Videos Available at the New York Library
This list represents video tapes currently owned by the New York Library. Any videos in the library's collection may be viewed in the library during regular hours. Choose a topic from the following menu to find videos in our collection that you are most interested in. A comprehensive listing of library holdings can be accessed at the Catalog of Nonprofit Literature.
Corporate Philanthropy
Stanley, David. The role of the corporate foundation. New York, NY: National Film Archive of Philanthropy, 1995. 30:00 minutes. A 050 ARC STA
Stanley describes the role that corporate philanthropy plays within the philanthropic community, discussing trends as well as factors that motivate corporations to fund projects. He characterizes modern-day corporate philanthropy as basically subsidizing the middle class; furthermore, he argues that corporations have a responsibility to get involved with philanthropy in order to overcome present-day economic injustices.
Foundations
Amplifying new voices : international collaboration in the arts. New York, NY: Ford Foundation, 2002. 20:00 minutes. A 050 FOR AMP
Portrays a Ford Foundation model program that commenced in 1994. Ford's "Internationalizing New Work in the Performing Arts" initiative sought to identify a core group of U.S.-based international arts organizations and work with them to improve practices and document and share the results. The five recipient organizations were the Northwest Asian American Theatre (WA), 651 Arts (NY), UCLA Center for Intercultural Performance (CA), Guadalupe Cultural Arts Center (TX), and Miami-Dade Community College CCCI (FL). Christine Vincent of the Ford Foundation and the directors of the grantee organizations explain their involvement in and goals for the project.
Boardsmanship. Washington, DC: Council on Foundations, 1999. 50:00 minutes. A 050 COF COM BOA
Workbook and videotape.
Building a network : State Fiscal Analysis Initiative. New York, NY: Ford Foundation, 2002. 17:00 minutes. A 050 FOR BUI
Michael Lipsky of the Ford Foundation describes their efforts to establish the State Fiscal Analysis Initiative. The goal of the program is to provide reliable analysis of state budgets and fiscal policies, specifically as they affect low-income people. The Annie E. Casey and Charles Stewart Mott foundations joined the collaboration, as did the Open Society Institute.
Casey Foundation, Annie E. Supporting families, strengthening communities : the work of the Annie E. Casey Foundation. Baltimore, MD: Annie E. Casey Foundation, 1998. 17:00 minutes. A 050 CAS
Characteristics & roles. Washington, DC: Council on Foundations, 1999. 54:00 minutes. A 050 COF COM CHA
Workbook and videotape.
Clark, Susan Reed. A woman with a mind of her own. New York, NY: National Film Archive of Philanthropy, 1998. 26:00 minutes. A 050 ARC CLA
Clark describes both her own philanthropic career and that of Madeleine Haas, founder of the Columbia Foundation. She explains Haas' funding philosophy: that foundations need to fund initiatives that are neglected by other sectors (such as business and government).
Commonwealth Fund. The Commonwealth Fund : 80th anniversary video. New York, NY: Big Foot Productions, Inc, 1998. 13:51 minutes. A 050 COM
Recounts the history of the fund since its founding in 1918 by the Harkness family.
Effective communication. Washington, DC: Council on Foundations, 1999. 44:00 minutes. A 050 COF COM EFF
Workbook and videotape.
The emergence of modern philanthropy : the Rockefeller story. New York, NY: Rockefeller University, 2000. 50:00 minutes. A 050 ROC
Video recording of a panel discussion featuring Ron Chernow, author of "Titan: The Life of John D. Rockefeller", Sr.; David Rockefeller; Peter J. Johnson; James Allen Smith; and Arnold J. Levine.
Fiscal administration. Washington, DC: Council on Foundations, 1999. 55:00 minutes. A 050 COF COM FIS
Workbook and videotape.
Funders collaborative : sustainable forestry. New York, NY: Ford Foundation, 2002. 19:00 minutes. A 050 FOR FUN
The Forest Stewardship Council, formed in 1993, works to ensure forest sustainability in developing countries and Europe by certifying wood products. This video documents the work of a group of American funders, spearheaded by the Ford Foundation, who collaborated in bringing a similar program to the U.S. Representatives of the Positive Futures Network, SmartWood, and the Certified Forest Products Council explain how the project developed. Michael Northrop of the Ford Foundation describes his role and the contributions of other funders, which included the Rockefeller Brothers Fund, MacArthur Foundation, Wallace Global Fund, and the Moriah Fund.
Grantmaking. Washington, DC: Council on Foundations, 1999. 1:28:00 minutes. A 050 COF COM GRA
Workbook and videotape.
