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The Century Foundation

24 Feb 2016

The Art of Moving Research to Impact

Wednesday, February 24, 2016 -

2:45pm to 5:00pm

... toward change? Join us for this program where foundations supporting public policy, scientific, and academic research ...

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28 Feb 2017

Prison Is The Most Unaffordable Housing

Tuesday, February 28, 2017 -

3:00pm to 5:00pm

... homelessness-to-prison cycle Initiatives philanthropy is supporting to decrease homelessness and bolster re-entry ...

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Housing and Homelessness

Justice Reform

Social Justice

Brooklyn Community Foundation to Award $600,000 to Outstanding Local Organizations

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03/31/2017

Eligible organizations are invited to apply online at www.SparkPrize.org starting Monday, April 10 through Friday, May 12.

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Brooklyn Org

18 Apr 2018

Immigrant Kids in School: Challenges, Progress and Potential

Wednesday, April 18, 2018 -

9:00am to 11:00am

New York City has always prided itself on being a city of immigrants. As federal immigration policy and practice undergo dramatic shifts, the City has labeled itself a safe haven for immigrants.

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Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

16 Jan 2020

A Balancing Act: Navigating Power in Our Capacity Building Efforts

Thursday, January 16, 2020 -

9:00am to 11:30am

As funders, we are committed to funding programs as well as strengthening the organizations that deliver these programs. Strategies to strengthening organizations can include general operating support and multi-year commitments as well as additional...

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Technical Assistance & Capacity Building

11 Dec 2020

Philanthropy 101: The Great Debates in Philanthropy

Friday, December 11, 2020 -

10:00am to 12:00pm

Join Philanthropy New York as we pit seasoned philanthropists, one-on-one, in robust debates around the philanthropic topics of the century. From general operating grants vs. restricted grants, to debate on the increase of foundation minumum payout...

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The Tow Foundation Launches New ‘Innovation Fund’

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09/27/2022

The Tow Foundation is pleased to announce that it has awarded a total of $1.5 million in grant funding to support 10 exciting nonprofit programs.

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The Tow Foundation

10 Apr 2025

Making Reporting Work: Aligning Grantmaking with Learning & Change - Part 2 of a Three-Part Series

Thursday, April 10, 2025 -

2:30pm to 3:45pm

Join our three-part virtual series, flipping the script on grant reporting, evolving the function into a more effective, learning-driven process. Traditional reporting often focuses on compliance and funder needs, limiting nonprofits' ability to...

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In order to achieve Philanthropy New York’s vision of an equitable, sustainable and democratic society we affirm that non-profit organizations and their constituents must build community power through effective advocacy and lobbying.

In order to achieve Philanthropy New York’s vision of an equitable, sustainable, and democratic society we affirm that non-profit organizations and their constituents must build community power through effective advocacy and lobbying....

Ford Foundation Appoints Achmat Dangor to Lead Its South Africa Office

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04/01/2013

... and economic rights and address the HIV epidemic. By supporting efforts to strengthen transparency and ...

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Ford Foundation

10 Sep 2012

The 2012 Election with MSNBC's Chris Hayes: Power Tools to Build a Better Democracy

Monday, September 10, 2012 -

2:45pm to 5:00pm

Philanthropy New York, 79 Fifth Ave., 4th floor, NYC

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...

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15 Jan 2013

Reframing the Debate Over Gun Violence: Advocacy and Education Efforts Working with Partners in Media

Tuesday, January 15, 2013 -

1:45pm to 5:45pm

Once again, the nation has been shocked by a mass shooting, this time at an elementary school in Newtown, Conn. where 20 young children and six educators lost their lives. This tragic incident has sparked a more widespread and profound demand for...

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Educational Foundation of America Welcomes New Staff Members

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09/04/2013

... at The American Music Center, a membership organization supporting the new music community, where she led multiple ...

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Education

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The Educational Foundation of America

Send Grad Students Our Way

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02/18/2015

Philanthropy New York is accepting applications from candidates completing or recently graduated from a masters-level or Ph.D. program in public policy, government, social work or related field of study for a two-year fellowship.

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PNY News

06 Oct 2015

When a Policy Win is Not Enough: Civic Engagement After the Big Win

Tuesday, October 6, 2015 -

2:45pm to 5:00pm

... effective to reach women at the margins? Is philanthropy supporting the kinds of civic engagement that work best? ...

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Public Policy

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04 Dec 2015

Catching Up: What High Schools Are Doing to Move Kids from Elementary Knowledge to College Ready

Friday, December 4, 2015 -

9:15am to 11:30am

Almost a quarter of our New York City kids do not graduate from high school. Thousands come in far behind and the system is not meeting their needs.

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Asked and Answered, With Implications for Philanthropy

Release Date:

12/16/2015

... now entitled to, philanthropy could play a vital role in supporting those educational efforts. Lastly, it was clear ...

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