS OF MODEST MEANS TO CONTRIBUTE; AND FURTHER, IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR BE AUTHORIZED TO COMMUNICATE THESE POSITIONS AND CONCERNS AS APPROPRIATE. �-2- Rationale Gemerous charitable g1vmg and the eleemosynary spirit and hallmarks of our American society are absolutely essential to the ability of the nonprofit sector to serve so substantially the general welfare, health, education and cultural vitality of our pluralistic nation. Enlightened tax policies which recognize and encourage charitable contributions to qualifying nonprofit organizations are critically important, and have long been recognized in American law. Both the repeal of the non-itemizer deduction (granted by a recent innovation in tax policy) and the imposition of a 3\ floor on Schedule A deductions for higher income taxpayers are distressing erosions in such enlightened tax policy toward the nonprofit sector. The continuation beyond its "sunset" date and any increase in the 3\ threshhold would constitute a very serious and damaging di scouragement and depression in charitable giving. Congress should be reminded of this regularly between now and the sunset date. EOB :bg:40.14 .i u e : :.c s ~ ! .. -- ulc.... . llt :a r ::ou l c :)e s c ; d -. ~nu e s if n ve :n -:: r ~ ·--. �MICIDGAN34NONPROFIT FORUM KELWGG CENTER EAST LANSING, MICIDGAN 48824-1022 Pbone: 5171353-5038 Fax: 517/353-1872 Proposed Position Statement on the ~e sulk Mail Rate Increase for Nonprofit orqanieations :a; - BACKGROUND In the past, nonprofit organizations have paid a lower, or "preferred" rate to mail bulk materials, including programrelated materials and solicitation letters for tax-exempt contributions. In February, that rate increased substantially, and current proposals could increase the rate in October by as much as another 45%. -- RECOMMENDATION: THAT THE BOARD OF THE MICHIGAN NONPROFIT FORUM UNANIMOUSLY ADOPT A POSITION URGING FULL J'UNDING OP THE PREPERRED BULK MAILING RATB FOR NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS. FURTH~R, THAT THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR BE AUTHORIZED TO CONVEY THIS POSITION TO THE MICHI-GAN CONGRESSIONAL DELEGATION AND MEMBERS OF THE CONFERENCE COMMITTEE, AND TO NOTIFY MNF TRUSTEES AND OTHER NONPROFIT LEADERS THROUGHOUT MICHIGAN. Rationale: In order to maintain the rate at post-February levels, Congress must earmark $649 million specifically for this purpose. Unless Congres~ ~ppropriates full funding in the next few weeks, the nation's ngQT_o fit sector will face a significant handicap in the challenging years ahead • . .. £.. i: T I t.. :..# • BotnF the - ijg~~e and Senate budget committees have recommended reduced f~dinqn A in the next week or so, their recommendations will go ~ ~ a c~~erence Committee that has yet to be appointed after w~gh allo~ation decisions will be made by Congress. Tim~h is limited, but the decision has such far-reaching implications that it deserves our deliberate participation. � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Our State of Generosity Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Valley State University. Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Description An account of the resource Collection contains the records of four Michigan nonprofit organizations: Council of Michigan Foundations, Michigan Nonprofit Association, Michigan Community Service Commission, and the Johnson Center for Philanthropy at GVSU. The documents are compiled by the Johnson Center for Philanthropy, and records document the history of the organizations from the 1960s to the 2010s. 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Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Nonprofit Association Michigan Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Language A language of the resource eng Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 49488 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1991-10-28