We would like to thank the following individuals for serving as Board Chairs: 1979–1980 John R. Coleman, President, The Edna McConnell Clark Foundation 1981–1982 Jane Lee Eddy, Executive Director, Taconic Foundation 1983–1984 Arnold Shore, Senior...
Meeting Summary Storify collection from "Money and Power in Post-Election America." The conference's Breakout Sessions were not livestreamed, and the live Tweets from the sessions enable us to...
New York City modified its 100-year old zoning law this month in order to promote energy efficiency and the installation of solar and other renewable power technology. Called Zone Green, it is recognized as the nation’s boldest green building plan...
The United States population is now comprised of 34% people of color, and by 2042 our nation will be over 50% people of color. We are truly the most diverse nation in the world, and founded on the principles of equality and inclusion. But today’s...
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Chris Hayes, News Host at MSNBC, will be leading a dynamic discussion focusing on philanthropy’s role in enabling all U.S. citizens to engage more deeply in the information they need to participate in democracy. How can foundations support the...
Despite effective treatments and increased testing, HIV is still a threat in New York City — but there are promising initiatives to increase the number of individuals who know their status and receive timely medical care and related support. The NYC...
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Over the last several years, policymakers, educators, and philanthropy have increasingly highlighted the challenge of maintaining a college educated work force in the US: both the economy and American society increasingly require more than a high...
A program presented by Philanthropy Connects , the public policy committee of Philanthropy New York, together with The Blue Ridge Foundation , The Brooklyn Community Foundation , and The New York Community Trust . WHO SHOULD...
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Public Policy Communicators NYC is an informal group of nonprofit and foundation communications executives that has been meeting roughly bimonthly over the past five years to explore contemporary, practical topics to improve our work. Whether it’s...
For decades, low-and middle-income workers' wages and benefits have failed to keep up with an ever-increasing cost of living, decreasing the social well-being of millions. Income and wealth disparities have become severe and corrosive to the dream...
Media Impact Funders recaps our PNY event on the fraught relationship between democracy and media and the critical role foundations play in ensuring that our media system serves our democracy.
We’re pleased to share the Storify recap of our October 25 half-day convening on how philanthropy can support ongoing rebuilding efforts in the communities affected by Hurricane Sandy.