A New Breed of Need / Mike Durkin interview

Meghan Keaney — Wed, 19 Dec 2007 23:34:06 -0600

Last night, our new president and CEO, Mike Durkin, was interviewed on NBC nightly news as part of a segment called "A New Breed of Need." In the segment, NBC's Janet Shamilan reported on middle class families who, due to foreclosures or unexpected medical costs, are finding themselves in financial crisis. Brian Williams, who introduced the story summed it up in one phrase: "People who used to be donors are now in need of donation."

What's are your thoughts on this "national trend"? Its causes and long-term repurcussions?

Watch the video here then let me know what you think by posting a comment below. read more »

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Meghan Keaney — Fri, 14 Dec 2007 11:21:44 -0600

Years ago, as a college student (go Eagles!), with more debt than I could easily fathom, philanthropy did not often cross my mind. This morning, a Boston Globe article by Sacha Pfeiffer made me realize I was wrong. Here's why... read more »

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A New Breed of Need / Mike Durkin interview

Progress 101