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Associations Helping Promote “Small Business Saturday”

On the Friday after Thanksgiving, many large retailers hold discount sales to attract consumers focused on doing holiday shopping known as “Black Friday”.  The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and various associations in conjunction with the Black Friday phenomenon are pushing “Small Business … Continue reading

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National Retail Federation Launches Jobs Campaign

The National Retail Federation (NRF) launched a new campaign this month designed the show the impact of retail on the U.S. economy.  The campaign, “Retail Means Jobs”, aims to show that “[t]he [retail] industry fuels innovations that are empowering consumers … Continue reading

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Survey Shows Drastic Drop in Future Charitable Donations

Almost 70% of Americans will give less to charitable causes in the coming months, according to new survey data conducted by Campbell Rinker on behalf of Dunham+Company.  The survey found that 68% of respondents plan to give less due to … Continue reading

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Financial Planning Days Provide Financial Help to Those in Need

In light of the recent economic crisis, many Americans are experiencing financial uncertainty, loss of assets and a diminished quality of life.  Many have pressing financial questions that need answers, and unfortunately, many have not had the opportunity to discuss … Continue reading

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Deficit Panel Recommendations Are Unknown

WASHINGTON - APRIL 27: U.S. President Barack Obama (C) speaks as co-chairs of the National Commission on Fiscal Responsibility and Reform Erskine Bowles (L) and Alan Simpson (R) listen in the Rose Garden of the White House April 27, 2010 in Washington, DC. Obama thanked members of the National Commission on Fiscal Responsibility and Reform for their service and spoke on the

The National Commission on Fiscal Responsibility and Reform held its final public meeting on September 29, but did not disclose any recommendations it may make in its final report expected on December 1. The panel, known as the National Commission … Continue reading

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Charitable Donations See Slight Drop in 2009

Despite more downcast estimates, the Giving USA Foundation and its research partner, the Center on Philanthropy at Indiana University, released a report showing American charitable contributions have declined only about 4% in 2009. The total contributions, given by U.S. individuals, … Continue reading

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How the ASAE Fly-In Benefits Small State Associations

Of the many professional benefits to attending American Associations Day, one of the most important for association professionals is the ability to create relationships with members of Congress and their staff from your state.  The meetings that an attendee has … Continue reading

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What to expect from The Power of A in 2010

Last year, ASAE launched the “Power of A” campaign, an interactive campaign designed not only to educate the public and lawmakers about how associations are social and economic drivers, but to engage the association community in a discussion about how … Continue reading

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Happy Holidays

The Power of A and ASAE will begin its holiday hours next week and as such the site will only be updated if there is a major story or issue breaking.  However, check back with us in the new year … Continue reading

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Deadline for AAA Awards is Friday

This Friday is the deadline for associations to submit their programs for the ASAE & The Center Associations Advance America (AAA) Awards. Don’t lose out on your opportunity to have your association recognized for the good work it does for … Continue reading

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