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2 days ago · It is named after philanthropist George Peabody, who left money in 1867 for a Georgetown library, and whom McCoy considers himself as his press agent. McCoy’s tenure, which began in 2000, will end the last day of July as he wraps up a fittingly historic career in preservation, curation and — he emphasizes — “entertainment.”
2 days ago · George Peabody: March 16, 1867: 15 Stat. 20: For giving $2,000,000 for the promotion of education in the more destitute portions of the southern and southwestern States. George F. Robinson: March 1, 1871: 16 Stat. 704: For actions to protect William H. Seward during an assassination attempt and save his life afterwards. Captain Jared Crandall ...
5 days ago · Sir Jack Petchey, a tireless philanthropist, passed away peacefully at his home at 98. He leaves behind a legacy of community spirit. Jack was one of the most generous and kind people I have known. He always asked about you and was genuinely interested in others. His dry, wicked sense of humour could light up a room.
5 days ago · Delivered every weekday. Philanthropy Today subscribers also get a bonus weekly email called Philanthropy Today — The Commons, about how America’s nonprofits and foundations are working to heal the nation’s divides. June 28, 2024. From: Philanthropy Today. Subject: Will Melinda French Gates Spark a Fundraising Boom for Reproductive Rights?
Peabody Trust: a charitable Community Benefit Society registered with the Financial Conduct Authority under the Co-operative and Community Benefit Societies Act 2014 (number 7741) and with the Regulator of Social Housing (number 4878). Registered office: 45 Westminster Bridge Road, London SE1 7JB. VAT number 237 1715 69.
5 days ago · We’ll start with the latest Giving USA report on American charitable giving. Shabbat shalom! Total charitable giving stood at an estimated $557.6 billion in 2023, a modest decline of 2.1% from the previous year when adjusted for inflation, according to the latest Giving USA report, which was released this week.
2 days ago · 1970s ’71 BS CALS—Dale S. Antanitus of Carlisle, MA, January 30, 2022; researched the role of astrocytes in brain function; medical director, Liberty Healthcare Corp.; pediatric neurologist; administrator, Wrentham State School and Walter E. Fernald Developmental Center; professor, Harvard Medical School; also worked for the U.S. Department of Justice; author; art collector; enjoyed travel ...
