Carol Kratz, Program Director
The news tells us the recession has officially ended, yet we know Arizona has a way to go to get back on track. Piper Trust and other foundations have made resources available through the Alliance of Arizona Nonprofits to help local organizations find existing stimulus funds as well as any new Recovery Act funds made available. Read below about the Alliance program as well as a South Phoenix nonprofit’s cautionary tale about federal funding.

Coordinated Efforts on Stimulus Funds
The Alliance of Arizona Nonprofits has just launched an online resource for nonprofits to get the information they need to consider federal funding options. [Read more…]

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A Column by Phil Anthropy
1. When I submitted a proposal, I had to list the percentage of board members who made a personal contribution to the organization. Don't you think you are discriminating against boards whose members aren't wealthy?
2. How does Piper Trust determine the three-year requirement for an organization being a 501(c)(3)? [Read answers …]

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Picturing Maricopa
Don’t miss Picturing Maricopa: 15 Photographers/15 Nonprofits at Burton Barr Central Library, Phoenix, through December 6. The community photography exhibit captures the mission and purpose of 15 basic needs agencies. A perfect family show for the Season of Thanksgiving. [Read more…]