Tuesday, November 13, 2012
Thursday, January 6, 2011
IRA Holders Can Still Make 2010 Charitable Distributions thru January 2011!!!
IRA Holders Can Still Make 2010 Charitable Distributions
Note: The following discussion is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended to serve as legal or tax advice. For specific information about provisions of the Tax Relief, Unemployment Insurance Reauthorization, and Job Creation Act of 2010 affecting charitable contributions, consult your tax adviser or attorney.
Persons aged 70½ or older can again enjoy tax savings by making charitable gifts directly from their Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs), thanks to a provision of the Tax Relief, Unemployment Insurance Reauthorization, and Job Creation Act of 2010, which was signed into law December 17, 2010. The act also allows charitable distributions made from an IRA in January 2011 to be declared as 2010 gifts, should the IRA holder wish to do so.
The December 17, 2010, law extends legislation originally adopted in 2006 and extended in 2008 (that extension expired December 31, 2009). For a charitable gift made from an Individual Retirement Account (IRA) not to be taxed as income, the following must be true:
* the gift was made in 2010 or 2011;
* the IRA holder is age 70½ or older;
* the gift totals $100,000 or less each year;
* the charity that received the gift is eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions;
* the charity is not a section 509(a)(3) supporting organization; and
* the withdrawal goes directly from the IRA to the charity.
The donor does not need to itemize his or her taxes to benefit from the distribution. If the donor does itemize, however, he or she cannot also take the distribution as a deduction.
(Source Guidestar.com)
full story @ http://www2.guidestar.org/rxa/news/articles/2011/2010-ira-charitable-distributions.aspx?hq_e=el&hq_m=886571&hq_l=5&hq_v=1b8a1dae07
Note: The following discussion is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended to serve as legal or tax advice. For specific information about provisions of the Tax Relief, Unemployment Insurance Reauthorization, and Job Creation Act of 2010 affecting charitable contributions, consult your tax adviser or attorney.
Persons aged 70½ or older can again enjoy tax savings by making charitable gifts directly from their Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs), thanks to a provision of the Tax Relief, Unemployment Insurance Reauthorization, and Job Creation Act of 2010, which was signed into law December 17, 2010. The act also allows charitable distributions made from an IRA in January 2011 to be declared as 2010 gifts, should the IRA holder wish to do so.
The December 17, 2010, law extends legislation originally adopted in 2006 and extended in 2008 (that extension expired December 31, 2009). For a charitable gift made from an Individual Retirement Account (IRA) not to be taxed as income, the following must be true:
* the gift was made in 2010 or 2011;
* the IRA holder is age 70½ or older;
* the gift totals $100,000 or less each year;
* the charity that received the gift is eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions;
* the charity is not a section 509(a)(3) supporting organization; and
* the withdrawal goes directly from the IRA to the charity.
The donor does not need to itemize his or her taxes to benefit from the distribution. If the donor does itemize, however, he or she cannot also take the distribution as a deduction.
(Source Guidestar.com)
full story @ http://www2.guidestar.org/rxa/news/articles/2011/2010-ira-charitable-distributions.aspx?hq_e=el&hq_m=886571&hq_l=5&hq_v=1b8a1dae07
Tuesday, November 2, 2010
Free Continuing Education, Focus on ADD/ADHD
RE: Free Continuing Education, Focus on ADD/ADHD
WATCH 2010 and Glover Drug are proud to announce that they have worked in collaboration to organize a free educational seminar on ADD/ADHD In Jasper at the CHS Building November 4th at 6:30 p.m.
The speaker for this event is the recognized author and professor of psychology at Lee University, Dr. Heather Quagliana. Dr. Quagliana’s areas of clinical specialty include Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), disruptive behavior disorders, childhood trauma, autism, and expressive therapies with children. Dr. Quagliana has presented and published her research in these areas of specialty. A professional with as much experience and expertise as Dr. Quagliana will be a great resource for teachers, parents, and medical workers in Walker County.
The program is scheduled to take place on November 4 at 6:30 p.m. at the Community Health Systems Activity Center (CHS) 204 East 19th Street downtown Jasper.
