Francie Ostrower has received a grant from the Aspen Institute for "Limited
Life Foundations: A Study." Most private foundations are established in
perpetuity, but some foundations and donors choose a different path,
deciding to distribute their assets within a set period and close the
foundation. Some passionately advocate this strategy and there are those
who urge more donors and foundations to at least seriously consider this
alternative. One of the major gaps in the foundation literature, however,
is the absence of research on foundations that do choose limited life - why
they do it, how they do it, and the consequences of their decision.
Through in-depth case studies of limited-life foundations, this research will
help to fill this gap, and thereby broaden our understanding of philanthropic
strategies as well as provide information that can assist those considering or
implementing a sunset plan. The study builds on Professor Ostrower's earlier
research comparing limited life and perpetual foundations which will be
published by the Urban Institute next year.
RGK Center honored by the City of Austin
October 15, 2008
The City of Austin is recognizing the RGK Center as one of the city's "Partners in the Arts & Humanities" for our contribution to Austin Parks and Recreation Department's Totally Cool Totally Art program as part of last year's Philanthropy and the Arts course supported by the M.R. & Evelyn Hudson Foundation.
Our donation enabled the TCTA program to purchase 2 Apple iBooks for use in classes. Students are now able to use portable technology to record music, edit short films and alter digital photographs. A brief awards ceremony will be held on Thursday, October 23, 2008 during the Austin City Council meeting.
Press
Austin-American Statesman, November 01, 2009
Peter Frumkin discusses the issues facing nonprofit mergers.
Austin-American Statesman, October 25, 2009
The report conducted by the RGK Center says the nonprofit is spurring
people to contribute, volunteer more.
Austin-American Statesman, October 20, 2009
The LBJ School of Public Affairs' RGK Center for Philanthropy and
Community Service has teamed up with Dell to host the fourth annual
contest.
Austin-American Statesman, October 8, 2009
Sarah Jane Rehnborg discusses the changes to volunteerism in the
current economic climate.
Huffington Post, October 7, 2009
The Huffington Post highlights the 2010 Dell Social Innovation Competition.
The Daily Texan, September 11, 2009
Peter Frumkin served as a panelist for ?Weathering the Economic Storm?
to discuss how to promote arts, culture and creativity in Austin as
the local economy struggles to pull out of the recession.
Austin American-Statesman, June 21, 2009
Peter Frumkin and other experts say the biggest measure that people
are using to judge charities is flawed, misleading and generally
useless.
Jewish Standard, June 12, 2009
Peter Frumkin discusses the challenge community foundations in the
secular world are facing: How do you maintain the donor base?
Austin American-Statesman, May 26, 2009
Peter Frumkin addresses a recent study that questions whether Austin
has too many nonprofits.
Philanthropy News Digest, May 26, 2009
Peter Frumkin discusses how the economy has impacted individual donors.
New York Times, May 21, 2009
Director Peter Frumkin examines motivations behind giving during tough times.
The Chronicle of Philanthropy, May 21, 2009
Francie Ostrower discusses how the issues donors face in deciding
whether to set up a foundation in perpetuity or for a limited life are
not black and white.
The Dallas Morning News, April 23, 2009
Peter Frumkin discusses the challenges facing the expansion.
The Daily Texan, April 23, 2009
The RGK Center welcomed David Lane as part of the Global Civil Society Lecture Series
The Chronicle of Philanthropy, April 01, 2009
Peter Frumkin discusses the economy's effect on environmental groups
Commissioned by Hudson Institute's Bradley Center for Philanthropy and Civic Renewal, February 2009
Comments from Peter Frumkin
Austin American Statesman, February 2, 2009
Director Peter Frumkin discusses nonprofit fundraising in today's economy.
Austin American Statesman, November 16, 2008
Peter Frumkin discusses President-elect Obama's impact on the nonprofit sector.
The Chronicle for Philanthropy, October 31, 2008
Peter Frumkin discusses charity and foundation officials' reluctance to discuss their giving practices.
Freep.com, October 12, 2008
Peter Frumkin discusses philanthropic giving as the wealthy continue to see their incomes increase.
Our Children, The PTA National Magazine, August/September 2008
Sarah Jane Rehnborg writes about how PTA leaders can ensure their units remain effective and active voices for children, families and education by recruiting volunteers and helping them succeed.
