New York Life Donates $100,000 In Response to Orlando Terrorist Attack
Release Date:
06/16/2016
The company will make a $50,000 donation to OneFund of Orlando and $50,000 to the LGBT Center of Orlando.
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06/16/2016
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Release Date:
06/15/2016
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06/15/2016
Susan Olivo of the Reader’s Digest Partners for Sight Foundation and Cynthia Rivera Weissblum of the Edwin Gould Foundation write about issues hindering diversity in philanthropy.
NY Women’s Foundation Announces Seven More Regional Young Women’s Initiatives
Release Date:
06/15/2016
At the State of the Women Summit, Ana Oliveira announces 7 other women's foundations across the United States that will initiate Young Women's Initiatives.
Century Foundation Promotes ‘Realistic Steps’ on Gun Violence
Release Date:
06/15/2016
The country was horrified this weekend to learn of the massacre in Orlando affecting the LGBT and Latino communities, now known as the worst mass shooting in American history.
Ford, Novo, Ms. Foundation Speak at United State of Women Summit
Release Date:
06/14/2016
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2016
ComNetworkNY Kick-Off: Cocktails and Conversation
Tuesday, June 21, 2016 -
6:00pm to 8:00pm
If you’re interested in meeting other communications professionals, learning about great work in the social sector, and having a good time, join us as we kick off ComNetworkNY! In cooperation with Philanthropy New York, we want to be the go-to group...
Stonewall Community Foundation Executive Director Comments on Mourning of Orlando Victims
Release Date:
06/13/2016
Hundreds gathered in solidarity at New York City’s historic Stonewall Inn to express their support for the victims killed at Pulse nightclub in Orlando, Florida.
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Beyond the Feel Good Factor: The Corporate and Philanthropic Benefits of Building a Skills-Based Volunteer Program
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Research to Prevent Blindness Announces Low Vision Research Awardees
Release Date:
06/13/2016
Research initiative to address urgent needs in understanding and treating low vision.
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Thursday, October 13, 2016 -
3:00pm to 5:00pm
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Two Mexico City Landmarks Reopen With Support From The Tiffany & Co. Foundation
Release Date:
06/10/2016
The Tiffany & Co. Foundation, Tiffany & Co. Mexico and the Probosque de Chapultepec Trust celebrated the reopening of the Xochipilli Fountain with an unveiling event and lighting ceremony, attended by the mayor of Mexico City, Dr. Miguel...
NYS Health Launches Challenge Calling for NY Residents to Submit Ideas to Create Healthier Communities
Release Date:
06/10/2016
In partnership with the New York State Health Foundation, the nonprofit In Our Backyards — also known as ioby — has launched a neighborhood challenge looking for project ideas aimed at creating healthier, safer and greener communities.
Ford Foundation's Darren Walker Advocates for Keeping Artists in New York City
Release Date:
06/10/2016
For Walker, keeping a thriving arts scene matters. "In a time of growing inequality, artists play a role in holding a mirror up to society," Walker said.
F.B. Heron's Clara Miller on Changing Operating Models to Expand Effectiveness and Impact
Release Date:
06/10/2016
In this second of a two-part series, Clara Miller, president of the F.B. Heron Foundation, discusses the ways in which a change in the operating model of philanthropic foundations can expand their purviews, effectiveness and impact.
Carnegie Backs New Learning Pilot Targeting Interstate Passport Initiative
Release Date:
06/10/2016
Six institutions to use Aqua by Taskstream to assess student learning and proficiency as part of a new framework to aid student transfer and improve graduation rates.
NY State Health Foundation Grants Available to Brownsville Residents to Help Improve Community Health
Release Date:
06/09/2016
The Healthy Neighborhoods Challenge kicks off this summer as a way to empower community members to make their neighborhoods safer.
Helmsley Charitable Trust $8.4M Gift Began the Process to Improve Care For Heart Attacks
Release Date:
06/09/2016
The American Heart Association has recognized three South Dakota hospitals and one ambulance service with quality achievement awards for heart and stroke care.
Four Ways Philanthropy Can Support School Integration
Release Date:
06/09/2016
Halley Potter of The Century Foundation asks: How can we translate research into policy? And how can we support and expand burgeoning efforts to diversity schools?