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21 Nov 2016

Climate Change - What’s Next Post-Election

Monday, November 21, 2016 -

3:00pm to 5:00pm

... change. Together we will discuss: what do foundations need to know to help move the needle on climate change? What changes ... for philanthropy - in terms of its role and strategies to...

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F.B. Heron Foundation President Clara Miller to Step Down

Release Date:

06/20/2017

F.B. Heron Foundation President Clara Miller to Step Down The F.B. Heron Foundation in New York City has ... assume the role of president emerita and will continue to write, speak, and undertake research aimed at...

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Casey Family Programs Played Key Role In Changing Foster Care Forever

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04/12/2018

... Finance Committee, stepped into the well of the Senate to plead with his colleagues to pass the sweeping Family First Prevention Services Act ... a Utah Republican. The measure would free up federal funds...

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With Support From the Leona M. And Harry B. Helmsley Charitable Trust, the Genetic, Environmental, Microbial (Gem) Project Has Reached Its Goal of 5,000 Participants

Release Date:

06/20/2018

... a worldwide effort, Crohn's and Colitis Canada is pleased to announce that the world-renowned Genetic, Environmental, ... Helmsley Charitable Trust awarded a CA$3.8 million grant to Crohn's and...

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Health

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Simons Foundation's Quanta Magazine Celebrates Five Years of Public Service Science Journalism

Release Date:

07/17/2018

... seven-minute planetarium show , titled "Journey to the Birth of the Solar System," has been picked up by 14 ... physicist David Gross calls Quanta "the greatest thing to happen to...

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Communications/Media

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U.S. Cities Will Be Able to Compete for Funding From JPMorgan

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09/12/2018

U.S. Cities Will Be Able to Compete for Funding From JPMorgan JPMorgan Chase & Co. plans to unveil a $500 million project Wednesday geared toward ... includes a competition for funding. JPMorgan plans ...

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Community Development

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Burke Foundation Co-Funds Inaugural Class of Safer Birth Cities: Tackling the U.S. Maternal Mortality Crisis

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09/26/2019

... Crisis “I walked down this road … not knowing what to expect,” says Melissa*, a pregnant woman and client in ... Providers, a community-based organization working to improve maternal health and supported by...

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The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America Names Andrew McMahon President

Release Date:

11/14/2019

... and is effective January 1, 2020. He will continue to report to Guardian Chief Executive Officer Deanna Mulligan as he ... knowledge of the industry will be essential as we continue to...

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03 Apr 2020

New York Foster Youth Funders Meeting via Zoom

Friday, April 3, 2020 -

12:00pm to 1:00pm

... in, we in the foster care funder community are working to understand the unique challenges and needs of youth, ... and families in the child welfare system. As follow up to our group’s March 27th meeting when...

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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 adhere to physical distancing measures, we have explored virtual ...

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Morgan Stanley Increases COVID-19 Charitable Commitment to $25 Million

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04/28/2020

Morgan Stanley Increases COVID-19 Charitable Commitment to $25 Million Morgan Stanley (NYSE:MS) today announced an additional $15 million in grants to support the ongoing relief efforts to the...

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All By April: A Philanthropic Commitment to Defend and Strengthen American Democracy.

Release Date:

03/13/2024

All By April: A Philanthropic Commitment to Defend and Strengthen American Democracy. By: Sanjiv ... came too late. Demonstrating our strategic commitment to the field, Democracy Fund launched the All by April...

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24 Apr 2024

Food Waste Roundtable - An Event Hosted by Community Food Funders

Wednesday, April 24, 2024 -

12:00pm to 1:00pm

Want to meet other funders working on current issues in food ... we’re hearing from more colleagues who crave a space to share their work and to learn from others. We’re excited to...

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21 May 2024

Food Policy & Planning Roundtable - An Event Hosted by Community Food Funders

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 -

12:00pm to 1:00pm

Want to meet other funders working on current issues in food ... we’re hearing from more colleagues who crave a space to share their work and to learn from others. We’re excited to...

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To Avoid Being a Supporter of the Status Quo, Ask “So What?”

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01/27/2016

To Avoid Being a Supporter of the Status Quo, Ask “So ... and income inequality continues to grow, the schism in our society is no longer a risk but an increasing reality. ... ultimately, reach...

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Ira R. Halperin Named Vice Chair to Long Island Community Foundation Board

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02/01/2012

... has announced the recent appointment of Ira R. Halperin to Vice Chair of its Board of Advisors. Halperin is a Partner ... LLP. “Ira brings immeasurable commitment and vision to his work with LICF,” noted David...

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Long Island Community Foundation

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12 Apr 2012

Star Power: Achieving Impact by Working Effectively with Celebrities (Featuring Kevin Bacon)

Thursday, April 12, 2012 -

2:45pm to 5:00pm

Philanthropy New York, 79 Fifth Ave., 4th floor, NYC

... compelling your cause, it is critical that you find a way to rise above the din and connect with your target audience ... greater impact. While some nonprofits struggle to secure and make the most of celebrity...

25 Apr 2012

Navigating the Storm: Developing the Capacity to Manage Change

Wednesday, April 25, 2012 -

2:45pm to 5:00pm

Philanthropy New York, 79 Fifth Ave., 4th Floor, NYC.

... of a devastating recession have challenged organizations to be creative and to do more with fewer resources. Yet, in a time of great ... Vice President for Nonprofit Strategy, Global Philanthropy ...

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Michelle Knapik to Depart Surdna Foundation; Named Tremaine Foundation’s President

Release Date:

04/02/2014

... Surdna and out in the field, and her deep dedication to the work and to Surdna’s grantees, it is in large part due to her efforts and the remarkable team she’s built that our ...

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