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Stavros Niarchos Foundation Agora Institute at Johns Hopkins University Unveils Plans for New Project in Baltimore

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09/20/2019

The Stavros Niarchos Foundation Agora Institute at Johns Hopkins University has unveiled plans for the Institute’s home in Baltimore, designed by world-renowned architecture firm Renzo Piano Building Workshop.

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American Express Chairman and CEO Steve Squeri Share COVID-19 Funding Memo

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03/18/2020

... Memo American Express has a long history of backing our communities , especially during times of need. I’m proud to ... and research, and help feed people impacted in our communities , among other critical needs...

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Foundation for Opioid Response Efforts Welcomes New Senior Program Officer Brian Byrd

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02/16/2022

... financial issues affecting individuals, households, and communities within the Second Federal Reserve District. He ...

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11 Dec 2024

Responding to the Opioid Crisis: What are the Opportunities for Funders to Make a Difference? - A Webinar Hosted by NCFP

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 -

4:00pm to 5:00pm

... alone over 80,000 Americans died from an opioid overdose. Communities face specific challenges in dealing with this ... issues—can make a difference. What will you learn? How communities are using federal...

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Dyson Foundation Names Jennifer Killian New Program Officer

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11/09/2015

... Leadership program and the Federal ARRA Strengthening Communities Fund nonprofit capacity building program which ...

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University of Buffalo Receives $3 Million Mellon Grant in Support of Indigenous Studies

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01/13/2020

The University at Buffalo College of Arts and Sciences has received a $3.174 million grant from The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation in support of a new department of indigenous studies.

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Casey Family Programs Announces 2020 Casey Excellence for Children Awards

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01/13/2020

... for much-needed system changes, these honorees are making communities more supportive and hopeful places for children ... best understanding to bring about change in their own communities and in the lives of...

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23 Sep 2021

Advancing Social Connections for All - A Webinar Hosted by Grantmakers in Aging and Grantmakers in Health

Thursday, September 23, 2021 -

4:00pm to 5:00pm

... keep people and neighborhoods apart. We must reshape our communities in ways that support meaningful social connection ... and five recommendations for creating socially connected communities Speakers Amy Gorn...

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Charles H. Hamilton to Retire from Bessemer Trust

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05/01/2013

... for Research on Nonprofit Organizations and Voluntary Action , and the New College Foundation. Hamilton earned an ...

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Jeff Trandahl Joins Arcus Foundation Board

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03/01/2013

... University. He currently serves on the boards of the Gill Action Fund, Jones Group and Arise Corporation. Jeff Trandahl ...

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15 Feb 2012

New Approaches to Collaborative Funding: A Case Study of the Young Men’s Initiative

Wednesday, February 15, 2012 -

1:45pm to 5:00pm

... as those involved in The Young Men’s Initiative Action Plan share their varied experiences. The Initiative ...

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12 Apr 2012

Star Power: Achieving Impact by Working Effectively with Celebrities (Featuring Kevin Bacon)

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2:45pm to 5:00pm

Philanthropy New York, 79 Fifth Ave., 4th floor, NYC

... grab attention and then persuade or inspire engagement and action . Working with prominent musicians, actors, and sports ...

11 Oct 2012

"Excuuuse ME!!!" -- Fostering Understanding and Trust in Challenging Conversations

Thursday, October 11, 2012 -

2:30pm to 5:00pm

Philanthropy New York, 79 Fifth Ave., 4th floor, NYC

... barriers into opportunities for clarity, collaboration and action . Join us in an interactive session with Dian ...

05 Dec 2013

Ripple Effects: DACA’s Impact on DREAMers and Their Families

Thursday, December 5, 2013 -

11:45am to 3:00pm

Philanthropy New York

Almost 600,000 young immigrants have applied for Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA). Their applications and ...

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Bipartisan Report Warns of Extreme Threat to Economy From Global Warming

Release Date:

06/24/2014

... by three wealthy financiers who are strong advocates of action on global warming: former Treasury Secretary Henry M. ...

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Environment and Climate Change

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Soros' Support of Marijuana Legalization Leads Philanthropies to Increase Support for Opposition

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10/14/2014

... Drug Policy Alliance and its electoral arm, Drug Policy Action , each of which supports decriminalization and ...

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Health

Public Policy

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09 Jun 2015

Catch a Ride on a Roller-Coaster! Immigration Issues Facing the New York Region

Tuesday, June 9, 2015 -

8:45am to 11:00am

... 20, 2014 , the Immigration Accountability Executive Action , which provides nearly five million unauthorized ... In addition, there are other components of the Executive Action : enhancing border security,...

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Open Society Foundation-funded Report Finds Bias Warps the Way African-American Girls are Treated at School

Release Date:

11/06/2015

... Opportunity for African American Girls: A Call to Action for Educational Equity, the NAACP Legal Defense and ...

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Education

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The Next Generation in Philanthropy: From The Rockefeller Foundation To The Zuckerberg Chan Initiative

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01/05/2016

When $45 billion dollars is pledged to charity, it’s bound to start a lot of conversations. Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg and his wife Dr. Priscilla Chan's announcement has received a lot of attention and has started discussion about the next...

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