Donita Volkwijn
Donita_Volkwijn.jpg As Senior Director of Member Engagement, Donita leads member engagement and recruitment, understands member goals and learning priorities, and facilitates several of PNY's signature networks and leadership...
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16
Mar
2012
The Loving Story - Philanthropy New York's Documentary Series
Friday, March 16, 2012 -
5:30pm to 8:30pm
Please join us for a wine-and-cheese reception, followed by a screening of the documentary The Loving Story , and a brief discussion to follow. The Loving Story Trailer A racially-charged criminal trial and a heart-rending love story converge in...
12
Sep
2019
Always in Season - Documentary Film Screening and Conversation with Filmmaker Jacqueline Olive
Thursday, September 12, 2019 -
5:30pm to 9:00pm
In partnership with Ford Foundation’s Just Films, we invite you to join us for the New York premiere and discussion of the Sundance award-winning film Always in Season .
Philanthropy New York’s 42nd Annual Meeting - Looking Back, Moving Forward: A Time of Reckoning
Thank you for registering for our 42nd Annual Meeting - Looking Back, Moving Forward: A Time of Reckoning. This year's half-day conference will include a pre-conference business meeting, plenary sessions, and concurrent workshops to help to turn...
COVID-19
Philanthropy New York & Funder Programming PNY has moved to virtual programming, utilizing Zoom webinars and meetings. We are hosting weekly webinars for members to share information on philanthropic responses to COVID-19. The calendar of events...
06
Apr
2017
Beyond the Headlines: A Conversation about Immigration and Immigrants
Thursday, April 6, 2017 -
9:00am to 10:30am
... is required by March 31. Space is limited. Members : To register yourself and/or a colleague at your organization, ... Guests of Members/Organizers: Please email register @ philanthropynewyork...
Fund for 2025 Testimonials
Jane O’Connell, Altman Foundation/Co-Chair, Fund for 2025 “I was the Co-Chair of NYRAG’s fundraising campaign a decade ago when this organization moved to its current location. The great progress Philanthropy New York has made...
PhilTV: Partner Buy-In Is More Likely When a Funder’s Long-term Commitment is Clear
Release Date:
12/21/2016
Kaberi Banerjee Murthy explains how transparency with the organization’s board and leadership led to Brooklyn Community Foundation’s commitment to support systemic change in NYC public schools.
09
Dec
2010
Shareholder Activism: Changing Corporate Behavior
Thursday, December 9, 2010 -
7:30am to 11:00am
... by December 7th. No fee. MEMBERS: Please log in to register yourself or a colleague online by clicking on the ...
Beyond the Bubble
Release Date:
01/22/2020
This past December, a group of 25+ grantmakers convened in a room, charged with exploring connections between their funding areas. People who consistently fund youth, justice, health, climate, education, aging, workforce, Census, and the arts were...
Dana Laventure Joins New York State Health Foundation
Release Date:
06/03/2013
Dana Laventure has joined the staff of the New York State Health Foundation as its new Communications Associate.
The Tinker Foundation Welcomes Bradford K. Smith to its Board of Directors
Release Date:
05/02/2013
The Tinker Foundation is pleased to announce the election of Bradford K. Smith to its Board of Directors.
18
Jul
2013
Foundation Administrators Network Meeting: A Focus on Human Resources, TED Style
Thursday, July 18, 2013 -
8:45am to 10:30am
Philanthropy New York's Foundation Administrators Network (FAN) creates a supportive environment for administrative, HR, and operations professionals to share knowledge and resources, test ideas with peers, and strengthen professional skills. Since...
03
Oct
2011
Philanthropy, Women & Social Justice: a Breakfast Conversation with Sara K. Gould
Monday, October 3, 2011 -
8:30am to 10:30am
The Funders of Women and Girls Network invites you to a candid conversation with Sara K. Gould, Atlantic Philanthropies Senior Fellow at the Foundation Center and former president & CEO of the Ms. Foundation for Women, to explore social justice...
05
Mar
2014
A Donor Discussion on Climate Change and Food Resilience with Contributions from Global Indigenous Representatives
Wednesday, March 5, 2014 -
10:45am to 1:30pm
Philanthropy New York
This session will address the vital role funders play to bring Indigenous Peoples’ contributions into high spheres of influence and in a partnership role. Funders will hear firsthand from Indigenous representatives from Asia, South America, and...
Philip Li Elected to Robert Sterling Clark Foundation Board of Directors
Release Date:
01/15/2014
The Robert Sterling Clark Foundation is pleased to announce that Philip Li has been elected to its Board of Directors. Li is the Chief Administrative Officer of The Century Foundation, a progressive think tank that focuses on issues of equality and...
02
Apr
2014
Grantee Executive Transitions – When and How to Engage as Funders
Wednesday, April 2, 2014 -
8:45am to 11:00am
Foundations give grants to organizations. But let’s be real: leadership matters.
Michelle Knapik to Depart Surdna Foundation; Named Tremaine Foundation’s President
Release Date:
04/02/2014
The Surdna Foundation announced that Michelle Knapik, director of the foundation’s Sustainable Environments program, has accepted a position as the next President of the Emily Hall Tremaine Foundation in New Haven, Conn. effective May 12, 2014.
04
May
2021
What's the Role for International Grantmakers in Decolonizing Philanthropy?
Tuesday, May 4, 2021 -
2:00pm to 3:30pm
What is meant when we talk about decolonizing philanthropy? Why is this idea gaining traction? What can it look like? What does it mean for international philanthropy? While this can be a complex and multifaceted issue, this discussion will lift up...
Insights from “Risk, Reward, and the Reality: What Don’t We Know About Intermediaries?”
Release Date:
06/28/2022
Philanthropic intermediaries play an important role, often serving as a liaison between foundations and nonprofits in re-granting foundation resources and providing important technical assistance and hands-on support to grantees.