Offers advice on the principles of successful fund raising, specifically addressing small libraries and fund raising for automation. The discussion covers the need for careful planning, identification of receptive funding sources, and clear communication of needs and objectives. A sidebar provides information on the Foundation Center, an…

Reviews findings of a survey of participants at the 1986 Omaha Development Institute to determine the revenue generated for Catholic schools by various development activities between 1976 and 1986. Discusses amounts and sources of revenue, administrative structures for financial development, and budgetary influences. (DMM)

Offers guidelines for establishing alumni programs, college foundations, and booster clubs at community colleges. Includes brief histories of these kinds of groups; discusses organizational, administrative, and operational concerns; and suggests ways the groups can support the college. (DMM)

The adult problems of overweight, high cholesterol levels, high blood pressure, and diabetes are shared by the youth of our nation. Currently, corporations are providing assistance to national organizations in an effort to reverse this trend. A sampling of the array of support services the corporate sector supplies is presented. (JD)

Argues that public relations and resource development, including long-range planning and marketing, have become integral functions in advancing the goals of Catholic elementary and secondary schools. Considers alumni giving, foundations, and other components of development programs. (DMM)

Confronted by diminishing prospects for adequate public financing, a small but growing number of two-year colleges are developing aggressive campaigns to bring in alumni donations. Some institutions have been highly successful. The biggest difficulty encountered is locating former students; another problem is conflicting alumni loyalties. (MSE)

One in a collection of papers on self-made millionaire and educational philanthropist George Peabody highlights his establishment of the Peabody Education Fund, noting the far-reaching effects of that gift to southern education. The paper also presents a brief history of the life, work, and death of George Peabody. (SM)

One in a collection of papers on George Peabody, educational philanthropist, highlights his commitment to education in the South during the Reconstruction Era by establishing the Peabody Education Fund. The paper discusses the effect of Peabody's relationship with philanthropist Johns Hopkins as well as with other important historical figures. (SM)

Describes five model philanthropic programs that provide funding to Native American causes. Indicates that Native Americans are creating their own foundations and working as partners with non-Indian philanthropies. Discusses the Seventh Generation Fund, American Indian College Fund, Eagle Staff Fund Collaborative, Montana Community Foundation, and…

Reviews historical trends in U.S. philanthropy toward Native Americans, including the "missionary and chief making era" (1819-1940s), "political leadership era" (1940s-1960s), "issues and rights era" (1960s), "institutional era" (1970s), "self-sufficiency era" (1980s), and present day efforts. Highlights obstacles that prevented the success of…

New concentrations of wealth in the United States have not been accompanied by increased private philanthropy for higher education. To inspire large gifts, college development professionals must build a compelling case for transforming education. (MSE)

The modest foundation that publisher DeWitt Wallace established for Macalester College (Minnesota) in 1981 suddenly became $200 million in 1990. Previous strategic planning has laid a foundation for decisions regarding use of the assets, which will be used to strengthen the faculty, curriculum, student opportunities, and facilities. (MSE)

Outlines the benefits and steps of establishing an education foundation to raise supplementary funds for the long-term benefit of a school district. (MLF)

Argues that the participation of the business community can supply expertise and financial support through investment and commercial services as the National Research and Education Network (NREN) and the resulting sophisticated and expensive technology develop. Describes the function of the National Science Foundation's backbone network service,…

The vocational versus academic education debate has focused primarily on public costs. This article compares both the public and private costs of technical-vocational and upper secondary education in Greece. There the private costs of education are much higher for academic than for vocational education, whereas the public costs are similar. (seven…