Leadership & convening. Washington, DC: Council on Foundations, 1999. 1:20:00 minutes. A 050 COF COM LEA
Workbook and videotape.
Legal structure. Washington, DC: Council on Foundations, 1999. 40:00 minutes. A 050 COF COM LEG
Workbook and videotape. Includes the book "Legal Compendium for Community Foundations."
Kauffman thoughtbook 2007 [DVD]. Kansas City, MO: Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation, 2007. 416 KAU
A compendium of essays that describe the Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation's work in the areas of education and entrepreneurship. The essays are written by Kauffman Foundation associates, partners, grantees, and experts in the field. Includes topical video on DVD.
Morgan, Anne. Making family foundations effective over the generations. New York, NY: National Film Archive of Philanthropy, 1995. 28:00 minutes. A 050 ARC MOR
Opportunities from the unpredictable : Hurricane Mitch. New York, NY: Ford Foundation, 2002. 14:00 minutes. A 050 FOR OPP
Leaders from Novib explain how they were instrumental in forming a collaboration in Nicaragua called Platforma, and how that group of local nongovernmental organizations responded to the aftermath of Hurricane Mitch.
Planned giving. Washington, DC: Council on Foundations, 1999. 47:00 minutes. A 050 COF COM PLA
Workbook and videotape.
Quote, unquote : how to talk to the media. Washington, DC: Council on Foundations, 2002. 21:00. A 050 COF HOW
Four panelists discuss the best ways for foundation staff to communicate with journalists, especially in responding to inquiries from reporters. The video features Jeff Martin (Council on Foundations), Kim Masters (journalist), Magdalene Beltran del Olmo (California Wellness Foundation), and Terry Anzur (Annenberg School for Communications, University of Southern California). To illustrate their points, the "wrong" way is illustrated, along with the "right" way.
Reflection on practice : an introduction & three grant-making cases. New York, NY: Ford Foundation, 2002. 45:00 minutes. A 050 FOR REF
This video documents three programs of the Ford Foundation: Sustainable Wilderness Development Initiative (Mozambique), Community Based Fisheries Management Initiative (Bangladesh), and Strengthening Fragile Families Initiative (USA). In an introductory segment, president Susan Berresford reflects on the role of grantmaker. Each project is introduced by its program officer.
Revitalizing a network : Joint Forest Management. New York, NY: Ford Foundation, 2002. 15:00 minutes. A 050 FOR REV
Doris Capistrano and others from the Ford Foundation explain how they worked with numerous parties to regenerate a group of associations active in the effort to protect and use the forests of India, which are an important source of income for many poorer residents. The grantmakers discovered the best ways to empower the local groups, establish improved communications with the funders, and decentralize decision making. Winrock International, a technical assistance provider, acted in partnership with Ford to bring about a positive outcome for the nongovernmental organizations.
Scholarships. Washington, DC: Council on Foundations, 1999. 1:19:00 minutes. A 050 COF COM SCH
Workbook and videotape.
Supporting a new partnership : One Stop Crisis Center. New York, NY: Ford Foundation, 2002. 20:00 minutes. A 050 FOR ONE
Portrays the work of Ford Foundation program officer Geeta Misra in the establishment of a center for victims of domestic violence, the One Stop Crisis Center, in India. The effort involved a partnership between a hospital and government agencies.
Supporting a planning process : citizen participation in northern Namibia. New York, NY: Ford Foundation, 2002. 15:00 minutes. A 050 FOR SUP
David Chiel of the Ford Foundation recounts his work to locate and support civil society organizations in the emerging democracy of Namibia, in southern Africa.
Sviridoff, Mitchell. How to be an effective foundation manager. New York, NY: National Film Archive of Philanthropy, [199?]. 50:00 minutes. A 050 ARC SVI
In this interview conducted in 1995, Sviridoff recounts his work with the Ford Foundation during a 13-year tenure as the Vice President for National Affairs. In 1967 he left a career in the labor movement and New York City government to join the foundation at the behest of McGeorge Bundy. He recalls building a staff, noting the importance of bringing on people with practical experience-not just academic credentials. He explains the achievements of the Local Initiative Support Corporation (LISC), a program he founded as a national intermediary to give technical and financial support to local community efforts. He continues by noting some of the successes, failures, and collaborations with government during his work at the foundation.
