707 24 26018 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/23e7f672f849564e6826949a9e6aedeb.pdf 109a0101edf6cc11009d3cc316b571a9 PDF Text Text MICHIGAN NONPROFIT FORUM 34 KELLOGG CENTER EAST LANSING, MICHIGAN 48824-1022 Phone: 517/353-5038 Fax: 517/336-1327 AH alliance to promote giving, volunteering and a strong, effective nonprofit sector in Michigan. Index to Tab 10 — Public Policy & Program Committees 1. Public Policy Committee "Principles of Jurisdiction" (adopted at the 10/91 Annual Meeting) 2. Outline of a White Paper Process (adopted at the 10/91 Annual Meeting) 3. Letter & Response Form sent in order to locate Network Organizations willing to join in the White Paper Process (10/92) 4. Revised DRAFT Michigan White Paper on the Nonprofit Sector — Janne Gallagher (10/7/92) 5. BACKGROUND: Revised statement on the nonprofit sector by the National Council of Nonprofit Associations (9/92) 6. BACKGROUND: Independent Sector's White Paper draft -- by Janne Gallagher (8/92) ref:[filename],[path],[bdgtcode] � 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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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_1992-10-12_Public-Policy-Index Title A name given to the resource Michigan Nonprofit Forum 1992-10-12 board book Public Policy Index Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Michigan Nonprofit Forum. Board of Trustees Description An account of the resource Michigan Nonprofit Forum 1992-10-12 board book Public Policy Index. 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, 49628 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 1992-10-12 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/5348c235c9b1057741b115418714b771.pdf acb9c0dca1f0b869547bf22a3bd06efe PDF Text Text PRINCIPLES OF JURISDICTION S 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 dearly reflect the mutual interests and common concern of all segments of the nonprofit sector represented 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 Nonprofit Forum 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 � 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, 49629 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 1992-10-12 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/cb5d88af07bc6b9611d4d2866afec2aa.pdf 9dfd67768e0a5c59444a1225987e6a01 PDF Text Text MICHIGAN NONPROFIT FORUM 34 KELLOGG CENTER EAST LANSING, MICHIGAN 48824-1022 Phone: 517/353-5038 Fax: 517/336-1327 An alliance to promote giving, volunteering and a strong, effective nonprofit sector in Michigan. GOVERNING BOARD Association oflnd*p*nd*nt Collegia and Universities ofMichigan Congress of National Blade Churches /Michigan Affiliate Council ofMichigan Foundations September 29, 1992 MEMORANDUM TO: MNF Committee Members FROM: Maryellen J. Lewis Council ofMichigan Urban Leagues Jewish Community Council SUBJECT: My Resignation from the Forum Michigan Association of School A dimnistrators Michigan Association of School Boards Michigan Catholic Conference Michigan Community Action Agency A ssociation Michigan Community Colltgt Association By now you may know that I have resigned from the Michigan Nonprofit Forum, effective October 31 1992. I enclose my letter of resignation and my final report to the MNF trustees, for your information. I greatly value the work we have done together, and I am confident that you and the Forum will continue to make a difference in this state. With best wishes for your success, \fichigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs Michigan Ecumenical Forum Michigan Health Council Sincerely, Michigan Ltagut for Human Services Presidents Council, State Universities (^Michigan United Way ofMichigan Maryellen J. Lewis Executive Director AT-LARGE TRUSTEES Richard H. Austin,Michigan Department of State John S. Lore, National Society ofFu nd R airing Executives Russell G.Mawby. W.K. Kellogg Foundation encl: MJL's letter of Resignation Report to the Executive Committee George W. Ramnty, National Volunteer Center EhtabethS. Upfohn. Kalamazoo Foundation EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Maryellen J. Lewis ref:cms20929.mem,adm\prsl>0000 �MICHIGAN NONPROFIT FORUM 34 KELLOGG CENTER EAST LANSING, MICHIGAN 48824-1022 Phone: 517/353-5038 Fax: 517/336-1327 An affiance to promote giving, volunteering and a strong, effective nonprofit sector in Michigan. GOVERNING BOARD Association oflndtptndmnt Colltgts and Unrv»nnti»s ofMichigan Congnst of National Block Churcnts /Michigan Affiliat* September 22, 1992 Michigan Nonprofit Forum Board of Trustees Council ofMichigan Foundations Dear Trustee; Council of Michigan Urban Ltaguts I hope you read my report which I sent to you last week. I wrote it with a special purpose in mind. Jewish Community Council Michigan Association of School Administrators Michigan Association of School Boards I wanted you and the other MNF Trustees to know how exciting and important is the organization you have created over the last two years. There is tremendous opportunity ahead, along with a great deal of work. Michigan Catholic Confartnc* Michigan Community Action Agency Association Michigan Community CoUtgt Association Michigan Councilfor Arts and Cultural Affairs Michigan Ecumenical Forum Michigan Htalth Council Michigan Ltagutfor Human Sirvicss I want you to feel confident in this young organization when you learn that I have resigned, effective October 31. This is a difficult decision for me, but I believe it will ultimately be good for the organization. I enclose a copy of my letter of resignation, which I sent to Russ Mawby today. The matter will be on the agenda for the October 12 meeting. I look forward to seeing you then. Sincerely, Pnadmnta Council, State of Michigan Unittd Way of Michigan AT-LARGE TRUSTEES Maryellen J. Lewis Executive Director Richard If. Austin. Michigan Dtpartmtnt of Stats John S. Lorm, National Socitty of Fund Raising Executives RusstU G.Mtzwby, W.K. KtUogg Foundation Giorgi if. Romnty, National Volunteer Ctnttr Eiaabtlh S. Upjohn. Kalamazoo Foundation EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR MaiytiltnJ. Ltwis encl: MIL Letter of Resignation � 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, 49630 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 1992-10-12 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/79d0f96923f43ffa37ba30700a7dd6ce.pdf d901ee33be47bae758d70bb99358fe90 PDF Text Text National Council of Nonprofit Associations How Government and Nonprofits Can Strengthen and Enrich American Communities Recommendations to the 1992 Presidential Candidates September 13, 1992 1828 L Street, NW, Suite 505, Washington, D.C 20036 (202) 785-3208 Fax (202) 466-5722 �The goal of the National Council of Nonprofit Associations (NCNA) is to improve the effectiveness of local nonprofit organizations by strengthening their state associations. Because they meet the needs of thousands of front-line nonprofrts for management assistance, cost-cutting programs, advocacy, and professional and organizational development, NCNA's members have a unique view of the challenges facing the nonprofit sector. NCNA's membership includes 22 statewide and regional association members, representing over 15,000 nonprofrts across the country. Directed by a small professional staff and governed by a Board of Directors who are themselves executive directors of state associations, NCNA is financed by membership dues, fees, and grants from the W. K. Kellogg Foundation, The Ford Foundation, the Rockefeller Brothers Fund, and the Charles Stewart Mott Foundation. Because of the important public role of nonprofrts as independent centers of initiative, criticism, and public service, NCNA fully supports the rights and immunities accorded to nonprofrts and recognizes the inherent responsibilities which are attached to them: 1) To benefit the public; 2) To be accountable to the public for effective and efficient delivery of services; 3) To protect the sector's independent role in the democratic process; and 4) To promote social and economic justice. Presidential Recommendations Task Force Bob Kardon, California Association of Nonprofrts, Chair Deborah Buford, Nonprofit Resources. Inc. (Arkansas) Gerald Kaufman, LaSalle University Nonprofit Management Development Center (Pennsylvania) Peter Swords, Nonprofit Coordinating Committee of New York Donald Tebbe, Council of Illinois Nonprofit Organizations Alison Johnson, Connecticut Nonprofit Human Services Cabinet Staff support provided by: Renee Vowels, California Association of Nonprofrts Cecelia Connerton, Council of Illinois Nonprofit Organizations Board of Directors Gordon Allen, Granite State Association of Nonprofrts (New Hampshire) Ben Amos, Delaware Association of Nonprofit Agencies Deborah Buford, Nonprofit Resources, Inc. (Arkansas) Ron Cretaro, Connecticut Association of Residential Facilities John Getst, private consultant Betsy Johnson, Washington Council of Agencies, Co-Chair Bob Kardon, California Association ofNonprofits Gerald Kaufman, LaSalle University Nonprofit Management Development Center (Pennsylvania), Co-Chair Bevertey L McDonald, Michigan League for Human Services Jon Pratt, Minnesota Council of Nonprofrts Peter Swords, Nonprofit Coordinating Committee of New York Donald Tebbe, Council of Illinois Nonprofit Organizations, Secretary Dan Wallach, Colorado Association of Nonprofit Organizations, Treasurer Barbara Green, Executive Director National Council of Nonprofit Associations 1828 L Street, N.W., Suite 505 • Washington, DC 20036 (202) 785-3208 • (202) 466-5722 Fax For additional information or comments about this paper, please call Donald Tebbe at (217) 753-2466 or Robert Kardon at (408) 458-2466. Printed on recycled paper. �Introduction Nonprofits—Private Investment In the Public Good [Nonprofit organizations are private, nongovernmental corporations that are exempt from federal income tax on the basis that their work serves the public interest As such, any surpluses (profits) are deployed for the organization's exempt purposes rather than being distributed to private individuals (such as when a for-profit corporation pays dividends to stockholders). For the purposes of this paper, nonprofit means a tax-exempt organization that is recognized under 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) of the Internal Revenue Code.] The one million nonprofits in this country employ more civilians than do state and federal government combined, receive volunteer services from half of this country's adults, create a venue for direct involvement in solving civic problems, and touch the entire nation through their programs and advocacy efforts. The nonprofit sector enriches and strengthens American communities. While volunteers provide enormous support and leadership for this sector, the sector depends upon private contributions and government funding to make its work possible. While government action can influence volunteerism, its actions have a far more profound impact on charitable giving. Moreover, government's ability to fund social and other programs is unparalleled. The public and its government at all levels increasingly rely on nonprofits to offer essential social services and other programs more effectively and efficiently than government bureaucracy can. At the same time, government policy and regulation make it increasingly difficult for nonprofits to meet the challenge. The nonprofit sector is home to our society's social and cultural entrepreneurs. Yet much of the sector's capacity for innovation has been dampened as a consequence of government policy. We believe that this era of severely constrained government resources and the gravity of our social problems demand greater collaboration, more effective government contracting, and a deeper understanding of the consequences of government's actions affecting the nonprofit sector. National Council of Nonprofit Associations �Recommendations Appoint a Commission on the Impact of Government Funding on Community Fabric We propose the appointment of a commission to study the impact of federal programs on the social fabric of our communities. We propose the commission's charge include the following: • Consolidation of fragmented federal categorical programs. • Proposal of social policy planning mechanisms that apply systems-level planning to social problems. • Holistic community-based solutions that would serve the whole client • Government grant and contract mechanisms that support the community social fabric. Commission appointments should consist of practitioners from community-based nonprofits, social policy advisors from academia, leaders from private philanthropy, and clients of social programs. Related Recommendations • Require that any new rule-making process pertaining to grants include an analysis of the impact on the grant recipient • Remove barriers that discourage the use of grant funds to acquire real estate, thus forcing nonprofits into the rental market, which is usually more expensive. • Promote government procurement relationships with nonprofits that are equitable and that preserve the organizational integrity of the nonprofit For example, the Officejof Management and Budget's Circulars A-122 and A-133 are extremely discriminatory against nonprofits. • Set an example for all levels of government by including community-based nonprofit representatives on boards, commissions, and panels at the federal level. Host White House Conferences on Nonprofit Initiative • Use the White House Conferences to focus attention on achieving solutions to a few key social issues and forge a stronger partnership between nonprofits and government Use them as opportunities to recognize the value of philanthropy, charity, and volunteering, and to foster a better understanding of this vast part of our social fabric that is the nonprofit sector. Topics addressed at the Conferences might include: •• Reexamination of tax policy with respect to nonprofits. •• Communities' role in deciding what services are provided under government contract National Council of Nonprofit Associations �Recommendations • •• Accountability—helping government better regulate nonprofits, while filing fewer forms. •• Reexamination of government funding mechanisms, such as block grants. •• How to recognize the unique role of the nonprofit sector and how to resist the temptation to ask nonprofits to overextend their capacity in an attempt to provide basic services that only government, through its taxing powers, is capable of providing. •• How government can recognize that the strength of our society is due in large part to the tripartite nature of our nation's institutional infrastructure: business, government, and nonprofits. Encourage the states to hold state-level conferences to precede the White House Conferences to promote similar recognition within the states and to identify issues that should be brought to the White House Conferences. Create Incentives for Private Investment for the Public Good • Explore the development of incentives that will stabilize and increase the declining percentage of private income being invested in charitable and philanthropic efforts. (See Figure 1.) • Restore deductibility for charitable contributions made by non-itemizing taxpayers. Each $1.00 in deductions generates at least $1.23 in charitable gifts. • • Eliminate the 3 percent floor on deductions for high-income taxpayers. Permanently exempt all gifts of appreciated property from the alternative minimum tax (if Congress does not do so before its final recess in 1992). Protect the Independent, Democratic Voice of the Nonprofit Sector • Maintain nonprofit access to reduced mail rates for advocacy mailings that inform citizens about issues. • Encourage open public dialogue by less restrictive IRS regulatory treatment of lobbying by nonprofits, and develop a proactive education program to dispel notions of a prohibition against lobbying. • Preserve nonprofit bulk mail rates. This action would also help maintain the current level of $35 billion in charitable contributions received through direct mail solicitation. National Council of Nonprofit Associations 3 �Rationale Nonprofits Enrich and Strengthen Our Democracy Nonprofits are essential for the health of our democracy. Emerging democracies around the world are looking to the nonprofit sector in the U.S. because they see that such an independent, nongovernmental infrastructure is critical to fostering democracy. Despite cynicism about many institutions in this country, the public is increasingly turning to nonprofit organizations for safe haven, service, information, and leadership. Recent Gallup polls reveal that nonprofits are generally viewed as credible, helpful, accessible service providers. A 1991 Nonprofit Times survey found that a majority of respondents perceive nonprofits as being more efficient than government in utilizing funds. Above all, the public still believes community involvement offers an opportunity to make a difference. According to a 1991 report prepared for the Kettering Foundation, Citizens and Politics: A View from Main Street: "The so-called 'apathy argument' falls fully on its face when one discovers that there are pockets of public life in which citizens are acting to improve their communities. Indeed, from this research, we find Americans hold a keen desire to act in the public arena." Whether it's working with low-income children, environmental groups, community improvement organizations, or many other nonprofit efforts, citizens are involved in public life. NCNA agrees with social commentators who say this involvement has replaced the jaded world of politics in their lives: Citizens learn and talk about policy issues; they have a sense of control; they see a personal stake in their actions; they are involved in helping their community. Yet these same people do not consider their actions political in nature. "As citizens talked about their community involvement, they merely described in positive terms the characteristics they had assigned negatively to politics: that it is possible to be heard and valued in public debate; that it is possible to help bring about change; that it is possible to feel a sense of efficacy in managing, and improving, public affairs." (Citizens and Politics: A View from Main Street.) In his nineteenth-century commentaries on America, Alexis de Tocqueville spoke of the American phenomenon of people forming associations to solve community problems. The nonprofit sector retains that vitality today. We believe that by virtue of the esteem in which nonprofits are held, their involvement in all parts of our communities, and their experience with major social issues, the nonprofit sector can provide a forum for a renewal of faith in the democratic process. Nonprofits Enrich and Strengthen Our Communities Nonprofits are essential for the social and cultural health of every American community. The contributions of the nonprofit sector are diverse, significant, and indispensable. As an important National Council of Nonprofit Associations �Rationale and dynamic part of our social fabric, nonprofits provide a mechanism for responsible citizens to create constructive solutions to their communities' problems. The nonprofit sector includes among others: • Human service organizations that battle the causes and consequences of poverty, disease, illiteracy, and myriad other social ills; • Cultural organizations that inspire and educate; • Museums that connect us with the past and with other cultures; • Historic preservation groups that remind us of the foundations of our society; • Arts groups that connect us with grace, beauty, and ideas that challenge and enable our society; • Educational institutions that prepare succeeding generations to face the future and provide research discoveries to create new technology; • Neighborhood-based development organizations that stabilize neighborhoods and improve housing; • Advocacy groups that challenge us to strive for a society that is better than what we have come to expect; and • Private foundations that provide the funds that encourage and fuel creative nonprofit initiative. Yale economist Gabriel Rudney has calculated that together American nonprofits in 1980 had expenditures exceeding the budgets of all but seven national governments in the world. Studies by Independent Sector, a national umbrella group for nonprofits and foundations, have described the impact of the nonprofit sector on the social, economic, and political life of the United States. The one million nonprofits in this country touch the lives of most Americans—as beneficiaries, patrons, employees, volunteers, and contributors. • Nonprofits represented 7.1 percent of the Gross National Product in 1990. • Nonprofit organizations employed 8.7 million workers in 1990, about 6.3 percent of the national workforce. • In 1989,98.4 million Americans aged 18 or older volunteered with nonprofit organizations, a figure which represents over half the U.S. adult population. • The dollar value of that volunteer time, 20.5 billion hours in 1989, was estimated at $ 170 billion. • In 1991, individuals, corporations, and foundations contributed $124.77 billion to nonprofits. How Government Affects Nonprofits There is an increasing tension between the nonprofit sector and government in today's world. The two sectors have changed from having a collaborative relationship to often having an antagonistic National Council of Nonprofit Associations 5 �Rationale one. "Somehow, government has forgotten that it itself is largely responsible for the growth of the nonprofit sector, due to its increasing reliance on the sector for provision of services. And somehow, both government and society generally have lost sight of the interconnectedness between the two sectors. Most importantly, they have overlooked the vital role that nonprofit organizations play in meeting community needs." (The Nonprofit Policy Agenda: Recommendations for State and Local Action, The Union Institute, May 1992.) Starting in the early 1980s, government encountered fiscal strain and began to backpedal from its role of community supporter, leaving the nonprofit sector with the role, but not the funds. Government funding has not kept pace with the growing demand for services; instead, government has further burdened the sector with new regulations. Ironically, as government points to the nonprofit sector as the savior of America's basic values and quality of life, its actions have actually undermined the ability of the sector to strengthen and enrich our communities. Government Tax Policy Influences Private Investment In the Public Good Federal income tax policy influences charitable giving. Since the institution of the federal income tax, tax policy has included incentives to encourage charitable giving. The Tax Reform Act of 1986 greatly reduced these incentives for all taxpayers in all income groups. The flattening of the tax structure and the lowering of tax rates increased the cost of all charitable gifts. Moreover, potential gifts of appreciated property were threatened by alternative minimum tax, and deducibility was eliminated for gifts by non-itemizers. According to Internal Revenue Service data, contributions reported on individual income tax returns dropped from 2.17 percent of adjusted gross income in 1986 to 1.67 percent in 1990. Similarly, contributions reported on corporate income tax returns dropped from 1.92 percent of net income in 1986 to 1.18 percent in 1988. (See Figure 1.) The Internal Revenue Service also reports that the number of taxpayers reporting incomes of more than a million dollars increased from 4,300 in 1980 to 59,945 in 1989, while average annual giving for this group decreased from $207,089 to $83,929 during the same period. (See Figure 2.) In addition, a further impediment to charitable giving was imposed in 1990 by the 3 percent floor on deductions. It is more efficient for government to leverage contributions of private income for public purposes through tax incentives than it is to raise those funds directly through taxes since each $1.00 in tax incentives leverages $1.23 in chartitable contributions. National Council of Nonprofit Associations 6 �Rationale I Impact of Tax Reform Act of 1986 on Contributions I '•" ' , ;.::/: - • ; . . . ^:;:x:;:;V:i^:S:;:::^ 1988: Down 23% for Individuals and 39% for Corporations over 19G I 2.00% jh"- .^AT^Xr" I • >^ir llj' j ^ I.;.-. S3 '"' "rt C /"\/ " j: • Individual* r,:'-:-:-'- !;. n Corporate** i i V-^" ^*; ODNTRIBtrnONS REPORTE^ON TAX Hb I UHNS 11; •Imfvidual: As a percent of Adjusted Gross Income : ; ™::::.;' :' : •'Corporate: As a percent of Net Income (Source: IRS) 1985 1986 1988 1987 £y':^::::x-:*y:::->^ National Council of Nonprofit Associations 1989 1990 Rgure 1 �Rationale Number of Wealthy Grow - Contributions Decline 225,000 1,400% inciMM in millionaires 60% decrease in average annual giving •Number of Wealthy* • Average Annual Giving mHfion to 1980 **IRS (Soun»: IRS 1985 1989 ;Figure 2 Nonprofits and Federal Social Programs The riots in Los Angeles, the homelessness that we see every day in the streets of our major cities, the lines at our soup kitchens, and the alarming school dropout rates should tell us that something is not working with our current social policies. Tremendous numbers of people are being served by our social welfare programs, yet there is a popular perception that we are simply throwing money at problems. To an extent, this is true. Categorical funding, with its rifle-shot approach to problems and its excessive focus on rules and regulations, does not give the taxpayer a dollar's worth of solution for a dollar's worth of investment Over the years, categorical programs have been proposed, implemented, and funded without any real coordination or direction toward some overall outcomes or the larger context of the lives of the people these programs are designed to serve. As programs mature, they have become encrusted with rules, regulations, and audit requirements that blunt the thrust of the original programs. The impulses behind these programs have been honorable and the intentions have been the best, but after twenty years of sizable government involvement in social programs, the country has been left with a patchwork of programs that view individual participants as clients, programs that are not focused on outcomes, and programs that are designed to fit the structure and systems of government rather than the needs of the people they were designed to serve. National Council of Nonprofit Associations �Rationale Each year we spin the wheel of misfortune and a new problem is isolated, a new client base is created, new rules are written, new bureaucracy is created, a new set of statistics is gathered, and a new cycle of program justification begins. These programs are a result of linear thinking and compartmentalization for the convenience of government rather than for the sake of serving the whole client. The country has a well-established infrastructure of community-based organizations that have a long history of working with government. But this community infrastructure is being hampered by a government funding system that operates under the old paradigm of viewing problems and clients in isolation. This convergence of issues, we believe, calls for a major reexamination of the way that government funds social programs. For example, Head Start works because it takes a holistic approach to the needs of children. The child is not the Head Start client; rather the whole family unit is the client We need to start looking at people in need in a larger context—in the context of family, in the context of neighborhood, and in the context of community. We believe that unless we take an integrated view of community problems, the social fabric of our society will continue to unravel. It is time for government to apply the best systems thinking toward solving problems and the best information technology to simplify the bureaucracy needed to manage these programs. Conclusion The National Council of Nonprofit Associations believes that the gravity of our social conditions and the state of our economy call for greater collaboration between government and the nonprofit sector, call for a renewal of government's commitment to use tax policy to leverage private contributions, and call for government and nonprofits to develop systemic solutions to social problems. NCNA stands ready to work with the presidential administration to expand and enhance the ability of nonprofits to carry out this important work. National Council of Nonprofit Associations � 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/. 