The New York Times Company Announces the 10 Semifinalists for the Third Annual Nonprofit Excellence Awards

"At a time of severe stress for many nonprofits due to the economy, it is exciting to recognize these excellently run organizations and their management strategies," said Michael Clark, president, Nonprofit Coordinating Committee of New York.

"A silver lining in these otherwise hard times is a renewed appreciation of the nonprofit sector," said Ronna D. Brown, president, New York Regional Association of Grantmakers. "It's important to highlight the ways that excellent management of grant-seeking organizations is critical to successful programs and outcomes."