ADHD, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, is a problem with inattentiveness, over-activity, impulsivity or both. It often goes undiagnosed in young children. It is especially difficult to identify because normal hyperactivity is often characteristic of young children. Jennifer Weathers, an RN at Glover Drug, is responsible for envisioning this educational event. When asked what the chief purpose of it is, she responded saying, “Our primary goal of the event is to provide educators that are in the classrooms with our children information that can help them excel at their jobs.” This program is open to everyone but is specifically tailored to meet the needs of teachers, parents and medical professionals. The specific objectives of this session are to…
• Educate professionals about the symptoms and presentation of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and disruptive behavior problems in children and adolescents
• Identify the neurobiological origins associated with the development of ADHD and further understand the diagnostic issues associated with disruptive behavior problems in children and adolescents
• Discuss current intervention strategies including therapeutic and classroom/school-based interventions
• Understand behavior modification in the treatment of ADHD in multiple contexts
• Emphasize the importance of multidisciplinary approaches in the treatment of ADHD and disruptive behaviors
Glover Drug and WATCH 2010 are hoping to get a large turnout for this program. Hopefully, depending on how this initial seminar goes, there will be several more like it in the future.
Your Contact:
Jennifer Starnes Weathers RN
Glover Drugs
Bus: (205) 304-4485
E-mail: jennifer@gloverdrug.com
Web Page: www.gloverdrugs.com
Or
Will McCollum
AmeriCorps – VISTA / WATCH 2010
Mobile: (205) 302-0001
wmcollum@wacf.org
http://watch2010.walkerweb.net/
WATCH 2010 and Glover Drug are proud to announce that they have worked in collaboration to organize a free educational seminar on ADD/ADHD In Jasper at the CHS Building November 4th at 6:30 p.m.
The speaker for this event is the recognized author and professor of psychology at Lee University, Dr. Heather Quagliana. Dr. Quagliana’s areas of clinical specialty include Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), disruptive behavior disorders, childhood trauma, autism, and expressive therapies with children. Dr. Quagliana has presented and published her research in these areas of specialty. A professional with as much experience and expertise as Dr. Quagliana will be a great resource for teachers, parents, and medical workers in Walker County.
The program is scheduled to take place on November 4 at 6:30 p.m. at the Community Health Systems Activity Center (CHS) 204 East 19th Street downtown Jasper.
ADHD, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, is a problem with inattentiveness, over-activity, impulsivity or both. It often goes undiagnosed in young children. It is especially difficult to identify because normal hyperactivity is often characteristic of young children. Jennifer Weathers, an RN at Glover Drug, is responsible for envisioning this educational event. When asked what the chief purpose of it is, she responded saying, “Our primary goal of the event is to provide educators that are in the classrooms with our children information that can help them excel at their jobs.” This program is open to everyone but is specifically tailored to meet the needs of teachers, parents and medical professionals. The specific objectives of this session are to…
• Educate professionals about the symptoms and presentation of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and disruptive behavior problems in children and adolescents
• Identify the neurobiological origins associated with the development of ADHD and further understand the diagnostic issues associated with disruptive behavior problems in children and adolescents
• Discuss current intervention strategies including therapeutic and classroom/school-based interventions
• Understand behavior modification in the treatment of ADHD in multiple contexts
• Emphasize the importance of multidisciplinary approaches in the treatment of ADHD and disruptive behaviors
Glover Drug and WATCH 2010 are hoping to get a large turnout for this program. Hopefully, depending on how this initial seminar goes, there will be several more like it in the future.
Your Contact:
Jennifer Starnes Weathers RN
Glover Drugs
Bus: (205) 304-4485
E-mail: jennifer@gloverdrug.com
Web Page: www.gloverdrugs.com
Or
Will McCollum
AmeriCorps – VISTA / WATCH 2010
Mobile: (205) 302-0001
wmcollum@wacf.org
http://watch2010.walkerweb.net/
Monday, October 25, 2010
Community Foundation of Greater Birmingham is announcing a new grantmaking strategy
The Community Foundation of Greater Birmingham is announcing a new grantmaking strategy and process for 2011 with a series of meetings to inform you, our nonprofit partners. We want to make sure that our past and prospective grant applicants understand the rationale behind the new strategy and the changes in our process.
We have scheduled informational sessions throughout the five counties we serve as well as two conference calls. Pick your date and place from the list below and complete your online registration through EventBrite.
To prepare for the sessions, please go to http://www.foundationbirmingham.org/results for more information about our new Results Framework, our four targeted results and associated strategies.
Your partnership is so important and we look forward to these meetings with you.
James McCrary, Senior Program Officer
Thursday, Oct. 29, 2010 (lunch provided)
http://infosession102910wc.eventbrite.com
Walker Area Community Foundation
800 West 7th Street
Jasper, AL 35501
12:00-1:30 p.m.
