Category Archives: Economic Recovery

Charitable Giving Increased Last Year

Giving USA, the annual report tracking charitable donations by U.S. citizens, released its 2010 numbers showing a 2.1% increase in donations last year, the first time in two years the number of charitable gifts has increased according to the Chronicle … Continue reading

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National Restaurant Association Members Boosting National Employment

The National Restaurant Association, the leading business association for the restaurant industry, released its jobs forecast yesterday for the summer of 2011 and is anticipating its members will add over 400,000 jobs to the struggling national economy. U.S. restaurants employ nearly 13 … Continue reading

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Association of DC Universities Showcases Members’ Economic Impact in Region

The Consortium of Universities of the Washington Metropolitan Area, a trade association composed of 14 colleges and universities in the DC area, released last week its most comprehensive study to date on the economic impact of the region’s higher education institutions.  The … Continue reading

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ASAE Soliciting Feedback on Grandfathered Health Plan Rule

Since the passage of the new health care law, ASAE has been reaching out to its members on the issue of grandfathered health care plans.  In brief, employer-sponsored health plans in existence prior to March 23, 2010 would be “grandfathered” … Continue reading

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Red Cross Launching Ready Rating Program

The American Red Cross is inviting businesses, organizations and schools to improve their emergency preparedness by participating in the Ready Rating program. The Red Cross is inviting organizations to attend the national launch of the Ready Rating program May 12 … Continue reading

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USTA Launching National Travel and Tourism Week

The U.S. Travel Association this year is again launching National Travel and Tourism Week, five days of activities designed the highlight the importance of travel to the economy.  The annual event, which comes months after the CIC study highlighting the … Continue reading

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ASAE Extends Power of A Awards Deadline

With recent events where associations have played a role in helping communities in need of assistance in the storm-ravaged South, ASAE is extending the Power of A Awards deadline to give some associations an added opportunity to submit entries based … Continue reading

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IRS Shows Major Drop in Charitable Contributions During Recession

The recent economic recession had a larger impact on charitable giving than originally thought, according to an article in the Chronicle of Philanthropy.  The startling news that the total amount of contributions may have dropped up to 20% has serious … Continue reading

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If you are reading this story, you no doubt have noticed that the Power of A website looks a little different. Based on feedback we’ve received from association members and social media experts, we have implemented some changes to make … Continue reading

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Tax-Exempts Missing Out on Payroll Tax Credits

Tax-exempt organizations could be missing out on billions of dollars in payroll tax credits offered through the Hiring Incentives to Restore Employment (HIRE) Act, according to the Bureau of National Affairs (BNA). The HIRE Act provides for a retroactive payroll … Continue reading

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