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European Forum on Philanthropy and Research Funding: Conference 2010
The European Forum on Philanthropy and Research Annual Stakeholder Conference will take place on 7 and 8 December 2010.
Civil society and citizenship: EU funding opportunities - March 2010
Open funding opportunities to develop partnerships among CSOs and to promote active European citizenship
New EU-wide European Heritage Label for sites with a key role in the EU history
On 9 March 2010, the European Commission proposed to establish the 'European Heritage Label' as an EU-wide initiative.
New European Microfinance Facility to provide 45,000 micro-loans to unemployed and small entrepreneurs
On 8 March 2010 EU Employment and Social Affairs Ministers agreed on a new facility to provide loans to people who have lost their jobs and want to start or further develop their own small business: the European Microfinance Facility.
Provide input on future universal service principles in electronic communications networks and services
European Commission Directorate General on Information Society and Media has launched a public consultation on future universal service principles in the area of electronic communications networks and services. Contributions should be sent by 7 May 2010.
Public consultation on a preliminary opinion: Environmental and health risks posed by depleted uranium
The European Commission and the Scientific Committee on Health and Environmental Risks launch a consultation on a scientific opinion on the environmental and health risks posed by depleted uranium. The consultation will run until 12 April 2010.
European Research Network on Philanthropy introduces new board members
The European Research Network on Philanthropy (ERNOP) established an executive board after their last meeting in Budapest.
Carnegie UK Trust's Commission of Inquiry into the Future of Civil Society in the UK and Ireland publishes report
The independent Commission of Inquiry into the Future of Civil Society in the UK and Ireland is an independent commission set up by Carnegie UK Trust in the framework of tits Democracy and Civil Society Programme to strengthen civil society.
European Commission launches public debate on protecting Europe's forests against climate change
On 1 March 2010, the European Commission launched a public consultation to seek views from interested parties on the protection of forests and possible EU action in the field.
New ‘Archives Portal Europe’ gives access to digital content from 14 countries
On 3 March 2010 the new ‘Archives Portal Europe’ (APEnet) was presented during an event hosted by the EU Spanish Presidency.
New publication on poverty and social exclusion in Spain
Fundación Luis Vives published a new guide, Keys Facts on Poverty and Social Exclusion in Spain.
EU2020 Strategy: How to get out of crisis and prepare economy for next decade?
On 3 March 2010 the European Commission released its new ‘EU2020’ strategy.
Contribute to future legislative proposals on social services of general economic interest
The European Parliament is seeking views on the scope, content and options for implementation of the new responsibility it is conferred by the Lisbon Treaty on Services of General Economic Interest.
Santander Foundation relaunches funding to UK charities
Banking giant Santander has relaunched its charitable foundation with over £3m of funds available in 2010 for UK charities focusing on education and training and financial capability.
Spend out trusts and Foundations in the UK - research paper to be presented in London
The Institute for Philanthropy and The Diana, Princess of Wales Memorial Fund will host a breakfast seminar with the support of The Tubney Charitable Trust, to present a new research paper on spend out trusts and foundations in the UK.

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