Fundraising
Axelrod, Terry. 17 minutes to sustainable funding [DVD]. Seattle, WA: Benevon, 2006. 17 minutes. A 060 AXE SEV
Axelrod presents the core principles of her fundraising program in this condensed version of the "Introduction to Raising More Money" video. Her four-part model involves a point of entry, where potential donors are introduced to the nonprofit; individualized follow-up to invite further participation; the ask, which may include a special event; and follow through with committed donors to bring in other funders.
Axelrod, Terry. Re-igniting your board [DVD]. Seattle, WA: Benevon, 2006. 21 minutes. A 060 AXE REI
Axelrod explains how her step-by-step program allows board members to participate in the fundraising process without directly asking for donations.
Dunlop, David R. Breaking the major gift barrier. Chicago, IL: Institute for Charitable Giving, 1997. 316:00 minutes. A 050 DUN
In three separate videotapes.
Edwards, Paul. The tapestry of the ultimate ask : the strategy, design and motivation that ensures your success. Chicago, IL: Institute for Charitable Giving, 1999. 321:00 minutes. A 050 EDW
In three separate videotapes. In the first video Edwards lists eight ways that major gifts differ from annual gifts, and concentrates on the theory of large gift fundraising. He introduces a grid composed of four categories that fundraisers can utilize in assessing a potential donor's qualifications for major giving: capacity, interests, relationships, and motivations. These four areas need to be understood for any potential request to be successful. He outlines five further essential considerations: determining the target gift amount; deciding which interests of the funder most closely match the organization's priorities; what the prospect will need to know and experience in order to stimulate the gift; how to involve the spouse; and how to select the best volunteer to make the ask.
Eisenberg, Pablo. A view from the grantee perspective. New York, NY: National Film Archive of Philanthropy, [1996]. 40:00 minutes. A 050 ARC EIS
A critique of grantmaking from the grantseeker's point of view, as recorded in this interview in 1996. Eisenberg, who was a founder and co-chair of the National Committee for Responsive Philanthropy, a vice president of the National Neighborhood Coalition, and a columnist for the Chronicle of Philanthropy, discusses common problems such as nonprofits being uncertain of funding renewal and the unfair access to funding based on personal contacts. He identifies new trends such as foundations setting their own initiatives (rather than funding a nonprofit's pre-established need), less general operating support and funding only the least risky projects. Furthermore he comments on the lack of diverse thought among foundations and the lack of foresight/goal setting for where the philanthropic community should be heading in the future.
Fearless fundraising : helping the board rise to the challenge. Washington, DC: National Center for Nonprofit Boards, 2000. 46:00 minutes. ISBN 1-58686-001-1 A 050 NAT FEA
Details the fundraising responsibilities of nonprofit board members, and how leaders can help boards to be effective in this role. Accompanied by a workbook.
Klein, Kim (presenter) The grassroots fundraising series : part 1 (basics of fundraising, role of the board, asking for money, major gifts). Headwaters Fund, 199?. 20:00 minutes. A 050 KLE Part 1
Klein, Kim (presenter) The grassroots fundraising series : part 2 (direct mail, special events, donor loyalty). Headwaters Fund, 199?. 20:00 minutes. A 050 KLE Part 2
Klein, Kim (presenter); Roybal, Russell (presenter) Ready, set, raise : your guide to grassroots fundraising. Denver, CO: Grassroots Institute for Fundraising Training, 2004. 2:00:00. A 050 KLE REA
Klein and Roybal present information on multiple topics related to fundraising from individual donors, including direct mail, special events, and major gifts. The fundraising expectations for board members are also examined.
Panas, Jerold. The future isn't what it used to be [video recording] : 20 factors that will impact the way you raise money. Chicago, IL: Institute for Charitable Giving, 1995. 82:00 minutes. A 050 PAN FUT
Panas, Jerold. Shaking the money tree [video recording] : what motivates donors. Chicago, IL: Institute for Charitable Giving, 1995. 53:00 minutes. A 050 PAN
People give to people. Building a highly successful development program: it's all about relationships [DVD]. Eagan, MN: Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota Foundation, 2007. 3 discs. A 060 BBM MOV
The video series introduces key development issues to board members and new staff. Disc A contains the program "Are We Ready? A Development Committee Briefing," and disc B contains an abridged version. Disc C includes "Where to Start: 13 Essentials for a Healthy Development Program."
Resource development : involvement and investment. Madison, WI: Learning Institute for Nonprofit Organizations, 2000. 91:00 minutes. A 050 RES
Consultant Jimmie Alford outlines three principle steps for resource development, defined here as a sustainable, ongoing, planned fundraising effort. The three phases are donor acquisition, renewing donor support, and upgrading donors. He describes his donor pyramid of support and talks about the techniques that are appropriate to each level. The Shakespeare Repertory Theater Company of Chicago and the Hadley School for the Blind of Winnetka, IL, are offered as case studies of nonprofits engaged successfully in one of the steps of the resource development process. Special emphasis is placed on donor surveys. Accompanied by a workbook.
