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New York City

MWBE officer role on ballot to be added to the New York City charter

The position, now an appointed one served by Michael Garner, would be a permanent addition to City Hall, if approved by voters.

Nonprofits

New York non-profits among winners of NBCUniversal’s Local Impact Grants

Over $227,000 was awarded to providers in youth education, community engagement and the arts

Nonprofits

Bill de Blasio joins unveiling of The New York Foundling’s new mural

The former New York City mayor’s son Dante was the project manager on the artwork which made its debut at the Vital Brookdale supportive housing complex in Brownsville, Brooklyn.

Immigration

New York Community Trust and Robin Hood Foundation to invest $4 million in nonprofit migrant services

Both organizations have partnered to create the “Funds for the Newest New Yorkers.”

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Nonprofits

Funding community groups to help them create meaningful change

An interview with North Star Fund Executive Director Jennifer Ching

New York City

Overcoming ageism in the world of art

An interview with Marlena Vaccaro, curator and director of the Carter Burden Gallery.

Personality

Creating opportunities for youth, on and off the court

An interview with Udai Tambar, president and CEO of New York Junior Tennis & Learning.

Interviews & Profiles

Combating period poverty in New York City

An interview with Carrington Baker, founder and CEO of For Women, By Women, Period.

AdviceShow All

Perfect Your virtual and hybrid event fundraising: 5 Ideas

Use these best practices to supercharge your online fundraising strategies!

Nonprofits

Three onboarding best practices for post-COVID-19 hires

If your nonprofit’s onboarding process hasn’t undergone a refresh recently, consider these critical changes that will resonate with new employees.

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New York City

Officials sound the alarm on cuts to NYC contracts office

New York City isn’t paying nonprofits on time. The mayor wants to reduce contract services funding anyway.

Minority and women-owned businesses get tiny increase of NYC spending

Comptroller Brad Lander’s annual procurement report found that 5.3% of city contracts and purchase orders registered in Fiscal Year 2023 went to MWBEs, up from 5.2% in the previous fiscal year

Interviews & Profiles

How nonprofits benefit from Donor Advised Funds

With giving on a slow-down going into 2024, Sam Marks of FJC weighs in on how nonprofits can stay creative while attracting long-term investors

Nonprofits

The New York Community Trust awards more than $7.7 million to 39 nonprofits

Grants went to providers delivering migrant services, cancer care, supporting people with disabilities and the arts sector.

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Passenger Surcharge Provides Workers' Comp to Drivers: The Black Car Fund

See the training, resources and insurance provided to keep independent-contracted drivers safe.

Showing impact with St. Nicks Alliance and Change Capital Fund

Change Capital Fund invests in helping nonprofits demonstrate their impact, but the data collection to make that happen can be a heavy lift.

These are the FPWA's New York City budget priorities

We sat down with the leader of a leading nonprofit to discuss where the sector is at after the passage of the state budget.

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Opinion

Opinion: We do divorce wrong

The best way to protect against the harm of a marital split is not to push people to stay married at all costs, but instead to create legal systems that ensure a breakup is quick, simple and fair.

Opinion

Opinion: Building trust and embracing change

Reflecting on a year of leadership at SCO Family of Services

Nonprofits

Opinion: There’s an even better way for MacKenzie Scott to give her money away

Here’s how to resist the weakness of the will that lead to risks.