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Opinion: Why Small, Local, Organic Farms Aren’t The Key To Fixing Our Food System

Release Date:

10/02/2017

... System The food movement has a problem: It’s right about what ’s wrong with our system, but wrong about how to fix it. But what is the “food movement?” I hear you asking. For these ...

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Brandee McHale, President of Citi Foundation, In Conversation with Denver Frederick

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09/12/2018

... of the Citi Foundation intersect, overlap, reinforce what ’s going on at Citigroup to be a good corporate ... social impact, our philanthropy was important. But really what was going to make the difference was...

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Simons and Alfred P. Sloan Foundations Fund Study That Reveals How the Brain Overcomes Its Own Limitations

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10/24/2018

... mental transformation that it’s not familiar with: using what it sees in the mirror to accurately guide your hand to ... you rely on your prior beliefs and bias yourself toward what you know how to do well, in...

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08 Aug 2019

Family Philanthropy Through Multiple Vehicles - A Webinar Hosted by NCFP

Thursday, August 8, 2019 -

12:00pm to 1:30pm

... systems and structures that accommodate this complexity? What processes are these “complex” families using to ... human capital to the various governance structures? What approaches are they using to address...

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Simons Foundation Gifts UC San Diego Funds to Operate Simons Observatory in Chile to Explore Early Universe

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07/09/2019

... that will be placed in Chile’s Atamaca Desert to explore what the universe was like shortly after the Big Bang. The ... and the director of the Simons Observatory. “ What this funding means is that we will be...

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11 Mar 2021

Going Beyond the Private Foundation: An Exploration of Vehicles - A Webinar Hosted by NCFP

Thursday, March 11, 2021 -

12:00pm to 1:15pm

... questions remain on the minds of philanthropic families. What are the available vehicles that promote social impact? ... How do families leverage multiple vehicles successfully? What is the role of a private...

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09 Dec 2021

Succession Planning and Family Transitions - A Webinar Hosted by NCFP

Thursday, December 9, 2021 -

12:00pm to 1:15pm

... to ensure the success of a collective giving effort. What are the anticipated moments of transition? What are the plans to navigate accordingly? Who is best ...

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09 Feb 2023

The Essentials of Good Governance - A Webinar Hosted by NCFP

Thursday, February 9, 2023 -

12:00pm to 1:15pm

... methods to engage family within each construct. But what are the common elements that contribute to an effective board across all governance constructs? What will you learn? Learn the “nuts and bolts” of good...

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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

... to private and family foundation staff and trustees only.* What responsibilities do family philanthropies have to ... to private and family foundation staff and trustees only. What to expect: presentation. How...

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11 Feb 2025

Laying the Foundation Part One: Defining Family and Its Role - A Webinar Hosted by NCFP

Tuesday, February 11, 2025 -

2:00pm to 3:00pm

... relationships and maintaining a commitment to learning. What will you learn? Valuable insights for families looking ... to private and family foundation staff and trustees only. What to expect: presentation...

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09 Sep 2025

Evolving Your Family Philanthropy: Bold Transparency - A Webinar Hosted by NCFP

Tuesday, September 9, 2025 -

2:00pm to 3:00pm

... this and how can family philanthropy increase this trust? What will you learn? By prioritizing transparency, families ... to private and family foundation staff and trustees only. What to expect: presentation...

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18 Nov 2025

Social Impact Strategies: People and Place - A Webinar Hosted by NCFP

Tuesday, November 18, 2025 -

2:00pm to 3:00pm

... distinct needs and opportunities within each context. What will you learn? How place-based philanthropy can create ... to private and family foundation staff and trustees only. What to expect: presentation...

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09 Dec 2025

Social Impact Strategies: Intersectionality of Systems - A Webinar Hosted by NCFP

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 -

2:00pm to 3:00pm

... can create more holistic, impactful solutions. What will you learn? Strategies to identify and support ... to private and family foundation staff and trustees only. What to expect: presentation. How do you...

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12 May 2026

Creating a Bold Vision: Rethinking Norms, Embracing Uncertainty - A Webinar Hosted by NCFP

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 -

2:00pm to 3:00pm

... to private and family foundation staff and trustees only.* What if the way we’ve always done philanthropy is holding ... to private and family foundation staff and trustees only. What to expect: presentation...

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Morgan Stanley Launches Program to Provide 60 Students with Full-Four Year Scholarships to Howard University, Morehouse College and Spelman College

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10/21/2020

... financial independence by lifting the barrier of higher education costs. This effort is a part of Morgan Stanley’s ... the financial burden for black students to receive an education is a proven method to...

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The Leona M. and Harry B. Helmsley Charitable Trust Awards $4.7 Million to Fund Three Studies on Dietary Interventions for Crohn's Disease

Release Date:

11/16/2020

... of the top European Commission-funded institutes of higher education . “The support from Helmsley to KU Leuven to ... IBDMED study aims to develop a globally-tested nutritional education program to improve...

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