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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_Board-Book_1992-10-12_Revised-Statement-on-Nonprofit-Sector-by-NCNA Title A name given to the resource Michigan Nonprofit Forum 1992-10-12 board book revised statement on nonprofit sector by NCNA Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Michigan Nonprofit Forum. Board of Trustees Description An account of the resource Michigan Nonprofit Forum 1992-10-12 board book revised statement on nonprofit sector by NCNA. 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, 49631 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 1992-10-12 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/592ac60931071d362e70e429605af781.pdf bb01abaf24e75b311f45340d3f636e8d PDF Text Text MICHIGAN NONPROFIT FORUM 34 KELLOGG CENTER EAST LANSING, MICHIGAN 48824-1022 Phone: 517/353-5038 Fax: 517/336-1327 An alliance to promote giving, volunteering and a strong, effective nonprofit sector in Michigan. Second Annual Interim Report to the W.K. Kellogg Foundation on a Three Year Start-Up Grant T1990-1994) SUMMARY With the completion of its second year, the Michigan Nonprofit Forum now has some history of full operations and a much more detailed plan for its future development. The alliance is still unfolding, but its first two years of successes, products and challenges have clarified its potential, strengths and limitations. This report will trace the second year's work and the plan for the final grant year in 1993-94. At the suggestion of MNF trustees and outside evaluator, this report follows the outline of the Guiding Principles adopted by trustees at their October 1991 Annual Meeting. The Guiding Principles now frame the planning process at both the board and staff levels, so they represent useful standards for assessing our progress. MNF Guiding Principles: 1. The future of Michigan's economic well-being and 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. MNF Initiatives; Grantmakers/Grantseekers Seminar Campaign for Volunteerism Give 5 Campaign Plans for Briefings on volunteerism & philanthropy Clearinghouse role 2. The service of the nonprofit sector to the public depends on an interactive partnership between service providers, flinders, policymakers, and the public. The Michigan nonprofit community should promote constructive dialogue among all these parties. �MNF Initiatives; Summit White Paper and plans of MNF organizational members Plans for using the Summit Tapes & White paper for regional/local dialogues Media and public awareness: Completed work and plans Clearinghouse role 3. 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. MNF Initiatives: Scholars Network Planning for December 1992 Research Conference Assistance to researchers Reporting on existing research, dissemination of information MNF research initiative on volunteerism & philanthropy in Michigan Clearinghouse role MNF's role in the National dialogue 4. Michigan's nonprofit sector should define and aspire to the highest standards of ethics, efficiency, and accountability, while preserving its historic and essential independence. MNF Initiatives: Network of nonprofit service providers Resource Guide for management assistance to nonprofits Assistance to colleges & universities on training & professional assistance for nonprofit professionals Directory & displays on Michigan education programs for nonprofits Assistance to ACCESS on a Michigan nonprofit job bank Clearinghouse responses on individual requests Planning for a Michigan Nonprofit Accountability Project 5. The Michigan nonprofit community should develop and advance the philosophy of tax exemption, as well as positive public policies and incentives, to promote the vitality of the sector; and then play an active role in encouraging Michigan's leadership ~ including elected officials — to embrace it. MNF Initiatives: White Paper Tax Incentive Study Group Future Summits �6. The Michigan nonprofit sector should take an active role in shaping regulations and rulings that define clear, consistent interpretations and applications for purposes of tax exemption. MNF Initiatives; MNF activities concerning national public policy issues Workshop on advocacy at the Grantmakers/Grantseekers Seminar Speakers at the Public Policy Committee meetings �Synopsis of 1991-92 Activities and 92-93 Plans At the suggestion of MNF's Program Officer at the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, Dr. Joel Orosz, the following report is prepared in synopsis form. As an alliance in the process of creating itself, all these initiatives are in process. Where tangible products have already resulted, they are noted. 1. Promoting Voluntary Giving and Service: MNF Initiatives a. Grantmakers/Grantseekers Seminar. The fourth annual Grantmakers/Grantseekers Seminar was conducted on April 24 in Dearborn MI, attended by 725 nonprofit professionals. The event is designed annually by an MNF committee made up of flinders, fundraisers and nonprofit leaders from a wide range of fields. This year's Seminar included programs addressing every Guiding Principle: ~ It kicked off the Michigan Year of the Volunteer with a special panel and press conference, and offered two special sessions on fundraising. ~ It offered a panel of media representatives which was lauded by participants. — It presented new research, and hosted the third meeting of the Scholars Network of researchers on Michigan's nonprofit sector — It offered hosted displays on Michigan university, college and nonprofit programs for nonprofit professionals and presented a special session on evaluation, which was heavily attended. — It presented a strongly-evaluated luncheon program on national and state issues facing the nonprofit sector, and offered a workshop on advocacy by nonprofits. The opening address by James Joseph, President of the Council on Foundations in Washington, has been published (appended), as were the tapes. Additional publications are now available as well (list appended). b. Campaign for Volunteerism. MNF hosted the planning committee for the Campaign for Volunteerism for 18 months, and hosted its kickoff at the Grantmakers/Grantseekers Seminar. In addition, MNF continues to provide assistance to the Campaign through its member networks, in the following ways: -- At the request of the Michigan Association of School Boards (MAS A), MNF drafted a resolution in support of volunteering through the public schools. As a result of MNF networking, MASB leadership has met with the Volunteer Centers of Michigan develop �a strategy for linking local school districts with volunteer centers. MNF is also helping to conduct a planning process between MASB, the VCM, the Michigan School Volunteer Programs and other participants in the Campaign to develop collaborative programs for volunteerism in schools. — As a result of their participation since the beginning of the Campaign, the President's Council of State Universities of Michigan has passed a resolution in full support of the Campaign, and is now working with MNF to explore ways they can go beyond even their current strong commitment, to find ways to assist the volunteer centers in their respective communities. ~ As a result of their participation in the Campaign Committee, the Michigan Chapters of the National Society of Fund Raising Executives has committed to match every interested local volunteer center with a pro bono fundraising expert. This initiative is now in the hands of the Volunteer Centers of Michigan. ~ As a result of publicity surrounding the Campaign, MNF receives several calls each week about how a company, an organization or an individual can become involved. These calls are brokered to specific agencies involved in the campaign that can best assist them. — As a direct result of their work on the Campaign and MNF's encouragement and assistance, MNF student interns Terry Langston and Darin Day have launched a telethon on volunteering, in collaboration with the Lansing Voluntary Action Center, Capitol Area United Way and local media. ~ In collaboration with the Volunteer Centers of Michigan, MNF is assisting communities which want to establish a leadership coalition to design a community-wide commitment and recognition of volunteering. ~ In collaboration with the Volunteer Centers of Michigan, MNF is assisting existing volunteer centers in ways they request, particularly by working through member networks to encourage key leaders to recognize and support volunteer centers in their work. c. Give 5 Campaign. This initiative is being planned for 1993-94, to be kicked off at Grantmakers/Grantseekers V on May 14, 1993. Paula Schoecraft has been invited to present at GGV, and to assist MNF in the planning process. Ted Taylor, chair of the national Give 5 Campaign through the Independent Sector in Washington, has offered to be helpful. d. Plans for Briefings on Volunteerism and Philanthropy. As its contribution to the Campaign, MNF is planning for discussions among leaders on issues related to volunteerism and philanthropy. These include, for example, the Legislative Briefing (described below under the White Paper). Other discussions will be attached to ongoing events, for most efficient use of staff time. For example, in cooperation with the Volunteer Centers of Michigan, a Briefing is �being developed to discuss corporate philanthropy, in connection with a similar event planned by the Points of Light Foundation in Detroit in October. MNF also will report on the Campaign's broad developments in its newsletter. Issue papers (e.g., on corporate volunteer programs, designed for the lay reader) are also in the works for 1992-93. e. Clearinghouse Role: Calls for information on volunteering are increasing as the Campaign gains momentum. In addition to referrals, MNF is now collecting and, in a few cases, writing Fact Sheets for efficient distribution of information. In a few cases (such as corporate volunteer councils and community leadership coalitions), special texts are being developed for MNF and its partners by a consultant to the Points of Light Foundation, thanks to a grant from the Kellogg Foundation supporting their work on this Campaign. 2. Promoting the Partnership between the Nonprofit Sector, Government and Business: MNF Initiatives a. First Summit: In February, 1992, MNF conducted its first Summit, bringing together a panel of leaders from government, business and the nonprofit sector to discuss the rapidly changing nature of their partnership, and the challenges and opportunities we face. The Summit was video-taped (editing now in process), and the discussion paper and tape excerpts will be published shortly (awaiting the introduction and preface by MNF trustees). A draft of the paper is appended. A special board subcommittee is developing the strategy for disseminating the edited tape for discussion by community and subsector groups across the state. For example, the Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs is planning with MNF to include these themes in several arts meetings in 1992-93. b. White Paper: A discussion draft for the Michigan White Paper on the Nonprofit Sector has been developed, and the first discussion is being planned for mid-September, with follow-ups planned for October, December and January. The MNF Public Policy and Program Committees are now developing a strategy for disseminating the draft for discussion by subsector leaders; for example, the United Way of Michigan has requested the draft for discussion and input from local United Way executives. Following these internal reviews, a revised paper will be the focus of "hearings" (yet to be specified by the Committees — on the agenda for the September meeting). Once a final White Paper is adopted, it will be a tool for MNF educational roundtables and programs through MNF member organizations. c. Media and Public Awareness. As a follow-up to the strong program at the Grantmakers/Grantseekers Seminar, Collette Murray from Henry Ford Health System (and a two-year member of the GGS Program Committee) is working with MNF to plan a series of informal discussions with media and nonprofit leaders, to develop an agenda for future MNF programs. MNF also has become a resource for the press. d. Clearinghouse Role: MNF receives several requests each month from reporters on a wide range of nonprofit issues such as volunteerism, economic impact, salaries, and individual giving. �Callers are given available information and are referred to knowledgeable persons who can help further. 3. Research and Information Sharing; MNF Initiatives a Scholars Network: MNF's Scholar's Network has grown to more than 360 researchers and educators, mainly in Michigan institutions of higher education. The third meeting of some members of this network was hosted at the Grantmakers/Grantseekers Seminar in May. b. First Michigan Research Conference on the Nonprofit Sector: MNF is collaborating with Mark Wilson with the Nonprofit Michigan Project/MSU and David Stevenson at Wayne State, to design the first Michigan Research Conference on the nonprofit sector on December 9 & 10 in Detroit. This will be an international conference (i.e., including Canada comparative research) focused on Michigan issues. MNF will sponsor the author of the Michigan White Paper, Janne Gallagher, who will present the concepts and process of the White Paper and tie its issues to the research agenda and needs of practice. In addition, MNF is preparing a compendium of Michigan research projects, with the generous assistance of the colleges and universities of the state. c. Assistance to Researchers: MNF has provided guidance and referrals to many researchers. Increasingly, scholars request mailing lists for their research, as well as contacts for related research. The compendium of ongoing research will make responses more efficient. d. Reporting on Existing Research & Dissemination of Information: The first MNF newsletter included an article on The State of Nonprofit Michigan by Mark Wilson, funded by the Kellogg Foundation. (A copy of the newsletter is appended.) In addition, a regular newsletter column will be devoted to research, presented as tools for practitioners, communities and policymakers. e. Research Initiative on Michigan's Voluntary Sector: At the request of the MSU Institute of Public Policy and Social Research (EPPSR) and with the help of Dr. Mark Wilson, MNF suggested a battery of questions for the IPPSR opinions survey, to collect the first state data on giving and volunteering. (The Independent Sector's questionnaire for their massive national survey formed the basis for the IPPSR questions.) The results will be reported in the fall. f. Clearinghouse Role: Research results form the basis for many clearinghouse responses, particularly on demographics of giving and volunteering. Several MNF Fact Sheets are in the works for 1992-93, to simplify the information-sharing process. g. MNF's Role in the National Dialogue: The purpose of MNF's information-gathering and sharing is to promote greater public awareness and understanding. MNF is not alone in this work, and in fact is new to the scene where much progress has been made nationally. MNF has recently been included in national meetings on these issues, including the summit at Wingspread last September on state policy and the nonprofit sector, and the first meeting of the National �Accountability Project in Washington in May. Of interest also is the fact that a representative of the Clinton Campaign called just prior to the Democratic National Convention, to invite MNF to participate in the design of a platform on the nonprofit sector. (Because of the short notice, no representative of MNF could attend.) 4. Nonprofit Standards and Efficiency: MNF Initiatives a. Network of Nonprofit Service Providers: Although this was on MNF's agenda since its earliest days, the trustees determined that it could not be sponsored/managed within MNF's limited staff resources. So, at the request of the board, MNF sought a partner in this effort, so that our networks would support but not staff the effort. With their approval, MNF discussed the plan with the Michigan Nonprofit Management Institute in late fall. The first meeting of a small group of service providers was conducted in June, and MNF has since alerted its entire network of service providers (over 300) of this opportunity. Under discussion by the group is a composite calendar and ways to develop collaborative projects. The next meeting is scheduled for August 18 at the Direction Center in Grand Rapids. b. Resource Guide: In partnership with the Accounting Aid Society, MNF has compiled an updated resource directory of management service providers in/for the nonprofit sector. This guide will be published in the fall. c. Assistance to Colleges & Universities. MNF continues to network with colleges and universities, to promote increasingly diverse and accessible programs for nonprofit professional development. Most recently, for example, the MNF executive director responded to a request from the president of Lawrence Technological University about developing training programs for nonprofit professionals in the use of new management technologies; and to the president of Jackson Community College (president of the MI Association of Community Colleges and an MNF trustee), who will convene a meeting of presidents to explore how the community college system can serve as a delivery system for management assistance to nonprofits. While this is not an extensive use of MNF staff time, it can have significant impact on the support structure in Michigan for nonprofit professionals. d. Directory & Displays: As part of its information collection on research, MNF is also compiling a related summary of current and emerging degree programs, which will be distributed at the December research conference. All programs were invited to display at the Grantmakers/Grantseekers Seminar, and several more requested to be included next year. e. Assistance to ACCESS on a Michigan Job Bank: MNF mailed information statewide in March on the Kellogg-funded job bank on the nonprofit sector, and included the information in its first newsletter. Updates are planned for the current and future newsletters. MNF is also assisting ACCESS in its evaluation process. �f. Clearinghouse Responses: A large number of calls request specific management assistance, which are referred (e.g., to the Accounting Aid Society and NSFRE). Fact Sheets are in the works to simplify this process. g. Plans for a Michigan Nonprofit Accountability Project. The MNF Program and Public Policy Committees have discussed a special initiative, to use the White Paper and Summit as vehicles for increasing attention and enlightened action on accountability issues. This is on the agenda for the September meeting. 5. The Philosophy of Tax Exemption; MNF Initiatives a. White Paper: The White Paper (described above) is being designed by a board task force as the basis for informed action to renew the awareness of nonprofit professionals, communities and policymakers about the philosophy and tradition of tax-exemption, and its implications for current debates. The draft discussion paper is appended. b. Tax Incentive Study Group: In response to a legislative mandate, MNF trustees Dorothy Johnson, President of the Council of Michigan Foundations, and Robert Ivory, President of the United Way of Michigan, are leading a study group to look at the impact of special tax treatment of some nonprofits on charitable giving and on the state budget. This study group has met once and has targeted November for a "think piece" for discussion purposes. c. Future Summits: Following the successful Summit I in February, the MNF Public Policy and Program Committees have determined that the Summit will be an annual event, preceded by smaller discussions on smaller issues to shape the agenda, and followed by regional and subsector dialogues to disseminate the process. The next Summit is planned for early March, and a board task force is now developing the plan. 6. Public Policy; MNF Initiatives a. MNF Activities Concerning National Issues: As a result of positions taken on several crosssector issues last year, MNF's Public Policy and Program Committees authorized the release of information on advocacy to members, other nonprofit professionals, and to elected officials on these issues: — Proposed increases in the postal rate — The deducibility of Appreciated Property — The new accounting standards proposed by the Financial Accounting Standards Board In addition, trustees and staff are tracking other key issues, such as the IRS tax exemption for non-itemizers, the Michigan ruling taxing meals at nonprofit events (particularly fundraisers), and local debates concerning property taxes for nonprofits. �b. Workshop on Advocacy: Because of the increasing importance for nonprofits to have a voice on public policies that affect them and the service of their missions, MNFs GGS Program Committee included a workshop by the Alliance for Justice at the Grantmakers/Grantseekers Seminar this year. The results were so well-received that the committee likely will build on this theme in the nature. Interim Report on Management and Organizational Issues In addition to these significant program accomplishments and plans, MNF has made important changes in its management and structure, which result in both opportunity and challenge. Diversified Funding: In the past year, MNF has diversified its funding base, primarily through small grants and contributions for the Campaign for Volunteerism and the Grantmakers/Grantseekers Seminar. (A complete list of donors is attached.) This will be a more pressing challenge in Year 3, when a much larger portion of MNF's budget must be attracted from non-Kellogg sources, and in anticipation of the end of the grant. Membership Campaign. In March, MNF began its first membership drive. (A list of organizational Associate Members is attached.) We are currently expanding that drive to recruit Network Associate Members, a category for organizations which themselves represent networks of nonprofits. This new challenge represents major administrative changes, and will require much more extensive communications, which has been a weakness to date. Expanded Staff: In addition to the new staff person added July 1, MNF has expanded to include 5 student interns, working on the Campaign for Volunteerism and the various communication functions (such as the newsletter and expanding the database of nonprofit contacts). This poses some space problems, but is largely a very positive development for the Forum. Interns now come from Michigan State University, Lansing Community College, Western Michigan University and Kalamazoo College. 10 �APPENDICES 1. MNF Issue Paper #1 by James Joseph 2. List of MNF Publications and Tapes 3. MASS Resolution in Support of the Campaign for Volunteerism 4. Summit Discussion Paper by Robert L. Payton 5. Discussion Paper for the Michigan White Paper on the Nonprofit Sector, by Janne Gallagher 6. MNF Newsletter 7. Roster of MNF Donors and Associate Members ref:8\5\92,annipt92.txtgmt/kel,0100 11 � 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. 