Speaking of money : a guide to fundraising for nonprofit board members. Washington, DC: National Center for Nonprofit Boards, 1996. 30:00 minutes. A 050 NAT SPE
Narrated by Hugh Downs, this videotape features several nonprofit board leaders talking about their efforts to carry out the responsibility of fundraising for their organizations. The tape explains why board members are the right people for this duty, how they cultivate donors, create case statements, make the ask, and steward the nonprofit. Closed captioned.
Sturtevant, William T. Assertive listening : the path to greater giving. Chicago, IL: Institute for Charitable Giving, 1995. 81:00 minutes. A 050 STU ASS LIS
Stating that active listening is the asking of questions, Sturtevant reviews the elements of different modes of communication and lists and describes the types of questions fundraisers might pose in person-to-person meetings with prospective donors.
Sturtevant, William T. Assuring the gift, Part I [video recording] : the dynamics and marketing of major gifts. Chicago, IL: Institute for Charitable Giving, 1995. 39:00 minutes. A 050 STU ASS
In this first of a series on major gifts fundraising, Sturtevant explores the definition of major gift, shares some research findings about how potential donors think about such gifts, and explains how fundraisers can best facilitate the donor's decision-making process. He also provides some insights on the relation between annual giving and major gifts.
Sturtevant, William T. Assuring the gift, Part II [video recording] : moves management. Chicago, IL: Institute for Charitable Giving, 1995. 100:00 minutes. A 050 STU ASS MOV
Moves management is the term Sturtevant applies to a system of fundraising cultivation and solicitation that involves progressive and incremental steps leading, if successful, from annual giving to a major gift, and even to an "ultimate" planned gift. The fundraiser is the moves manager who oversees the relationship with a given prospect. In this video, Sturtevant lays out the principles of the technique, and the elements of each phase of the process.
Sturtevant, William T. Developing and implementing a cultivation plan through Moves Management [DVD]. Chicago, IL: Institute for Charitable Giving, [200-]. 2 discs. (Seize the Opportunity). A 060 ICG DEV
Sturtevant, William T. Planned giving made easy [video recording] : what every fundraiser needs to know. Chicago, IL: Institute for Charitable Giving, 1995. 65:00 minutes. A 050 STU PLA
Sturtevant, William T. Preparing and executing the successful gift solicitation [DVD]. Chicago, IL: Institute for Charitable Giving, [200-]. (Seize the Opportunity). A 060 ICG PRE
Sturtevant, William T. Securing the major gift. Identifying major gift prospects, and marketing gift opportunities [DVD]. Chicago, IL: Institute for Charitable Giving, [200-]. (Seize the Opportunity). A 060 ICG SEC
Sturtevant, William T. The successful ask, Part I [video recording] : winning the gift. Chicago, IL: Institute for Charitable Giving, 1995. 54:00 minutes. A 050 STU
Elucidates techniques for major gift solicitation. Sturtevant provides his determinants of success, which include who makes the ask, for what, and how much. He also reveals that the location of the solicitation is important, and talks about the pitfalls that can occur when the setting is a restaurant. He describes at length some considerations for structuring the solicitation team, the importance of training and rehearsal for solicitors, and welcoming objections by the prospective donor.
Sturtevant, William T. The successful ask, Part II [video recording] : winning the gift. Chicago, IL: Institute for Charitable Giving, 1995. 86:00 minutes. A 050 STU SUC
In this Part II, Sturtevant explains various techniques for handing objections from a major gift prospect, how to convert objections into positives, and some of the reasons people might say "no" to a solicitation. Sturtevant expounds on his five steps of a script for major gift solicitation.
Thompson, Robert Edward. Relational fundraising : characteristics of a successful fundraiser, and Developing a long-term commitment. Brentwood, TN: SilverLeaf Entertainment, Inc, 1999. 41:00 minutes. A 050 THO #1
Thompson explains factors, such as attitudes and goals, that contribute to successful fundraising. He lists specific characteristics and believes that a fundraiser should possess, and stresses that the greatest success occurs when a fundraiser enjoys the process and has a commitment to the organization. He also opines on the importance of long-term strategic planning for the organization.
