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Childcare Hasn’t Gained Much Traction with Funders. Who's Trying to Change That?

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09/29/2017

... Funders. Who's Trying to Change That? Childcare is out of reach for working families, but few funders have stepped in to fill the gap. In 2015, the Economic Policy Institute, a ... costs...

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Research Funded by Zegar Family Foundation Finds New Genetic Interdependence Between Mothers and Their Offspring

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10/03/2018

... Interdependence Between Mothers and Their Offspring A team of biologists has discovered that the distinctive genetic ... development help explain patterns of animal development in nature and...

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Making Lunch Free Was Just the Beginning

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12/10/2019

... implementing universal free school lunch on the first day of the school year in 2017. It was a hard won policy change ... other partners. It meant that all of the system’s 1.1 million...

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14 Dec 2023

Your Impact Strategy Doesn’t Stop at Your Grantmaking - A Webinar Hosted by NCFP

Thursday, December 14, 2023 -

12:00pm to 1:15pm

... grantmaking is often the main tool funders think about in terms of impact, there are many other innovative ways to use your time, relationships, and resources to support your nonprofit...

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Research Funded By The Russell Sage Foundation Shows Why Paid Family Leave Laws Could Hurt SNF Census

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01/11/2018

... shows that statewide paid family leave laws have a slew of benefits for both employees and employers across ... children. But for skilled nursing operators, this type of legislation could have an unintended...

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Darren Walker to Hamilton Graduates: Lead the Way Forward With Empathy, Courage, Compassion

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05/21/2018

... Lead the Way Forward With Empathy, Courage, Compassion In his address at Hamilton’s commencement, Ford ... awarded an honorary degree, along with Nan Aron, founder of Alliance for Justice ; Hamilton life...

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25 Mar 2024

21st-Century Governance Part One: Participatory and Collaborative Operations and Strategies - A Webinar Hosted by NCFP

Monday, March 25, 2024 -

12:00pm to 1:00pm

... philanthropies are increasingly recognizing the power of inclusive and collaborative approaches to maximize their ... into innovative models, cutting-edge practices, and case studies that showcase how shared...

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14 May 2024

21st-Century Governance Part Three: Family Philanthropies as Stewards of a Public Trust - A Webinar Hosted by NCFP

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 -

2:00pm to 3:00pm

... good? Through engaging discussions and real-world case studies , we’ll navigate the complexities of wealth creation and stewardship and ensuring equitable ... and/or a colleague at your organization, please log...

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13 Aug 2024

Meeting the Moment Part One: Philanthropic Vehicles to Fund Democracy - A Webinar Hosted by NCFP

Tuesday, August 13, 2024 -

2:00pm to 3:00pm

... and trustees only.* Join us for our upcoming Fundamentals of Family Philanthropy webinar series, where we will explore the vital role family philanthropy plays in addressing pressing societal challenges and...

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10 Sep 2024

Meeting the Moment Part Two: Effective Communication and Building Consensus through Change - A Webinar Hosted by NCFP

Tuesday, September 10, 2024 -

2:00pm to 3:00pm

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08 Oct 2024

Meeting the Moment Part Three: Trust-Based and Participatory Practices - A Webinar Hosted by NCFP

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2:00pm to 3:00pm

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Donita_Volkwijn.jpg As Senior Director of Member Engagement, Donita leads member engagement and ... programs. Donita brings to this role great skills in facilitation, an orientation toward relationship building...

Recording: The Youth Mental Health Crisis: A Half-Day Convening Focused on How Philanthropy Can Make All the Difference

... Can Make All the Difference The mental well-being of our youth is a critical indicator of their overall health ... DiGangi , Director of Community Wellness Initiatives, University...

Sample Job Descriptions: Communications Director

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10/2013

The following jobs descriptions for communications director professionals were previously posted on PNY's Jobs Board. We update our sample job description resources as we post new positions on our site.

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María Teresa Ronderos, Award-Winning Reporter, to Lead Open Society’s Work on Independent Journalism

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05/15/2014

... today named María Teresa Ronderos as the director of its Program on Independent Journalism. Ronderos will ... to promote viable, high-quality media, particularly in countries transitioning to democracy. She...

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Open Society Foundations Award Fellowships to 14 Visionaries Working to Reform Criminal Justice in the United States

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05/14/2014

... lawyers, journalists, and people who have spent time in prison. NEW YORK—The Open Society Foundations today awarded $1.25 million to the newest class of Soros Justice Fellows working on a...

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Ending Child Marriage in a Generation: What Research is Needed?

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05/13/2014

Each year, some 10 million girls are compelled to marry before they reach age ... 18—the age the world has agreed upon as the beginning of adulthood under the UN Convention on the Rights of the...

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