Conference call on Wednesday, Dec. 8, 2010, from 3:30 to 5 p.m. http://infosession120810.eventbrite.com
Conference call on Monday, Dec. 13, 2010, from 9 to 10:30 a.m. http://infosession121310.eventbrite.com
We have scheduled informational sessions throughout the five counties we serve as well as two conference calls. Pick your date and place from the list below and complete your online registration through EventBrite.
To prepare for the sessions, please go to http://www.foundationbirmingham.org/results for more information about our new Results Framework, our four targeted results and associated strategies.
Your partnership is so important and we look forward to these meetings with you.
James McCrary, Senior Program Officer
Thursday, Oct. 29, 2010 (lunch provided)
http://infosession102910wc.eventbrite.com
Walker Area Community Foundation
800 West 7th Street
Jasper, AL 35501
12:00-1:30 p.m.
Conference call on Wednesday, Dec. 8, 2010, from 3:30 to 5 p.m. http://infosession120810.eventbrite.com
Conference call on Monday, Dec. 13, 2010, from 9 to 10:30 a.m. http://infosession121310.eventbrite.com
Wednesday, May 19, 2010
United Way of Central Alabama - Service Opportunity
Good Morning,
Thank you to everyone who has had an opportunity to register to serve as a 2010 United Way Visiting Allocation Team (VAT) volunteer. To date, we have 162 of the 600 volunteers needed by August 20th. If you haven’t registered, please click the link below and take a few minutes to complete the registration form.
http://www.uwca.org/RegisterVAT/index.htm
We look forward to working with each of you this Fall. Please continue to support our recruitment efforts by placing the aforementioned link on your Facebook page and/or emailing the information below to others who may be interested.
Sonya King
Vice President, Agency Impact
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UNITED WAY OF CENTRAL ALABAMA - VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY
Each year over 600 community volunteers participate in the United Way of Central Alabama’s annual Allocations Process as Visiting Allocation Team (VAT) volunteers. Through this citizen review process, United Way campaign dollars are distributed to partner agencies and initiatives throughout the United Way service area. Ideal volunteers should have a strong desire to make an impact in our community and the flexibility to attend a few week day meetings this Fall.
To register and/or obtain additional details, please visit www.uwca.org. The website provides a full description of the roles and responsibilities of a VAT volunteer, the 2010 Allocation time line, a downloadable recruitment flyer, and our on-line registration form. If additional assistance is needed, please contact Sonya King at 205-458-2063 or via email at vat@uwca.org.
Registration Deadline: August 20, 2010
Thank you to everyone who has had an opportunity to register to serve as a 2010 United Way Visiting Allocation Team (VAT) volunteer. To date, we have 162 of the 600 volunteers needed by August 20th. If you haven’t registered, please click the link below and take a few minutes to complete the registration form.
http://www.uwca.org/RegisterVAT/index.htm
We look forward to working with each of you this Fall. Please continue to support our recruitment efforts by placing the aforementioned link on your Facebook page and/or emailing the information below to others who may be interested.
Sonya King
Vice President, Agency Impact
-------------------------------------
UNITED WAY OF CENTRAL ALABAMA - VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY
Each year over 600 community volunteers participate in the United Way of Central Alabama’s annual Allocations Process as Visiting Allocation Team (VAT) volunteers. Through this citizen review process, United Way campaign dollars are distributed to partner agencies and initiatives throughout the United Way service area. Ideal volunteers should have a strong desire to make an impact in our community and the flexibility to attend a few week day meetings this Fall.
To register and/or obtain additional details, please visit www.uwca.org. The website provides a full description of the roles and responsibilities of a VAT volunteer, the 2010 Allocation time line, a downloadable recruitment flyer, and our on-line registration form. If additional assistance is needed, please contact Sonya King at 205-458-2063 or via email at vat@uwca.org.
Registration Deadline: August 20, 2010
Thursday, April 29, 2010
Foundation Endowment earns more than $2 million dollars
News Release for Immediate Use
Walker Area Community Foundation
Jasper (Walker County), AL – USA
Foundation Endowment earns more than $2 million dollars
The news is great on the performance of the Foundation’s endowment. At the most recent meeting of the Walker Area Community Foundation the Board of Directors learned from Canterbury Trust Company, that the Foundation’s portfolio has exceeded the benchmarks and performed in the top of its class. The Foundation has earned 27% in the calendar year ending 2009. We started the year at $8,902,413 and ended the year at $ 10,909,980. According to John T. Oliver, Jr., President of the Foundation, “The Community Foundation has weathered the worst economic recession since the 1930’s and has emerged as a strong and vibrant foundation and public charity”.
