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06/04/2020

... COVID-19 pandemic, and the systemic racism that laid the foundation for these losses. We are overwhelmed with pain, ... and grantmaking frameworks: ABFE and the Hill-Snowdon Foundation ’s A Case for Funding...

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Reimagining Safety and Justice for Black Life Now and Forever

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07/07/2020

... the stories were real, but I also knew that she wouldn’ t lie to me. These stories were cautionary tales of survival ...

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Two Distinct Types of NY Funders are Gearing Up for Redistricting, Here’s Why

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03/03/2021

... mandates public hearings on proposed maps, it doesn’ t provide any funds to engage communities or systematically ...

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For philanthropy, racial equity isn't enough: Why we've moved to redistribution to address the racial wealth gap

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10/14/2021

For philanthropy, racial equity isn' t enough: Why we've moved to redistribution to address the ... oppressed by racist policies and systems. We didn' t come to this new way of giving lightly. We...

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Bloomberg Philanthropies ‘Summer Boost NYC’ Summer 2022 Learning Program Launched at New York City Public Charter Schools

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04/18/2022

... The Carson Family Charitable Trust, Robin Hood, Gray Foundation , and Walentas Foundation . “After two years of ... a lot of learning time. Try as educators might, it can’ t and won’ t...

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Bloomberg Philanthropies

26 Mar 2025

Philanthropy's Paths Forward for Racial Equity & Racial Justice

Wednesday, March 26, 2025 -

2:00pm to 3:30pm

In this session, we’ll unpack opportunities for philanthropy to strategically navigate pushback on DEI using all the tools and resources available to us while also recognizing the threats and concerns present for our field. This will be a supportive...

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Private funders should fund full project costs too

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03/11/2016

... general operating dollars are not “sexy,” because a foundation wants their name affiliated with direct outcomes ... the HSC report declares it to be (which I, for one, don’ t doubt) then this is a time for all...

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Working with Vendors

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03/2012

Foundation administrators work with all types of vendors from ... checking references, be sure to ask questions that aren’ t reduced to receiving positive or negative responses. Check ... a pot or buffer in the beginning of the year so you don’ t fall into any loop holes. Lawyers will often negotiate ...

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16 Feb 2017

Perspectives on Sanctuary Policies – A Webinar Hosted by GCIR

Thursday, February 16, 2017 -

4:00pm to 5:00pm

Sanctuary policies have garnered heightened media attention since the president signed an executive order on January 25 to withhold federal funding from cities that adopt such policies.

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Public Policy

23 Oct 2018

The Art of Knowledge-in-Action: Building Your Reflective Practice as a Funder

Tuesday, October 23, 2018 -

9:00am to 11:00am

Experienced funders often say that grantmaking is both an art and a science. To be effective, philanthropy practitioners must continually build their technical skills and content expertise but how do funders keep getting better at the ‘art’ side?...

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Professional Development

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13 Nov 2018

Ask the Author with David Williams, Opportunity Insights - A Webinar Hosted by AFN

Tuesday, November 13, 2018 -

12:00pm to 12:30pm

In 2018, a landmark study by researchers at Harvard and the Center for Administrative Records Research & Applications found that racial disparities in income and other outcomes are visible and persistent.

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Community Development

05 Dec 2018

Harnessing Apps to Develop Career Pathways - A Brown Bag Discussion

Wednesday, December 5, 2018 -

11:30am to 2:00pm

JK Rowling has said, "The internet has been a boon and a curse for teenagers " According to Common Sense Media , teens are spending nearly nine hours a day on average using media. Given this state of affairs, how can we use technology to embolden...

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24 Oct 2019

Big Impact for Little Kids: the Health & Wealth Connection - A Webinar Hosted by Asset Funders Network

Thursday, October 24, 2019 -

1:00pm to 2:00pm

... outcomes for children. Presenters Annie Harper, Ph. D ., Program for Recovery and Community Health, Yale School of ...

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07 Nov 2019

AFN's Expert Insights with Henry A.J. Ramos - A Webinar Hosted by Asset Funders Network

Thursday, November 7, 2019 -

1:00pm to 1:45pm

AFN’s Expert Insights helps you keep up with the research related to the asset-building field.

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Economic Security

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08 Jan 2020

Investing in the Future of Our Community: A Case Study on Funders’ Motivations for Supporting CSAs - A Webinar Hosted by Asset Funders Network

Wednesday, January 8, 2020 -

1:00pm to 2:00pm

Children’s Savings Accounts (CSAs) are important assets for the future of our communities. Philanthropy plays an essential role in the growth and success of CSAs across the country. Yet, we know relatively little as to why investing in CSAs appeals...

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Economic Security

01 Apr 2020

Towards Health Equity: Measuring Health Outcomes in Community-Based Programs - A Webinar Hosted by Asset Funders Network

Wednesday, April 1, 2020 -

12:00pm to 12:45pm

What does it take to evaluate health outcomes across a range of community-based programs? In today’s crisis, community health workers are the new frontline against COVID-19, while community-based programs continue to support financial and housing...

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23 Feb 2021

Investing in Financial Coaching with a Racial Equity Lens - A Webinar Hosted by Asset Funders Network

Tuesday, February 23, 2021 -

12:00pm to 1:15pm

As a result of COVID-19, economic insecurity is increasing–especially among Black and Latinx households. Join AFN for an engaging discussion about best practices, effective models, and emerging tools to apply a racial equity lens in the specific...

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Economic Security

Four Ways to Incorporate a Gender Lens in Your Measurement and Evaluation Efforts

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02/20/2018

... about gender-sensitive measurement is that it doesn’ t just apply to programs that have an explicit gender ... changes in social and gender norms is that they don’ t always show up in the numbers due to the...

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