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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, 49632 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 1992-10-12 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/06d689aa1821310caf8c24892b8a28c6.pdf 8f19b7a92498dffa0c9aed09d79f9f4b PDF Text Text MICHIGAN NONPROFIT FORUM 34 KELLOGG CENTER EAST LANSING, MICHIGAN 48824-1022 Phone: 517/353-5038 Fax: 517/336-1327 An alliance to promote giving, volunteering and a strong, effective nonprofit sector in Michigan. Board of Trustees Statement of Principles (Adopted November, 1990) As members of the policy-making body of the Michigan Nonprofit Forum, we commit ourselves to be guided in our deliberations by the Forum's mission: to promote the awareness and effectiveness of Michigan's nonprofit sector, and to advance the cause of voluntarism and philanthropy in the state. We recognize the great diversity of the sector and the wide range of stakeholders that the Forum proposes to engage in this mission: nonprofit organizations and professionals, flinders, educators and researchers concerned with philanthropy and voluntarism, policymakers and civic leaders, the media, the public sector as it relates to philanthropy and voluntarism, volunteers, and other concerned citizens and contributors. Because of this great diversity, we commit ourselves to seeking common ground and to building bridges that will benefit the Public Good through collaboration and capacity-building. Although some Forum initiatives that we choose may not involve the entire sector and all its stakeholders, as a whole the Forum agenda will be designed to achieve ever greater awareness, effectiveness and informed support of Michigan's nonprofit sector and voluntary community. In particular, we commit ourselves to these OPERATING PRINCIPLES: — We will distinguish carefully in the activities of the Forum between initiatives that serve the Forum's broad mission and those that would serve only proprietary interests which are more appropriately addressed by our individual organizations or associations. — We will acknowledge diversity by recognizing the variety of circumstances of Members and by incorporating those differences into the decision-making process. — We will seek as a Board to operate from a principle of consensus and collaborative action through the Forum. — We will seek and be guided by the best information on Michigan's nonprofit sector, philanthropy and voluntarism, particularly in areas not represented on the Board. — Since this Board does not claim to be a "representative body" (and recognizes that "representativeness" is not a realistic goal), we will seek to achieve the greatest scope possible in our Board membership and to secure much greater, diverse input through each of our organizational networks. ref:princpls.txt,cm\bdU 1/90,0100 � 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, 49607 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 1992-10-12 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/035d77e3d70c646d9971e28977331ed1.pdf 7974436bafd629203902180185f004e9 PDF Text Text Agenda MNF Members of Record Minutes of the 4/23/92 Meeting Board Statement of Principals (11/90) Report of the Executive Director IRS Letter & MNF List of Publications Final Financial Statement 1991-92 Financial Statement for 1992-93 1st Quarter Subsequent Income Received Auditor's Report for 1991-92 Update Memo on Network Associates Summary of Membership Campaign Nonprofit Asn Funding Sources — National Data •n^™^^™«^"™^^^^^^^™^^™^—™«^™^^^^^^^™^^™™—*I.^MI^^^^^^^^^^M*™B™^^^^^™ Bylaws Descriptions of Membership and Officers Make-up of the Sector — National Data Nominations for New Members of Governing Boari ^^^H^^Ha^HHHMmBH^^^^^^^HHaMMHK^^^^^^^^HHIMWHI^^^^^^^^^^MVIM^^^ Draft 1993 GG5 Plan 1992 GG4 Attendance Distribution 1992 Financial Statement & Evaluation Report Campaign for Volunteerism Mission Statement List of Community Initiatives Statewide Proposal to Mott Fdn — MNF Role in Camp Vol Public Policy & Program Committee (Index follows Priorities Adopted by the Exec Committee 12/17/91 #.-. Minutes of the 10/91 Annual Meeting — on Priorities Report of the Outside Evaluator Executive Director's Resignation Letters to Chairman and Trustees 1991-92 Second Annual Report to the Kellogg Foundation 1992-93 MNF Committee Lists Planning Calendar 1992-94 Minutes of Committees since 4/23/92 Board Mtg /STEM � 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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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, 49633 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 1992-10-12 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/5064ce8338361d78d1d73eacc9c1f807.pdf a55e7914e13257e019a261761c8041e8 PDF Text Text MICIDGAN NONPROFIT FORUM 34 KELLOGG CENTER EAST LANSING, MICWGAN 48824-1022 Phone: 517/353-5038 Fax: 517/336-1327 All alliallce to promoU giving, volunleering and a strong, effective nonprofU sector In Mkhigan. Tw«eYear Plannin& Calendar <Reyised 9/24/92) AUGUST OCT 1 -- 9:00 to 12:00 14 - 9:30 to 2:00 21 -- 12:00 to 2:00 . 22 -- 9:00 to 11:00 22 -- 12:30 to 2:30 Finance Committee (Bob Ivory's Office) Executive Committee (KC: Red Cedar B) CampVol Leadership Summit\Detroit (Renaissance Club) Tax Credit Task Force (Library of MI) Membership Committee 17 -- 9:00 to 10:00 18 -- 1:00 to 3:00 19-23 25 -- 12:00 to 2:00 26- 10:00 to 1:00 27 -- 9:30 to 12:00 GG5 Co-Chairs Conference Call MSOnet planning meeting (Direction Center, GR) NCNA visit to CO (.MJL & DMC) CampVol LP..adership Summit/GrRpds (Press Club, GR) GG5 Program Committee (Hyatt, Dearborn) CampVol ExecCm mtg (VAC/Lansing) 9-13 15 -18 -- 10:00 to 2:00 21 - 11:30 to 1:30 22 -- 3:00 to 5:00 23 - 9:30 to 12:00 24 -- 9:30 to 12:00 28 -- 9:00 to 10:00 29-- NCNA Annual Meeting (Little Rock, Ark.) CampVol Leadership Summit/Mt. Pleasant White Paper/Summit Workgroup (KC -- Room 103) Membership/Nominating Committee (State Room - Alcove) Preliminary meeting w/ auditor (MNF) Executive Committee (W.K. Kellogg Foundation) CampVol Executive Committee (Lansing VAC) GG5 Co-Chairs Conference Call CampVol Leadership Summit/Midland 5 -- 8:00 to 9:30 Wkg Group, CampVol (KC: State Room) 6 -- 9:00 to 11 :00 Tax Incentive Committee (MI Library & Hist Ctr) 6 -- 10:00 to 1:00 GG5 Program Committee (MI Library & Hist Ctr) (Bob Ivory's Office) 7 - 9:00 to 12:00 Finance Committee 8 -CampVol Leadership Summit/Big Rapids 9 --9:00 to 1:00 Prog/Pub Policy Committee (KC: Centennial ABC) 12 -- 9:00 to 4:00 Annual Meeting of the Trustees (Holiday Inn South) 20 -CampVol Leadership Summit/Niles 23-27 NCNA visit to MN (M1L & DMC) 23 -CampVol followup Leadership Summit/Mt. Pleasant -- Audit Committee - White Paper discussions/briefings �NOV 10-MSOnet's first public mtg (Kellogg ComtyClg) 16 -- 3:30 to 5:30 Tax Incentive Study Task Force (MI Library & Hist Ctr) 19 -- 9:30 to 12:00 CampVol Executive Committee (Lansing VAC) 30 - 9:00 to 10:00 GG5 Co-Chairs Conference Call --White Paper/Summit Workgroup --Continue Local Volunteerism Summits & MNF's White Paper briefmgs -- Pre-planning for Give 5 Campaign DEC 8- 10:00 to 1:00 GG5 Program Committee (KC Red Cedar B) 9 -Janne Gallagher visits to consult on the White Paper/Summit 10 & 11 -First MI Research Conf. on NP Sector, Detroit 14 --9:00 to 1:00 Prog!Pub Policy Committees (KC: Big Ten C) 17 - 9:30 to 12:00 CampVol Executive Commiteee mtg (Lansing VAC) --Year of the Volunteer/Give 5 Campaign Committee --Continue Local Volunteerism Summits & MNF's White Paper briefmgs NCNA visit to CA 9-13 -Finance Committee 14 or 15 18 -- 9:00 to 1:00 Executive Committee (KC: Centennial B&C) 28 - 9:30 to 12:00 CampVol Executive Committee mtg (Lansing VAC) --Legislative Briefing on Summit I and White Paper --Continue Local Volunteerism Summits & MNF's White Paper briefmgs FEB 9 -- 10:00 to 1:00 GG5 Planning Committee (KC: Red Cedar B) 23 to 312 -possible Summit II dates 25 - 9:30 to 12:00 CampVol Executive Committee mtg (Lansing VAC) - Membership Committee (for spring campaign related to GGV and Summit) -Year of the Volunteer/Give 5 Campaign Committee --Continue Local Volunteerism Summits & MNF's White Paper briefings MAR possible Summit II dates 1 or 2 -4-8 -NCNA visit to DC 23- 10:00 to 1:00 GG5 Planning Committee (Hyatt Regency, Dearborn) 25 -- 9:30 to 12:00 CampVol Executive Committee mtg (Lansing VAC) - Hearings on White Paper --Continue Local Volunteerism Summits & MNF's White paper briefings (B. Ivory's Ofc) 15 or 16-Finance Committee (KC: Centennial B&C) 29 -- 9:00 to 1:00 Executive Committee - Program & Public Policy Committees -Year of the Volunteer/Give 5 Campaign Committee 13 -- 9:00 to 4:00 14 - 8:00 to 5:00 Annual Meeting of the Trustees (Hyatt, Dearborn) Grantmakers/Grantseekers Seminar V (Hyatt, Dearborn) 2 �-White Paper/Summit Workgroup (implementation plan & plan Summit ill) 13- 9:00 to 1:00 Executive Committee Finance Committee 15 or 16 - Give 5 Campaign Committee (KC: Centennial B&C) --Debriefing, Grantmakers/Grantseekers V Co-Chairs -- Membership Committee (for fall campaign) -- Audit Committee -- Begin Series of Briefings leading to Summit ill in Feb/March -- Membership/Nominating Committee -- Public Policy & Program Committees -- Grantmak:ers/Grantseekers VI Program Committee Finance Committee 14 Of 15 -28 --9:00 to 1:00 Executive Committee -- Give 5 Campaign Committee (B. Ivory's Ofc) (KC: Centennial B&C) 11 -- 9:00 to 4:00 Annual Meeting of the Trustees (Location T.B.A.) -- Grantmak:ers/Grantseekers VI Program Committee -- Public Policy & Pro~ Committees -- Give 5 Campaign Committee -- Finance Committee - Executive Committee -- Grantmak:ers/Grantseekers Program Committee -- Membership Committee (for spring campaign related to GGVI and Summit) -- Give 5 Campaign Committee --Summit ill - Grantmak:ers/Grantseekers Program Committee -Finance Committee - Executive Committee 4 -- 9:00 to 5:00 5 -- 8:00 to 5:00 Board of Trustees Meeting in Dearborn Grantmak:ers/Grantseekers Seminar VI, Dearborn rcf:da.te9293 .lst,cm\exec,OOOO 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_Board-Book_1992-10-12_Two-Year-Planning-Calendar Title A name given to the resource Michigan Nonprofit Forum 1992-10-12 board book two-year planning calendar Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Michigan Nonprofit Forum. Board of Trustees Description An account of the resource Michigan Nonprofit Forum 1992-10-12 board book two-year planning calendar. 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, 49634 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 1992-10-12 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/cf11ca845d4545e1b7a69d7bd363ae85.pdf bf986400ff135c3d61fb35f09a5ef310 PDF Text Text MICHIGAN NONPROFIT FORUM 34 KELLOGG CENTER EAST LANSING, MICHIGAN 48824-1022 Phone: 517/353-5038 Fax: 517/336-1327 An affiance to promote giving, volunteering and a strong, effective nonprofit sector in Michigan. GOVERNING BOARD Association oflndependent Colltgts and Universities ofMictdgan October 5, 1992 [ADDRESSED TO NONPROFIT "NETWORK ORGANIZATIONS] Congress of National Blade Churchu /Michigan Affiliate Dear «sab>: Council ofMichigan Foundations This is such an important document that I wanted you to have a copy as soon as possible. Council of Michigan Urban Leagues Jewish Community Council Michigan Association of School A dmimstrators Michigan Association of School Boards I just received this final version (misdated September 13, when first drafted) of an important national statement about our joint work in the nonprofit sector. It comes at a significant time of renewal in this sector, and stands as only the second national statement of its kind. (The first was issued in draft form in August by the Independent Sector in Washington.) Michigan Catholic Conference Michigan Community Action Agtncy Association Michigan Community College Association Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs Michigan Ecumenical Forum Michigan Health Council Michigan League for Human Services Presidents Council. State Universities of Michigan United Way of Michigan AT-LARGE TRUSTEES Richard H. Austin. Michigan Department of State John S. Lore, National Society of Fund Raising Executives Russell G.Mawby. W.K. Kellogg Foundation George W. Romney. National Volunteer Center Elizabeth S. Upjohn. Kalamazoo Foundation The Michigan Nonprofit Forum participated in shaping this document and is in the process of generating the nation's first state-level "white paper" on the nonprofit sector. And we need your input. The MNF White Paper was launched in February when we brought together leaders from business, government and the nonprofit sector to consider the changing relations of these sectors in serving the public good. The MNF White Paper — intended as a tool for discussion, education and advocacy — is now in draft form and soon will be circulated for review in a wide range of forums. Should your organization be included in this process? Do you have a forum where the MI White Paper could be discussed? I hope to hear from you about this important opportunity. For your convenience, I enclose a Response Form and ask that you fax or mail it to us by October 23. Sincerely, Maryellen J. Lewis Executive Director encl: National Council of Nonprofit Asns White Paper Response form EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Maryellen J. Lewi* ref:wht21003.mrg,prg\white,6400 �MICHIGAN NONPROFIT FORUM 34 KELLOGG CENTER EAST LANSING, MICHIGAN 48824-1022 Phone: 517/353-5038 Fax: 517/336-1327 An alliance to promote giving, volunteering and a strong, effective nonprofit sector in Michigan. RESPONSE FORM First Michigan White Paper on the Nonprofit Sector Name Organization: Address: Title: Zip: Phone: FAX: Yes, my organization should be involved in shaping this important Michigan statement. We want to explore conducting a discussion of the draft MI White Paper within one of our programs in the next four months. When received, we will circulate the draft MI White Paper for written comments from our constituencies. Other No, we choose not to be actively involved at this time, but keep us informed. Please remove us from your mailing list. PLEASE COMPLETE AND RETURN THIS FORM TO THE ABOVE ADDRESS BEFORE FRIDAY, OCTOBER 23,1992. THANK YOU. ref:10/3/92,whm003.frm,ro\wht,6400 � 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_1992-10-12_White-Paper-Letter-and-Response-Form Title A name given to the resource Michigan Nonprofit Forum 1992-10-12 board book white paper letter and response form Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Michigan Nonprofit Forum. Board of Trustees Description An account of the resource Michigan Nonprofit Forum 1992-10-12 board book white paper letter and response form. 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, 49635 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 1992-10-12 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/81ab276c03c5afafc1a2c58ffcc59e00.pdf 24913eaca0500bd33d76979b3fe7318b PDF Text Text DRAFT (August 14, 1992) RATIONALE FOR THE NONPROFIT SECTOR: WHITE PAPER To be published by the Independent Sector, prepared by Janne Gallagher �DRAEf- Auaust 14. 1292 THE ROLE OF THB INDBPENDBNT SECTOR The independent sector-nearly one million nonprofit charitable, education~. rellalous, and social welfare oqanizations-collectively ·creates, nurtures, and auatains values that are the framework of American life. It promotes altruism in an economic system that rewards attention to the bottom line. It supports and encourages pluralism in a world that drives toward conformity. It introduces community to a society that prizes individualism. It provokes, challenges, and questions. It also teaches, mediates, and heals. All independent sector oreanizations operate as nonprofits. subject to a fundamental leaal ban on private benefit. Controlled by volunteer boards, their assets irrevocably dedicated to public purposes, the organizations of the independent sector belone. in a very real sense, to the public at larae. The independent sector is a vital force in the Am~rlcan economy. Representing nearly 7% of national income in 1990, the independent sector r.mployed more than nine million people. It is also a powerful force to mobilize voluntary contributions for the public &ood. Private contributions to independent sector or&anizations were nearly $123 bitlion in 1990 and nearly one hundred million volunteers contributed their services. That y~ the independent sector spent $389 billion in the course of providing a wide array oi services. While these data offer some sense of the sector's size, they do not provide a true measure of its importance in American life. This must be understood, instead, in terms of the important social and cultural values that the sector embodies and sustains. As leaders from other countries increasingly recognize, much of what is best in the American character is nurtured by, and finds expression through, the voluntary sector. Altruism: The independent sector affirms that all human beings have a basic moral obli&ation to look beyond themselves, to undertake activities that contribute to the betterment of others-other people, other species, future generations. Regard for the cares and concerns of others is both a necessary counterpoint to the self-re&ard which is the basis of capitalism and a foundation for the dialogue and compromise necessary to democracy. Neither democracy nor capitalism would survive for long in the absence of altruism. The value of altruism is at the core of the independent sector. It is both the most important unifying principle in an otherwise diverse group of or&anizations and the root of all other values encompassed by the independent sector. Values based in altruism-compassion, humility, respect for others, concern for the future well-bein& of the community, and justice for all-thread throuah the work of the independent sector. Voluntary organizations teach the value of altruism by challenging their supporters to cooperate generously and unselfishly toward a common &ood. They offer a structure throu&h which individuals can panicipate directly in activities that benefit others. �Paqa 2 Pluralism: Pluralism. a central value of American life, Is also a unifying principle for tho independent sector. America is a land of divenity-in populations, in religious beliefs, and in political philosophies. Much of America's creativity has been born in this diversity. Pluralism affirms that the strength of the nation depends on respecting the differences among its inhabitants and encouraging debate amona competing poin~s of view. The independent sector is critical to maintalnina and encourqin& pluralism. Each of the nonprofit organizations that make up the independent sector came into bein& because individuals sharing a common perspective came together to act on their own ideas and values about the public &ood. Some of these organizations work in areas that ~ovemment is forbidden to enter, as in the cnse of religion. Others flourish in areas central to the expression of ideas, where government intrusion carries the risk of suppression of dissent. The independent sector is also home to organizations which meet a wide variety of human n~s-from those that do not command majority consensus to those where people seek pluralism .among providers.r ' Community: The ties of community are critical to the functionin& of economic, political, and social Jife. While teaching and supporting the -value of pluralism, the independent sector also makes possible the creation and maintenance of communities. Community can refer to a geographical unit-a neighborhood, a city, a state, a nation. It also can mean a group of individuals sharing a common interest or goal. Communities bind themselves together through the mediation of voluntary institutions which bring members of communities together in trust and openness, in responsibility and love. · Education provides the tools of scholarship, discipline, and creativity that enable individuals to participate effectively in community life. Arts, culture, and the humanities contribute to a community's sense of self-identification-through preservation and presentation of the cultural expression of community life-and, by challenging old assumptions, foster new ways of perceiving the community. Human service, health, and religious organizations teach compassion for the needs of others, provide structures through which members of a community can learn about and work together to alleviate community problems, and offer a commitment to meeting future community challenges. Environmental, human rights, and public policy organizations teach fundamental skills of democratic participation, consensus building, and leadership. • • • The independent sector is the linchpin of American society. Business and iOvernment acting alone could not sustain either the three fundamental values of altruism, pluralism, · and community or the underlying values of trust, compassion, justice, and moral behavior. Government, business, indeed all Americans, have a fundamental interest in preserving and strengthening the independent sector. Freedom from taxation and the right to receive taxdeductible charitable contributions are two important ways in which society manifests its support for the integrity, independence, and continued existence of the independent sector. �Dmff. - July 9, 1992. Mote than 42,000 organiutions exiSt to promote knowledge about aad e3tprcssion of the visual and performing arts; the humanities,. including literatur~, h!Jt?IY, and philo~y; and.scientirlC creativity. Jly supportina, encoura&Ing, prcseNins, dasp1a)'U1J, and interpreting the wotks of human ~resslon, w. cultund. and hurnaniti~ otpnir;ations provide a structure through which the valuea of creativity and culture arc communkatcd to society. 'Iba ability of these nonprofit organizations to muster private charitable contributions, foundallon support, and assistance from volunteers, frees culture and the humanities from Cl)rtlpletc dependence either on· the goveru· ment, with its demands of political cOrrectness, or on the market. with its requirements that creAtive output be commercially via\lle. Commuuit)'s Throughout civilization, arti5tic and humanistiC expression lw provided a focus for communities and a means of self-identification. Col\terts, performances and exhibit& all offer an oppattunlty for people of disparate backcround and inttrests to Join together in sharing a corn men inteJCSl or in marking a ceremonial ocx:asiol\ in the lifo of a community. Arts, culture, and the humanities are a vital mechanism for communicaUon amona pooples. Through partlcipatin1 in anothet culture, we can tJeein to grup the valuc.1 of that culture. . . The community is created, reflected, Md interpreted throuzh exploration ot culture and the humanities, a process that trequcntly is joyous but one that Q8D be unoomrottable as well. Tbe eteator's vision of a society may differ signiftamtly (tom the way in which the society prefers ta view itself. But by ukine questions, cbaUenaing..usumptions, providing an altemativt view, an, culture and the humanities contribute to the community' a xlf-lcnowledg~. PluraUsm1 Through the voices of diversity, aru, culture and tbe bumani~ challe~tge a &ociety to look at itaelf trom many different points of view, to questiOn its values and shape its future. Presentation of dlver&ent points of view Ia key to all of the other valu~ embodied by culture, inch•ding it! role in challenging and creating c:ornmunity, ptomoUng excellence, and encouraginc freedom or expression. Where existing 1roups fail to provide a voice to nM-Ciominant fonns of ~pression, the ability of interested people to form new assoclations lllows the ereatlon of alternative cultural or:anizations, devoted to performin& and ~tift& works from culture& other than the Weatmt ttadition, expe.rimentma witn new idea.s abOut culture. utd developing a new, more divcrae, American creative expremon. Alternative theaterS, danQe companies, and not\~ofit exlu'bition spaces ar\d galleries abound~ provJdin& tbe public with a wido range of ehoice and challenging the assumption& ot ~ating in.ttuti~s. .. . �a ~· . Paec2 Presenattonz Art ... painting, muatc, dance, IOftC- is endemic to all~~ as ialltaratute, poetry, and Other creative expression, au"' u soicntifie discovery. :nuouah prewvation ot ~e works of past cultures, cultural organizatioJtS open an ImpOrtant WJndow to our undcrstand&ng of th~ past, enablh~ us to know mo~ of a JOCiety than j~t 1tJ social or political accom· pliahmenta. " rcpresentlna the world'• cultural and natural common Mu11cums collect and proc.:ct objects herim&e: lhcy also pr~e, reatOt6, and display them for the gencn1 public and provide a focus for scholarly research. Olchestras recreate the musi<:al worb or the pMt, sometimes using inatnunems of the period. Video technolocy rtO~i pUmits preaervatkm of gr~t worka of dance and evert of \he recbntqu~ used by ~ ~ of dance. Creati,itys Art, llten.ture, and science all stimulato ~ provido an ouUet for humanlt1's · ereatlvo impulses. Creative endeavor stimulate& new inquiries and new ruponsoa, helps aoelety to rcimagtne itself, and contribute~ orlginalldeas that touch all areas of life. Cultural organiza· tions offer a structvre which suppom tha exercise of creative &enius and thtough which that ereatlvity can teach a broad publi~ audience. Excellence: Freed from the need to d~· wholly on ticket aales for re-venue, nonprofit cultural or&at\izalions contribute substantJally to the dcvdopmenL of h\m\a.n potential by promoting excellence in cnatlve explaiion and by providing waya to brine that exprealon to the genenl p\lblic. Participation in art, whetba aa maker or audicnoe, educates people about the great cultural achievement& of different civUiutions, enrlcta the1r lives, and provides access to geniu11. By fosterlnJ tho nlue or striving toward ~cdlc:nco, cultural organiWions teach 811 important lesson that c:arries over to other aspects olllfa. DiSclpllne; The creation of a work demand& Intense discipline on the part of the creator. Studying an inslrumertt, wrldn' a play, lcuni"' the akiUs of a dance !orm, practicing u art ar a eraft, engender a di'cipline in youug people thal ~fits them throughout their ~ueation and thdr lives. Cultural orsantzationa aupport educalion in a variety of ways that ra.nge f'rom youth orchestras and clan~ company schools to teaching ln dcmen~ar1 and secondary &ehools. Altrubm: Support for the artS, culture, and the humanitic& in our society depends on substantial charitable gi1l.s from individuals. corporations, and foundations, and on the commitment to service Of hundreds of thousands of volunteers. Tho sc:nerosity of donors and volunteer& rcinfgrccs the values of giving and service and is itself a substantial &)ft to the community, �.• • • ' ' Education. itself a central value of American lite, b key to the deVelopment of olhez values that make mmmunity life and eulture possible. I>emocmcy works best with art educated citizenry, one that is eapab~ of critical thinld1lg and public discourso. The innovation and opportunity that galvanize our economic lifo ~ 11\creuin&ly sophisticated levels or intellCQtual skills. Community life, culture, arts, lttenture, all depend on an educated populace. From the earliest colonial da)'$, Americana bave established schools, coUetes, and universities to ensure that this country's young people have the opportunity for a.