Thompson, Robert Edward. Relational fundraising : the annual fund calendar. Brentwood, TN: SilverLeaf Entertainment, Inc, 1999. 31:00 minutes. A 050 THO #5
The video focuses on the importance of timing when making a funding request from a donor and provides concrete tips on how to manage tasks on a daily, weekly, monthly and yearly basis. The video provides information on prioritizing and time-management.
Thompson, Robert Edward. Relational fundraising : the fundraising process. Brentwood, TN: SilverLeaf Entertainment, Inc, 1999. 32:00 minutes. A 050 THO #2
Thompson discusses the fundraising process in the context of the entire organization: the mission, resources, the need of those benefiting, and how to approach donors--all as important aspects of the fundraising process. Focuses on the importance of characteristics such as persistence, patience, confidence, commitment and integrity in the fundraiser rather than technical information.
Thompson, Robert Edward. Relational fundraising : the request. Brentwood, TN: SilverLeaf Entertainment, Inc, 1999. 30:00 minutes. A 050 THO #4
The video focuses on conversational techniques that should be used when requesting donations.
Thompson, Robert Edward. Relational fundraising : types and motivation of donors. Brentwood, TN: SilverLeaf Entertainment, Inc, 1999. 42:00 minutes. A 050 THO #3
Thompson categorizes donors (as habitual, emotional or strategic) and gives extensive profiles of how they typically react to fundraising requests. He also identifies primary motivating factors and stresses the importance of matching the funding request (such as capital campaign, planned giving or annual campaign) to the type and motivation of the donor.
General Works Related to Philanthropy
National Assembly of Local Arts Agencies; United States. Department of Housing and Urban Development. The arts build communities training video : arts and public housing. [Washington, D.C.]: Americans for the Arts, [1996]. 52:00 minutes; handbook: 36 p. A 050 NAT ART
The videotape, accompanied by handbook, discusses the impact of the arts on public housing communities and describes the qualities of successful programs. Provides case studies of performing and visual arts projects supported by government and private funding.
Remembering the 5th National Conference on Black Philanthropy : building a future worthy of our past [DVD]. Washington, DC: National Center for Black Philanthropy, Inc., 2005. 184 minutes. A 060 CBP 2005
Contains multimedia materials from the National Conference on Black Philanthropy that took place in Minneapolis, MN in 2005. Segments describe the achievements of National Center Award winners, including Alphonse Fletcher, Reatha Clark King, Dikembe Mutombo, W. Thomas Phillips, and the Rush Philanthropic Arts Foundation.
Nonprofit Organization Administration
At the table : youth voices in decision making. Chevy Chase, MD: National 4-H Council, [200?]. 15:00 minutes. A 050 FOU TAB
A two-part video on the topic of youth involvement on nonprofit boards. The first part presents myths vs. reality on the appropriateness and interest of young people to serve on boards; part two provides suggestions for consideration when young people are invited to boards: logistics (meeting times and transportation), environment (cooperation and a sense of belonging), and equality (full voting rights, equal responsibilities). Accompanied by a discussion guide.
Building a successful team : a guide to nonprofit board development. Washington, DC: BoardSource, 2002. 32:00 minutes. ISBN 1-58686-050-X A 050 BOA
Fred Grandy, former president and CEO of Goodwill Industries, narrates this videotape about the board building cycle. The steps in the process that he outlines include identification, cultivation, recruitment, orientation, engagement, education, rotation and evaluation. He stresses the role of the governance committee in bringing to the board the skills, experience, and personalities needed by the organization. The role of mentoring to orient and educate new members is shown, and the tape concludes with a discussion of the need for evaluating and celebrating achievements. Accompanied by a booklet that includes several sample forms. Closed captioned.
Building boards that work. 2nd ed. Washington, DC: National Center for Nonprofit Boards, 1998. 68:00 minutes. A 050 NAT
Accompanied by User's Guide.
Drucker, Peter F.; De Pree, Max; Hesselbein, Frances. Excellence in nonprofit leadership. New York, NY: Peter F. Drucker Foundation for Nonprofit Management, 1998. 60:00 minutes; workbook: xii, 59 p; facilitator's guide: iv, 26 p. A 050 DRU
The video presents three modules: "Lessons in Leadership" which profiles Cardinal Francis Spellman, Erich Dombrowski, Frances Hesselbein, Alfred P. Sloan, and General George C. Marshall; "Identifying the Needs of Followers"; and "Leading through Mission". The accompanying workbook and facilitator's guide provide exercises, discussion points, and worksheets.
