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Giving while living a big bet?
Interview with John R Healy, former CEO of The Atlantic Philanthropies Three years ago, in early 2002, a decision was made that The Atlantic Philanthropies would spend down their then almost $4 billion endowment over a period of 12-15 years. If a foundation is going…
Author: Alliance Magazine
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Big Brothers Big Sisters Receives $1.29 Million Grant from The Atlantic Philanthropies to Study School-Based Mentoring
Noreen Shanfelter Director, Media and Public Relations 215.665.7778 nshanfelter@bbbsa.org (PHILADELPHIA, PA. January 19, 2005). Big Brothers Big Sisters of America has received a $1.29 million grant from The Atlantic Philanthropies to fund the first major impact study ever done on school-based mentoring. The comprehensive, independent…
Author: Big Brothers Big Sisters
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One Life to Give
Conor O’Cleary interviews Chuck Feeney about his philosophy of giving. Irish America 12-01-2003 Chuck Feeney has just put into practice something he had been considering for many years. He has decided that all the vast wealth he accumulated in his lifetime should be given away…
Author: Irish America
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The Secret Givers
These big-time contributors try to share their wealth while shunning the spotlight Summary: For more than a decade, New Jersey-born Charles F. Feeney has maintained a low-profile when it comes to his philanthropic endeavors. Other wealthy individuals are doing the same. For more click here…
Author: Business Week
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The Silent Giver
Chuck Feeney has already given away $3 billion – and there’s a few billion more to come, the publicity-shy philanthropist tells Conor O’Clery Summary: Chuck Feeney discusses his views on philanthropy, “giving while living” and life. for more click here (subscription required): www.ireland.com
Author: Irish Times
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Impact of courses on children's behaviour felt six months on
Original Source Archways and the Incredible Years programme are Atlantic grantees via the Clondalkin Partnership. By Claire O’Sullivan NEARLY six out of 10 parents who underwent a positive parenting course did not see their children’s behaviour as a problem six months later, new research has…
Author: Irish Examiner