\ education. CYUuw, sooial, and community nonprofit of&aniz.ations also offer rich cduational proerama and opportuniti~ for formal and Informal learning at every stage of Jlfe. SclloJarshlp: The core value of all edlicationat· mstit\ltimts is scholarship: teaching and · Jcami01. Throu&b their teachin& function, educational institutions belp students at all Ieveli develop the abUit1 to think crit1cally; to uDCicnta.nd · in~tionshipa and consequences; to comprehend differing ptrspectives on the world; to focus on the pasl and future, not just the present. These sldtls ue the basic tools atudeots need to participate in the democratic process and in community life. · Working at institutions of hi&hcr edycadon, scl\olars and researchers advance the bounds of human lcnowlcdte, develop new technologiea, and creace climates of innovation and crcatlvity. ~tl\ government and business depend heavily on ~ carried on at colleges and universities and on ~ss to an educated labor force with the strong teehnlcal and intellectual sldlls needed to compete in today's &lobal economy. Excellenc:e: 'I1le pursuit of l'bolarship demanda that students Jearn a commitme~tt to diseipline and to excellence. It stimulates creativity. It provides students with a cultural and in\ellectual haitagc that encouraaca &hem to seek outside themselves ror meanins and purpose in tholr lives. Educational institutions offer a forum in which students can grow and learn and in which faculty members can pursue teaching, scholarship, rCICai'Ch, artlstle expression, and service. Plural~m: The basic plotallsm of American Ufe is reflected in the wide divertity Jn American educatiol'al iiUtitutlons. Public insdtuti~nt attlrm th~ value of equal edueatlonal opportunity for all. Over the yean, families and studenu sealciftl diYCility in curtieuta, in teaching methods, and in values, have created and supported private institutions that respond to their necda and Interest~, As a re.!ult of their ,fforts, students and faculty are free to select from an array of publle and private Institutions gfferlnc a wido Klec\ion of eurrieula and differing philosophies of learning. Educational institutions are an important locus tor debate over ideas. While the institutions thcmaclv~ remain politically neutral, rcscaroh ~ed Ol\ in colleges and universities contn'butes importantly to public debate, providin& bM;kground, facts. analyses and now ideas about public �} .• . .. . Page 2 iss~. Bdu"tional institutions sponsor pubUc forum! and debates, &ivin&atudents. faculty. and members of the publlc an opportunity to bear opposln& points of view on important public iuuC$. Univeraity presses p\lbJis'b significant works of scholarship lhat commercial publishers would reject. ' Commublty: Schools, eoUe&es. and univenides are communities of scholars and studeats. cpportunities to tranaform themselves from mdlviduals into participatin& members of the larger Th~y offer studMtl their first experience of tunctionin& in a community and provide them conlmunity. Education helps students to grow in thtir ability to understand and accept dift"erin& points ot · view. an in"easingly important akil1 as the population of the United State~ increases in diversity. Museums adcl opponunities tor people of all ages, lntete$t&, and bacqrounds to explore dlvmc lcarnin& cnvironmenta. By providing a voice fo~ ~iveqent points of view anc1 for diff'creot cultural perspectives, they open the iJSue of cultural diversity ro the whole community. Bducated indMduals contribute ideas, knowledge, and leadership to the oommunity. Educational institution• are an endurlns pracnce in their wmmunitiea, linldn~ p&St and futllre. They are an important focus of ggi1\J1lunlty life; brlngln& together studenta, their families. alumni ar:'d businesses through shared lnterat in the welfare and future of tho school. By expo&ir\g students to the accumulated knowledge or the past, dley provide leadcnhlp and wisdom for tho future. Ethical Behavior: Education equips students to examine and apply ethieal principles to use in guiding their lives. · Religiously-affiliated schools teacb the value of rellcious faith in discovering the meantn, and purpose ot llfc, and u a foundaUoll for the values of justioe, compassion, and scrvico. More broadly, e4ueadon, rdiglout or secular, encoUiagcs mxicnu to develop AtandardJ for principle4 behavior and to ~opt valuea that demonstrate reprd for others. Altruism: Educationll institutions challenge people to stve time and money tor the public good. AmeriQ&ns gave an estimattd S12.4 bllUon tD education In 1990 and also &ave geuerously of their time. Soliciting ehuitable contributions and volunteer involvement from alumni and others r~nforea the value of giving and the social obllcatlon to help make education available to ollie~. . .. . �• • QRft - May 14. 1992 Prom the mtddle of the nineteenth century onward, enviroclmtntal aroup• have labored to preserve and protect the environment. They have done 10 primarily throu&b their effott.s to influence locaJ, national, and international government policy. but environmental organizations also wry on mearch, educate the pubUc, organize servlce activleie.s, and ln some cases acQUlro land to be pre$e~Ved for 1)\'blic JM'POIU· Jn so doing, environmental organizations have nurtured and supported ~ues which art critical to the well..befng of the world. Pteservallon: 'Ibe purpose of th~ environmelltal movement ls the protection of the CIU'th and all forma of life which inhabit lt. Pieservation Wc.es many forms: safeguarding endangered species of plant• and animals; maintalnins a variety orhabi~ata; protectina both old srowth foro$\ and ttoplcal talnforest; preservin1 and restoring weUands; guarding human heallh from toxic substances and pollutants; maintainina and Increasing wilderne.u areas; controlling the growth of the human population; preseNing dlvene human cultures~ advocating stewardship of the global commons; and protecting the eattb 'J atmOSftlrre. Achlcvin& tho &oal of pmerving and ~toting the earth '1 biosphere involves envitonmental oraanit.aUons as advocates and teachers ot tbc value ol prescrviJl& and protecting Cha environment. or Altruism: Unselfishness is 11 the h~:art the environmental movement. Environmental organirations stand u a counterweipt to the forte~ of etAOnomic selt-lotercst which too frequently threaten the environment The envlroruncntal movement calls on individual•, eorpo.. rations, and governments to wei8h how their decisions affect other life, lO appreciate and praclioe l~materlallstic way• ot living, and to consider 1he ntcds of the futuro as well aa those of the prelent. Environmental orpnlr..ationa abo promote the' value of altnrism by uldng lndlviduaJa to ctvc thelr time to activities Chat promote and protccl the environment. ThousMd& of volunteers work on project~ from testifyh11 at city council beaJin&s on J.OI\ing proposats to conJtructinr. and maintaining trails in state and national parks. Vohtntary contributions, another expression af altruism, form much of the financial support of the environmerttal movement. Couununlty: John Muir wroto. •we all dwell in a house or one room. • Environmental organizations wort throughout the world to trach tho principle that the eanh Is a community • with each Jife supportina another and ell life givln& nurture to 1he whole. Aa it becomes increasinst)' clear that 10lvin& many cnvironmcnt&d problems will require the elose cooper~tlon of the aoveramants of all nations, environmental orprliuLions are playing an inatrumental role in faclJltatin& intemalionaJ meetings to diSCUII cnYii'OfJmantal accords. �I • •• . ;, Environmental ortanlzations ptOmo&e the 8rowdt or a aense or tomm\11\ity in nw.ny other ways as weJI. TM1 de\telop constituencies around environmental choice& made at 1h~ national, state, and local 1~ on issues sudl as transponation and d~\opment They offer a place for indivJduats in~ in environmental isaue~ to come together to work to make thclr communldos:a better place. Democrat)':. Bnvironmeaw organizations contn'bute to the vitality or democr.cy through their efforts as adv~tes in various &ovemment, public, and buslnen forums and by seMna 11 a dependable ~ economlcally dislntetestcd aource of information about actions affecting 1M environment. 'Ibroupout both the developed and tho developing world, environmental group• are a democtatizln& intl~ as they otTer a nledlanbm throqh which citizens tnnuence their countries• policies on a range of vital ilsues from rnan&Qement or natural re1ources to populalion control. Ethkal BehetYior: Bnvfronmcntal orpniationa advoeatA: ethical standards for the treatme~~t of 111e car1h an~ Jts inhabitants which ate baled on respect for diversity in evCI)' realm. '11»y offer a moral ~ Jroundcd in plaoing the needs ot the community of life above immediate personal gratification. They remind us that we mu• consider the future, aa wel\ as the \')I'CSa't. They instruct us fn compassion and humitlty. They teach both the importanee of individual choioe based on tbete principles and lndividuahesponsi~iUt)' tor participating in collective action to incorponll.e ~ standards In policy decisions. or Regard for :the Fut~arc: Environmental orpniza\ions play a si&nifieant role in direotlnJ the attention of :SOCiety to the future con~equences of today's cboloes. In a wodd whero ohoica made by botft buainm and goven'lmenl frequently Jte dictaLed by sueb short-term considerations as the desite to be reelected to otftcc or to tepOl1 a sub1t1ntial profit at the cod or a partieutar year. envirOnmental organhations speak for futuro years and futute gMer8.tlons. B:nvironmcn~ c>tganl!aUons Jook to the future over a ranee of issues from the coosequence~ to th~ earth of iubstantlal population increases to thr. damage rc.suJting from destruction or the tropical raio forests. Environmental organlzaUons are promotina public debate over the consequen~ of the incre.sing globalizalion of the economy re.suiUng from the growth of multination~ COJpQ"'&ions, the future of tho nation-st.ata as a sianificant poUticaJ rorce, and the prospedl f~r increasing the level of democratic participation in the choicta made by both bus1ncu anq government. . ~ . ~ �.. •. ~ , • Pmfl •• July 1, 1992 ~ llOLB 01' JIBALm 0aGANIZA110NB XN TI1B VOUJNTAR.Y SEcrOR The nearly ~9.000 not for profit health organizations that fonn part o£ the volunlat)' sector range from grou~ which are aotivc ln the pm•entiM er treatment ot diseases, birth ddeets, and genetic disOrders, to hospitals and other provideR of health care. Toaether these institutions embody and nurture important community vatuea includinS t!le development of human potential. compa&lloniand alttui5nt · Developing Human Potential: Sound health is key to a fvlfi1ling, productive life. Through ~eh. oCJuoation, and treatment, nonprofit health organizations assist individuals in maintaininJ their health and in minimizing as much u poeaibJe the adverse consequences of disease ancf di•bility. I By providing information about the causes, symptoms. and treatment of disease, as well u tbe irnpor1anae :or earl)' det~lion, hQ!th education enables people to make changes in thclr lives to reduce tbeit risk of lllness, to seek prompt med!eal attention at the earliest ·~or disease, and to obtain 0\e m01t effective remcdie.. fo1 th.elr problomt. I Many hcal&tl organizations as$ist individuals wlth ehrooic di~ and disabilities to lead fuller, moze prOductive, Uvea. They provide an outlet for individuals with problems lhat frequently create a sense of powerlessness. 'lbey encourage constructive social behavior. 'Jbey strcngthCQ lndiViduals;and famines by providing them with information and practical support. ~ons ~sin Health also develop human po!clldti th1011&h lboir role as the field of medical ~~~r~h1 carrying on or aupportinJ raeareh focused on the prevention and treatment of diseases and disabilities. They educate and train h~th profeaonals as well. 1 CompaaiJo: Nonprofit health cafe oraaniz.ations continue a eenturica old tradition of brinSiftg healing a~ comfOrt 10 \ho5e who suffer -- the lick and dyin&, victims of a<:Qdcnt and erlme, i~ndividuals: with disabilities, an.d the poor and disadvantaged. Nonprofit hospitals maintain a commit~t to meeti.n& the rteeds of individuals who cannot afford the cost of mod leal care and to providi~g essential, but sometime& unprofitable. services such as twenty-four hour a day emergency rtoo:ns and DCORltal intensive cate untu. Nonpro11t homes and seozvice& for the aging are. oommi~ted to rtaponding to lbe needs of the frail elderly in their communities, fpcluding the assurance ~at they will not be evicted trom the facility because they bcQome unable to pay the regular j''· AU.ndsm: 1us& as dieease is no respecter or social divisions, so organlzatiorts that work· to prevent di.'ease and mitig,att itt effects draw together people from an partS or the community lD clve fred~ of their time and financial retOurce5 in addressing iasues of common concern. Volunteers' co door to door to aollcit funds for health education and research. Volunteer boltdl . :. �I . I ,,. ~ •· • aovem the ~on of nonptOftt hospitals and other bealth care instltutiooso Volunteers pnwlde a wide ot pract.lcal help fro.n t.ransportatlcm to hospital visits. rancl Pluralism: 'I1lc diY~rsity of health or&&nlP.atiooa renecu and ~ces pturalism In American life. The a illty to create volurltary health groups ~ahlcs fntetcsted membcta or tJIQ public to act OR heal ·Jdated l.ssuea that ,ovemment is unwiDiJ\1 or unable to address. Almost all of the initial respo so to the AlPS epidemic, and much of the continuing respon~ hu come from voluntary h th orpnizationa~ many of them newly formed. 'Ibis cxtmplifies a longstanding tradition in which individuals have tanned orsanlutiona to promt* research and education concc.minJ iaKa Me! clllabilliieso Commun : 'Health ~ institutions IUCh u bospilals and nursing homes are created out or oommunlty ccd and play an baponant role In binding their communiuca together. Thete Institutions ffer a commitment of continuity to tbe conununlty: that care wiD be available when and as it is eeded and that plannln~ will take into aooount lhe <XHnmunity' a future needs as well u those of presen\. Voluntary hospitals and health c:are lnstltutJons have evidenced a atrong commitmen to their communities in bad times. u well u in good, remaining open in inneto.cll)' nei&}lborh and rural communities lOfl& since abandoned by profit·motlvatcd organlzatlona. Health or fzations also scrve their communiti~ by playlne a leadership role in ide~tirying community roblems related to llea11h, by buildln& ooalltlona to meet community needs, and by acting N for increued public and private fundina to teaolvc community problems. rocatea Clvk Parti~patlon: Many health oraanlJatlons act as ad\IOCite$ on a rante of social issues afl'ecdng and health~. These incluck access to health eare. the need f'or adequate h:e:h ::l::::::=,=~::~:t:.::l=~na, u~1 0 ::: rellglou~·afftllated nuninJ homes, houain& pro,rama. and reUrem~t centers, provid~ the comforts of rel!glon and shAred reliJious val"" to indivJduals facing disease, old age, and death, as well as din& a forum through which indivlduah Q!J1 practice their faith by serving olhets. Nonsec health ~e institutions also care for the spJritual ncech of their patients, taking steps to uro chat the comforts of faith arc available to those seeking them through their ooordina or pastoral service~. as 0 0 10 �..• ... ' "' . * Draft ... lui)' 2. 1992 TBB Oa..B OF H\.NAN lliGB11 ORGANIZAUONS IN '111B \'OUJNTQY SICmR People have formed nonprofit assodations to promoto human rlahts from the betinnla' of tho American bllc. Barly in the niDetccnth century adVOCltes for the abolition of slavery eatabllshed tiona to wry forward their CIWJe, Women aa!cd orpni.z.ations to flcht for the riaht to te. Today, a host of organizations !CCk to end diacrimlnatlon qainlt African· Americans, spanic.-Americana, saya, women, Individuals with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and olhs'a ho havo not been a~rdcd equaljty and ~ in Amerk:a. rights orpnizatioas are a meJor force for lhe renewal or the Amezbn political ying a moral vision of a scclety where all arc treated cqually, they continue to work to sform America into a ~try which embodies the values of equality, julticc, compassion, and rcapcct for the <Sfanlt1 of aD. These hum system. ~st Pluralisdl: j Humaa riJhts orcanlzatlons W&R created and today u a«'mutiona of the critical role ~Jaycd by pluralism Jn out society. 1n a nadoq made up or lndlvlduals from llWl)' cultures and; backgrounds, bulllll\ rlibtl or&anizationa are a voice for the principles of respect far diveraitft and rccoanltlon of tbe ri3hts of o\hen. Tbey Mind for the cmviction that a society where peop e are denied equality opportunity baaed M their race, their sex, their ethnic heritage, th ·, reliaion, tbelr Jeli.Ual preference, or whether they have physical or mental dlsabiUtics, ·a a IOCict.y that deniea pluratiam. or Aa we cod c twentieth cenlu.ry. tho world remains a place whclc dteso differences amonc · people tQO fteo leads to ~ and war. The stark deaiotation or JOVOrAI Ealtcm European tiona into baUlo-tom ctbni~ enclavcalt only ~ most recent example o( this axiom. While the nlted States is not immune to OOaJ and cthnk strife, the value of pluralism iJ key to efforts tolcrcate ud recreate" country where diff~ peoples can unite to form one nation. Human rig t.1 organization• provide a f~ for .preasl.na and teaching the value of pluraliJm, ay Jive to 1he w01ld a vJslon of America as a viaorous and open society whete the ideas d Yllu~ or different cuJtur~ QJld bae~unds are honored and where individuals the strength of their diff'en:nces to aolvina the problema faced by a pluralistic Chie Partl patloa: Human rigbts organlzal.iona exist to provide advocacy and leadership for the rights o dlsadvan~a~cd people, to inject thote «mcems into the public debate, and to biing about positi social ebange. Human ri&hts organiationa champion a society In which everyone has access education, jobs, bealth care, and other public and private leTVices. To accompll&b these aoals· 11uman ri&hts organizations educate their members In 1he art of pardclpating etTectively n the proce1ses of r.owrnmtot and private-leCtOr decision making. '11\ey undertake research d provide tnformadon about issues bearinc on cliJcrimiDalion and inequality of treatment the publlo. to b\llmoas leaden, and 1o petiUileDt. They chatlca&e exlstln; I1 �... . . .. thlnkin& improve the q\Wity of c1ebate about th&:ae baa. Li~ation by human rlghtl oraanization bu bca1 mc&\tiallo the escablishment of bedrock principle$ of justice and fairness that beuofit • Giving, Se Ice, and C01n111uDlty: Human ricbts orpu:t.a1l01\$ eRato a commu.nity for their membeR. ey btin& together tndlviduals who, IC( apart from society, may feel themselves powerlu.s, ~d \each them the sU'ellgtb thll oome:a with ~mmunity. leaching out beyond their membershlpf they engage in dialogue with memben of the wider community. breaking down battiera of atred, suspicion, and rear. They are supported largely by charitable contributions and carry fi rward a tradition of aemce dedicated to acldevin& equality and justice. De•elop of JIWball Poteuttal: . By ,promoW, Justlce and equality, human ri&hts orpnizati s strive to male an envll'OIUnent in wbidt all people w develop to the Jimits of their potcm al, unhampered by a1ete0~ and prejudke. Human rJabts o.rganb.aticna have sucoccdcd • breakin& down aome burien to achievement; ltom a &irl pJayiJ\8 second bue on a Uttle ue team to the empow=m~t of African-Americans through eutorcemeat of the Votin1 Ri ts Act, the succcsse~ arc real. The ltnl&&le, howtvor, ia constant to p~tcct old pins whlJe tinulng to progress. Human richts or&anlution.s perseve~ ln placing themsc1vos at the heart of thia atruglo. . ... I:L. �•• .. •. I~ . :. l)qft- JulY 9. J?jl Americans avo been forming cbaritablo uiOQiatioas amoe the ·belinraina of the Republic. However, orialn of the modem human acrvlce oqanir.a.tlcn sterna fr&)m th~ period foUowina the end of Civil War which saw the ~rcation of a ransc of secular and rell&ious1y-affiliatect organu.ticm to provide an mayo( acrvic:es to help lmpayeriahed and immitranL populations and to impr ve the quality of life in American communities. Tbe work of some 7? ,(XX) human service org tiona nurt.u~m a wide rango of values, with particular emphasis on the import.anc6 f assisting individuala to develop to ~ tullea potential and of providing a compassion~ response to human need. Denlopb& UIIWI Poteailal: Human ~enice Ot&Miratioelt educato, mediate, •upport, aDd he«l, and in so doina they encourage the Mteat dcvdopment of human potentjal, ndueatioa ia c:cnttal to th mission of mMy human 3CMoc orpnizatioos. u they strive to help individuals understand emselves and others, to pow ts hunwibeinas. and bo become productive wotbn. effcc:tive ts, and responsible clduns. Man)' human servico orpnizaUons combine the delivery of ices with a fOCUJ on helpina individuals develop the abillty to be leaders u part of their commitment to empowerinc communities that oftM bve lacked a voice. Youth OlJ~Ilti'ons teach a taflBe of slciUs, from am sportllhroU&h community leadership and intwnati undczstand.in&, while MCOUaqillJ tho deVelopment of a leftSe of ldl--e$tcem and positive val . Othet oraanaations provide Job trainina and wist&nce to lnd1vlduals with ~ial n and to the unemployed. Pamily aetvice agencies CIOUilx:l and mpport troubled individuals famillea, educating them in wa)'l to cope wlth their difficulties. Child care centers cdu te prc-idloolcn and offer positive youth devdopment ~· for schoo1~a&o cbildren. From a Olrl Scout leadtt teaching a Pi how to conduct a science experiment, to a tounlelor working wi a troubled family, human service o~anizations support and aostaiA the efforts oC others to fu ly realize thcJr pote2ltial. Human service orpnizadons affirm the importance in human dcve opment of alton& ramiHct, viable communities, and positive moral cbaracter. CompamG • From the earliest days of American society, humM need has been a drivina force n ot human service orpniutiona. 'I1lc orpnir.ationa, their mluions, and thdr methods greatly, but the dosiro to ~ent aild ameliorate pBin. sufl'erinc. pOv~, and dlstre.ss, an to btJp young people, the elderly, and Olhus with apcc1aJ needs. links bu~ service org izations. behind the Human ~~zaliont diSiribute food lliiCI m011e7, run retupe mPtUiemcnt propam., supply em disaster relief service~, offer sbeltered worbhopa to Individuals wfiOie �• lo dlabilideJ coo scv~ to permit employment in tho teculu marketplace, care rot abused and abandoned hlldren, give shelter U) the homeless, opezate ueatmeut c:entcn for subst&n~ abusm pro lde hi&h-quallt)', aafe, child ~ proarama for dU1drea of workin& families, run r'*dentlal group homes for adultt with phydcal and mental disabilities and tor tho aging, and offer co naelin& and usiatai\U to lndJvtduals who bllYe been tho target or vioJcaee. Summer camps for people teadt &hem the value of a healthy environment, inclu4ing respect for animal and t Uf'o. ·~.and COilUDuulty: HullWl service ottaNzations are a vital structure through wfljch in<U duals can cha.onel their desire to help othcu. Be.\itb &ivinc an catimated $12.5 billion to h man 8CNice organir.atklns in 1989, mlllions of volunteers donated. their tlme to provide the aovernlna stnJcture of human seMcc orpn!zatJons, to help rai$e the cbari&ablo con\rlbuti that arc vital to COiltlnuing setYices, and to wilt In the delivery of a wide range . or communi ~erVIces. Theae volunlar)' effor1l relieve 1upayen of some of the burden they would o so face and supplement the abill~ of aovernment to otTer services 1o the communit~. 'J'hrouch thdr contributions of time and money to hurnan service orpnlzationJ, community identa become infcmned about community problems, and, more impottantly, gain a commitm 1 to help resolve them. . .. Glvlng, Plural!sJn: uman servlc:e Of8anlzations make an important contribution to foatorina the value or plurali . WhJie often working cooperadvely with aovemmenl Jn findlnc solutions to commwlity oblenu, human service orpnir.ations also provide an alternative to sovemment which t1 lndlvlduall with dlfferlnJ ideal and approaches to join qether in fostering iMovative uliona to L'OIIlmunity problems, as well aa in offering service~ for which sovemment ndlns may not be adequate or may not ex.iat at all. Many human service orcaniJa· Uons also I k to promote tho values inherent Ja a natiOI\ of racially and culturally dlvene populations, lncorporatlnc and atl'lnnlnc th~ dl~ t.ppi'C*~ of ctift'erent commut'liUea to the prob~s of an and teaching people from one cultural bacqround to undcntand and a:ppreciate values oC otbcn. . Clvlc hrt servJce org socjal chang out to the opportunlti patiou: Aa they klentify community problems and work to solve them, human · tions foster Ole value of civic partiCipation by aodng u advocates t'or posltlvc Many buman senice orcantzatioos teach tho value of civic partic~n, reachina oups they serve - rrom youns peoplo to tbe elderl)' - to provide them with · to participate in formulatin1 10lutitm to important social problems. y human aervic:e organizations aro rdigiously affiliated or prornole religious belief. of their m11~ons. .• �... .. ~'I . . ... ~ ~ . or&aniu\iona N"C flnt and foremost advocate$ for the pubtlo interest. 1bey clable and refreahing flow ef Independent Ideas and innOYilive solutioas to our ~icty•a pr terns. They ~e eatablllhed thlnkin& and Institutions with alttmativo philosophies·and vlewpolnts. In 10 doinl, they reillforee core ~uea or dell\~ratk:'eoclety. ~llc policy orpnlzallon• are made up or &MUP' or !*Pie Who come 1oSC1ber 111 act on own values and belief& about the public aood. 'n\ey arc volunW)'. diveno. competitive, and mtatlvely indcpeodcot hom state controls. Tb6y provide a voiCe !or dissent. They aro a v~ide for eneowaglng government and non ..sovemmcnl structures to respond to tho needs or lhe· , people of color, women. and othets who ftl.ce llgnificant oddt 1ft thelr pu1111it of the quali of lif-. Tbe)t offer a way tor lndlviduala who ahare a set of common ooncun& to brina about ce. Publlc policy organl~ons make sure that many voJces. even unpopular poinll of , are beard. 10 that tbe best possible answers will emerge out of tho crucible of democratic Pluralism: their! CiYlt Part •patlon: Public poHey organizations toinf'orce the core values of democracy by educatina tlzen• to ~Je them to participate In the dczuocratio prooess u advoeates Md leaders, \h y Increasing the stake each hu in Ute performance or government and society. They teach! the pmctical s1dlls of democratic problem aolvin&: how to solve ptOblems coopcraU~ , and lD the proccas to bUild brldses that cross racial, ~Jasa. and aociallines. Public poli slimulatin& re~hn public poll croups suppl)' ~. 8!1d infOfmati.on about important pub& problema, tc and informed diJeusslon among citiz.ells. They challenge existing thinking, solutions to problems, and supply ftlcts that otherwise would be missln& in Ute debate. Conunuai : Publlc policy Ol'tinizations challenge exlstiftg C()mmunities, helptne mtlzens to evaluate thCir social, educational, ml&lovs, buainea. and &overnmCAtal instlwdons. The.y help to oons~ ~ communities that are mote inclulivc in theit membenhip, more totenmt of differences,.~ more supportive or special needs. Ono of the tasks of pubtle policy orpnir.ations Is teaflnt down barriers that prevent run participation by disadvantaaed aroop~ racial and ethnic min ritiet, women, individuals wilh disabilities, people living in poverty, the inftrm cldcrlJ. · · Public poli y orsanir..tltions are themselves communities. They are organizations established by lndlviduaJs who oome ~ether in a community to effect chango. nay contribute the empow t of group action to individuals who often otherwise would be withoot power. They Inspire ~1empoYt'Cr cltlzens to become acllvc J)lrtldpants in solving their ~mmunity's, thtlr nation'• ~ tb~ world'• problems. . . .