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.
... efficient and accountable, ensuring nonprofits have the resources they need to deliver their critical services ... an already pressing situation as New York faces widespread mental ...
... been shown to have significant negative effects on the health and well-being of immigrants and their families. ... of impact can include loss of income, degradation of mental health , and loss...
... narrow the capital gap attributable to longstanding racial disparities and provide equitable access to the capital resources required to gain power, autonomy, and impact for ... or preservation of more than...
... middle-aged whites reported worsening self-reported health status, greater levels of pain, increased difficulty with activities of daily living, and more mental health problems. In January...
... identity; Protecting the rights of immigrants; Increasing health insurance enrollment to ensure continued coverage; Providing mental health and emotional support to affected individuals and...
... ways. They can contribute to evidence-based programs and services that improve opportunities for the disadvantaged. ... funding agencies, such as the National Institutes of Health , on the other hand, support...
... joined a panel moderated by Rob Lott, Deputy Editor of Health Affairs Journal, for the recent program, “ ... system, including a rapidly aging population, increases in mental health needs,...
by Ellen Liu , Director, Women’s Health , Ms. Foundation for Women Women have a lot to ... advocacy efforts to ensure that women and women’s health services are a central part of implementation of...
... in New York City The New York City Council Committee on Health , Committee on Hospitals, and Committee on Women and ... New York to add to the evidence base of racial and ethnic disparities in maternal ...
... to supplement personal instruction and guidance by home health nursing professionals. The second product of a ... do not have the training or access to easy-to-understand resources to safely maintain the lines...
New York State invests enormous resources in our cities. Despite these significant resources , ... crime, high unemployment, low graduation rates, persistent health problems and other indicia of...
... Fellows will be working on: multimedia educational resources on race and equity in intellectual property law, a ... about Pedro, an aspiring social worker striving to provide mental health...
... impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and the resulting public health and economic crises, have forcibly brought a number of ... - ranging from racialized health and educational disparities to the...
... communities across the United States. After working with health departments in six states to deliver an initial one ... tool with which state governments and others can pool resources , providing an “all-in”...
... application process for supportive housing for adults with mental health and substance use disorders who are without a ... their voices heard on issues ranging from gender-based disparities...