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Sozosei Foundation Convenes Experts at Inaugural Summit to Decriminalize Mental Illness in the American Justice System

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01/08/2021

... U.S. criminal justice system: 1. Data must inform all policy reform and direct service design 2. Brain ... areas in the future. Sozosei will also lead corporate social responsibility activities focused on...

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In Partnership with the Ford Foundation, Coalition of 18 Financial Institutions Commits to Measurable Plan to Improve Economic and Racial Equity

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05/18/2021

... Coalition for Equity & Opportunity (CCA), a corporate social justice initiative launched by the Connecticut ... workplace inclusion and industry representation among all levels of the financial services...

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CarolynPeters-temp.jpg Carolyn Peters serves as Senior Manager of Learning at Philanthropy New York, where she supports the implementation of educational and community-building programs for PNY members. Prior to joining PNY, she...

Philanthropy Leaders Call for Greater Role in Tackling Global Challenges Defined in New Sustainable Development Goals

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09/25/2015

Ahead of the United Nations Sustainable Development Summit, where member states are expected to adopt the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, Ford, Mastercard and RPA under the SDG Philanthropy Platform call for greater philanthropic engagement...

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Several PNY Members’ Giving Contrasted with Silicon Valley’s ‘New Philanthropy’

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11/02/2015

A paradox exists in philanthropy. Tech entrepreneurs believe their charitable giving is bolder, bigger and more data-driven, but these philanthropists are no more interested in radical change than their more conservative predecessors.

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An Outspoken Force to Give Food Workers a Seat at the Table (Ford Foundation)

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02/22/2016

Saru Jayaraman, a vocal leader in the food labor movement and founder of Restaurant Opportunities Center United (ROC), has been supported by the Ford Foundation for more than a decade. The New York Times profiles her efforts for restaurant workers.

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Sage Foundation Research Indicates Americans May Not Be Ready for Tax Increase on Wealthy

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05/11/2016

Economic inequality is high and rising. At the same time, many governments are struggling to balance budgets while maintaining spending for popular programs.

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Ford Foundation Appoints John Irons as Director of Inclusive Economies

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05/19/2016

An economist by training, Irons led work on U.S. employment, including employment in a green economy, and a project on state and metropolitan innovation in partnership with the Brookings Institution.

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CEO Writes Op-Ed on Why JPMorgan Chase & Co. Is Giving Employees a Raise

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07/12/2016

Over the next three years, we will raise the minimum pay for 18,000 employees to between $12 and $16.50 an hour.

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Schott Honors Rev. Dr. William Barber II, Kavitha Mediratta and Landmark Education Campaign at 25th Anniversary Awards Gala

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05/12/2017

On May 11, 2017, the Schott Foundation for Public Education marked 25 years of fighting to end educational inequities in America’s public schools by honoring grassroots, community and philanthropy figures who have led the charge for education...

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Experts Analyze Mayor De Blasio's Jobs Plan

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09/21/2017

An expert panel convened at The New School on Wednesday by the Center for An Urban Future delved into Mayor Bill de Blasio’s plan to create 100,000 “good-paying” jobs in the next ten years, discussing the challenges of growing the city’s economy...

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Citi Community Development Is Partner in NYC’s First Citywide Community Land Trust

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10/25/2017

A citywide collaborative of nonprofit affordable housing organizations today announced the formation of the Interboro Community Land Trust (CLT), NYC’s first citywide CLT.

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Bloomberg Philanthropies Supports Community Art to Keep NYC on the Cultural Edge

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03/27/2018

A $75 million donation from Bloomberg Philanthropies and $45 million more from Frank McCourt, Jr. to arts nonprofit The Shed puts to the test whether mega-donors see New York City or Los Angeles as the national art capital of the future.

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Michael Bloomberg Announces 2nd Annual Global Business Forum and One Planet Summit

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07/11/2018

Michael Bloomberg today announced the second Bloomberg Global Business Forum will be held in New York City on September 26 th at the Plaza Hotel during the 73 rd session of the United Nations General Assembly.

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Centro de Economía Creativa and Mellon Foundation Announce "Maniobra" in Puerto Rico

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05/02/2022

... artists, writers, and performers means granting them the resources they need to pursue their callings, supporting the ... of the Centro de Economía Creativa, you can visit its social media accounts or Centro...

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Kathryn O'Neal-Dunham Named CEO of Philanthropy New York

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01/19/2021

... opportunities for our members to advance meaningful social change. - Kathryn O’Neal-Dunham, CEO, Philanthropy ... in our field and supporting members to advance meaningful social change. In this pivotal moment...

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Esther A. & Joseph Klingenstein Fund Announces New President

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07/01/2013

The Board of Trustees of The Esther A. & Joseph Klingenstein Fund is pleased to announce the election of Andrew (Andy) Klingenstein as its President, effective July 1, 2013.

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MetLife Foundation, Sesame Workshop Launch Financial Knowledge Program

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11/22/2013

... knowledge and strategies among low- and moderate-income families around the world. The MetLife Foundation and Sesame ... knowledge and strategies among low- and moderate-income families around the world...

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NYC Council members rip Walmart’s charity of ‘dangerous dollars’

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06/04/2014

[Women's Health Foundation] More than half the members of the New York City Council have fired off a letter to Walmart demanding that it stop making millions in charitable contributions to local groups here. Recipients include the New York Women's...

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