~ · ... 15 ... �' Fairness aDd Trust: PubUc policy oraaniiatioas emphasize tbe need for faimeu and lot acQOUntabill~ in policy decisions. They stand for measures such P direct citizen participation. open access: to meetinga, free availabWty of Jnfonnation, clarity of 1aaf4 standards. and acceu to judicial ~lew. Bacb of thele mcasum helpa to ensure that policy dcelalons are made fairly and openly,' taking into ~nt the view! of all ~-~led parties. To the eltent that pub1Jc polioy o~zations 1\K=ed in their goal of enturlng that diverse points ot view are ~ted in pJWeedJ~aa that are fundamentally fair, they gontribute to the growth of trust in our sociaJ and govemt'naltaJ lnstitudons. · I • I ' :;, �., ,; ., . ·J't·· .~ \..~ . nran - July 9. tm 'fH!1 ROLE OF lU:LlGIOVS ORGANIZA'tlONSIN THE VOUJNT.utYSECTOR Much of the .voluntary sector had its oriain in fdi&loA IlleS in institutions founded by and affiliated with churches and other religloua orpnbations. R.ellgious organi7ationa embody and sustain values or faith, compassion, service. and community that are vital to Ameriean nre. Faith: Religious faith oftera bellevers. and society· as a whole. a framework for making sense out of lite. lt provld~ an explanation ot the .ulUmate meaning of ~brence, Including the origins, purpoie, destiny, and UltimAte . fate ofhumankind. It extends a vl!ion of hope for humanity and a basis for making indlv!duel Choices tbat are rooted in justice, compas&lon, and setVke rather than in selt-Jntcresl. bUgious ortanizatlons teach the value and ·meaning tit faith to bolievera aDd non·beUevers alib and. by sponsoring practical ~pression• ot faith throup a broad raDgo of dlarltable enterprises, provide a mechanis:m for individuab to act on their value~ and beliefs. Gl"lnl, Senice, and Community. Am&!:ricana Jive sene:ously to religious organizationa. Nearly twO-thirds of Individual &iving ls contributed to religioua institutions. Religious organizations llso moollize substantial votunte« resources.. Nearly 30" ot the popul•\ion reported volunteering for churches and congregations in 1989. Many mo~ contributed time to rellgioully·motivated human service and education PI'O&mllS· Religious organizations are a major inf1uence in dcvclopln& tho value of &ivins and service · to both spiritual and seeular causes. Eighty percent of the members of Rligious organizations reponed that they made charitable contrlbutlons in 1989, and fifty-nine percent reported volunteering, in both cases a h~ propo~on than the population as a whole. Churches and othet religious organiza.tiom are mediating structure~, UnJdng !he individual to the larger aocJety. They provide a $Cil5c of eom~unity and belonging in a modem culture often marked by fra~JnentaUon and alienation. · • - Compassion : In addition to the eoftduc:t of worship services and othe:r liturgical lQtiVities, rcUgious OIJII1iz:ations are engaged In a broad ran&• of reliaiously~motivate.d pastoral, healing, teachin1, preachinc, and other mlnistrlea. leligious or,anizationa throuihout the oountry arc actively involved in f®ng the hvncry, clothing th~ naked. housing .the · homeless, educatina the unschooled, healing the 5ick, and comforting the beteaved. Ninety-three percent of all local religious congrecationJ have human servic:e programs. Pour-fifths offer farnUy counseling, attd one-third provide meala or shelter to the poor. · Some seventy-eight percent donate for international rc1iel or missionazy activity, and two- thirds sponsor hospices. health programs, bo!PIWs. or provide for ~ disabled, retarded, or j1' L �.. ~·, .~ ~ I other people in crisis. ~ congre,ations made SS.S biWon in direct &rants to other groupa, and paid $10.7 billion lot edu~tion, hu~ HtYiees, ani! health programs. Pluralkm: Freedom of religion is fundnmental to ARlerlcan lire. This freedom is reflected ln the more than four thousand rdlglous dcnomlnat:iolls and sects in the United States •• aU with va.tylng degrees of difFerent theoloJics, world view&, and methods or ministry. Indeed, Justice Brennan reoognlud that •government cranta cxomptiona lo reli3ious organization• becaliSe they uniquely contribute to the plunlism of American &Ociety by their rellgloua aotivities. • J!al:z v. Tu; Commiatlon. 397 U.S. 664, 689 (1970). Civic PartlclpRtlou: Rdi,ious ortaniulions arc not divorced from public life. Religious groups foster the value O( ciViC participatiQn by liWocating Id.iglously-based values, &Ucb U ·justice, compusion and serviee, which aro ~dal iO 1he preservation and survival of the society and of QOIDmunity life. Religious organizationa a1ao cnC()ura&• community participation in civic life through their challenges to th~ status quo. Nearly every significant socl~ advance ova the past two hundred years-t:rom nbolition, to the progressive movement. to civil rl1hts-..has been begun or affeeted by religious advocacy of adherenoe to hiaher principles ot conduct · Developmeot ofBuman Pollmtial: Religious organizations affirm the dignity and worth of human beings and work Cot the development of that resource. The real value of faith is judged, at least in part, by tho ~tent to wbleh Jives can be chansed and Improved by it. Religious ministries incll* the operation of chlld care centers, immiaratlon pro~ms, sertlinarles, homes for the apt. 11\Wion IOCietiel, orphanages, hospices, health-care facilities, o1emcntary and secondary scltools, colleges, youth camps, and retreat centers. . . . ' -. � 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. 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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_Board-Book_1992-10-12_White-Paper-on-Nonprofit-Sector-Draft Title A name given to the resource Michigan Nonprofit Forum 1992-10-12 board book white paper on nonprofit sector draft Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Michigan Nonprofit Forum. Board of Trustees Description An account of the resource Michigan Nonprofit Forum 1992-10-12 board book white paper on nonprofit sector draft. 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, 49636 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 1992-10-12 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/fbea428325a14e4bab3ff2c6c95e4088.pdf b534737ac97c5064c8b2392bdb621211 PDF Text Text RECOMMENDED PROCESS FOR DEVELOPMENT OF MICHIGAN NONPROFIT "WHITE PAPER" (MICHIGAN NONPROFIT F O R U M ) 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 Slews, 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 sub sector 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 � 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_1992-10-12_White-Paper-Process-Outline Title A name given to the resource Michigan Nonprofit Forum 1992-10-12 board book white paper process outline Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Michigan Nonprofit Forum. Board of Trustees Description An account of the resource Michigan Nonprofit Forum 1992-10-12 board book white paper process outline. 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, 49637 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 1992-10-12 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/788131612cd626074af291fa5f0354bb.pdf 7c55c04c33be99defc5d5570ab5754c0 PDF Text Text OCT 0 1. 19"" National Council of Nonprofit Associations September 25, 1992 Dear Friend, Enclosed is a White Paper developed by NCNA and delivered to President George Bush and Governor Bill Clinton for the purpose of informing them about ways in which government can strengthen and enrich communities in America through local, communitybased nonprofit organizations. These recommendations were developed by the PresidentiAl RAcf)mme'"!dPtirns Task Force of NCNA, and w~re r':wiewerf, expanded, and enhanced by the participants at NCNA's recent Annual Meeting which included nonprofit representatives from twenty of the largest states in the U.S. We believe these recommendations--if implemented--will dramatically improve the climate _for nonprofits to innovate, will strengthen the important partnership between government and the nonprofit sector, and will greatly expand the services provided by nonprofits that improve the quality of life in our communities. Entitled "How Government and Non profits Can Strengthen ar1d Er .rich American Commun ities,'' the Write Paper urges both candidates to promise a restructuring of the current burden of federal regulations that undermines much of the no ; , r.~rutit sector's capacity for innavation. The NCNA also urges both presidential cal1d;da1<·s to pledge a reassessment of tr1e tax code's effects on the nonprofit sector's iiteblood--financial contributions from individuals aod corporations. Among other recorrm.enaations, NCNA urges both r;and ida!es to hold a White House Conference on Nonprofit Initiative, . " .. .to recognize the value of philanthropy, charity, and volunteering, and to foster a better understanding of this vast part of our social fabric that is the nonprofit sector. We look forward to your comments. Sincerely, Betsy Johnson and Gerald Kaufman Co-Chairs . 1828 L Street, NW, Suite 505, Washington, D.C. 20036 (202) 785-3208 Fax (202) 466-5722 �HARMON, CURRAN, GALLAGHER & SPIELBERG 2001 S STREET, N.W. SUITE 430 WASHINGTON, D.C. 20009·1125 GAIL McGRIBVY HAIMON DlANI CURRAN ANN! SPI!LIDG TILIPHONB (202) S28·S'OO PAX (aoz) Sat-69l8 JANNI G. G.w.ADHBI. IIJUC I. OlJTZINSTBtN KAntBRINI A. NIYIR JBIIICA A. LAOD •AJJIXANDRA II. ACOSTA •ADNrrTID ONLY IN PINNIYLVANIA. MICHIGAN NONPROFIT FORUM WHITE PAPER ON VALUES AND ACCOUNTABILITY Draft -- August 2, 1992 Janne G. Gallagher �FROM H~RMON,CURR~N.G~LL~GHER&SPIELBERG 09.02.1992 1 5:42 HARMON, CtJllRAN, GALLAGHER A SPIELBERG INTRODUCTION Voluntary nonprofit or&anizations are a critical component of American life. Sometimes called the independent, or third, sector, nearly one million nonprofit charitable, educational, and reliaious or&anizations touch, affect, and influence our lives from their beginnings to their end. 1 Why these organizations exist in the United States, in such numbers and with such strength, is an issue that hu been debated for nearly two hundred years. For nearly the same length of time, debate has ra&ed over how the voluntary sector relates to the other two sectors: business and government. Less frequently discussed, but equally important, is the partnership between the voluntary sector and families. Our legal system traditionally traces the relationship between the voluntary sector and &overnment to the Elizabethan Statute of Charitable Uses, adopted in 1601, which created an exemption to the mortmain laws to permit gifts to charitable organizations. Much of the early law governing the voluntary sector arose in connection with the regulation of charitable bequests and charitable trusts. Today, however, the relationship between the voluntary sector and government is defined principally by the application of tax law, Nonprofit organizations organized and operated to carry out charitable, educational, religious, and certain other purposes are exempt from federal corporate income tax. Many of these organizations also are exempt from state corporate income taxation and from state and local property taxation. Depending on the state and the organization, they may be exempt from paying or collecting state and local sales tax. Contributions to them, with some limitations, are ded\lCtible from income when calculating federal, and in many cases state, income tax liability. The law of tax exemption recognizes two fundamental rationales for tax exemption: the inclusive one of promoting the well-being of the community and the limiting one of relieving a government burden. Economists, primarily addressing the rationale for federal corporate income taxation, have advanced a market-based set of theories for the existence of voluntary organizations, principally that they supply goods that the free market cannot supply in adequate quantity or with adequate quality, Political scientists suggest that the reason for the existence of the sector is one of government failure: that nonprofit organizations supply services that 1 In order not to get bog&ed down in debates over nomenclature, I have chosen to use the term voluntary sector in this paper to describe the group of nonprofit organizations which are exempt from tho federal corporate income tax under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code and eligible to receive tax-deductible charitable contributions. p. 3 �F~OM M~~MON,CURR~N.GHLL~GHER&SPIELB E RG p. HARMON, CtlBRAN, GALLAGHER A SPIBI.BUG . Page 2 government either cannot supply, as in the case of reli&lous worship, or does not supply in adequate quantity or quality due to lack of political consensus. Some thinkers, however, sug&est that both the economists and the political scientists focus too heavily on what the voluntary sector does-what services it supplies-i&norlng or dismissing what it is-what values it fosters and encourages. They argue that the voluntary sector is not just a manifestation of government or market failure, but a distinctive and vibrant institution that enables both aovomment and tho market to function. The flrst section of this paper discusses three pivotal values which aro taught and practiced in the voluntary sector. The second considers how those values are manifested in action. The third poses some issues with respect to accountability, regulation, and control. THB VALUBS 1 Voluntary organizations collectively create, nurture, and sustain values that are the framework of American life. They promote altruism in an economic system that rewards attention to the bottom line. They support and encourage pluralism in a world that drives toward conformity. They introduce community to a society that prizes individualism. They provoke, challenee, and question. They also teach, mediate, and heal. These values make possible both political democracy and economic capitalism, Altruism. The voluntary sector affirms that all human beings have a basic moral obligation to look beyond themselves, to undertake activities that contribute to the betterment of others-other people, other species, future generations. Regard for the cares and concerns of others is both a necessary counterpoint to the self-regard which is the basis of capitalism and a foundation for the dialogue and compromise necessary to democracy. Neither democracy nor capitalism would survive for long in the absence of altruism. The value of altruism is at the core of the voluntary sector. It is both the most important unifylna principle in an otherwise diverse group of organizations and the basis of all other values encompassed by the voluntary sector. Values rooted in altruism-compassion, humility, respect for others, concern for the future well-being of the community, justice for all-thread through the work of the voluntary sector. Voluntary organizations teach the value of altruism by challenging their supporters to cooperate generously and unselfishly toward a common good. They offer a structure through which individuals can participate directly in activities that benefi.t others. One form of participation 2This section draws heavily on papers prepared for INDEPENDENT SECTOR. 4 �FR OM H~RMON,CURR~N.G~LL~GHER&SPIELBERG 8 8.82.1992 15 :44 HARMON, CURRAN, GALLAGHER A SPIBLBERG Page3 is the voluntary contribution of money in support of the work of nonprofit oreantzations. INDEPENDENT SECTOR estimates that private contributions to these oreanizations totalled nearly $123 billion in 1990. There is much more to altruism than just signing a check, however. Millions of people who contribute to the financial support of nonprofit organizations also give generously of their time. INDEPENDENT SECTOR estimates volunteers contributed services in 1990 that equalled the labor of nearly six million full-time employees, about 40% of the sector's total employment. Pluralism. Pluralism, a central value of American life, is also a unifying principle for the voluntary sector. America is a land of diversity: diverse populations, diverse religious beliefs, and diverse political philosophies. Much of America's creativity has been born in this diversity. The value of pluralism acknowledges that the strength of the nation depends on respecting the differences among its inhabitants and encouraging debate among competing points of view. The voluntary sector is critical to maintaining and encouraging pluralism. Each of the nonprofit organizations that make up the voluntary sector came into being because a group of individuals sharing a common perspective came toiether to act on their own ideas and values about the public good. Some of these organizations act in areas that government is forbidden to undertake, as in the case of religion. The voluntary sector provides is the home for religious institutions. Others flourish in areas central to the expression of ideas, where government intrusion carries the risk of suppression of dissent. The voluntary sector is home to institutions which are enia&ed in the propagation of diverse ideas, values, philosophies, and cultures. It is the locus for organizations that challenge social policy and urge the need for positive social chanie. The ','oluntary sector also is horne to orianizations which meet a wide variety of human needs-from those that do not command majority consensus to those that benefit from choice among providers. Individuals who see a need may form an organization to act on it, creating an alternative to relying either on government or the market. In all cases, the voluntary sector is pluralism at work. Community. The ties of community are critical to the functioning of economic, political, and social life. While teaching and supporting the value of pluralism, the voluntary sector also makes possible the creation and maintenance of communities. Community often refers to a geographical unit-a neiihborhood, a city, a state, a nation. The term also includes groups of individuals sharing a common interest or goal. What matters is that p • 5 �FROM H~RMQN,CURR~N.G~LL~GHER&SPIELBERG <18.<12 . 1992 1 5145 HARMON. CUBRAN, GALLAGHER a SPIELBERG Page 4 the community lives, as John Oardner puts it, 11 in the minds of its members-in shared assumptions, beliefs, customs, ideas that give meaning, ideas that motivate.'' Vaclav Havel describes the role of voluntary organizations in the emergency of democracy in Czechoslovakia as one of rehabilitating values, such as trust, openness, responsibility, and love, which are the foundation of community. Encouraging these community values is at least as important in the United States to counterbalance the strong encouragement our society gives to the values of individualism and competitiveness. Communities bind themselves together through the mediation of voluntary institutions which bring members of communities together in a variety of ways. Education provides the tools· of scholarship, discipline, and creativity that enable individuals to participate effectively in community life. Arts, culture, and the humanities contribute to a community's sense of selfidentification, through preservation and presentation of the cultural expression of community life, while challenging assumptions and promoting the formation of new ways of perceiving the community, Human service, health, and religious organizations teach compassion for the needs of others, provide structures through which members of a community can learn about and work together to alleviate community problems, and offer a commitment to meeting future community challenges. Environmental, human rights, and public policy organizations teach fundamental skills of democratic participation, consensus building, and leadership. • • * The vaJues of altruism, pluralism, and community are not the only values that the voluntary sector encourages and supports. But they aro, I believe, the overarching ones. I have attached a table to this paper that lists a number of other important values identified by representatives of various voluntary organizations as critical to their purposes. This table may. help stimulate your thinking about other values your organizations may deem important. THB ACTIONS Having established a framework of values as the basic: contribution voluntary organizations make to society, the question arises of how those values are made manifest. This section of the paper offers some preliminary thoughts on that subject. This is a discussion that is just beginning. What follows is necessarily general. The task for voluntary or&anizations is to define the more specific actions that are appropriate to their particular charitable purposes. Hospitals and museums, to take just one example, will differ in how they implement the value of altruism. :: b �FR OM · H~ RMON , CURR~N . G~LL~GHER&SP I ELBERG HARMON, CURRAN, GALLAGHER PageS a SPIELBERG There also is considerable risk that any effort at assessing actions in terms of values will quickly deteriorate into an effort to justify whatever the organization is currently doing by fitting its activities into the new catesories. This risk. I believe. is unavoidable. Organizations with a strong board and staff commitment to self-examination can benefit from the exercise. Others will not. Altndnn and Private Benefit. Altruism can be neither taught nor practiced in an oreanization which is being operated for private. rather than public, benefit. This simple proposition is the root of the most basic and universally accepted of the legal constraints on the operations of voluntary organizations, namely that their resources must be used to benefit the public, not just a small groul> of members, insiders or stockholders, and that their assets must be committed irrevocably to public purposes. Surrendering the opportunity for private benefit liberates the voluntary sector to contribute the value of altruism to society. Altruism and Charitable Contrlbutionr. If altruism is a fundamental value of voluntary organizations, then one of the basic ways in which it is made manifest is its stimulus to people to contribute their time and money for the benefit of others. Relying on charitable contributions, even for a portion of their income. is a risky proposition for voluntary organizations. Nevertheless, it is a necessary one if voluntary organizations are to nurture the value of altruism . Few would argue that all voluntary organizations should be entirely supported through charitable contributions. Government financial support is an important component of many organizations' operating budgets. Fees for services. tuition payments, admissions charges, and similar assessments permit or&anizations to recoup part of their operating costs and allow them to reserve charitable contributions to support a range of activities for which payment is infeasible. Still, voluntary organizations traditionally have relied on charitable contributions for part of their financial support and in so doina have created and sustained an institutional mechanism that encour8ieS people to unselfish behavior. Altruism and Gift to th1 Community. If one side of altruism is stimulating charitable giving, its reverse is the gift that voluntary organizations make to others. Enshrined in the law of many states is a fundamental definition of charity, drawn from an old Massachusetts case, as a gift to the community. How the gift manifests itself will vary from organization to organization depending on its basic purposes. For health and human services organizations, the groups with which I am most familiar, the gift is one of services, and more particularly one of assuring that services are available to all: the poor as well as those who can afford to pay for them; the young; the elderly; people with special needs. Human services organizations realize this value by providing some, or all, of their services free or substantially below their actual cost and by including individuals who might be discriminated against by profit·motivated organizations. p. 7 �FROM HR R M O ~ , CU RRRN , GR L LRGHER&SP I E L BERG a a.a2.1 992 1 5 : 46 HARMON, CUIU\AN. GALLAGHER ll SPIELBERG Page6 The primary gift of educational organizations, public policy orsanizations, and those that support art, culture, and humanities, is ideas. The challenge to all of these organizations is to see that their gift of ideas is not confined to an educated elite. Religious organizations give faith. They offer a vision of hope for humanity and a basis for making individual choices that are rooted in justice, compassion, and service, rather than selfinterest. The outpouring of charitable support for religious organizations is perhaps the most striking example we have of altruism ln action. An organization's gift to the community should relate directly to its charitable purpose. Prom time to time, organizations may do something that ben~fits the community because it suita an institutional need. A hospital, for example, may pay for a stop light in front of its entrance. While the community benefits In the sense that it avoids spending tax dollars for this project, the benefit is not one that clearly and substantially relates to the hospital's basic purpose of providing health care. Pluralism and R1rp1ctfor Dlven/Jy. If pluralism is a central value of the voluntary sector, then pluralism should be manifest in the actions of individual organizations. Pluralism is expressed most obviously in the creation of organizations that support and encourage different beliefs, argue for different points of view, and provide services that respect the traditions and culture of different parts of the population. The challenge of pluralism for these voluntary organizations is to continue to be different: to confront the conventional views of society, to compel communities to reexamine their values and the reasons for their existence. The challenge of pluralism is greater for more traditional voluntary organizations. For them the questions include whether the leadership is willing to listen to views that differ from theirs; whether a service organization respects the beliefs and opinions of its clientele; whether an arts organization reaches beyond the traditional canon to present works that are difficult or unpopular, or which are rooted in other cultures and traditions: whether an organization exposes its membership to people, places, and ideas which they might not otherwise encounter. As i!l the case of altruism, all voluntary organizations should be able to explain clearly and convincinaly the ways in which they teach and practice the value of pluralism. Community and Trust. The task of community-building has never been more important. With our political institutions increasingly in disarray, voluntary organizations may be the country's last, best hope to rebuild the fundamental sense of trust and openness on which community is built. Trust is central to community and knowledge is central to trust. Objective manifestations of trust include such simple, but difficult to attain, measures as openness, honesty, and fair dealing, particularly in areas where they cannot easily be monitored. A nonprofit hospital should not create or facilitate an environment in which patients are subjected to unneeded treat- r'. 