Wall Street Journal, Front Lines, June 23, 2008
Peter Frumkin is quoted is this article about expanded funding sources for Planned Parenthood.
Computer World, June 23, 2008
Peter Frumkin contributes to this article on the enormous legacy of the Gates Foundation.
Austin American-Statesman, June 15, 2008
Peter Frumkin comments on some of the internal conflicts that can arise at area nonprofits as they
vie for funding and media attention.
New York Times, April 26, 2008
Peter Frumkin comments on the public-private partnerships that have become an increasingly common strategy for raising funds for cash-strapped local governments.
Austin American Statesman, February 17, 2008
Peter Frumkin answers questions about how nonprofits should operate in tough economic times.
Austin American Statesman, January 20, 2008
Peter Frumkin comments that normally "foundations pay for research and programs, not the actual product" in this article about an Austin man who wants to fund the solutions to a number of large societal problems through his foundation's Victory Project.
KUT Radio, January 18-24, 2008 edition
In this broadcast about Impact Austin, Peter Frumkin explains the growing phenomenon of giving circles.
Austin Business Journal, December 20, 2007
Peter Frumkin comments on the Lance Armstrong Foundation's move to East Austin
The Chronicle of Philanthropy, December 13, 2007
Austin American Statesman, October 21, 2007
"People come and go because of government," said Peter Frumkin, executive director of the RGK Center for Philanthropy and Community ...
The Chronicle of Philanthropy, October 18, 2007
Peter Frumkin comments on Clinton's philanthropy campaign.
Contemporary Sociology, September 2007
Peter Frumkin reviews this book by Emily Barman.
Austin Business Journal, September 14, 2007
Peter Frumkin is quoted in this article about Austin's Campaign for Philanthropy.
Portal, Issue No.2, 2006-2007
An article by Peter Frumkin and Steven C. Smith about how civil society is exploding in Latin America, especially in Mexico.
The Atlantic, September 17, 2007
Peter Frumkin comments on emerging models of foundation giving in this article about the Clinton Foundation.
Chronicle of Philanthropy, August 23, 2007
Peter Frumkin comments on the selection of a new Ford Foundation president.
Casting Ballots for Charity: Online Popularity Contests Drive Philanthropic Decisions
The Chronicle of Philanthropy, July 26, 2007
Peter Frumkin comments on public voting on foundation funding decisions.
Austin American-Statesman, June 26, 2007
Peter Frumkin comments on arts funding in Austin.
Austin American-Statesman, May 5, 2007
Sarah Jane Rehnborg comments on the history of Austin volunteer centers established through United Way's Hands on Central Texas
The Daily Texan, April 25, 2007
Josh Busby discusses impact of HIV in Africa.
KUT Radio, April 17, 2007
Peter Frumkin discusses the Social Innovation Competition.
SmartMoney.com, March 29, 2007
Peter Frumkin explains the growth of venture philanthropy.
KUT Radio, February 15, 2007
Austin NPR affiliate, KUT Radio, reports on the Social Innovation Competition
The 'It Factor': What makes a persuasive charity leader?
Austin American-Statesman, February 11, 2007
Peter Frumkin discusses the role that leadership qualities play in the success of nonprofits.
Couple Using Online Fortune to Help 'Community Angels'
Austin American-Statesman, February 10, 2007
Peter Frumkin quoted in an article on a program that gives money to struggling nonprofits.
The Chronicle of Higher Education, February 2, 2007
Peter Frumkin's latest book, Strategic Giving: The Art and Science of Philanthropy was discussed in an essay.
The Giving Game
Bloomberg Markets, January 24, 2007
Peter Frumkin details how philanthropy advice is booming as U.S. hedge fund managers, real estate moguls and entrepreneurs demand that their charities perform as well as their investments.
Study ranks Austin second for number of arts festivals, 51st in arts philanthropy
Austin American-Statesman, December 16, 2006
Peter Frumkin discusses arts philanthropy in Austin.
BBC Radio, November 1, 2006
Host Laurie Taylor talks to Peter Frumkin about philanthropy today.
New York Times, July 18, 2006
Peter Frumkin compares the giving strategies of philanthropy giants of days past with today's Warren Buffett and Bill Gates.
The impact of Impact Austin
Austin American-Statesman, June 03, 2006
Peter Frumkin discusses collective giving
