Enacted in September 2010, the New York Prudent Management of Institutional Funds Act (NYPMIFA) makes important changes to the laws concerning the expenditure of charitable endowment funds. It also includes new provisions concerning the prudent management and investment of funds held by charities and the delegation of management and investment responsibilities to outside advisors, along with new protections for donors. This Guide summarizes key provisions of the Act and provides practical guidance in response to frequently asked questions.
The Open Road Alliance, The Rockefeller Foundation and Arabella Advisors collaborated on "Risk Management for Philanthropy-a Toolkit," which is described as "the first practical, comprehensive framework providing guidance to funders on how to...
The Rockefeller Brothers Fund has set a new goal to invest 25 percent of its endowment holdings with firms majority-owned by women and/or people of color.
Mount Sinai Queens strives to increase vital preventative and supportive services extending beyond the hospital and clinic walls to patients who are at risk for medical, behavioral or social health stressors.
The invitation-only program, announced in April 2015, supports a diverse set of institutions including local cultural centers and performing, literary and visual art organizations.
Attendees of The New York Community Trust’s 2015 Nonprofit Excellence Awards Best Practices Workshop and Awards Presentation learned about ways to improve the management of their organizations, while supporting their missions.
The role and function of grants management continues to evolve in organizations across the philanthropic sector. Participate in two highly-interactive sessions, focused on reflecting on your current role in your organization and strategizing how...
"We are tremendously grateful to New York City's Theater Subdistrict Council, the New York City Cultural Agenda Fund in The New York Community Trust and the New York State Council on the Arts' Regional Economic Development Council Program (REDC) for...
The City of New York has excitingly launched the HHS Accelerator tool, part of an initiative to reduce administrative burdens, simplify and speed provider selection for contracts and redirect resources to mission-driven activities. HHS Accelerator,...
During this webinar, panelists will explore the links between colonization, environmental justice, the landback movement, and natural hazards and extreme weather. They will discuss why it is important for Native Hawaiians to retain access to...
... of the board have a role to play in preparing for and managing these inevitable leadership shifts, and need clarity ... or on eligibility. In partnership with Preparing for and Managing a Productive Board...
... colleagues, e.g. when delivering or receiving feedback, managing conflict, or aligning different work styles, and so ... will be introduced to a framework that includes: managing oneself; being able to hear...
Philanthropy Can Play a Role In Managing Student Debt Crisis By Cynthia Rivera Weissblum, ... eye on the bottom line. Philanthropy Can Play a Role In Managing Student Debt Crisis ...