National Center for Nonprofit Boards; Suarez, Ray (narrator) Meeting the challenge : an orientation to nonprofit board service. Washington, DC: National Center for Nonprofit Boards, 1998. 35:00 minutes. A 050 NAT MEE
Covers four critical areas of board responsibility: mission, oversight, resources, and outreach. With accompanying user guide. Closed captioned.
Peter F. Drucker Foundation for Nonprofit Management; Drucker, Peter F.; Senge, Peter M. Leading in a time of change : a conversation with Peter F. Drucker & Peter M. Senge. San Francisco, CA: Jossey-Bass Publishers, 2001. 42:00 minutes; workbook: x, 45 p. ISBN 0-9999-9524-3 A 050 DRU LEA
Peter F. Drucker and Peter M. Senge expound upon the principles of leadership and embracing change. A workbook accompanies the video and features worksheets for each major topic.
Strategic planning : charting your course for success. Madison, WI: Learning Institute for Nonprofit Organizations, 2000. 92:00 minutes. A 050 STR MAR
The videotape, accompanied by a workbook, explains the need for strategic planning, and expounds on seven basic steps of the process. Key elements such as vision and mission statements, information gathering on internal and external realities, establishing goals, and determining strategies and objectives are discussed. Frank Martinelli is the presenter, and he explains who should participate in the process, how to progress from goal-setting to establishing annual objectives, how to be sure the plan is truly innovative, and some of the typical pitfalls to successful implementation.
Take Aim Productions, Inc. Blueprint for success [video recording] : a guide to strategic planning for nonprofit board members. Washington, DC: National Center for Nonprofit Boards, 1997. 25:00 minutes. A 050 TAK
An exploration of how two nonprofits, the Mid-America Chapter of the American Red Cross and the Levine School of Music, carry out strategic planning.
Nonprofit Organizations
Drucker Foundation for Nonprofit Management, Peter F. Meeting the collaboration challenge. San Francisco, CA: Jossey-Bass Publishers, 2002. 30:00 minutes. A 050 DRU MEE
Portrays five successful long-term nonprofit-corporate collaborations and strategic partnerships: Fox Cities Children's Museum (WI) and Roxanne's Doll Shoppe; City Year and Timberland; the Stairstep Foundation (MN) with General Mills and Glory Foods; Salvation Army Golden Diners (IL) with Bill's Restaurant; and Computer Clubhouse (MA) with Intel. Accompanied by a workbook. Closed captioned.
Foundation Center. Emergency preparedness : computer systems. Unpublished, 2001. A 050 FC CRI COM
A video recording of the first workshop in a series, "Nonprofits in a Time of Crisis and Change," a program of the Foundation Center--Washington, D.C. This program on November 2, 2001, featured Bob Deutsch of Cisco Systems, Inc., John Janek of Community IT Innovators, David Korté of Portal Systems, and Colin Moffett of Technology Works for Good.
Foundation Center. Emergency preparedness : crisis management. Unpublished, 2001. A 050 FC CRI CRI
A video recording of the fourth workshop in a series, "Nonprofits in a Time of Crisis and Change," a program of the Foundation Center--Washington, D.C. This program on November 21, 2001, featured Melanie Herman, executive director of the Nonprofit Risk Management Center and Jere Sullivan, general manager, Edelman Public Relations Worldwide.
Foundation Center. Emergency preparedness : finance and insurance. Unpublished, 2001. A 050 FC CRI FIN
A video recording of the second workshop in a series, "Nonprofits in a Time of Crisis and Change," a program of the Foundation Center--Washington, D.C. This program on November 9, 2001, featured Melanie Herman, executive director of the Nonprofit Risk Management Center.
Foundation Center. Emergency preparedness : safety. Unpublished, 2001. A 050 FC CRI SAF
A video recording of the third workshop in a series, "Nonprofits in a Time of Crisis and Change," a program of the Foundation Center--Washington, D.C. This program on November 16, 2001, featured Peter G. LaPorte, director of the District of Columbia Office of Emergency Preparedness and Brenda Rhodes Miller, director of the D.C. Campaign to Prevent Teen Pregnancy.
Foundation Center. Moving forward : financial stability. Unpublished, 2001. A 050 FC CRI STA
A video recording of the sixth workshop in a series, "Nonprofits in a Time of Crisis and Change," a program of the Foundation Center--Washington, D.C. This program on November 30, 2001, featured Eugenia V. Colón, vice-president of development, Association of Fundraising Professionals and Kristen Conte, vice-president for finance and administration, Eugene and Agnes E. Meyer Foundation.
