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January 20, 2009

Inauguration 2009
Nonprofit Leaders Raise a Glass to New Administration

About 300 nonprofit officials and members of the Washington elite rubbed shoulders last night at a swanky Washington nightclub to celebrate the start of the Obama administration — and enjoy free alcohol.

The aptly named party — “Cocktails we can believe in” — was an invitation-only event sponsored by TechnoServe, a international aid charity, and three nonprofit consulting and communications companies.

Leaders from Global Voices, the Association of Small Foundations, and other nonprofit groups mingled with art curators and members of the news media, like Matthew Bishop, co-author of Philanthrocapitalism.

Several party-goers were dressed in tuxedos and gowns, apparently ready to make a quick exit to even more-upscale gatherings: pre-inaugural galas.

— Ian Wilhelm

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