Reflections on Board Service: Something to Consider
Release Date:
12/01/2017
... for my colleagues. The power of those networks enabled us to do our work more effectively and created strong ...
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Patrick Gaspard Named President of the Open Society Foundations
Release Date:
12/14/2017
The Open Society Foundations today announced the appointment of Patrick Gaspard as president, effective January 1, 2018. He has managed day-to-day operations of the Foundations since September.
The Rockefeller Brothers Fund Stands By City Officials In Their Commitment to Divest NYC Pension Funds From Fossil Fuels
Release Date:
01/10/2018
New York City officials are citing climate change as their motivation to join a growing number of investors ridding themselves of financial interest in fossil fuels.
Bloomberg’s What Works Cities Program Hits 100-City Goal
Release Date:
01/17/2018
Reaching its 100-city goal, the network focused on improving data-driven management practices in mid-size municipalities is continuing to foster “sustainability of practice” in city halls.
Century Foundation Reports on Ways Forward on Health Care Reform
Release Date:
01/25/2018
... Prospect, reviewed the history of health reform, reminding us that, “Every major progressive health program in the ...
01
Mar
2018
Exploring Career Pathways in STEM - Brown Bag Lunch
Thursday, March 1, 2018 -
12:00pm to 2:00pm
Please join us and the New York City Youth Funders for a brown bag ...
William Bell, President of Casey Family Programs, Spoke at the Senate Health Committee Hearing on the Opioid Crisis
Release Date:
02/12/2018
Mr. Bell's testimony was among those heard by the Senate Health Committee leading to a budget deal adopted by Congress on Friday which includes what advocates call a landmark compromise to provide an estimated $1.5 billion over 10 years to try to...
JPMorgan Chase Expands Entrepreneurs of Color Fund to Drive Inclusive Economic Growth in South Bronx and San Francisco
Release Date:
02/13/2018
Building on the success of Detroit’s Entrepreneurs of Color Fund, JPMorgan Chase today announced it will expand the fund’s model and create two new funds to help minority entrepreneurs in San Francisco and the South Bronx. The firm is committing...
New York State Health Foundation Comments on Proposed Rule to Expand Association Health Plans
Release Date:
03/05/2018
A proposed federal rule to expand Association Health Plans could erode consumer protections, destabilize insurance markets, promote adverse selection, and raise prices for Americans. NYSHealth submitted comments on the potential impact of the...
James Rothkopf Elected to Board of Directors of FJC – A Foundation of Philanthropic Funds
Release Date:
03/12/2018
... and community involvement will be a huge plus for us .” Added Jim, “FJC has grown and expanded its services ...
Democracy Funders Collaborative Census Subgroup Pushes Census Turnout
Release Date:
05/09/2018
Grant makers are gearing up early to counter Trump administration policies surrounding the 2020 census and raising concerns that the White House plans and a general rise in an anti-immigrant sentiment could distort the results of the crucial once-a-...
Mike Bloomberg Publishes Annual Letter on Philanthropy
Release Date:
05/23/2018
In a letter on philanthropy released today as part of Bloomberg Philanthropies' annual report, Mike Bloomberg says Washington's "direct assault on facts and data is making it harder for America to address major challenges here and around the world...
New York Life and Alliance for Strong Families and Communities Partner on New Grant Program to Support Those Impacted by Disaster
Release Date:
06/05/2018
... long-term commitment to be there for people when they need us most—including when the unexpected strikes.” ...
Seven Performing Artists Win 2018 Doris Duke Artist Awards
Release Date:
06/26/2018
... to encourage contributions to retirement savings. “For us , it’s pretty simple: Like our programs in medical ...
Novo Foundation Convenes Landmark Philanthropic Summit Calling for More Support to End Violence Against Girls and Women
Release Date:
07/24/2018
Novo Foundation Convenes Landmark Philanthropic Summit Calling for More Support to End Violence Against Girls and Women The movement to end violence against girls and women is gaining global momentum due to the dynamic and...
Rockefeller Playhouse and Family Properties Gifted to the National Trust for Historic Preservation
Release Date:
07/31/2018
... Kykuit and now the nearby Playhouse and Guest Houses help us to understand and appreciate the past, engage with the ...
New York Community Trust President, Lorie Slutsky, Joins Community Foundation Leaders to Discuss the Role of Donor Advised Funds in Their Communities
Release Date:
08/20/2018
... arrow in the quiver to accomplish our work. Many of us complement grants from DAFs with a larger pool of endowed ...
Russell Sage Foundation Author/Grantee Edward Wolff Cited in NY Times Article About Record-setting Bull Market and Uneven Wealth Distribution
Release Date:
08/23/2018
The party has been going for more than a decade. But a lot of Americans haven’t been celebrating. Stocks crossed a major threshold on Wednesday, when the 10-year-old bull market arguably became the longest on record.
11
Oct
2018
Census 2020 Messaging Testing Results - A Webinar Series Hosted by FCCP (Part 3 of 3)
Thursday, October 11, 2018 -
1:00pm to 2:15pm
The Funders Census Initiative is pleased to present the first three briefings on census messaging results in partnership with the Democracy Funders Collaborative Census Subgroup.
06
Sep
2018
Census 2020 Messaging Testing Results - A Webinar Series Hosted by FCCP (Part 1 of 3)
Thursday, September 6, 2018 -
3:00pm to 4:00pm
The Funders Census Initiative is pleased to present the first three briefings on census messaging results in partnership with the Democracy Funders Collaborative Census Subgroup.