Foundation Center. Moving forward : staff and volunteers. Unpublished, 2001. A 050 FC CRI MOV
A video recording of the fifth workshop in a series, "Nonprofits in a Time of Crisis and Change," a program of the Foundation Center--Washington, D.C. This program on November 26, 2001, featured John Clizbe, vice-president for disaster services of the American National Red Cross and Susan Herman, executive director of the National Center for Victims of Crime.
In the mix : arts education...A+. New York, NY: Public Broadcasting Service, 2003. 30:00 minutes. A 050 INT ART
In this program for teens, we visit four innovative arts education programs: Essentially Ellington (New York), WriteGirl (Los Angeles), Summer School of the Arts (Rochester, NY), and Urban Academy (New York). The young participants talk about the meaning of the arts in their lives.
Measuring program outcomes training kit. Alexandria, VA: United Way of America, 1996. 72 looseleaf pages and video recording. A 050 UNI TRA
This training kit--comprised of a trainer's manual, handouts, worksheets, transparencies, and videotape--accompanies the book Measuring Program Outcomes: A Practical Approach.
Moving upstream: working together to create healthier communities [DVD]. Eagan, MN: Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota Foundation, 2007. 3 discs. A 060 BBM MOV
The Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota Foundation held a forum on November 13, 2006 to explore the causes of health disparities and to discuss solutions. The DVD contains videos from sessions led by health experts and leaders from various sectors. Two televised programs co-produced with Twin Cities Public Television are also included.
Scaling up successful work : Project GRAD. New York, NY: Ford Foundation, 2002. 20:00 minutes. A 050 FOR SCA
This video documents the work of Ford Foundation senior program officer Steven Zwerling in analyzing the success of a local program, Project GRAD, and then embracing and expanding it to multiple cities. Project GRAD began in Houston, Texas.
Strategic alliances : enhancing your effectiveness. Madison, WI: Learning Institute for Nonprofit Organizations, 2001. 93:00 minutes. A 050 STR ALL
David Campbell, vice president for programs of the Community Service Society of New York, and Richard Jones, president and CEO of Metropolitan Family Services of Chicago, lead a training session about enhancing capacity through strategic alliances. Organizational limitations, such as lack of community support, emerging community needs, administrative infrastructure, or shortage of human or financial resources, often lead nonprofit managers to consider alliances. The alliance continuum and the steps involved in planning an alliance are introduced. The case example of LifeWorks of Austin, TX, an agency created in 1998 through a merger of four separate nonprofits that had overlapping missions, is examined. The alliance between the Akron Child Guidance Center (OH) and the Family Solutions is studied as an example of a parent-subsidiary relationship. Accompanied by a workbook.
YouthARTS toolkit : arts programs for youth at risk. Washington, DC: Americans for the Arts, 1998. 2 videotapes plus handbook. A 050 AME
The kit describes youth at-risk art programs in Portland (OR), San Antonio (TX), and Atlanta (GA), giving guidance on establishing, maintaining, and evaluating this type of program. In the shorter video (12 minutes), youth, artists, arts administrators and juvenile justice administrators talk about why art programs are a good thing for young people. The longer video (28 minutes) provides detail on the lessons learned by artists and administrators while starting and running this type of arts program.
Philanthropy and Philanthropists
Bloom, Judy. Being rich is not a piece of cake. New York, NY: National Film Archive of Philanthropy, 1998. 37:00 minutes. A 050 ARC BLO
An interview conducted in 1998 with Judy Bloom, executive director of Resourceful Women, in which she discusses some of the unique issues facing wealthy women donors. The organization was founded in 1990 by Tracy Gary, whose personal history is recounted. The members of Resourceful Women are women of means, both inherited and earned, who have need of services such as classes in financial management, assistance in managing professional advisors, and funding circles.
Carnegie Centennial Celebration. Inaugural ceremony for Andrew Carnegie Medal of Philanthropy. New York, NY: Carnegie Corporation of New York, 2001. 1:18:30 minutes. A 050 CAR MED
Award ceremony in which the Andrew Carnegie Medal of Philanthropy was bestowed on the first recipients: George Soros, Ted Turner, the Rockefeller family, Irene Diamond, Walter H. and Leonore Annenberg, Brooke Astor, and the Gates family. The video of the ceremony, which took place December 10, 2001 at the New York Public Library, is preceded by a brief documentary explaining the principles of Carnegie's philanthropy, featuring Sara L. Engelhardt, president of the Foundation Center. The awards are to be presented every two years.
