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Philanthropy New York Policy Priorities

Publication date:

04/2021

Philanthropy New York’s public policy efforts are guided by the belief that local, state, and federal laws and policies should 1) promote a just and equitable society, 2) strengthen nonprofits and 3) support a healthy and sustainable philanthropic sector. Philanthropy New York will: Advocate for tax and fiscal policies that support philanthropic giving. Support policies and practices that create and sustain a thriving nonprofit sector. Champion public policies that have systemic effects on issues and marginalized communities our members serve. Review our full list of policy priorities below.

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PNY Issue Guide

Ford Foundation Appoints Elizabeth Knup to Lead Its China Office

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06/03/2013

... all segments of Chinese society gain access to community resources and government services. Through her leadership experience, Knup has emphasized ... Chinese society adapt to the challenges of balancing...

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Prisoner to Proprietor: Entrepreneurship as a Re-entry Strategy

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09/29/2016

... opportunity and prosperity for everyone. Our shared economic prosperity depends on an expanding and inclusive ... strategy works with the formerly incarcerated to become entrepreneurs . The results show...

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Justice Reform

Public Policy

Three Actions Philanthropic Funders Can Take to Advance Equity for Immigrant and Refugee Workers

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07/30/2020

... Fund launched last year, we knew our mission of supporting economic mobility for immigrants and refugees—particularly ... provides worker-centered organizations with flexible resources to pivot, experiment,...

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World Education Services / WES Mariam Assefa Fund

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Immigration

Workforce Development

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For the Success of Boys and Men of Color, A Call to Action

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02/14/2014

... men of color succeed. Young men of color face systemic economic , social and political barriers in their everyday ... all they can to help these young men reach their full potential . In the field of...

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Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

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Public Policy

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Justice Reform

Social Justice

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Open Society Foundations

Citi’s $1 Billion Action for Racial Equity Initiative Demonstrates Early Results in the Fight to Address the Racial Wealth Gap

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04/26/2021

... to help close the racial wealth gap and increase economic mobility in the United States. Announced in ... Package that includes no fee savings and checking products through its network. “Action for Racial...

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Economic Security

Social Justice

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Citi Foundation

Philanthropy's Key Contributions to Society

Publication date:

08/2008

A compilation of well-known innovations that can be traced to foundation funding over the past 100 years.

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Russell Sage Foundation - Gates Foundation Pipeline Grants Awarded to Emerging Scholars

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03/17/2021

... The Russell Sage Foundation, in partnership with the Economic Mobility and Opportunity program at the Bill & ... counselors, and social workers in providing financial aid resources for undocumented youth...

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3/24/2016 - "Legal Series: Best Practices in International Grantmaking" Live Stream & PPT Presentation

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03/2016

View materials and recording of the program "Legal Series: Best Practices in International Grantmaking."

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Grantmaking Strategy & Tools

Legal Staff

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Legal Issues

International/Foreign Affairs

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7/21/2014 - Demystifying Funder Transparency: Sharing Assessments - Webcast Recording and PowerPoint

Publication date:

08/2014

View a recording of the livestream and related materials presented during the program, " Demystifying Funder Transparency: Sharing Assessments ."

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08 Jul 2024

Fearless Fund Next Steps: PSOs, Advocacy & Action - A Virtual Meeting Hosted by United Philanthropy Forum and ABFE

Monday, July 8, 2024 -

2:00pm to 3:00pm

... challenge to the Fearless Fund’s grantmaking supporting women entrepreneurs of color, United Philanthropy Forum and ABFE, ... Many in philanthropy have expressed concern about the potential...

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Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

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Johnson & Johnson Introduces Global Pro Bono, A Program That Gives Employees Time Off to Volunteer

Release Date:

03/05/2018

... new company initiative designed to tackle social causes by harnessing the power of its most powerful resource—its ... in Europe, the Middle East and Africa since 2014. “ Through the Secondment Program,...

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Corporate Social Responsibility

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Carnegie Corporation of New York Honors COVID-19 Responders Among 38 Distinguished Immigrants

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07/01/2020

... enriched and strengthened our nation and our democracy through their contributions and actions. Each Fourth of July ... economist launched a real-time data tracker to measure the economic impact of the...

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Carnegie Corporation of New York

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Disaster Relief

Immigration

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Funding the Future of Activism

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02/04/2013

... likely to attend the most troubled schools with the fewest resources . People on the margins struggle with a fraying ... and bullhorn, they are taking on City Hall every day. Through the Activism’s Future...

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Philanthropy New York Promotions

Release Date:

03/13/2019

... an experiential philanthropic education program through Northeastern University and the LearningbyGiving ... she traveled throughout Egypt, Syria and India researching economic development, civil society and...

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04 Aug 2016

South Bronx Learning Tour

Thursday, August 4, 2016 -

9:30am to 3:30pm

... their own future in innovative and collaborative ways through food. The challenges faced by the people who live ... de Sur , an urban farm cooperative led by Latina and Black women , and hear from youth in a...

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Environment and Climate Change

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Food Systems

Health

Children, Youth and Families

Community Development

CSR in Focus: What did we learn in 2020?

... about the challenges, successes, and lessons learned through work to address key philanthropic/CSR priorities ... leading and making real change. Bring to the table the resources and tools you have as a...

JPMorgan Chase Expands Second Chance Hiring Efforts in Columbus

Release Date:

04/26/2021

... Society of Columbus to provide these job seekers with key resources , such as legal services, job search support and ... successfully recruit, hire, and retain people recruited through this effort. “Now more...

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