0 �FROM HARMON,CURRRN,GRLLRGHER&SPIELBERG 88.02.1992 !Sl47 HARMON, CtllUlAN, GAUAGHER a SPIELBERG Page7 ment. A nonprofit home for the aging should be particularly sensitive to the need to protect iu dependent residents from abusive treatment. Community and Und1rrtandlng. An important part of the contribution of voluntary organizations to buildin& community is bringing people toaether to accomplish a common goal. The actions needed to implement this principle include a willingness to reach outside the organization in a variety of ways to teach people about other needs. other cultures, other communities. All voluntary organizations can take actions that foster the growth of community knowledge and community understanding. Voluntary organizations also should act as mediators, seeking solutions to divisive community problems. Community and Panicipatlon. Voluntary organizations must be inclusive. They must regularly examine and remove barriers to participation, whether these are financial, social, or rooted in the perception that certain kinds of institutions are primarily for an elite. Community cmd Continuity. Finally, voluntary organizations should contribute to the building of community their commitment to preserving the past and to planning for the future. Since they are not driven by the need to realize short-term profits, or the desire to get reelected to political office, voluntary oraanizations are well-suited to undertake the tasks of helping communities understand and preserve their roots, while plannin& ways to assure that the community will survive and flourish in the future. Objective manifestations of this aspect of the value of community include a commitment to provide services when they are unprofitable, as well as when they are; the refusal to abandon a neighborhood or a city that has fallen on economic hard times; and efforts to rebuild failing communities. ACCOUNT ABILITY To whom should voluntary organizations be accountable, and how should that accountability be measured? There is no more difficult question. The answer lies, I believe, in a combination of accountability mechanisms that protect the essential independence of voluntary organizations while acknowledging the need for some form of external discipline to prevent abuses. The balance of this paper discusses some of the issues associated with accountability. Accountability to Self. The first, and most important, form of accountability is the duty of the organization to regularly examine itself. Every voluntary organization should have a built-in process to examine how its activities embody and perpetuate the basic values of voluntary organizations. The nature of the process, and the frequency with which a self-examination is P. 9 �FROM H~RMON,CURR~N.G~LL~GHER&SPIELBERG ee.e2.1992 15149 HARMON, CtJBRAN. GAUAGHER & SPIELBERG PageS conducted, will differ from organization to organization depending on the organir.ation's size and the complexity of its mission. Mission 1tatements are an important part of accountability to selC. They lihould address the fundamental values of altruism, pluralism, and community and identify how each of the organization's activities supports and encourages one or more of those values. Mission statements also should identify additional values that are fundamental to the organization's purposes, and describe how its activities perpetuate those additional values. Organizations should regularly examine their activities to determine whether they match community need in light of the organization's values. Community need, not .economic return or institutional self-interest, should be the primary basis for institutional decisions. While the organization's financial resources, and the experience and abilities of its staff, will play an important role in the final decision of which activities it undertakes, a willingness to take institutional risks and to seek additional sources of support mark organizations' commitment to altruism, pluralism, and community. Efforts are underway among some groups of voluntary organizations to devise methods of selfassessment. The Catholic Health Association's Social Accoun~ablllty Budget is a notable example which provides detailed euidance to hospitals seeking to plan for and report the benefits they provide their communities, and especially services to the poor. The American Association of Museum's new report, Excellence and Equity.· Educmlon and the Public Dimension of Museums, contains specific recommendations for making education central to museum's mission and for increasing diversity in museum operations and programs. AccountabU/ly to th1 Public. Voluntary organizations owe their donors, both present and prospective, regular explanations of what the organization is doing and how it is spending its money. This includes accounting for how much of its budget is spent on overhead, on fundraising, and on program. Many believe that the discipline of regularly seeking contributions from the public is an important form of accountability. I believe that discipline works best where fundraising is carried on at the community level with significant involvement by volunteers. As contributors become more distanced from the organization, it becomes much more difficult for them to know what the organization is doing and how it is spending its money. Accountability to Gov1rnment. The present legal system enforces nonprofit accountability primarily through the tax system and secondarily through the statutes governing the organization of nonprofit corporations and the authority of state attorneys general to regulate charities. Regulation at the federal level is vested almost solely in the Internal Revenue Service's enforcement of tho tax code. P. 1 e �r"vl'l MM~nUN o ~U~ ~~ N oG ~L L ~ GHER & SP I E L BERG 0 9 . 0 2 .19 9 2 15 : 48 HARMON, CVBRAN, GALLAGHER a SPIELBERG Page 9 State tax reaulation varies from state to state, but generally follows a pattern under which the state legislature first decides which nonprofit purposes merit property or sales tax exemption. Thereafter, local government authorities exercise accountability through their power to grant, deny, or challenge the entitlement of particular organizations to property tax exemption. This exercise of accountability is reviewable by tho courts, sometimes with an intermediate review by a state administrative agency. The state department of revenue, or equivalent, generally administers the state's sales tax exemptions, issuing regulations and rulings which also are judicially reviewable. State attorneys aeneral typically investiaate charges of financial mismanagement, including claims of false and fraudulent solicitations of charitable contributions. Regulation of charitable solicitation has been a primary preoccupation of many of these offices in recent years. More significant than the identity of the enforcement authorities, or even the leaat basis for their investigations, is the question of what accountability measures are appropriate for government investi&ation. I have suaaested that the most important issue in addressina the rationale for the existence of the voluntary sector is the values it teaches and practices. Legal accountability, however, requires objective criteria if the law is to be enforced ln an even-handed manner. Certain values lend themselves. at least in a aeneral sense, to objective criteria. Thus, government periodically steps in to enforce the rules barrina private benefit. Where aaroement exists that an organization should manifest altruism by making a gift to the community, legal principles can be constructed to measure whether a aift is occurring. If there is a consensus that organizations should be supported, at least ln part, by charity, that too can be measured. Individual oases will lend themselves to disputes over issues such as the point at which reasonable compensation for services rendered becomes impermissible private inurement and how much charity an oraanization must provide to be considered to have made an adequate &ift. However, mechanisms exist for resolving these disputes. While there is a groat deal of room for improvement of these mechanisms, particularly at the state level, tho point remains that these criteria can be measured and enforced. Other values are more difficult to translate into an accountability mechanism; some are completely inappropriate for governmental supervision. For example, this paper identifies pluralism as one of the three fundamental values of the voluntary sector; yet if government were to take a role in tryin& to enforce pluralistic behavior, the result would be the rapid destruction of the value, as government substitutes its judgment for that of the organization. A substitute for direct accountability is enforcement of surrogate requirements intended to make the organization's proper functioning more likely. The role of the board is paramount here. Conventional and widely-accepted principles governing the structure of boards of directors of p • 11 �HARMON, CURRAN, GALLAGHER a SPIELBEBG Page 10 nonprofit organizations do tend to promote, although they by no means guarantee, a board that will exercise its supervisory function in the best interests of the organization. Board Members Must BQ Inde.pendeot, Boards made up of or dominated by an organization's paid staff or other insiders are not in a position to independently oversee any organization, voluntary or not. There are a few exceptions to this rule, as where paid staff is subject to a vow of poverty or a similar binding commitment. Outside the religious community, however, these exceptions will be almost nonexistent. Boards also should be of a size appropriate to the organization's financial resources and mission. Three is ~he bare legal minimum in most states, although some allow one. The National Charities Information Bureau recommends a minimum of five. Most organizations should have more if the board is to adequately govern the organization. Board Membon Must be volunteers. While most organizations still adhere to it, there is debate about this principle. Two main arguments support paying board members for their services. The first is that some voluntary organizations with complex structures and financing have difficulty in obtainin& the services of competent, experienced directors without compensating them. The second is that expecting directors to be volunteers may discourage participation by the less affluent who, it is argued, are less able to make the contributions of time required. Both these ar&uments have weight. Overriding them, however, is the simple principle that directors who are paid to perform the task generally eventually will lose the commitment to community that characterizes volunteers. Again, the exceptions to this rule lie in the religious community. The principle that board members should be volunteers does not exclude payment for costs incurred in serving. This includes travel and child care. 5gards Must Meet Rceularly and Exercise Their Supervisory Rcsooostbility. We are all familiar with the board that never, or rarely, meets and, when it does, rubber stamps the decisions of paid staff. Sooner or later, those organizations get in trouble. Great~r Regulalton of Gov1rnanc1 SttUctures: An issue worth examining is the appropriate balance between tightening current legal requirements for institutional governance, which generally are fairly minimal, and the limiting effect that tightening the requirements would have on the ability of individuals to form new organizations. N1gotiated Accountabllily. Utah is experimenting with a limited form of what I am terming negotiated accountability. This method of accountability requires hospitals and health care organizations to meet periodically with tax officials to discuss their missions and their plans for accomplishing them, including a detailed explanation of how they will provide charity care and �.. ~ ."" '"' " ' '-U IOOH~' l:i HL.L. RGHER&SP l El8ERG lil8.1i!2.1992 151:58 HARMON. Ct.JIUlAN. GALLAGHER a SPmLBBRG Page 11 the other community benefits they working. wm offer. l have no information about how this process is Conducted in &ood faith on both sides, this process has some promise. However, it also carries the serious risk that disaareements over priorities will lead to efforts to substitute the aovemment official's judgme.nt for that of the voluntary organization's board . * • • Public discussion of these difficult issues is essential. Public discussion can lead nonprofits to refocus their attention on their missions and to make needed chanaes in their operations. Public discussion also is an important vehicle for educating the community about the role and values of voluntary organizations. p. 13 �. Q_ Table 1 - Values Identified by Subsectors of INDEPENDENT SECfOR Arts, CUlture aad U...Uties EdtJc'411iOD EavimmDcat llraJth Altruism • • • • Community • • • • HuWRII Righls • • • Compa«ion u.u- Sci'- N6: ~ PUiicy • • • • • • • • • Creativity • • • • Dcmoc:ncy/Civic ParticipaiDl • • • DiscipliDe • . EdlicsiFailb I • .Excelleare • • • - • FaimessiTrost • Future HIIIDiiiiD Rdigim Polalbal • - Pluralism • ~ • SddaiSbip • • • • I I • • , • • • • • � 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. 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GOAL1 Help to increase/improve the structures which support volunteering in Michigan's institution*: and rnmmunities: especially VOLUNTEER CENTERS, but also including: school volunteer programs, college student volunteer bureaus, workplace volunteer councils and incentives, and many others. GOAL 2 Help to increase volunteering. especially in the 35% of citizens who express willingness to volunteer but do not. ref:12/16/91,mvcinusn.txt,pgnis\cmpvol,6300 � 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. 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[DRAFT] Minutes of the Grantmakers/Grantseekers Seminar V Program Committee Meeting Tuesday, February 9, 1993 - - 10:00 to 1:00 Kellogg Center, Lansing, Michigan Members Present: N . Charles Anderson Susan Bolhouse Charles A. Infante Kenneth Isherwood Ethel Kage Gene Keilitz Barbara Owens Helen C. Philpott Diana R. Sieger Glenn Stevens S. Mark Terman Patricia R. Waxweiler Sr. Jacqueline A. Wetherholt Pamela Wong Staff Present: David 0 . Egner Donna M. Clarke Amanda Osborne Carrie Weaver 1. Call to Order: With the Co-chairs present the meeting was called to order at 10:15 a.m. Those present introduced themselves. H . Philpott commented that the MNF January retreat was a success. She noted that the MNF Board strongly reaffirmed their commitment of strong support for the grantmakers/grantseekers seminar. 2. Review of the Minutes: The minutes ofthe October 6, 1992, meeting were approved as circulated. 3. Review and Update on Keynote Speakers Selection: As stated in the January 7, 1993, memo to the Program Committee, Rosalyn Carter is unable to be the keynote speaker due to a last minute commitment. D . Egner reported that Russ Mawby, CEO and Chairman of the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, will be the morning keynote speaker representing the Michigan perspective. D . Clarke indicated that Samuel Betances, Professor of Sociology at Northeastern Illinois University, will give the afternoon keynote address representing a national perspective. Dr. Betances also graciously agreed to participate in the afternoon panel discussion on diversity. D. Clarke �acknowledged Suzanne F eurt for her outstanding efforts in securing Dr. Betances as a speaker. 4. Review and Update on Corporate Sponsorships and Recognition Strategies: P. Wong has secured Comerica Bank/Woodbridge Capital Management and Blue Cross/Blue Shield ofMichigan as $2,500 sponsors. Comerica has asked that they be the only bank sponsor. They will provide signs for the continental breakfast and handouts at the registration area. Comerica will allow MNF to include conference materials with the handouts. P. Wong commented that she has received a good response to the conference from corporations and asked the committee to review a draft sponsorship letter. The committee approved the language of the letter which P . Wong will send out at the end ofFebruary. She would like to secure $10,000 in sponsorships and asked the committee if they could send her any contact names that they feel would be interested. 5. Update on Registration Brochure: D. Clarke reported that the brochure, which is similar to GGS registration brochures in the past, is progressing on schedule. A draft copy has been sent to the printer and should be back around the first week ofMarch. 6. Update on GGV Session Plans: -review logistics: D. Clarke reviewed an outline ofMay 14 as follows: 8:00-9 :00 9:00-9:45 10:00-11:45 12:00-12:45 1:00-1:45 2:00-3:30 3:30-4:40 Registration Morning Keynote Concurrent Sessions Lunch (Pre-set) Afternoon Keynote Concurrent Sessions Networking Reception -review registration cap : D. Sieger commented that she would like to continue the discussion from the October 7, 1993, meeting on implementing a registration cap of 800 people. D. Egner expressed that limiting participation to 800 would not threaten conference revenues. Further, he noted that conference coordination and participant satisfaction have improved when GGS attendance was below 1,000. P. Wong suggested that questions regarding registration size should be included on the brochure. It was expressed by D . Clarke that although space was currently limited on the brochure, questions could be incorporated on an evaluation form at the conference. Additionally, the format for future brochures could be adapted to include more evaluation questions. a. Displays: J. Wetherholt reviewed the draft exhibitor contract with the committee. One minor title change was made and the contract was revised to include a line stating that a nonprofit must include a tax exemption letter with their contract and check. J. Wetherholt will begin to distribute the contracts to exhibitors at the end of the week. 2 �b. Futuring /Demographics: K. Isherwood reported that he expects Larry Ledebur of Wayne State University to confirm as a speaker for this session. D . Egner expressed that Robert O'Conner ofUnited Way could serve as a backup speaker. c. Volunteerism: D . Egner indicated that the volunteer session will focus on organizations being volunteer friendly, effectively and efficiently. The speakers for this session include Dorothy Munson of Butterworth Hospital, Darryl White of the Midland Voluntary Action Center and Geneva Williams ofUnited Community Services. d. Media and the Nonprofit Sector: D. Clarke reported on behalfofC. Murray. This session will focus on the role the media and the leadership of the nonprofit world play together to bring a greater awareness to the public of the impact and importance of the voluntary sector to all Americans. The speakers will be Chris Alexander of WJRT-News, Luther Keith ofThe Detroit News, Mary Kramer of Crain's Detroit Business and Byron MacGregor ofWLLZ-FM Radio . e. Community Leadership Programs: P. Wong discussed this session on behalf of J. Lore. The session will focus on the role of community leaders in educating and sensitizing emerging and existing leaders to the issues and responsibilities of community leadership. Speakers on this panel are Agustin Arbulu ofMacDonald & Goren, P.C., Ann Hoag ofLeadership Detroit, Matthew Meadors of the Grand Traverse Chamber of Commerce, Sudie Richardson ofLeadership Flint and B.J. Scott of Leadership Grand Rapids. f Meeting the Community Challenge: D . Clarke reported on behalf of S. Katt and D . Bostic Robinson. A panel of grantmakers and grantseekers will discuss examples of successful projects within communities designed to meet community needs and foster a better quality oflife. The speakers for this panel include N . Charles Anderson of Council of Michigan Urban Leagues, Ronald Brown of Flint Odyssey House, Noreen Keating of Pontiac Lighthouse, Mary Jo Kripowicz of Consumers Power Company and Jack Mawdsley of the W.K. Kellogg Foundation. g. To Whom Are You Accountable: D . Egner expressed that this session will focus on a practical discussion on how organizations can use evaluation to facilitate success. The speakers include Edward Blews of Association oflndependent Colleges and Universities of Michigan, Thomas Dewar of Junior Achievement of Southeastern Michigan, William LaMothe of the Kellogg Company and Daniel Moore of the W .K. Kellogg Foundation. h. Building Coalitions oflnterest: D. Egner commented that this session will focus on perspectives on creating positive outcomes through ethnic diversity in your community and organization. The speakers for this session include Joyce Brown of the Southwestern Michigan Urban League, Samuel Betances ofNortheastern Illinois 3 �University, David Gad-Harf of the Jewish Community Council and David Stevenson of Wayne State University. i. How to Seek Support From Elected Officials: P . Waxweiller reported that this panel will discuss various methods of support, both financial and in-kind, which will benefit the nonprofit sector. The speakers for this session include Senator John Cherry, Senator Vernon Ehlers, Representative Shirley Johnson and Kathleen Straus of the Jewish Community Council. j. Informal Networking Reception: D . Clarke discussed the idea of having the networking reception be in its own room this year. In the past it was hard to evaluate how many people stayed for the reception. C. Infante suggested that this room be open all day for people to network. The idea of having the reception in one room, open all day, passed. 7. Discussion of Conference Title/Attendance by Grantmakers: H . Philpott indicated that there had been some concern about the Grantmakers/Grantseekers title because there aren't many grantmakers that attend. D . Egner suggested that MNF might collaborate with CMF to get more grantmakers to the conference and ensure that there are sessions geared towards grantmakers. J. Wetherholt commented that Grantmakers/Grantseekers should have a session just for trustees or volunteers. S. Bolhouse suggested that every year the title should say "A Partnership for Caring Communities." The discussion of the title will resume in the planning meetings for Grantmakers/Grantseekers VI. 8. Discussion ofMedia/PR Strategies: S. Bolhouse commented that we might want to approach the media to do a series on diversity before the conference. P . Wong suggested that C. Murray ask Luther Keith, of the media panel, to give GG5 some publicity. D . Sieger noted that the committee should personalize their approach to the media. C. Infante indicated that the committee should contact the public relations committee of the Community Service Commission to get ideas. It was decided that D . Clarke, D. Egner, H . Philpott and D . Sieger meet with the W.K. Kellogg Foundation media staff to discuss appropriate media strategies. 9. Request for Volunteers: D . Clarke indicated that her goal for volunteers is 18 people. This goal would be met if every committee member volunteered one person. She would like to have the names of these volunteers by April 1st. 10. Review of Timeline, Logistics and Next Steps: D . Sieger said that the final planning meeting is March 23rd. D . Clarke reminded the committee that May 13th is the speaker's dinner and reception. 11. Adjournment: The meeting was adjourned at 12:30 p.m. ref:30209 .min,committe,ggsprog 4 � 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. 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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, 49730 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 1993-02-26 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/d06029f98e61cff06a7414132a7cecaa.pdf c8209e1fe394a2e03e6ec88890eefda5 PDF Text Text MICHIGAN NONPROFIT FORUM 34 KELLOGG CENTER EAST LANSING, MICHIGAN 48824-1022 Phone: 517/353-5038 Fax: 517/336-1327 An alliance to promote giving, volunteering and a strong, effective nonprofit sector in Michigan. [Not Yet Adopted] Minutes of the MNF Membership Committee Conference Call Meeting February 26, 1993 -- 11:00 to 1130 a.m. Kellogg Center, East Lansing, MI Trustees Present: Dorothy A. Johnson John S. Lore Anne W. Rosewarne Lawrence O. Wells Staff Present: Donna M. Clarke David O. Egner 1. Welcome & Introductions: The conference call meeting was called to order by Dorothy Johnson at 11:00 a.m. Those present introduced themselves. 2. Review Recommendations of Ad-Hoc Structure Committee (Attachment A): D. Johnson summarized the recommendations from the ad-hoc structure committee noting that MNF members will elect the trustees through written ballots using nominating committee recommendations. The board of directors will set objectives and policies of MNF based on the recommendations of MNF's standing and ad-hoc committees. After discussion, the committee unanimously approved a motion by J. Lore and seconded by A. Rosewarne to recommend this Board/Committee Structure to the executive committee for approval. 3. Review Proposed Membership Dues Schedule (Attachment B): D. Egner reviewed the two proposed dues structures noting that Plan A was budget based; while Plan B was network organization based. The committee agreed that not only was Plan A more fiscally sound and easier to implement, but it was also the model most other state-wide nonprofit associations followed. After discussion, the committee unanimously approved a motion by J. Lore and seconded by A. rosewarne to recommend the budget based Plan A dues structure to the executive committee for approval. 4. Adjournment: The conference call meeting adjourned at 11:25 a.m. ref:mbr30226.min,cm/mbr � 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/. 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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, 49731 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 1993-02-26 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/5576bf61a4ee2e26b21ba767af4559e9.pdf db238248d6a0c2a30a5f1321cf79f12b PDF Text Text MICHIGAN NONPROFIT FORUM 34 KELLOGG CENTER EAST LANSING, 1\flCIDGAN 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 Executive Committee Meeting September 23, 1992 -- 9:30 to 12:00 W.K. Kellogg Foundation, Battle Creek, MI Members Present: Guests: N. Charles Anderson Edward 0. Blews, Jr. Robert E. Ivory Dorothy A. Johnson Maryellen J. Lewis Russell G. Maw by Helen C. Philpott George G. Romney Herbert Yamanishi David 0. Egner Staff Present: Donna M. Clarke Carrie A. Weaver 1. Welcome and Call to Order: With the Chair present, the meeting was called to order at 9:45p.m. 2. Review of the Minutes: The committee reviewed and approved the minutes from the July 14, 1992 Executive Committee meeting. 