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After Inflation, Foundations Gave Less in 2011
By Michael S. FischerGiving by U.S. foundations lost ground to inflation in 2011 even as total giving increased by 2.2% to an estimated $46.9 billion, according to a study released Thursday by the Foundation Center.
May 23, 2012
FSOC Examines Volcker Rule, JPMorgan Losses; Provides SIFI-Label Protest ProceduresThe FSOC met this week and had a lot on its plate: Volcker Rule and financial stability in light of JPMorgan's losses, and the approval of new procedures that nonbanks and FMUs can follow to protest a SIFI designation.
May 17, 2012
LPL Names Sallie Larsen Chief Human Capital OfficerFormer Fed Home Loan Bank HR executive becomes member of LPLs executive committee.
May 14, 2012
Rise in Donors to Charities for the Destitute Looks TemporaryDespite accelerated giving, charities that strive to meet basic needs of the most down-and-out Americans are struggling to remain viable as demand for services accelerates, according to a new study.
May 09, 2012
Principal Survey: Company Benefits Significantly Boost Employee Retention, LoyaltyWhen asked about the impact of their employee benefits, 75% of respondents said their company offerings have significantly increased employee retention, as compared to 25% who the offerings have had some impact.
May 08, 2012
Smaller Private Foundations Still Playing Catch-UpAmerican private foundations with endowments of less than $50 million are struggling to get back to their prerecession levels, according to a report released Tuesday by Foundation Source.
April 25, 2012
Caught in the Club-Sandwich GenerationThe number of seniors caught between a rock and a hard place parents who need care and children who need money is growing.
April 20, 2012
$50 Now or $500 Later? Most Americans Would WaitAmericans indicate they are at least interested in saving more, a poll conducted by the financial literacy website TheMint.org found.