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Hilton, Tow, Surdna and Edna McConnell Clark Noted as Important Funders for Foster Youth

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01/08/2016

... they can get. Many foundations recognize the role that philanthropy can play in creating better outcomes for these ...

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Grantmakers for Effective Organizations (GEO) Welcomes Marcus F. Walton as President and CEO

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07/16/2019

... develop more effective strategies for cultivating thriving communities . “I am energized by the opportunity to work ... equity as one of the critical cornerstones for effective philanthropy and transformation...

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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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Donita Volkwijn

... their racial equity practices. Donita began her career in philanthropy in 2012 at Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors (RPA), where she most recently served ... Foundation , an organization committed to showing...

United Hospital Fund Names Two New Vice Presidents, New Controller, Other Staff Changes

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04/06/2021

... R. Murria will be promoted to vice president of human resources from director of human resources , while retaining his title as chief diversity, ... About United Hospital Fund United Hospital Fund works to...

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20 Nov 2017

Census 2020: Funders Are Getting Ready Now - November Meeting

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3:30pm to 5:00pm

... Census is the basis for determining financial and other resources for dozens of government programs The Census is the ... rates, crime statistics, and much, much more. What is philanthropy ’s role in ensuring...

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North Star Fund Welcomes New Executive Director Jennifer Ching

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02/01/2017

... policy projects as director of New York Appleseed to build stronger financial literacy, investment, and health access in immigrant communities across the region. Jenn has worked with ... usher in a new phase...

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Me/We & Public Policy: A Journey from Foundations on the Hill to NYC to…

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05/25/2023

... from Foundations on the Hill to NYC to… By: Ariane Cruz, Philanthropy Fellow, Philanthropy New York Philanthropy New York’s recent trip ... that culminates in the policies that impact...

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Carol Argento Appointed President and CEO of The Charles Hayden Foundation

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09/08/2021

... Chairperson of the Board. “Her deep connections in the communities we serve will continue to allow the Foundation to ... built a strong reputation as an advocate of trust-based philanthropy . In response to...

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Resilience: Nature’s Lessons for Surviving Its Worst Moods

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06/02/2015

... more crowded and urban, with an increasing scarcity of resources and less predictable climate. To address these ...

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Simons Foundation Science Sandbox Announce Inaugural Science Nonfiction Film Grants

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11/16/2018

... administered by the Sundance Institute, aims to provide resources for emerging artists making science nonfiction ...

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NoVo Foundation Launches Fourth Cycle of Move to End Violence

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11/15/2017

... leadership of those from and working within marginalized communities being politically targeted in this time, including Black, immigrant, Muslim and transgender communities – communities that...

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FORE Awards New Grants to Catalyze the Federal Response to the Opioid Crisis

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05/31/2023

... Opioid Crisis Today, FORE announced two new grants that build on recent federal policies and laws governing the ... Opioid Recovery and Treatment (SUPPORT) for Patients and Communities Act. BPC will also hold...

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The Term Impact Investing Needs to Be Better Understood

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02/03/2016

... foundation leaders concerned about putting all of their resources to maximum use to serve their organization’s ... the time to really think deeply about the possibilities. Philanthropy New York’s Impact...

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Markle Foundation’s Skillful Initiative Welcomes 35 Career Coaches From Indiana for its First Convening Governor’s Coaching Corps

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03/19/2019

... who play a pivotal role in our workforce and education communities ,” Gov. Holcomb said in announcing the program ... have access to career coaches who will offer new tools, resources and training opportunities...

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Centering Disability Justice

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02/06/2019

... alternative-text descriptions, and changes in our human resources practices. We detail these and other efforts in a ... has been internal, we are also working with colleagues in philanthropy trying to catalyze...

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David Spergel Takes the Helm as President of the Simons Foundation

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07/01/2021

... Foundation co-founders Marilyn and Jim Simons. Since the philanthropy ’s launch in 1994, Marilyn Simons served as ... Spergel says, “and it’s an exciting opportunity to build on and extend what they’ve already...

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28 Jan 2016

Artful Aging: How the Arts Are Transforming Aging

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9:00am to 11:00am

... taking place in libraries, museums, adult residential communities , and health care facilities The role philanthropy might play in supporting this movement ...

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Jonathan Horowitz of The Klarman Family Foundation Wins 2021 JJ Greenberg Memorial Award

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04/01/2021

... and have demonstrated extraordinary leadership in Jewish philanthropy . As director of National and Democracy ... serves on the cross-organizational managers team, where he helps to plan and improve...

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