3. Report of the Executive Director: M. Lewis reviewed MNF's current activities and products in light of the priorities set by this committee in December of 1991. Technical Assistance: The technical assistance providers network which MNF has been working to implement will hold its first public meeting on November 9. The featured speaker, Connie Julius of the Michigan Community College Association, will focus on the potential use of teleconferencing for reaching the widest possible audience of nonprofits with training and professional development opportunities. M. Lewis also noted that MNF currently produces a composite calendar of nonprofit training and events of sector-side significance and expects the MNF update of the �Nonprofit Resource Directory (an updated and expanded version of the Accounting Aid Society's 1989 directory) to be complete by mid-October. Campaign for Volunteerism: Much of the administration for the Campaign for Volunteerism has been being turned over to the Volunteer Centers of Michigan, which now has its first grant and first staff person. Under Governor Romney's leadership and with unanimous board approval, MNF has guided the Campaign through its developmental efforts. There are now 26 communities actively pursuing new strategies to hard-link volunteering to some of their most stubborn and debilitating challenges. Recently, with MNF's help and the help of other collaborators, the Volunteer Centers of Michigan secured the first direct funding of this Campaign. This funding has enabled VCM to become a staffed association for the first time, setting the stage for MNF to appropriately shift the Campaign's administrative responsibilities to their Lansing office (with their preliminary approval). MNF's role will now center on statewide communication, working through networks to reach leaders in large numbers of communities, and coordinating Leadership Summits among local business, government and nonprofit leadership to support the volunteer infrastructure. As agreed by the Campaign Executive Committee (which includes MNF), MNF has been initiating, coordinating and following up a series of strategic consultations between Governor Romney and local leaders (in business, government and the service sector) in 30-35 communities around the state. White Paper: The White Paper process is well underway and promises to be MNF's most significant undertaking so far. Janne Gallagher ofthe Independent Sector drafted a discussion paper for MNF which was reviewed by the White Paper Subcommittee on September 18. A revised draft will be available for review by the Public Policy Committee on October 9 and the full board on October 12. Summits: The tapes of the first Summit are near completion and a "draft" of the short video may be available for viewing at the Annual Meeting. Grantmakers/Grantseekers V: The GG5 Program Committee held its first meeting in August and planning is underway. A subcommittee has also been created to review the full cost of the conference and identify direct funding sources. A full report on the planning efforts was given later by H. Philpott. Membership Campaign: While the Campaign has been a large, new task for MNF, staff have worked to make it manageable. The recruitment ofNetwork Associates is proceeding along positively. A full report on the recruitment efforts was given later by D . Johnson M. Lewis concluded her report by suggesting that the committee consider adopting a measure which would indicate support for Florida's nonprofit community. After discussion, the committee agreed that MNF and its member agencies should contact sister organizations in both Florida and Hawaii as an expression of solidarity. H. Yamanishi will 2 �also collect data for MNF's newsletter indicating how individuals can make contributions to those in need. 4. Report of the Finance Committee: R. Ivory reviewed the Financial Statements for July & August and noted several items: Founding Member contributions are below budget because invoices are not sent out until after the Annual Meeting; interest rates are down due to the economy; other grants are below budget because they are timed to come in later in the year; membership dues are keeping pace, but must be carried over throughout the year; salaries are slightly higher because July had three payroll periods versus two; and office operations are below budget because much of this expense occurs during the last two quarters related to GGS . After discussion, the committee approved the finance report for July & August. A complete first quarter financial report will be available for the Annual Meeting. The committee also reviewed the final GGIV Financial Report. M . Lewis noted that GGIV costs were slightly higher than GGill costs due to the additional mailing expenses incurred to combat the registration shortfall. She also noted that while there was a shortfall between revenues and expenses, grantmakers/grantseekers has always been subsidized by MNF's general fund . This is the first year that the subsidy has been adequately measured due to the sophisticated tracking systems now in place. H. Philpott pointed out that the GGV program committee believes opportunities exist for corporate sponsorship and display fees to offset the conference expenses. The Executive Committee agreed and authorized the GGV Program Committee to proceed with outside funding efforts, with the caveat that sponsors and vendors should be carefully selected to insure that the integrity and mission of the conference are upheld . 5. Report of the Grantmakers/Grantseekers Committee: H. Philpott reported that the GGV program committee held its first meeting on August 26. This talented group is off to an excellent start. At this first meeting the program committee selected the theme identified possible keynote speakers and developed several breakout sessions as follows : 1993 THEME: "Focus on the Future: Creating Caring Communities" Possible Keynote Speakers: John Gardner James Hayes Brian O'Connell Elizabeth Dole Jimmy Carter Ed Barlow Rush Kidder Peter Goldmark Peter McTier John Jacobs Elaine Chao 3 �Possible Session Themes: Futuring/Demographicst Volunteering/Give V Media & the Nonprofit Sector Leadership Issues Real World Collaboration Evaluation & Accountability Public Policy Legislators' Involvement in GGV The committee discussed the possible keynote speakers, and while all agreed that any one of them would be excellent, Jimmy or Rosalyn Carter exemplify the 1993 theme. The committee also focused on the low conference attendance by grantmakers. D . Johnson encouraged the program committee to develop an aggressive approach to grantmakers' attendance. Further, she suggested the program committee consider renaming the conference and using Grantmakers/Grantseekers as a subtitle. This would help to clarify to participants that the main focus of the conference is not on interaction between actual grantmakers per se. The committee also reviewed strategies for involving more direct contact between grantmakers and participants, possibly through small luncheon roundtables. Staff will check on this possibility with the hotel and report to H . Philpott prior to the second meeting of the program committee on October 6. 6. Report of the Membership Committee: D . Johnson reported that the Network Associate Membership Campaign is generating positive results with ten new network members to date: Network Associate Recruited by Association for Child Development Birmingham Area Seniors Coordinating Council Concerned Citizens for the Arts Jewish Federation ofMetro Detroit Local Initiatives Support Corporation Michigan Association ofNon-Public Schools Michigan Association ofProfessional Black Nurses Michigan Economic Education Council Michigan Humanities Council Michigan Primary Care Association M. Lewis J. Lore D . Johnson D . Gad-Harf D . Johnson E. Blews B. McDonald J. King D . Johnson A. Rosewame D. Johnson thanked all of the volunteers for their extra efforts and noted that the followup phone calls they were making were the key to recruitment success. The time frame for concluding the follow-up calls is October 12, with all final contacts to be made by November 1. D . Johnson then reviewed the nominating committee's nominations for MNF's Governing Board. Currently there are openings for four Organizational Members and five Network Members. She pointed out that the committee focused on the representation of health and human services on MNF's board, since they comprise the great majority 4 �of nonprofit organizations. Additionally, statistics from the Independent Sector's Nonprofit Almanac indicate that nonprofit employment is higher in health; followed by education. Accordingly, committee members placed special emphasis on these fields in their nominations: Organizational Members of the Board: Organization MNF Contact Person *Food Bank Council of Michigan Michigan Association of Rehabilitation Facilities Michigan Hospital Association H. Yamanishi (M. Lewis) H. Yamanishi (M. Lewis) A. Rosewarne (*Already an Associate Member) Network Members of the Board: Organization MNF Contact Person American Cancer Society/MI Section *Michigan Humanities Council *Volunteer Centers of Michigan A. Rosewarne D. Johnson M. Lewis (*Already a Network Member) The nominating committee decided not to fill all open slots on the Board now, in order to adequately review those organizations which have yet to join. After discussion, the executive committee approved the nominations for presentation at the Annual Meeting. 7. Executive Session: During executive session, the officers accepted the resignation of Maryellen J. Lewis as Executive Director of MNF. The officers commended Maryellen on her outstanding stewardship of MNF during its critical developmental years. The officers then appointed David 0. Egner as Acting Executive Director effective November 1, 1992. 8. Report of the Joint Program and Public Policy Committees: H. Yamanishi reviewed the White Paper process to date. The White Paper subcommittee met on September 18 to review Janne Gallagher's first White Paper draft. She is now revising the draft to include the subcommittee's thoughts and comments. This second draft will be available for the October 9 Public Policy meeting and the October 12 Annual Meeting. After board review, the draft will be circulated amongst MNF's members and other nonprofit constituencies for 5 �review and input. The subcommittee expects to bring the draft back to the Board at its May 1993 meeting for final review. E . Blews will report on policy issues to the full Board at the Annual Meeting following the October 9 Public Policy meeting. 9. Report of the Tax Credit Subcommittee: R. Ivory and D. Johnson reported on the tax credit subcommittee's work to date. R. Ivory noted that the subcommittee held its first meeting on July 17, 1992. At that time, committee members discussed the changes in Michigan's tax structure which are looming on the horizon. Major readjustments in state revenue are anticipated, which will be reflected in how Michigan funds programs. In order to sustain and advance stable and supportive public policies, nonprofits must understand clearly the impact of tax credits: (1) on state revenues, (2) on private giving, and (3) on overall allocation of dollars to public and private causes. Toward that goal, the Task Force has been convened to guide a study of tax incentives which may be useful to the Michigan Department of Treasury, which is required to submit such a study to the legislature by June 30, 1993. The Task Force engaged Gary Wolfram of Hillsdale College to draft a discussion paper on statistics and rationales supporting various tax credit policies. This draft is now complete and will be reviewed by the Task Force at its October 6 meeting for presentation to the full Public Policy Committee at its meeting on October 9. The draft will then be available for discussion by MNF's Board on October 12. During November and December, following Board review, MNF's members will begin to meet with their constituencies and other members of the nonprofit community to garner their input and participation in this exploration, toward a broader understanding and consensus on final recommendations. The Task Force will then reconvene to develop further strategies for stimulating public awareness and action to begin in January. 10. Report on the Campaign for Voluntarism: G. Romney summarized progress on this initiative, with supporting information provided by M. Lewis. He reaffirmed the importance of this aspect ofMNF's mission and the Forum's unique position to have a lasting impact on the state. The committee expressed their unanimous support and their deep appreciation for his leadership. 11. Review ofthe Draft Agenda for the October 12 Annual Meeting: The committee reviewed the draft agenda for the October 12 meeting, noting that it would also include a presentation by P. Warwick and S. Radtke on the Year of the Volunteer; a presentation by the Tax Credit Subcommittee on the draft discussion paper; and a presentation by Chris Clark on MNF's second year evaluation. Special emphasis was focused on the proposed discussion of priorities and MNF's future, which committee members agreed would be a critical deliberation to prepare for the changes ahead. 6 �12. Adjournment: The meeting adjourned at 1:00. Respectfully submitted by: Herbert Yamanishi, Secretary ref:exe20923.min,cm/exec,0100 7 � 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. 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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, 49732 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 1993-02-26 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/e8334a3698930ef14fc7a735db8ad305.pdf 51eb29a1e93419a5cfbacee0e18f9308 PDF Text Text MICHIGAN NONPROFIT FORUM 34 KELLOGG CENTER EAST LANSING, MICHIGAN 48824-1022 Phone: 517/353-5038 Fax: 517/336-1327 An alliance to promote giving, volunteering and a strong, effective nonprofit sector in Michigan. [DRAFT] Minutes of the MNF Tax Incentive Study Task Force October 6, 1992 - 9:00 to 11:00 MI Library & Historical Center, Lake Huron Room, Lansing, MI Present: Robert Ivory Dorothy Johnson Edward Blews Dave Egner Suzanne Feurt David Haynes John Hopkins Gary Wolfram Matthew McLogan Peter Remington Herbert Yamanishi Co-Chair Dorothy Johnson gave welcome and called meeting to order at 9:10 AM. After introductions, co-chairman Robert Ivory reviewed the progress of this committee to date. The Committee has retained the Public Affairs Associates, Inc., of Lansing. The group has an extensive background in dealing with tax issues and the legislature, as well as experience working with the nonprofit sector. The Council of Michigan Foundations and the United Way of Michigan have both contributed $5,000 toward the $30,000 consulting fee of the Public Affairs Associates, Inc. The Committee is in the process of securing funds for the remainder of the fee. The Public Affairs Associates, Inc. is working jointly with Gary Wolfram, Economics Professor at Hillsdale College and former Deputy Treasurer of Michigan. Wolfram has drafted a document that details the economic and social effect of tax incentives for the entire Michigan nonprofit sector. Wolfram's paper was then reviewed extensively by the committee. After discussion, it was concluded that the paper needed to be redrafted to take into account a variety of suggestions from the committee. The group then agreed upon the following next steps of action: �1. October 31 A revised draft of the paper will be completed and distributed to the Task Group. 2. November 16, 3:30-5:30 Task Group Meeting at the Michigan Library & Historical Center, Lake Erie Room, to discuss the redrafts and possible future action by MNF. 3. December 9, 9:00-12:00 MNF Public Policy Committee Meeting at Kellogg Center to review working paper for possible actions. 4. December 15, 10:00-Lunch Meeting at the Kellogg Foundation, Battle Creek, for the Executive Committee and interested members of the MNF Board to discuss the draft and recommendations of the Task Group. 5. Release of Paper to constituents for reactions. 6. If the Executive Committee and Board deem further action appropriate, Task Force to develop strategy for future action. 7. MNF Leadership to discuss the pro strategy by MNF or inform the MNF Members of planned action by individual organizations. The meeting was adjourned at 11:15 AM. ref:tax21006.min,cm\pubpol,0100,cw � 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. 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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, 49733 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 1993-02-26 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/2531729bf6d883ac25c64f6e8652e8ff.pdf 7112ad33e49da5c12084c369935b48f4 PDF Text Text MICHIGAN NONPROFIT FORUM 34 KELLOGG CENTER EAST LANSING, MICHIGAN 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 Executive Committee Meeting February 26, 1993 - 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. Kellogg Center - Room 103, East Lansing, Michigan Members Present: Edward O. Blews, Jr. Robert E. Ivory Dorothy A. Johnson Russell G. Mawby Helen C. Philpott George G. Romney Herbert Yamanishi Staff Present: Donna M. Clarke David O. Egner 1. Welcome and Call to Order: The meeting was called to order by Chairman Mawby at 1:05 p.m. 2. Update on GGV: H. Philpott reported that the GGV program committee held its final planning meeting on February 9. She summarized the committee's work to date and praised the committee members for their commitment and dedication to insuring that this conference is a success. The conference will feature two keynote speakers, Russell Mawby of the W.K. Kellogg Foundation and Samuel Betances of Northeastern Illinois University. To insure adequate attendance and comfort at all breakout sessions, and to enhance conference marketing strategies, registration will be limited to 800. The committee has secured corporate sponsorships from Comerica and Blue Cross Blue Shield at $2500 each and hopes to secure an additional $3,000 to $5,000 from other potential sponsors. �3. Search Committee Update: H. Philpott reported that the committee has received almost 300 resumes in response to the Executive Director position advertisement. The committee retained an independent consultant, Steven O'Connor of the Michigan Hospital Association Service Corps, to review and rank the resumes based on the criteria developed at the January Board Retreat. H. Philpott commended Mr. O'Connor for his comprehensive and detailed efforts during the review process. The committee will be meeting to narrow the pool to ten candidates. After conducting reference checks on each candidate the committee will reconvene on March 17 to select the final candidates for interviews which will take place on March 25. Following the interview process, the committee will make a final recommendation to the executive committee. Upon executive committee approval, this recommendation will be submitted to the full MNF board. 4. Update on New Technology: D. Egner reported that MNF's development as a membership organization facilitated the need for a complete re-evaluation of the Forum's computer systems. Mike Thompson, a consultant to the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, has generously conducted this reviewed on a pro bono basis and has secured a donation to MNF of the needed new equipment and software. These system upgrades and additions will enable the Forum to manage memberships and conferences and to develop new services which will benefit the sector. 5. Update on the Campaign for Volunteerism: Governor Romney reported on progress to date on the Campaign for Volunteerism. He has visited a number of communities to date in an effort to assemble the leadership coalition necessary to make Volunteerism a higher priority in each community. 12-15 additional meetings are planned for late Summer and early Fall. Governor Romney also reported on the progress of the Detroit campaign which will kickoff the morning of April 19. 6. Proposed By-Laws Change (Attachment A): D. Egner reported that a bylaws change was needed to support the Board's decision at the retreat to move MNF in a more proactive direction in regards to public policy that has potential impact on the nonprofit sector. Approval of this proposed change at this time would not permit the executive committee to authorize the staff to take a definitive position on behalf of MNF. It would, however, permit the executive committee to authorize the staff to become involved, from an information standpoint, in major public policy issues that may come before the Michigan Legislature prior to the May 13, 1993, full board meeting. After discussion and minor editorial changes, the committee approved a motion by D. Johnson and seconded by H. Yamanishi to recommend the by-laws change for immediate written board approval. 7. Proposed Personnel Policy Changes (Attachment B): D. Egner reviewed format and language changes to MNF's personnel polices which were needed for clarity. He also noted that in order to comply with state and federal regulations, MNF should move from an optional, salary based benefits plan to a fixed benefits plan. After discussion, the committee approved the necessary medical/dental insurance adjustments. The committee agreed to postpone discussion on the remaining personnel items until after the MNF Executive Director position was filled, to allow for appropriate input by the executive. �8. Proposed Board Structure as Approved by Ad-Hoc Committee (Attachment C): D. Johnson summarized the recommendations from the ad-hoc structure committee which were unanimously approved by the membership committee earlier today. She noted that MNF members will elect the trustees through written ballots using nominating committee recommendations. During discussion, committee members noted that MNF is currently in a transitional phase as it continues to grow as a membership organization under the direction of a new executive. Realizing this, the committee stressed the importance of viewing the board structure proposal as a flexible system which may need modification as MNF matures. After discussion, the committee unanimously approved a motion to recommend this Board/Committee Structure to the full board approval. 9. Proposed Membership Dues Structure (Attachment D): D. Johnson reviewed the two proposed dues structures noting that Plan A was budget based; while Plan B was network organization based. She reported that earlier today the membership committee unanimously approved Plan A based on the fact that it was not only more fiscally sound and easier to implement, but it was also the model most other state-wide nonprofit associations followed. After discussion, the committee unanimously approved a motion to adopt the Plan A dues structure. 10. Finances (Attachments F, H, & I): The committee reviewed the finances to date and a revised 1992-93 budget presented by Treasurer, Ivory. Both were approved unanimously. The committee then reviewed the long range funding plan. Discussion pursued concerning the need for this plan to remain flexible and the projects of a deficit budget in the 1993-94 year. The committee approved the plan as presented. 11. Adjournment: The meeting adjourned at 3:00 p.m. Respectfully submitted by: Herbert Yamanishi, Secretary ref:exe30226.min,cm/exec,0100 � 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. 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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, 49734 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 1993-04-29 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/26def3667623d161c5ccf8dc50fd0786.pdf 75ed37bc46abf6117d1278102921af22 PDF Text Text MICHIGAN NONPROFIT FORUM 38 KELLOGG CENTER EAST LANSING, MICHIGAN 48824-1022 Phone: 517/353-5038 Fax: 517/355-3302 An alliance to promote giving, volunteering and a strong, effective nonprofit sector in Michigan. Agenda MNF Board of Trustees Wednesday, May 11, 1993 ~ 12:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Hyatt Regency, Houston/San Francisco Room, Dearborn, Michigan 1.) Call to Order/Welcome Russell Mawby 2.) Approval of November 11, 1993, Minutes [Tab 1] Russell Mawby 3.) Report of the Bylaws Committee Paul Williams Proposed Changes to the Articles of Incorporation [Tab 2] Proposed Changes to the MNF Bylaws [Tab 3] 4.) Nominating Committee Report [Tab 4] Confirmation of At-Large Trustees Appointment of Association Trustees Establishment of MNF Advisory Cabinet Election of 1994-95 Officers Dorothy Johnson 5.) Executive Director's Report [Tab 5] David Egner 6.) Nonprofit Retirement Program Committee Report [Tab 6] Gerard Keidel 7.) Membership Committee Report Anne Rosewarne 8.) Finance Committee Report Review 1993-94 Revised Budget [Tab 7] Review 1994-95 Proposed Budget [Budget Tab] Robert Ivory 9.) Volunteerism Report [Tab 8] Sharon Radtke George Romney 10.) Public Policy Committee Report Review Michigan and Federal Legislative Issues [Tab 9] Discussion of Tax Incentive Paper [Tab 10] Edward Blews 12.) Grantmakers/Grantseekers VI Preview Helen Philpott 13.) Adjournment FIIE � 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. 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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, 49728 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 1993-05-11 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/573fd08312d2c499f44e00bc4116d517.pdf b3cc8237ab63e68f0a3d21c31cc5f4d7 PDF Text Text MICHIGAN NONPROFIT FORUM 34 KELLOGG CENTER EAST LANSING, MICHIGAN 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 Board of Trustees Meeting October 12, 1992 --9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Holiday Inn South, Lansing, MI Trustees Present: Edward O. Blews, Jr. Joyce A. Brown Gale Colwell Robert E. Ivory Steven L. Johns-Boehme Dorothy A. Johnson Gerard E. Keidel Justin P. King Clyde E. LeTarte Ivan W. Love Lillian G. Mason Russell G. Mawby Beverley L. McDonald Helen C. Philpott Judith A. Rapanos George W. Romney Anne W. Rosewarne Frances L. Ryan Glenn R. Stevens Kathleen N. Straus Paul R. Williams Herbert Yamanishi Guests Present: David O. Egner Constance P. Julius Staff Present: Donna M. Clarke Maryellen J. Lewis Amanda Osborne Carrie A. Weaver 1. Welcome and Call to Order: The meeting was called to order by Chairman Mawby at 9:40 a.m. Those present introduced themselves. 