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    Why Rubber Chicken Dinners Suck and Crowdfunding is Awesome

    You may know him from the big screen, but you might not know he's also responsible for one of the largest and smartest peer-to-peer fundraising platforms. Hear self-proclaimed "philanthropy addict" Edward Norton shares his philosophy on giving, creative fundraising ideas and why that last charity luncheon you went to (you know the one we're talking about) doesn’t work.

    Edward Norton
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    Giving: One Matters, Presented by United Airlines

    One dollar, one hour, one click. One matters. Despite a struggling economy, charitable giving has been on the rise. Now more than ever, one person really can make a difference. CIW examines the role philanthropy has in tackling and defeating some of the world's greatest problems?and it?s not just about writing checks.

    Speakers: Michael Carter, Jean Case, Helene Gayle, Sonya Jackson, Valerie Lies, Kirsten Lodal, Brad Newman, Edward Norton, Andrew Young III

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