Conversations with John Gardner. Kansas City, MO: Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation, 2000. 50:00 minutes. A 050 GAR CON
Compiled from interviews with Gardner during 1999, and covering his lifetime achievements, as well as his insights on leadership. Gardner was the president of the Carnegie Corporation of New York and the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching from 1955-65. From 1965-69 he served as the Secretary of the Department of Health, Education and Welfare. Through his efforts, organizations such as Common Cause and the Foundation Center were created.
Deane, Elizabeth (executive producer) The Rockefellers. Boston, MA: WGBH Boston, 2000. 210:00 minutes. ISBN 0-7806-3378-4 A 050 ROC DEA
Closed captioned.
E-philanthropy technology & the nonprofit community. Columbia, South Carolina: South Carolina ETV, [1999]. 2:36:00.
A video tape showing the conference on e-philanthropy that took place as an adjunct to the White House Conference on Philanthropy in 1999.
For the common good : voices of philanthropy. Washington, DC: Council on Foundations, 1998. 11:35 minutes. A 050 COU
Chronicles the founders of philanthropy and their legacies.
Health, wealth, and Bill Gates. Alexandria, VA: Public Broadcasting Service, 2003. 60:00 minutes. A 050 NOW
Bill Gates reveals his perspective on philanthropy and global health issues in an interview with Bill Moyers. He discusses the challenges faced when addressing epidemics such as AIDS and malaria.
Hidden in plain view. Atlanta, GA: Southeastern Council of Foundations, [2003]. 30:00 minutes. A 050 SCF
The video, created in collaboration with Georgia Public Television, describes the philanthropic climate in the state of Georgia spanning the Civil War to the present. Family foundations, corporate foundations, and individual philanthropists are featured. The documentary was first aired on June 2, 2003.
Hoyt, Austin. The richest man in the world : Andrew Carnegie. Boston, MA: WGBH Boston, 1997. 120:00 minutes. A 050 HOY CAR
From poverty in Scotland, Carnegie's parents came to America, where he ultimately became the world's richest man. This documentary traces his rise in the steel industry, his actions during union unrest, and his attitude toward philanthropy. Closed captioned.
Philanthropy is.... 2004 ed. Minneapolis, MN: Minnesota Council on Foundations, 2004. 13:16 minutes. A 050 PHI 2004
This updated version of the classic "Philanthropy Is..." combines the original 1986 videotape with a 2004 "Donor Version," incorporating interviews with donors from various walks of life who explain their motivations for giving. The new version precedes the older one.
Simon, Tom; Winship, Michael. John Gardner : uncommon American. Lincoln, NE: GPN, 2001. 56:46 minutes. A 050 GAR
A biography of John Gardner, who served as Secretary of Health, Education and Welfare during the Johnson administration, was founding chairman of Common Cause, served as president of the Carnegie Corporation of New York, and was instrumental in the establishment of the Foundation Center. The documentary is narrated by Richard Dreyfuss. Closed captioned.
TIME Global Health Summit keynote panel. Time Inc, 2005. 70 minutes. A 050 TIM
Bill Clinton and Bill Gates discuss various global health topics and share their views on health funding. The conference took place on November 12, 2005.
The White House Conference on Philanthropy : gifts to the future. Columbia, SC: South Carolina ETV, 2000. A 050 WHI
Proposal Development
Grant your wish : learn from the professionals how to write a successful grant proposal. Ft. Lauderdale, FL: Successful Images, Inc, 1998. 30:00 minutes. A 050 GRA
Covers all the elements of a well-written proposal, with tips for creating a competitive application.
Nugent, Carole; Ezell, Tom. The grantwriter's start-up kit : a beginner's guide to grant proposals. San Francisco, CA: Jossey-Bass Publishers, 2000. 30:00 minutes. ISBN 0-7879-5196-X A 050 NUG
Discusses the key elements of grant proposals, and is accompanied by a workbook.
Tax and Legal Implications for Nonprofits
In plain English : the definitive word on federal law related to lobbying by charities. Washington, DC: Independent Sector, 2001. 1:38:00 minutes. A 050 IND ENG
Four experts clarify the details and practical aspects of the U.S. laws related to advocacy and lobbying. Thomas A. Troyer and Robert Boisture of Caplin and Drysdale explain the background of the 1976 lobbying law and its rules. John Pomeranz of Alliance for Justice delves into the differences between 501(c)(3)s, 501(c)(4)s, and PACs on this issue, and how the permitted lobbying and election activities are in inverse relation to their tax advantages. Gary Bass of OMB Watch describes the restrictions on charities that lobby and also receive federal funds. Accompanied by a resource guide.
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