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Nations Urged to Reject Phillip Morris Funds for Antismoking Efforts

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10/03/2017

... International announced it would fund and help set up a new body called the Foundation for a Smoke-Free World. The tobacco giant plans to ... to win the war on smoking. Yach is described by Fortune as...

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22 Jul 2020

Service for Impact - July Conversation

Wednesday, July 22, 2020 -

10:00am to 11:30am

... and challenges, brainstorm on solutions, and explore new opportunities to make a difference in society while ... The focus of this year’s meetings is uncovering new and stronger proof of business impact of...

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Corporate Funders

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Volunteerism

Takeaways From the Supreme Court Obamacare Ruling

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06/25/2015

By Jim Knickman, President and CEO of New York State Health Foundation This piece was originally published as a column on Huffington Post . Living in a state like New ...

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Health

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Take It From the Nonprofits: Even in a Crisis, Funders Are Falling Short on Equity

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07/29/2021

... than others. While many nonprofits reported that their foundation funders were flexible, responsive, and ... communities, most reported that no foundations provided new funding in 2020. Moreover, compared to...

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30 Sep 2024

Deciding NYC's Future: The Latest Charter Revision Commission and November Referendum

Monday, September 30, 2024 -

10:00am to 11:30am

Virtual Meeting - Register by 9/27

Watch the Recording The NYC Charter serves as the city's constitution, outlining the powers and ... the NYC Charter reflects the needs and aspirations of all New Yorkers, including the vital role of the...

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28 Apr 2020

So You Think You’re on a Webinar – Zoom Meetings and More

Tuesday, April 28, 2020 -

1:00pm to 2:30pm

As we continue to adapt our organizational work styles to ... breakout rooms, join us as we demystify this brave new world and explore the tips and tools for getting the most ... for All...

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Professional Development

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All Funders

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Personal Strategy: Mobilizing Your Self for Effective Grantmaking

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09/2005

Whether it's introducing new ideas into your foundation or offering constructive ... practitioners use their understanding of self and role - as learner, analyst, bridge builder - to manage the tensions .....

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Modern Dance Groups to Get Hurricane Sandy Aid

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12/25/2012

The Mertz Gilmore Foundation is providing $200,000 to help modern dance groups ... for the shoestring but vibrant world of modern dance in New York City. Starting in early January checks from $1,000 ...

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Chase Announces Winners of 2012 American Giving Awards

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12/18/2012

... tribute event that aired recently on NBC. More Than Me Foundation of New Jersey was awarded a $1 million grant from Chase at the ...

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The Secret to More Effective Philanthropy: Funding the Unknown

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03/28/2013

... Good Christopherson, President and CEO of the Rita Allen Foundation , in anticipation of the May 2013 Ashoka Future ... who support them. When you trace the development of big new ideas, you often find that...

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Philanthropy Takes Fore as Bloomberg Exits N.Y. Mayoralty

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04/30/2013

... to philanthropy and his giving priorities are examined as he prepares for his return to private life. The Financial ... his return to private life after three terms as mayor of New York. The...

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How our community colleges are falling behind

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05/23/2013

The Century Foundation ’s new report details the large socioeconomic, racial and ...

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Education

Viriginia "Ginnie" Sloane Remembered for Her Philanthropic Spirit

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11/04/2014

... "Ginnie" Sloane Remembered for Her Philanthropic Spirit As a philanthropist, Virginia Sloane presided over the Heckscher Foundation for Children for nearly 25 years, helping to give ... millions of...

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NYCT Awards Grants Totaling $9.1 Million

Release Date:

06/15/2015

... in low-income neighborhoods; and the Computers for Youth Foundation , which was awarded $75,000 to help middle school ... students use technology to improve math skills in fifteen New York City schools.... NYCT...

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Ford’s President Highlights Government’s Role in Reducing Inequality

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10/30/2015

... readers on Facebook to answer questions about what its new focus on reducing inequality means for the foundation and grantees. In the near future, Ford plans to ...

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Economic Security

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Rockefeller Leads Initiative to Help Young People Without College Degrees Land First Job

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09/21/2016

... Abigail Carlton, managing director at the Rockefeller Foundation , leads the U.S. Youth Employment Initiative, ... work experience. Carlton said youth unemployment isn't a new issue, but solutions tend to...

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The Rockefeller Foundation

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Rockefeller, Arabella Advisors Collaborate on 'Risk Management for Philanthropy-a Toolkit'

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03/20/2017

... 'Risk Management for Philanthropy-a Toolkit' An important new report has developed a framework for understanding and ... philanthropy. The Open Road Alliance, The Rockefeller Foundation and Arabella...

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Bloomberg’s ‘War on Coal’ Goes Global with $50m Fund

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11/09/2017

... a UN special envoy on climate change and former mayor of New York city, has funded a $164m campaign in the US since ... $50m funding will be administered by the European Climate Foundation ... Bloomberg’s ‘War...

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18 Nov 2021

Power! How to Fight it, Build it and Share it

Thursday, November 18, 2021 -

1:30pm to 3:00pm

... between leaders of coalitions in Louisiana and New York about building power and a just transition to a ... Co-Director, Sustainable Environments, The Surdna Foundation Who should attend? All interested...

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