Commentary: Understanding Muslim America
Release Date:
08/11/2011
... Kitchen neighborhood. Each day, he feared for his safety en -route to school. As he would recount more than 40 years ...
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The Post-Copenhagen Funding Landscape: Thoughts from Rachel Leon and Terry Odendahl
Release Date:
02/12/2010
On January 20th, Philanthropy New York presented a collaborative program with the Environmental Grantmakers Association (EGA) and the Global Greengrants Fund to hear from our philanthropic colleagues about the outcomes from the 2009 Copenhagen UN...
New Member Spotlight: Reader’s Digest Partners for Sight Foundation
Release Date:
09/11/2009
We are delighted to feature one of Philanthropy New York’s newest members, the Reader’s Digest Partners for Sight Foundation (RDPFS), in our Member Spotlight. We asked Susan Olivo, RDPFS’s Vice President and General Manager, about the foundation and...
Travelers’ Philanthropy: A Growing Trend in Development Assistance
Release Date:
07/02/2009
When we travel, we have the opportunity to leave the best of ourselves behind wherever we go. Today’s traveling grantmakers can choose to minimize their carbon footprint and contribute with time, talent, and treasure to enhance destination...
25
Oct
2017
From Hurricane Sandy to Hurricane Maria: Can Disaster Philanthropy Be More Strategic?
Wednesday, October 25, 2017 -
9:00am to 1:00pm
Disasters, by definition, are unplanned and generally unpredictable, but disaster-related giving should be anything but haphazard.
29
Nov
2017
The Changing Nature of Work and Income: How Philanthropy Can Respond to and Support Low Income Families - Webinar
Wednesday, November 29, 2017 -
2:00pm to 3:00pm
Income volatility undermines every investment in education, public health, and economic development, chipping away at what would otherwise be positive returns.
Four Ways to Incorporate a Gender Lens in Your Measurement and Evaluation Efforts
Release Date:
02/20/2018
Aditi Srinivasan, a consultant at FSG, on how to incorporate a gender lens into your work.
11
Apr
2018
Moving Beyond Financial Education: A Grantmaker's Guide to Investing in Impactful Financial Capability Programs - Webinar
Wednesday, April 11, 2018 -
1:00pm to 2:00pm
For decades, we believed in Francis Bacon's declaration that "knowledge is power" when it comes to increasing financial health. Now we have ample evidence that financial education alone is not powerful enough to change behavior. So, what works?
18
Jun
2018
No Place Like Home: Responding to the Unique Needs of Homeless Children and Their Families
Monday, June 18, 2018 -
9:00am to 11:00am
Almost 70% of homeless New Yorkers are children and their families. Homelessness is traumatic for both children and adults.
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.
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
Children aged 3-17 have many needs to reach their full potential. Two important ingredients, research shows, are children’s overall health and financial well-being.
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.
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...
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...
10
Nov
2020
Strengthening the Economic Foundation for Youth During COVID & Beyond - A Webinar Hosted by Asset Funders Network
Tuesday, November 10, 2020 -
2:00pm to 3:00pm
Join us on November 10th as we hear from a variety of voices including a thought leader, a practitioner and impacted youth. Learn about how to build financial security for youth (16-24), which not only responds to the current moment but also builds...
08
Dec
2020
Lessons from COVID Relief: Spoiler Alert - One Time Cash Disbursements are NOT enough - A Webinar Hosted by Asset Funders Network
Tuesday, December 8, 2020 - 1:00pm
Join us as we hear from leading community-based providers and key thought leaders on the front lines who have been involved with providing direct cash assistance for years.
27
Jan
2021
Connected? Broadband Access Remains a Challenge - A Webinar Hosted by Asset Funders Network
Wednesday, January 27, 2021 -
2:00pm to 3:00pm
As we continue to see a record number of COVID-19 cases throughout the United States, it is imperative that we stay in, stay socially distanced, and stay connected through high-speed internet access. Join us to discuss what grantmakers are doing to...
09
Mar
2021
Next Level Programs and Policies to Close the Wealth Gap - A Webinar Hosted by Asset Funders Network
Tuesday, March 9, 2021 -
1:00pm to 3:00pm
Why have we failed to address racial equity and inclusion? Despite focused discussion and clear targeted programs and policies, the racial wealth gap has grown wider, not closed.
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...
24
Feb
2021
Building a Better Ecosystem for Business Owners of Color - A Webinar Hosted by Asset Funders Network
Wednesday, February 24, 2021 -
1:00pm to 2:00pm
Small businesses are the backbone of the U.S. economy, employing nearly half of the private sector workforce. Join us to hear what we have learned about the effects of specific investments and strategies to support entrepreneurs of color and what...