Discusses competing grant applications both new and renewal, including those for traditional grants (research projects initiated and conducted by individual investigators) and those for program project grants which support multidisciplinary efforts of a relatively large group of investigators. (Author/DS)

A marketing approach is offered for efficient college or university fund raising. The marketing formula approaches donors with a case that presents a positive image, acts as an investment prospectus, is written from the donor's perspective, and stresses the institutions's strengths, rather than its needs. (LC)

The consistent economic growth of the Georgia community is the result of careful planning over a long period. Successful community development efforts have resulted in a new regional library, an airport, a vocational technical school, an industrial park, and increased industrialization. (SB)

The article describes the county's efforts to promote flouridation and improve the general dental health of its citizens, especially those in the rural areas. It describes the development, philosophy, and growing popularity of Project SMILE, a preventive dental program largely funded by Appalachian Regional Commission grants. (SB)

Seven articles focusing on policies and procedures for effective sports club administration are presented. Cooney discusses clubs within total programs, Jeter relates clubs to varsity athletics. Teague analyzes administrative personnel; Maas and Lohmiller discuss local and national councils; Palmateer approaches funding; and Edwards handles travel…

Problems of rural development in less developed countries and ways of organizing a foreign aid program are examined. (MF)

This study of the impact of the criminal justice system on the deserting, nonsupporting father in relation to the fulfillment of his role as provider furnishes data for rethinking our approach in aiding him to cope with his dilemma as well as our own. (Author)

A financial analysis of intercollegiate athletics indicates that the programs are excessively deficit-producing and that the financial crisis would exist even if women's athletics were not a factor. Sources of revenues and expenditures are examined and cost control alternatives are suggested. (JMD)

"Planned giving," the term preferred over "deferred giving," should be incorporated by institutions in their development portfolios rather than risk losing the allegiance of major donors and their donations. Professionalism is seen as the hallmark of successful fund-raising. Responsibilities of the governing board are outlined.…

Private giving through gift annuities, charitable remainder trusts, and bequests is discussed. A commitment of trustees and administrators by allocating adequate money and staff is necessary. The kinds of institutional commitments that a program administrator should insist on are outlined, along with a statement of policies and guidelines. (MLW)

Virginia Wesleyan College's planned giving program reveals the importance of such a program regardless of how modest. Advice provided includes: don't defer efforts because of small staff, know long-range needs of college, don't underestimate the potential donor, publicize bequests, begin with established constituencies, and employ retired…

Argues for purchase of library books within Canada. Reasons given are the library's cultural responsibility and the need to aid in resolving the financial crisis faced by Canadian publishers. (SW)

It is contended that future prospects for higher education are brighter than many anticipate. Political inertia acts to keep public spending near previous levels, and even during "down periods" educational resources seldom decline. (Author/PHR)

Points to trends in yearbook production during the 1970s, notes changes in the student reader and in the types of stories featured in yearbooks, and predicts trends in yearbook production of the 1980s. (GT)

Chronicles the development and promise for the future of ThinkAbout, the first step in AIT's effort to embody "Skills Essential to Learning" in televised instruction. The series will debut in fifth- and sixth-grade classrooms in September and is funded by 35 states and Canadian provinces, CPB, and Exxon. (Author/CMV)