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Is Nonprofit Board Service Worth It? Reflections from a One-Time Skeptic

Release Date:

01/16/2014

... not surprised to be showered with flattery and pursued by people who hoped I might just write a check to support their ... a broader goal of building stronger, sustainable and just communities . My Living...

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Governance

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Surdna Foundation

03 Nov 2011

The American Economy, Manufacturing, and Sustainability

Thursday, November 3, 2011 -

10:00am to 2:00pm

Emerging from the dark grey smoke of political paralysis, chronic unemployment, increasing poverty and embarrassing wealth distribution are some new promising and hopeful themes—manufacturing growth, millions of unfilled good jobs, green...

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Supporting Emerging Leaders in the Field

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02/24/2015

... x221 if you have any questions about the program. And we hope to see you virtually at the information session! Best ...

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Leadership Development

Klarman Family Foundation Among Donors to Boston Public Schools Arts Expanision Initiative

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06/25/2019

... welcome to engage in the city’s thriving arts scene. I hope many of us are encouraged by our students who have ...

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Arts

Education

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The Klarman Family Foundation

First Phase of Love My Air Denver Program Measures Air Quality to Tackle Asthma Rates and Track Pollution with Support from Bloomberg Philanthropies

Release Date:

10/17/2019

... “So this is about educating and empowering school communities .” The pilot is the first phase in the Love My ...

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Children, Youth and Families

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Bloomberg Philanthropies

Cutting Through the Jargon: How the CARES Act Works for Nonprofits

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04/01/2020

... curve for private bankers should not be too steep (we hope ). Still, the SBA has until April 11 to announce its ...

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PNY News

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Public Policy

The Burke Foundation Announces the Launch of the New Jersey Maternal Infant Health Hub in Collaboration with the New Jersey Health Care Quality Institute

Release Date:

09/21/2022

... are attended by a midwife. By launching the MIH Hub, we hope to strengthen midwifery practice and promote birth ...

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Gender Justice

Health

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The Burke Foundation

Kristen M. Ruff

... Philanthropy Forum, New York Women's Foundation, Fund the People and Equity in the Center, and serves on the board of .....

Ann Raffel Joins John A. Hartford Foundation as Information Technology Officer

Release Date:

06/04/2012

... to now be able to support highly dedicated and capable people as they carry out the John A. Hartford Foundation ...

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13 Jun 2013

Disaster Grantmaking and Preparedness: The Role of Family Philanthropy

Thursday, June 13, 2013 -

2:30pm to 4:00pm

Webinar

Usually, disasters bring out the best in people . Donations to charities surge as television coverage ... in the long term, as rebuilding begins. As families and communities begin to clean up and consider how long...

Governor Cuomo Announces Members of Commission on Youth, Public Safety & Justice

Release Date:

04/09/2014

... the commission to "Raise the Age" and help to ensure young people become productive and successful adults. “It’s ... work to make the system fairer and safer for our youth and communities .”.....

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Appointments & Transitions

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Children, Youth and Families

Justice Reform

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The Tow Foundation

Arcus to Match Up to $50,000 in Give OUT Day Donations to Russia Freedom Fund

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05/12/2014

Arcus Foundation to match up to $50,000 in Give OUT Day donations to Russia Freedom Fund.

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Arcus Foundation

Anti-Poverty Research Study Launched in NY

Release Date:

05/18/2014

... out of the shared values and traditions for caring for people in need and the extensive reach of their combined ...

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Religion

Social Justice

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UJA-Federation of New York

Investment in Light Rail Program Helps Create Jobs, Stimulate Economy

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06/17/2014

... local economies and foster more equitable and resilient communities . In a post on the foundation’s website, Amy Kenyon, program officer for the Connecting People to Opportunity initiative, notes that “Ford was...

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Community Development

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Ford Foundation

Three Named Winners For Best Green Business Ideas In Western Balkans

Release Date:

07/31/2014

... will contribute to a better, more sustainable life for people in the Western Balkans. The awards program is ...

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Environment and Climate Change

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Rockefeller Brothers Fund

New After School Programs and Professional Development Bring Digital Literacy with Grants Totaling $414,000

Release Date:

10/31/2014

... also will be trained to use digital tools to educate young people in and out of school. One project, for example, lets ...

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Member News

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Children, Youth and Families

Education

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The New York Community Trust

RPA, Ford, MasterCard Foundation Among Funders Partnering with Foundation Center on Global Development

Release Date:

11/20/2014

... value philanthropy can bring in driving greater impact for people .... RPA, Ford, MasterCard Foundation Among Funders ...

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Philanthropic & Nonprofit Sectors

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International/Foreign Affairs

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Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors

Ford Foundation

New York Life Backs Save the Children's Relief Efforts in Nepal

Release Date:

05/04/2015

... Life community believes our obligation to be there for people when they need us most extends beyond our day-to-day ...

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Children, Youth and Families

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New York Life Foundation

Andrew W. Mellon Foundation Funds New Justice in Education Initiative

Release Date:

05/07/2015

... and allows us to develop stronger support networks for people who are or have been incarcerated. The grant also ... increases employment opportunities, and strengthens communities . The Justice-in-Education...