The Philanthropic Landscape: The State of Multi-Year Funding
Publication date:
11/2012
... 2012, NCRP recalled a previous version of the study after learning of a programming error from the data source. This ...
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Beyond the Renovation: The Other Exciting Changes at The New York Public Library
Release Date:
06/03/2013
Our recent funder tour of The New York Public Library gave our members a chance to learn more about the upcoming renovations to their historic 42nd Street location. NYPL President and CEO Anthony Marx talks about the other changes taking place —...
Bridging the Knowledge Gap About Grantmaking for People with Disabilities
Release Date:
11/04/2010
On October 19th, Philanthropy New York held a collaborative program to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act and provide funders with an opportunity to learn more about the Disability Funders Network and inclusive...
Responding to Haitian Devastation, At Home
Release Date:
08/13/2010
In the wake of the Haitian earthquake, the New York State Health Foundation (NYSHealth) worked to find a way to help victims of the disaster—and at the same time follow its mission to improve the health of New Yorkers.
The Storm Surge and Impact of Sandy on Communities in Northern New Jersey
Release Date:
06/13/2013
At the end of May, the Council of New Jersey Grantmakers held a bus tour that visited storm-affected communities in Northern New Jersey — an opportunity for funders from around the region to learn more from experts involved in the recovery and...
Capacity Building Across Borders: Philanthropy New York’s International Grantmakers Network
Release Date:
02/07/2012
Philanthropy New York members recently participated in the first session of our International Grantmakers Network program series, an opportunity to focus on how funders define and approach capacity building in an international context and to learn...
The Effective Exit: Managing the End of a Funding Relationship
Publication date:
05/2013
In grantmaking, is there such a thing as the good goodbye? Yes, say contributors to this guide, who have found ways to plan for exits upfront, clarify expectations with grantee organizations, and overcome the tensions that so often arise. Learn how to use the end of a funding relationship to boost a grantee's capacity, find new sources of support, and even multiply the value of the foundation’s investment.
Executive Transitions: Grantmakers and Nonprofit Leadership Change
Publication date:
03/2006
Even for seasoned funders, supporting leadership transitions can be a tricky business. Where is the fine line between helping and intruding? What interventions work? And how can a grantmaker play a constructive role? Learn how grantmakers take up the transition challenge, engage with boards, support new CEOs, and help grantees use the moment to go in promising new directions.
Scanning the Landscape
Publication date:
04/2004
... a new program or contemplating a shift in strategy. Using learning networks, grant makers are starting to scan ...
Four charter schools will be launched under initiative started by Mayor Bloomberg
Release Date:
03/05/2013
The state Education Department has received applications to open the schools as part of the mayor’s Young Men’s Initiative, which is funded by Bloomberg Philanthropies and the Open Society Foundations.
The Transformative Power of Philanthropy
Release Date:
05/09/2013
The fourth in a series of Rockefeller Foundation President Judith Rodin’s reflections on the unique strengths and enduring lessons of 100 years of strategic philanthropy.
Looking at IRS 990 Forms
Publication date:
03/2012
Participants learned what information can be gleaned from the 990 form and what has changed within the form since prior years.
Harnessing Collaborative Technologies: Helping Funders Work Together Better
Publication date:
11/2013
This report helps funders learn about the different phases of collaboration and online tools that can help them advance all types of sharing, coordination, and cooperation. The research included an extensive literature review on collaboration in philanthropy, detailed analyses of trends from a Foundation Center survey of the largest U.S. foundations, interviews with 37 leading philanthropy professionals and technology experts, and a review of more than 170 online tools. A companion “interactive tool finder” aids the search for technology solutions.
Opening Up: Demystifying Funder Transparency
Publication date:
01/2014
... duplication of effort, and build communities of shared learning . GrantCraft organized the content into five topical ...
Brooklyn Community Foundation, OSF and New York Foundation Tapped for 2015 NCRP Impact Awards
Release Date:
04/07/2015
The National Committee for Responsive Philanthropy annually honors funders for their high-impact grantmaking.
Doris Duke Artist Awards Announced
Release Date:
05/03/2016
... professional development activities and peer-to-peer learning opportunities provided by Creative Capital, DDCF’s ...
Century Foundation Promotes ‘Realistic Steps’ on Gun Violence
Release Date:
06/15/2016
The country was horrified this weekend to learn of the massacre in Orlando affecting the LGBT and Latino communities, now known as the worst mass shooting in American history.
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Planning a Meeting? The Do’s and Don’ts - Webinar
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... Join PSFG for this webinar, where Philanthropy New York's Learning Services team will share step-by-step guidelines to ... meeting. On this webinar, Philanthropy New York’s Learning Services team will...
Supported by Carnegie, Global Religious Leaders to Talk Peace at Drew
Release Date:
07/11/2016
Religious leaders from across the globe are uniting at Drew University in New Jersey this month to learn about the latest techniques in conflict mediation and peacemaking.
Model Partnerships for Impact: The Cricket Island Foundation and Communities United
Release Date:
10/12/2016
... Island Foundation and Communities United The focus on learning , rather than achieving pre-determined metrics, ...