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New York Life Foundation and the Afterschool Alliance Open Competitive Grant Program to Help Middle School Youth in Out-of-School Time Programs

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12/13/2018

... underserved 8th graders reach the 9th grade on time and prepared for high school level work. In 2019, 26 awards will ... development opportunities for OST staff. In addition, 16 grantees from last year will...

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New York Life Foundation

Building Trust and Following the Field

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02/11/2020

... the field.” We pride ourselves on the fact that we are non-directive funders — we would never dictate to a ... that our knowledge only goes so far, and that those who are working on the ground will always have...

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The Jacob and Valeria Langeloth Foundation

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John Ruskay, Ph.D., to Step Down in June 2014 as Executive Vice President and CEO of UJA-Federation of New York

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05/01/2013

... "John has ensured that UJA-Federation has the financial resources to support the services provided by our beneficiary ... executive search for Dr. Ruskay's successor under the guidance of Board Chair...

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UJA-Federation of New York

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United Way of New York City Appoints Michael Carren as New Chief Strategy and Operating Officer

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01/15/2014

... Officer. Carren will transition into the role with the guidance of Elwanda Young , Senior Vice President and Chief ... will retire after 22 years with the organization. “We are grateful to Elwanda for her...

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United Way of New York City

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JPMorgan Chase & Co.

New Report from The Century Foundation: How the Federal Government Can Make Funding Accessible to Maternal Health Community-Based Organizations

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07/10/2023

... Executive Summary Community-based organizations (CBOs) are uniquely positioned to excel in providing maternal health ... health disparities is to ensure that CBOs have the resources they need to do their work...

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Charles H. Revson Foundation

Health

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The Century Foundation

Out of Print The Case for Philanthropic Support for Local Journalism in a Time of Market Upheaval

In a new report, Tony Proscio, of the Center for Strategic Philanthropy & Civil Society at the Sanford School of Public Policy at Duke University, explores the current landscape of local journalism, with a particular focus on the role that philanthropy could play in revitalizing the field.

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08 Oct 2019

Edgar Villanueva: Why Indigenous Wisdom Is Essential to Strengthening Philanthropy

Tuesday, October 8, 2019 -

3:00pm to 5:00pm

... current criticism and future opportunities for the field. Are institutions that control wealth inherently broken? Are ... for restoring balance and healing our divides using the guidance of...

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Roundtable Discussion

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Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

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Bloomberg Philanthropies, Ford Foundation, and the JPB Foundation Announce $1.2 Million Grant to Support the Fresh Air Fund’s New NYC Summer Spaces and Youth Employment Programs

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07/24/2020

... has been working closely with city agencies, with planning guidance from the NYC Department of Transportation. The Fund ...

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Freedom Together Foundation

Community Development

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Ford Foundation

After We Say Goodbye

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01/29/2010

... strategy. Rather, how we could best support our grantees always took—and continues to take—precedence. ... Giving While Living publication. For example, we are further narrowing our funding foci for our last...

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It’s OK to Pause and Think. In Fact, Please Do.

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10/04/2017

... demonstrate to government that there is a need and people are paying attention. So, make the announcement about your foundation’s commitment to give. But a timely ... “best practices in disaster philanthropy”...

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President's Message

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The Center for Disaster Philanthropy

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Council on Foundations

Philanthropic Responsibility in the Wake of the Killing of Jordan Neely

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05/12/2023

... its institutional power to advocate for and distribute resources to ensure the social safety net that includes ... philanthropy dedicating its full energy, time, and resources to build power with persistently...

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Recap: Embracing Risk to Lead With Courage - PNY’s 2026 Annual Learning Meeting

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04/23/2026

... of each session and what some of our members learned and are bringing back to their own organizations. The afternoon ... practical frameworks that help organizations stay prepared rather than reactive, the...

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Stephen McConnell Appointed Country Director for the United States at The Atlantic Philanthropies

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09/03/2012

... “I’m honored to have been offered this position. There are common themes that cut across Atlantic’s U.S. ... to be able to work with incredibly talented colleagues and grantees to effect transformative change...

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The Atlantic Philanthropies

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William T. Grant Foundation President Robert C. Granger to Retire in September 2013

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09/03/2012

... more effective through a strategic and focused use of our resources . He's also made us more relevant by connecting ... and leveraging the efforts of other funders and helping grantees working in shared...

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William T. Grant Foundation

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04 Oct 2012

Measuring and Strengthening Advocacy Capacity: Tools and Strategies

Thursday, October 4, 2012 -

2:45pm to 5:00pm

... component of success. A variety of strategies and tools are now available to assist funders in this process. A free ... Explore The specific skills, knowledge and resources needed for effective advocacy How...

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Atlantic Shows Support for Grassroots Organizing in Sandy-Affected Communities

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03/05/2013

... Sandy hit close to home. It impacted our New York-based grantees , our staff and our office building. In the aftermath ... the money is both well-spent and supports communities that are traditionally overlooked...

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Director of Older Adults Grants Departs Weinberg Foundation

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01/13/2016

... said Marcus. "The Foundation, by funding extraordinary grantees and services, is committed to allowing older adults ... this year, Marcus will launch Consultants for Community Resources , a consulting firm...

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The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Foundation

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Ms. Foundation Launches Public Voices Fellowship

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02/12/2016

... will provide a diverse cohort of 19 Ms. Foundation grantees with resources , skills, and access, in order to ensure their ideas ... greater conversations about gender in America. “We are...

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