Dreams, Abuse, Donations and el Futuro

Debt fears drive renewed economic concerns

It's not surprising to learn that following a summer of contentious battles over the federal debt ceiling and turmoil in the stock market, Americans feel renewed concerns about the global economy and anxiety about another recession. Ordinary folks are uneasy about [read more]    Why ending domestic violence is our business Although The Allstate Foundation has worked to end domestic violence since 2005, people still ask us, "What does an insurance company have to do with domestic violence?" We think the connection is obvious. Leaning on [read more]    When giving back gives back Philanthropy doesn't have to end at the checkbook. When it comes to giving, time and [read more]    Building a New Futuro for Hispanic students Higher education remains the primary path to economic prosperity, but for many Hispanics - the largest and fastest-growing minority group in America - a college degree and professional career are often beyond imagination or reach. Only 13 percent [read more]   What we're reading this month..... Ten insights on corporate philanthropy From collaboration tips to communications trends, the preliminary results are in from the Council on Foundations' Corporate Philanthropy 2012 research   Getting LinkedIn with volunteerism The popular social media network LinkedIn has added the ability to include your volunteer and social cause activities.    Develop strategic partnerships This comprehensive how-to guide for developing corporate-nonprofit partnerships from the Boston College Center on Corporate Citizenship lays out the complicated process with a helpful flowchart.   FOR YOUR CONSIDERATION... U.S. Chamber Citizenship Awards | Vote Now The Allstate Foundation's partnership with the National Network to End Domestic Violence is a finalist for a U.S. Chamber of Commerce Citizenship Award. Read about our work and vote here to support our efforts to financially empower domestic violence survivors.

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