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NYT Interviews Schott Foundation VP Edgar Villanueva

Release Date:

11/28/2018

... of power and resources, Edgar Villanueva writes in his new book, “ Decolonizing Wealth: Indigenous Wisdom to Heal ... was angry. But there’s plenty of books that criticize. What would I do differently? I felt...

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MIT Receives $8 Million From Simons Foundation for Quantum Research

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06/04/2019

... matter (UQM) allows for quantum phenomena beyond what can be realized at the level of the individual atom or ... physical properties, and provide ideas designed to enable new realizations of quantum materials...

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Tobias Rees Selected as a Rockefeller Foundation Resident to Study the Future of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Humanity

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09/30/2019

... which contemporary technology is challenging and changing what it means to be human, Rees’ duties will be to help the ... also serves as Reid Hoffman Professor of Humanities at the New School for Social...

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Technology

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13 Jul 2021

July 2021 Service for Impact

Tuesday, July 13, 2021 -

10:00am to 11:30am

... and challenges, brainstorm on solutions, and explore new opportunities to make a difference in society while ... for Corporate funders and CECP-affiliated companies. What to expect: presentation followed by Q...

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Thousands participate in Susan G. Komen Global Race for the Cure

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05/11/2013

Attendance at the charity’s signature fundraising event did decline for the second consecutive year. Thousands ... but attendance at the charity’s signature fundraising event was down for a second consecutive year...

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Mellon Foundation President Earl Lewis To Step Down In March

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09/14/2017

... term, Lewis will return to the academy, and launch a new initiative, The Center for Social Solutions, to focus ... future of work. He expects to announce more details in the new year. Widely respected, Lewis...

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The Estée Lauder Companies Announces Bold Family-Related Benefits to Meet the Diverse Needs of Its Employees

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04/25/2018

... , the global leader in prestige beauty, today announced new and enhanced family-related programs, policies and ... will help them thrive inside and outside of work.” The new and enhanced family-related...

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We Shouldn’t Be Batting 1000

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03/07/2016

... storm of sports fabulousness. My favorite hockey player is New York Rangers goalie Henrik Lundquist. A sure Hall of ... a hit about 1 in 3 times he went to the plate. Here’s what this has got...

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Arcus Foundation

08 Oct 2014

Executive Assistants Network - Important vs. Urgent: Managing Your Workload

Wednesday, October 8, 2014 -

8:15am to 10:30am

... sheer volume of work and a fast-paced work environment can lead us to prioritize by default: whatever seems most urgent ... session, we will explore some best practices in managing what is urgent and important...

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Executive Support Staff

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If Elite Colleges Want to Address the College Admissions Bribery Scandal — Accept More Low- and Middle-Income Strivers

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03/18/2019

... path to college graduation. These organizations are doing what decent affluent and resourced families do for their ...

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Mariko Silver Named Next President and CEO of Luce Foundation

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04/22/2019

... a decade at Arizona State University, Dr. Silver was a lead developer and key strategist in what Newsweek called “one of the most radical redesigns in ...

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22 Jul 2019

How CEOs and Trustees Build a Culture of Trust - A Webinar Hosted by Philanthropy Northwest

Monday, July 22, 2019 -

10:30am to 11:30am

... to philanthropy starts with leadership and governance. What is the role of CEOs, trustees and senior leadership in ... grantmaking practices? And how can a trust-based culture lead to more authentic dialogue,...

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05 Apr 2021

Snack and Chat: Making the Most of Virtual Site Visits

Monday, April 5, 2021 -

3:00pm to 4:00pm

... from the Virtual Front Lines . Explore How to plan and lead virtual site visits with core values in mid Questions to ... funders, regardless of roles at your foundation. What to expect: roundtable discussion...

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23 Feb 2023

Pushing Philanthropic Practice to Support Black Migrants - A Webinar Hosted by GCIR

Thursday, February 23, 2023 -

1:00pm to 2:00pm

... repressive governments are the primary push factors that lead to emigration from African nations, along with economic reasons. What will you learn? Analysis of the root causes of migration ...

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Immigration

08 Jun 2023

Survivor and Community-Led Response: Putting People First in a Crisis - a Webinar Hosted by CDP

Thursday, June 8, 2023 -

2:00pm to 3:00pm

... for the affected communities and residents themselves to lead relief, response and recovery efforts. During this ... to scale up interventions and increase their impact.” What will you learn? Understanding the...

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Kopp Joins Changing Our World As Managing Director

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08/12/2014

... Our World as a managing director. He comes to his new role from the Cathedral Corporation, where he served as ... Kopp also has served as both vice president of the New York and Vermont...

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Carnegie Corporation Awards $5 Million to Universities for Innovative Programs Linking Academia and Policy

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09/23/2014

... Linking Academia and Policy Carnegie Corporation of New York announced the five recipients of major grants aimed at ... solutions for bridging this gap. The Corporation sought new ideas with...

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United Hospital Fund Report Details Lessons Learned in Reducing Avoidable Hospital Readmissions

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10/14/2014

... Learned in Reducing Avoidable Hospital Readmissions A new United Hospital Fund report details lessons learned from ... on reducing readmissions. The initiative involved seven New York City...

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Deutsche Bank Americas Foundation Launches Program to Support Community Development in Underserved U.S. Regions

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10/23/2014

... of the Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFI) New Partners Program, through the Deutsche Bank Americas ... USD 8 billion in CRA-motivated loans and investments in New York City...

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