This Wednesday's funder conversation with Alicia Glen will provide an excellent opportunity to better understand the direction the City is headed and whether or not philanthropic resources can be brought to bear on mutually agreed upon goals.
Income volatility undermines every investment in education, public health, and economic development, chipping away at what would otherwise be positive returns.
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?
Single women in the United States are increasingly entering retirement with too few assets. In fact, the gender wealth gap is widening for this population.
Today’s young people, ages 16-24, have a harder time making ends meet and achieving financial milestones that were achievable by the generations that came before. Youth are less likely to utilize formal financial products, and they show signs of...
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.
Signs of financial stress among US workers are all around us. Nearly half of employees lack emergency savings - enough savings to cover their expenses for three months – and find it difficult to cover their expense and pay their bills. Over half of...
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.
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...
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...
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...
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.
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...
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.
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...
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...
Housing security is a foundation of asset building strategy. Please join AFN and PNY for an engaging discussion on tools and strategies for Housing Equity in Greater New York.
We know that the economic impacts of COVID-19 were not felt equally - individuals working in low-wage jobs, Black and Latinx workers and women were disproportionately impacted. Join us as we hear perspectives from a diverse group of thought leaders...