We’re thrilled to help develop the future leaders of urban innovation and civic engagement by announcing the 2023-2024 Community Planning Fellows Cohort: Ana Maria Arpi Soda Bizimana Alicia Blandon Lucina Chavez-Rosique Shadeen Dixon Mariam Eliasu Nina Farahanchi Isis Moon Gamble Anastasia Hediger Henry Kanengiser Nastazia Kielar Paige Kloss Tal Litwin Saba Mahmood Zarrin … Continued
This Labor Day, we’d like to highlight a few partner projects that are helping to advance the economic well-being of workers in various fields. Coalition for Women in Journalism Established in March 2017, the Coalition for Women in Journalism is the first global support network for women journalists; its mentorship program and advocacy for … Continued
During the 55th Anniversary Reception for the Fund for the City of New York, NYC Mayor Eric Adams presented a proclamation declaring Tuesday, July 18th, 2023 as the Fund for the City of New York Day in the City of New York. Read the full proclamation below: Whereas, New York is the proud home … Continued
Join us at the Fund on Tuesday, July 25th, at 6 p.m. for an engaging event on financial literacy organized by the 2023 Summer Interns. Our esteemed experts will share valuable tips tailored to young adults. This event welcomes individuals of all ages. Fill out my online form.
In honor of Independence Day, we’d like to shine a light on a few partner projects that exemplify the United States’ greatest strength: its diversity. Diaspora Despierta In 2017, shortly after Hurricane María, Dianne Morales launched a campaign to fund grassroots groups on the island- what started as a small effort to raise $5K quickly … Continued
On this Juneteenth, we want to highlight a few of our amazing partner projects that work toward racial justice and inclusion. If you’re interested in learning more about them and our other 80+ partner projects, please visit the partner project directory. Brooklyn Movement Center Brooklyn Movement Center (BMC) is a Black-led, membership-based organization of … Continued
The 2023 winners represent a diverse cross section of public servants whose work, commitment and dedication are essential to the functioning and vitality of New York City. (New York, NY, May 15, 2023) – Today, the Fund for the City of New York (Fund) announced the winners of the 2023 Sloan Public Service Awards. Referred … Continued
On May 24, 2023, Fund President, Lisette Nieves, will give keynote remarks and join NYN Media in presenting the inaugural Nonprofit Trailblazers Awards. The awards recognize those who have made significant contributions to make New York a better and safer place to live through their commitment to charity, diversity, environmentalism, sustainability, and governance. To … Continued
Please join Karen Ford, Executive Director Mayor’s Office for Nonprofit Services, this Tuesday, April 18th from 1:00pm-2:00pm to hear more about the priorities of the Mayor’s Office for Nonprofit Services and an update on the reforms to the City’s procurement and contracting system. During this session hosted by the Mayor’s Office for Nonprofit Services, they will share … Continued
The Fund’s 55th Anniversary Cross-Sector Innovation Conference was a huge success! We’d like to extend our gratitude to everyone who attended and participated last week. We would also like to express our appreciation to everyone who has partnered and collaborated with us over the past 55 years. Check out these highlights from the event:
Update: Registration for the conference is now closed. Please join the waitlist below if you would still like to attend. We are excited to host a national conference in partnership with New York University on April 4, 2023, that will highlight the legacy of the Fund, but also look towards the future of what … Continued
The Fund is proud to support several women-empowering groups who #EmbraceEquity by celebrating women’s achievements, educating and raising awareness for women’s equality, advocating for gender parity, and offering resources, access, and connections that are vital to the well-being and livelihood of countless women in New York and around the world. Today, we honor these: Coalition … Continued