The investments are strong and the Foundation is healthy and growing. Community contributions have been strong through the economic recession and the basic needs of many of the nonprofits providing essential services have been met by grants from the Foundation’s Community Fund. The Foundation closed out the year with $465,970 of grant monies invested in 63 programs to benefit the people of Walker County and the surrounding area.
The Board is also elated to report that the interior of the Bankhead House & Heritage Center at 800 West Seventh Street is complete. They are especially proud that no money from the endowment (the grant making portion of the Foundation) was used for the restoration. The Board thanked Mr. Oliver for his exceptional service raising private funds to complete this project outside of the normal work and apart from the budget of the Foundation. The $1,050,000 investment in downtown Jasper is a landmark for the Community Foundation as we now have a permanent home for the Heritage, Arts, and nonprofit business of Walker County.
The exterior of the Heritage Center is on track for completion in 2010.
To learn more about the exceptional work of the Community Foundation join with us on May 7, 2010 for our Annual Luncheon. Tickets are $15 each and can be purchased by calling (205)302-0001. Congressman Robert Aderholt is the keynote speaker.
# # #
Paul W. Kennedy
Walker Area Community Foundation, Bankhead House & Heritage Center
800 Seventh Street West, Jasper, AL 35501, (205) 302-0001 o, (205) 300-4062 m
pkennedy@wacf.org, www.wacf.org
Walker Area Community Foundation
Jasper (Walker County), AL – USA
Foundation Endowment earns more than $2 million dollars
The news is great on the performance of the Foundation’s endowment. At the most recent meeting of the Walker Area Community Foundation the Board of Directors learned from Canterbury Trust Company, that the Foundation’s portfolio has exceeded the benchmarks and performed in the top of its class. The Foundation has earned 27% in the calendar year ending 2009. We started the year at $8,902,413 and ended the year at $ 10,909,980. According to John T. Oliver, Jr., President of the Foundation, “The Community Foundation has weathered the worst economic recession since the 1930’s and has emerged as a strong and vibrant foundation and public charity”.
The investments are strong and the Foundation is healthy and growing. Community contributions have been strong through the economic recession and the basic needs of many of the nonprofits providing essential services have been met by grants from the Foundation’s Community Fund. The Foundation closed out the year with $465,970 of grant monies invested in 63 programs to benefit the people of Walker County and the surrounding area.
The Board is also elated to report that the interior of the Bankhead House & Heritage Center at 800 West Seventh Street is complete. They are especially proud that no money from the endowment (the grant making portion of the Foundation) was used for the restoration. The Board thanked Mr. Oliver for his exceptional service raising private funds to complete this project outside of the normal work and apart from the budget of the Foundation. The $1,050,000 investment in downtown Jasper is a landmark for the Community Foundation as we now have a permanent home for the Heritage, Arts, and nonprofit business of Walker County.
The exterior of the Heritage Center is on track for completion in 2010.
To learn more about the exceptional work of the Community Foundation join with us on May 7, 2010 for our Annual Luncheon. Tickets are $15 each and can be purchased by calling (205)302-0001. Congressman Robert Aderholt is the keynote speaker.
# # #
Paul W. Kennedy
Walker Area Community Foundation, Bankhead House & Heritage Center
800 Seventh Street West, Jasper, AL 35501, (205) 302-0001 o, (205) 300-4062 m
pkennedy@wacf.org, www.wacf.org
Tuesday, March 30, 2010
(ADECA) Toolbox for Successful Grants workshop
Anyone interested in grantwriting needs to attend this workshop.
Paul Kennedy
On Tuesday, June 15, 2010, the CEDS Committee will host the Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs (ADECA) Toolbox for Successful Grants workshop from 8:30am-12:30pm. Please save the date and spread the word to your respective communities that registration will open up in early May.
Thank you,
Yvonne Murray
Economic Development Specialist
Regional Planning Commission of Greater Birmingham
1731 1st Avenue North, Suite 200
Birmingham, Alabama 35203
Main: (205) 251-8139
Direct: (205) 264-8428
Fax: (205) 264-8480
Http://www.rpcgb.org/RPCED
Paul Kennedy
On Tuesday, June 15, 2010, the CEDS Committee will host the Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs (ADECA) Toolbox for Successful Grants workshop from 8:30am-12:30pm. Please save the date and spread the word to your respective communities that registration will open up in early May.
Thank you,
Yvonne Murray
Economic Development Specialist
Regional Planning Commission of Greater Birmingham
1731 1st Avenue North, Suite 200
Birmingham, Alabama 35203
Main: (205) 251-8139
Direct: (205) 264-8428
Fax: (205) 264-8480
Http://www.rpcgb.org/RPCED
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