2. Review of the Minutes [Tab 2]: The minutes of the April 23, 1992, meeting were approved as printed and distributed. 3. Executive Director's Report [Tab 3 & 13]: M. Lewis reviewed and highlighted MNF's achievements and accomplishments over the past two years. (A copy of these remarks has been sent under separate cover.) Chairman Mawby then presented M. Lewis with a resolution and gift commemorating and honoring her stewardship of MNF during its founding years. (A copy of the resolution has been sent under separate cover.) 4. Chairman's Report: R. Mawby reported that David O. Egner of the W.K. Kellogg Foundation has been named Acting Executive Director of MNF. Although he will not �formally assume this position until November 1, he will immediately begin to work with committee chairs and staff to review MNF's program goals and commitments. He will also assist with the executive search process. 5. Finance Committee Report [Tab 4]: R. Ivory presented MNF's Annual Financial Statement for the period ending June 30, 1992. He reviewed the Budget Notes for FY1991-92 and noted that during MNF's second year of operation programs became more fully operational, the office became fully staffed, and the Grantmakers/Grantseekers Seminar (GGS) was fully integrated into the budget. On balance, the year clarified MNF's actual operating costs. These insights serve as the basis for the PROPOSED 1992-93 Budget. Additionally, R. Ivory noted that toward MNF's goal of achieving a stable cash flow after the Kellogg Grant ends in Year 4 (1993-94), $14,000 were allocated to the reserve in 1990-91. This year's proposed allocation brings the reserve up to $34,819, approximately seven weeks of operation. After review and discussion, the committee unanimously approved the 1991-92 financial statement as presented. R. Ivory then reviewed the Financial Statements for the first quarter of FY1992-93. Under revenues he noted that Founding Member contributions are below budget because invoices are not sent out until after the Annual Meeting. Interest rates are down due to the economy. Other grants are below budget because they are timed to come in later in the year. Under expenses R. Ivory noted that salaries are slightly higher because July had three payroll periods versus two. Office operations are below budget because much of this expense is related to GGS and occurs during the last two quarters. After discussion, the committee approved the first quarter finance report for FY1992-93 While reviewing the development of the FY1993-94 budget, R. Ivory presented the following recommendation: AT ITS OCTOBER 7, 1992, MEETING, THE BUDGET AND FINANCE COMMITTEE CONSIDERED THE AGENDA ITEM OF DEVELOPING THE 1993-94 FINANCIAL PLAN. THE COMMITTEE WAS UNABLE TO FULLY ADDRESS THIS AGENDA ITEM. As PRIORITIES OF MNF SET BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES DETERMINE LINE ITEM ALLOCATIONS, THE BUDGET AND FINANCE COMMITTEE TURNS TO THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES FOR ASSISTANCE IN ACCOMPLISHING ITS TASK. THEREFORE, THE BUDGET AND FINANCE COMMITTEE RECOMMENDS TO THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES THAT THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEET IN DECEMBER IN A RETREAT SETTING TO REVIEW THE GUIDING PRINCIPLES OF MNF AND DETERMINE MNF PRIORITIES FOR 1993-94. THIS MEETING SHOULD ALSO ADDRESS: �1) THE ROLE OF FOUNDING MEMBER ORGANIZATIONS WITHIN THE CONTEXT OF AN EXPANDED INVOLVEMENT OF NEW MEMBERS IN MNF; 2) THE NATURE AND SOURCES OF FUTURE GRANTS FOR FUNDING MNF'S MISSION; 3) THE PROCESS OF DETERMINING PROJECTS DEFINED BY MNF PRIORITIES; 4) STAFFING NEEDS TO ACCOMPLISH MNF'S MISSION. WITH THE ENDING OF THE THREE YEAR KELLOGG START-UP GRANT AND THE BEGINNING OF THE SEARCH FOR A NEW EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, THE RETREAT IS AN OPPORTUNITY TO MAINTAIN THE MUTUAL "ENLIGHTENED SELF INTEREST" WHICH HAS DRAWN TOGETHER THE ORGANIZATIONAL MEMBERS, SO THAT WE MIGHT REDISCOVER VALUE TO SUSTAIN OUR COMMITMENT. After discussion, the trustees agreed to postpone discussion of this recommendation until item 14 on the agenda: Discussion of Priorities and Future Plans for the Forum. 6. Audit Committee Report [Tab 5]: G. Stevens reported that MNF has received a clean bill of fiscal health for its 1991-92 Audit Report. David Ambrose, MNF's auditor, has issued an unqualified letter in support of the report and noted that there are no substantive issues to be brought to the Board's attention. After discussion, the 1991-92 Auditor's Report was unanimously approved. 7. Membership Committee Report [Tab 6]: D. Johnson thanked those trustees who enthusiastically volunteered to contact organizations which might be interested in becoming Network Associate members of MNF. Their dedicated efforts have helped to create a Campaign which has exceed everyone's expectations. To date MNF has 17 new Network Associate members and nine new Associate members. 8. Nominating Committee Report [Tab 7]: D. Johnson reviewed the qualifications for Organizational Members of the Board. The committee made three nominations for organizational membership to the Board: Michigan Hospital Association, Michigan Association of Rehabilitation Facilities, and Food Bank Council of Michigan. After discussion, the nominations were unanimously approved. D. Johnson then reviewed the qualifications for Network Members of the Board. Three nominations for network membership were presented: American Cancer Society - Michigan Section, Volunteer Centers of Michigan, and Michigan Humanities Council. After discussion, the nominations were unanimously approved. S. Johns-Boehme then moved that in recognition of the importance of the environmental sector in our society, that the Michigan United Conservation Clubs be invited to participate on the Governing Board as a Network Member. After discussion, this nomination was approved. 9. Election of New Officers of the Governing Board: D. Johnson reported on the nominations for officers to MNF's Board of Trustees. She noted that Ed Blews, MNF secretary and public policy committee chair, wanted to spend more time on public 3 �policy issues and step down from the secretary position. The committee nominated Herb Yamanishi to replace Ed Blews as secretary. The nominating committee recognized the need for continuity and stability during MNF's leadership transition and felt it was important to maintain the remaining slate of officers. Therefore, the nominations for officers were: Russell G. Mawby Helen C. Philpott Robert E. Ivory Herb Yamanishi Chair Vice-Chair Treasurer Secretary After discussion, the nominations were unanimously approved. The trustees also thanked E. Blews for his dedicated service as secretary during MNF's start-up years. E. Blews noted that it was a joy to work with his fellow officers and board members during these exciting and productive developmental years. 10. Grantmakers/Grantseekers Program Committee Report [Tab 8]: H. Philpott reported that the GGV program committee held its second meeting on October 6 and that the planning for the conference is well underway. Diana Sieger of the Grand Rapids Foundation is serving as co-chair of GGV; her past experience as co-chair of GGIV has been invaluable. GGV will be held at the Hyatt Regency Dearborn on May 14, 1993. The GGV theme is "Focus on the Future: Creating Caring Communities" and the program committee hopes to secure Rosalyn Carter as Keynote Speaker. Because the acoustics in the Great Lakes room are inadequate, there will not be a luncheon speaker this year. Instead there will be a quick lunch followed by a second general session which will focus on diversity. This session will be conducted by Dr. Samuel Betances of the University of Illinois. H. Philpott also reviewed the final GGIV Financial Report. She noted that GGIV costs were slightly higher than GGIII costs due to the additional mailing expenses incurred to combat the registration shortfall. She also noted that while there was a shortfall between revenues and expenses, Grantmakers/Grantseekers has always been subsidized by MNF's general fund. This is the first year that the subsidy has been adequately measured. H. Philpott pointed out that a subcommittee of the GGV program committee is pursuing opportunities for corporate sponsorship and display fees to offset the conference expenses. The subcommittee hopes to attract $20,000 in corporate sponsorships. Sponsors and vendors will be carefully selected to insure that the integrity and mission of the conference are upheld. H. Philpott also mentioned that the committee is looking at the possibility of holding GGVI at a different facility. For the past three years GGS has been held at the Hyatt Regency. However, given the limitations of the lunch room and recent problems with service, the committee felt it was important to investigate other hotels in Michigan. �11. Campaign for Voluntarism Report [Tab 9]: G. Romney summarized progress on this initiative to date. He reaffirmed the importance of this aspect of MNF's mission and the Forum's unique position to have a lasting impact on the state. The committee expressed their unanimous support and their deep appreciation for his leadership. 12. Program & Public Policy Committees Report [Tab 10]: E. Blews reported that this is indeed an exciting and dramatic time for MNF. He noted that the Summit I tapes are almost complete and will be available with a written synopsis in the near future. E. Blews also reviewed the White Paper and its developmental process to date. The White Paper subcommittee has met twice to review and revise Janne Gallagher's White Paper draft, which is intended to be a comprehensive statement of values that showcase the distinctiveness of the nonprofit sector in Michigan. The White Paper can be used to educate nonprofits, government and business alike on what the nonprofit sector is and is capable of being. E. Blews then made the following motion: THAT THE MICHIGAN NONPROFIT FORUM BOARD OF TRUSTEES RECEIVE THE DISCUSSION DRAFT OF THE MICHIGAN NONPROFIT FORUM "WHITE PAPER ON VALUES AND ACCOUNTABILITY," AS REVISED TO REFLECT THE DELIBERATIONS AND WORK OF THE MNF JOINT PUBLIC POLICY/PROGRAM COMMITTEES ON OCTOBER 9,1992, FOR PURPOSES OF CIRCULATION TO THE MICHIGAN NONPROFIT COMMUNITY FOR FEEDBACK, DISCUSSION, FURTHER REFINEMENT AND FORMAL HEARINGS; AND FURTHER, THAT THE MNF BOARD OF TRUSTEES APPROVE IN CONCEPT THE PROPOSED SCHEDULE AND PROCESS FOR SOLICITING COMMUNITY FEEDBACK, HOLDING FORUM HEARINGS AND MODIFYING AND REFINING THE WHITE PAPER WITH THE GOAL OF FORMAL ADOPTION BY THE BOARD AT ITS MAY 1993 MEETING. After discussion, the trustees approved the motion. 13. Tax Incentive Study Group Report: Co-Chairs R. Ivory and D. Johnson reviewed the progress of this committee to date. The Committee has retained Public Affairs Associates, Inc., of Lansing. The group has an extensive background in dealing with tax issues and the legislature, as well as experience working with the nonprofit sector. The Council of Michigan Foundations and the United Way of Michigan have both contributed $5,000 toward the $30,000 consulting fee of the Public Affairs Associates, Inc. The Committee is in the process of securing funds for the remainder of the fee. Public Affairs Associates, Inc. is working jointly with Gary Wolfram, Economics Professor at Hillsdale College and former Deputy Treasurer of Michigan. The committee has extensively reviewed the first draft of Dr. Wolfram's paper which details the economic and social effect of tax incentives for the entire Michigan nonprofit sector. The draft is being rewritten for review by the committee in mid-November. 14. Executive Search Committee Report: Chair H. Philpott reported that MNF will undertake a "modified national" search, relying on the candidate recommendations of trustees and key contacts. Advertising of the position will be limited to select Michigan �publications and the Chronicle of Philanthropy. She indicated the committee will work on a four-month timetable, anticipating filling the position by February 1, 1993. 15. Discussion of Priorities and Future Plans for the Forum [Tab 11]: There was considerable discussion regarding the priorities and future direction of the Forum. The finance committee's motion to conduct an all-day Board retreat was taken from the table and approved. Chairman Mawby instructed the Forum staff to survey the membership for availability of an early January meeting. He also suggested that the executive committee meet to discuss the most appropriate process to prepare for and conduct the retreat. 16. Adjournment: The meeting was adjourned at 3:00 p.m. Respectfully Submitted by: Herbert Yamanishi, Secretary �ref:bdt21012.min,cm/bdt,0000 � 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, 49729 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 1993-05-11 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/8df02f30f65139d93e1b9e1fccc67e32.pdf a3be75e3a4d276479dcfc25e5b0dd0fd PDF Text Text MICHIGAN NONPROFIT FORUM 34 KELLOGG CENTER EAST LANSING, MICHIGAN 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 Executive Committee Meeting April 29, 1993 -- 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Kellogg Center - Centennial C Room, East Lansing, Michigan Members Present: N. Charles Anderson Robert E. Ivory Dorothy A. Johnson Russell G. Mawby Helen C. Philpott Herbert Yamanishi Staff Present: Donna M. Clarke David O. Egner 1. Welcome and Call to Order: The meeting was called to order by Chairman Mawby at 10:10 a.m. 2. Approval of Minutes: The minutes of the September 23, 1992, and February 26, 1993, meetings were approved as circulated. 3. Proposed Personnel Policy Changes: The committee reviewed the changes which were made to the MNF Employment Polices and Procedures at the February 26 meeting which included (1) changing from 12 to 10 paid holidays, (2) adding of a "successor coverage option" to the medical/dental insurance, and (3) changing the wording to Resignations/Termination's, Employment At-Will, and Discrimination/Harassment. After discussion, the committee recommended the following additional changes: 1. At the end of each fiscal year carry forward of unused vacation days will be limited to one-half of one year's days. 2. Unused sick days will carry forward annually. The accumulated total will be applied to short-term disability. In the event of termination of employment, accrued sick days are not eligible for reimbursement. 3. After one full year of service, short-term and long-term disability coverage and retirement will be made available to each full-time employee. �4. After a 90-day probationary period, term life will be available by group plan to each full-time employee. 5. New employees' performance will be reviewed after an initial probationary period ~ 90 days for non-exempt staff and 180 days for exempt staff. 6. All employee benefits will cease on the last day of employment. Options to convert or continue health/dental coverage and retirement benefits are available and will be explained in detail prior to the separation date. Arrangements will also be made prior to the separation date to pay all due wages, accrued vacation, and reimbursable expenses to the employee. 3. Review of Membership/Meeting Report: D. Johnson reported on the recommended plan of the Board/Committee Structure Committee (attached). The plan, as outlined, suggested changing the Board structure from an association based, no term limit model to a more traditional, member elected model. After considerable discussion, it was agreed that a modified version of the plan would be presented to the full Board. A Bylaw Committee will be appointed to make the necessary changes to accommodate the new structure. 4. Review of Proposed 1993-94 Budget: B. Ivory reviewed the 1992-93 Financial Summary through March 31 noting that revenues and expenses were coming in on target. He then reviewed the 1993-94 Recommended Budget. After discussion, the committee approved this budget and recommended that staff develop a 5 year cash flow plan and a policy on fund balances. Additionally, the committee recommended that the finance report format be modified to include a cash flow analysis and estimated actuals for 1992-93. 5. Proposed Purpose Statements: The committee approved the Proposed Purpose Statements (attached) after making minor sequence and grammar changes. They will be recommended for full Board approval on May 13. 6. Proposed MNF Sponsored Retirement Program: D. Egner introduced the idea of developing a statewide, nonprofit retirement plan sponsored by MNF. After discussion, the Executive Committee agreed that a committee will be appointed to fully explore the possibility of establishing such a plan. 7. Report of the Public Policy Committee: H. Yamanishi noted that at the April 27 meeting of the Program/Public Policy Committee, members of the committee approved the following motions concerning the tax incentive paper: (1.) Recommended the paper as revised be circulated to the joint Program/Public Policy Committee with a ballot giving members the opportunity to vote yes or no on the approval of the paper (passed unanimously). (2.) The committee endorses substantive revisions in concept and recommends (subject to final editing) the paper to the board for approval (passed 5 to 2). �H. Yamanishi noted that the ballots were being mailed out this week from the MNF office and that Board members will be asked to review the tax incentive paper in preparation for discussion on potential further action regarding this initiative at the May 13, 1993, Board Meeting. 8. Review of Proposed Agenda for May 13 Board Meeting: After discussion, the committee developed the agenda for the May 13 Board Meeting as follows: 12:00-1:00 p.m. Informal Lunch 1:00 p.m. 1) Call to Order/Welcome 2) Approval of October 12, 1992, Minutes 3) Report of Search Committee 4) Executive Director's Report 5) Proposed Purpose Statements 6) Proposed Organizational Structure -Appointment of Bylaws Committee -Special Meeting Dates 7) Finance Report 8) Proposed 1993-94 Budget 9) Recommended Personnel Policies 10) Report of Membership/Nominating Committee -Review Current Membership & Projections -Appointment of Retirement Plan Committee 11) Report of Audit Committee 12) Report of Public Policy Committee 13) Campaign for Voluntarism Update 14) GGV Preview 15) Adjourn 4:30 p.m. 9. Adjournment: The meeting adjourned at 11:50 a.m. � 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, 49735 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 1993-07-29 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/231691c9ca99ad7f5ef81b50729b0130.pdf 04f97de805901a161671d831bd6bec05 PDF Text Text MICHIGAN NONPROFIT FORUM 38 KELLOGG CENTER EAST LANSING, MICHIGAN 48824-1022 Phone: 517/353-5038 Fax: 517/336-1327 An alliance to promote giving, volunteering and a strong, effective nonprofit sector in Michigan. [NOT YET ADOPTED] Minutes of the Retirement Committee Meeting July 26, 1993 -- 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Kellogg Center - Room 110, East Lansing, Michigan Members Present: Gerard E. Keidel Judith A. Rapanos Staff Present: David O. Egner 1. Welcome and Call to Order: The meeting was called to order by Chairman Keidel at 10:45 a.m. 2. Review of Objectives: Chairman Keidel first reviewed the four objectives of the Committee (see attached). These objectives will serve as guidelines for the Committee as they examine the possibilities of creating a MNF sponsored retirement program for nonprofits in Michigan. There was discussion about the need to supply alternatives to as many nonprofit organizations as possible. With this in mind, and because a number of nonprofit entities are not eligible for such retirement programs as 403(b)'s, the Committee concluded that MNF should explore the possibility of providing a number of investment options. 3. Discussion of Future Plans for Committee: Chairman Keidel has agreed to secure an attorney specializing in the establishment of retirement programs to advise the Committee on its options and the optimum program to meet its objectives. Three possible meeting dates in the month of August have been set for a second committee meeting with the attorney. Those dates are: August 10, 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. August 24, 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. August 25, 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. 4. Adjournment: The meeting adjourned at 11:30 a.m. ref:RET30726,wnwrd\comm\inin � 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, 49736 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 1993-07-29 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/301334997a6d316860dc42dd7a4fd409.pdf f8306e8e7f67bbdd40e5b744fdd6cea8 PDF Text Text MICHIGAN NONPROFIT FORUM 38 KELLOGG CENTER EAST LANSING, MICIDGAN 48824-1022 Phone: 517/353-5038 Fax: 517/336-1327 An aUiance to promote giving, volunteering and a strong, effective nonprofit sector in Michigan. [NOT YET ADOPTED} Minutes of the Structure Committee Meeting Thursday, July 29, 1993 --2:30p.m. to 4:00p.m. Kellogg Center- Room 107, East Lansing, Michigan Members Present: Anne W. Rosewarne Steven L. Johns-Boehme David Smith Staff Present: David 0 . Egner 1. Welcome and Call to Order: The meeting was called to order at 2:35p.m. 2. Review of Objectives: The Committee reviewed the Objectives of restructuring the Board ofDirectors that were developed at the Board Retreat in January, 1993, and at the Board Meeting on May 13, 1993 . 3. Committee Recommendations: The Committee reviewed three possible alternative structures for the Board ofDirectors. After discussion, the Committee approved the following motion: "The Board Structure Committee recommends that Alternative I (see attached), be presented to the Executive Committee with the recommendation that it go before the full Board on November 11 , 1993, for approval. The Committee recommends that, after the restructuring policy has been approved, the procedures for implementing this plan should be developed through the efforts of the Nominating and a specially appointed Bylaws Committee. The implementation plan would take effect at a Spring election ofBoard Members. To aid in the transition to the new structure, the Board Structure Committee also makes the following three Committee ofMNF: �4. 1. The extension of the current officers of the MNF Board until June 30, 1994. 2. That the choice of staff or board participation of the 18 Organizational Members ofMNF be left to each individual organization. 3. That no more than one third of the open seats on the Board be occupied by current Organizational Member representatives." Adjournment: The meeting was adjourned at 4:00p.m. ref:S1R30802\wnwrd\comm\min 2 � 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, 49737 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 1993-07-29 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/c2c8df0eadc7c45bc5fa44132f8d8111.pdf 1e9a537711c75dfb6f85d766f6f5355f PDF Text Text MICHIGAN NONPROFIT FORUM 38 KELLOGG CENTER EAST LANSING, MICHIGAN 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 Executive Committee Meeting August 3, 1993 -- 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Kellogg Center - East Lansing, Michigan Members Present: Robert E. Ivory Dorothy A. Johnson Russell G. Mawby Helen C. Philpott George Romney Glenn R. Stevens Herbert Yamanishi Staff Present: Donna M. Clarke David O. Egner 1. Welcome and Call to Order: The meeting was called to order by Chairman Mawby at 10:10 a.m. 2. Approval of Minutes: The minutes of the April 29, 1993, meeting were approved as circulated. 3. Finance Report: R. Ivory reviewed the 1992-93 Financial Summary noting that the fiscal year ended very close to the revised budget approved by the Executive Committee in March. After discussion the Summary was unanimously approved. 4. Structure Committee Report: D. Egner reviewed the recommendations of the Board Structure Committee. After discussion, the committee approved the recommendations for consideration by the full Board at the November 11 meeting. 5. Campaign for Voluntarism Report: G. Romney reported on the continued success of Michigan's Campaign for Volunteerism. As a direct result of the Campaign the number of Voluntary Actions Centers in Michigan has grown from 13 to 23, and the number of developing centers continues to grow. �G. Romney also discussed the concept of a merger between the Volunteer Centers of Michigan and the Michigan Nonprofit Forum. The merger would provide a sustained infrastructure for the Campaign and would enhance the ability of both organizations to address their missions of promoting and strengthening voluntarism in Michigan. After discussion the committee endorsed the merger in concept and nominated D. Johnson and D. Egner to represent MNF during the negotiation proceedings. A full report of the merger discussions will be made at the November 11 meeting. 6. Program Report: D. Egner updated the committee on several program issues. While MNF has only received a small number of the tax incentive paper approval ballots back, the response has been positive. Of the 9 responses received, there were 8 in support and 1 in opposition. D. Egner noted that MNF is beginning work on its second Public Policy Summit which will be held in late fall. The Summit will focus on the issues raised in The Philadelphia Inquirer and other publications. A panel of 12 individuals from the government, private and nonprofit sectors will be engaged at the Summit. D. Egner also reviewed the work of the Retirement Committee to date. The committee is composed of Gerard Keidel, MASA; Judith Rapanos, MCACA; Matt York, UWM; and Greg Zerlott, Muskegon Community Foundation. They have been in contact with several providers and hope to begin accepting bids in the late fall. A more detailed report will be available at the November 11 meeting. In closing, D. Egner indicated the Grantmakers/Grantseekers Program Committee would be gathering soon to begin work on GGVI. The committee structure and composition has been revised to reflect the co-sponsor ship of the conference by the Council of Michigan Foundations and the Michigan Nonprofit Forum. The conference objectives have also been redefined to promote a return to the original mission of the conference; which was to bring grantmakers and grantseekers together to discuss and examine common issues of importance and to promote constructive dialogue and awareness between the groups. 7. Adjournment: The meeting adjourned at 12:05 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. 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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, 49738 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 1993-10-25