Policy

News

Report: 50% of working-age households do not meet the minimum cost of living

The alarming statistic is up from 36% in 2021, according to the study.

Fundraising

Funding

Hispanic Federation Gala raises over $3 million

The money raised will go towards supporting programming across 42 states and Puerto Rico

Nonprofits

News

Donald Glover makes surprise visit to Good Shepherd Services graduation

The actor, comedian and rapper surprised all at the nonprofit’s Mentored Internship Program ceremony

News

Nonprofits throw support behind Hochul’s latest pick for chief judge

The governor’s second nominee has received a much warmer reception after her failed bid for Hector LaSalle.

News

Report: Volunteerism declines at nonprofits as demand for services rises post-COVID-19

Organizations at the same time have struggled with staffing and financial issues, according to the survey.

affordable housing

News

Nonprofit to incorporate green strategies in affordable housing efforts

Local Initiatives Support Corporation is setting out to combat climate change

Education

News

Report calls for renewed funding for CUNY-wide college success program

Accelerate, Complete, and Engage has in some cases boosted graduation rates by about 18%.

News

NYC schools expand access to sports for students with disabilities

The expansion comes through a partnership with Special Olympics New York.

News

Attorneys for children press for increased funding in state budget

Attorneys are looking for a $15 million increase they say will provide better quality services for children

News

Public defenders and legal service providers rally for increased city funding

City funded defense attorneys say they aren’t getting paid enough and are losing staff.

Funding

Nonprofit hits $100M fundraising milestone

New York Road Runners’ Team for Kids will use the money for free youth and community programs.

Events

News

New York Nonprofit Media’s 2023 Nonprofit BoardCon tackles DEI

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion were big topics at the annual event, which returned to Hebrew Union College with a robust schedule of panels focused on best practices

Mental Health

News

Advocates call on Hochul for more funding to address child mental health

Campaign for Healthy Minds wants $500 million of $1 billion in behavioral health funding in the governor’s executive budget earmarked for children and families.

News

Thrive Collective advocates for art education and resiliency

The nonprofit's effort to #BringArtBack has created 300 murals throughout New York City public schools.

News

Report: The Bronx faces greatest barriers overall for children’s well-being

Citizens Committee for Children releases its annual report outlining the current state of children’s well-being in each county of New York’s counties.

Nonprofits

News

Nonprofit focused on after school success holds symposium to address NYC youth needs during COVID-19 recovery

The half-day event held by the Partnership for After School Education brought together 60 education stakeholders from across the city and state.

Nonprofits

News

Symposium discusses solutions to homelessness and mental illness in New York

Experts gathered at the event sponsored by HELP USA and hosted by City & State to discuss policies and practices to improve housing and mental health services for the unhoused.

Nonprofits

Funding

DYCD hosts second event in support of faith-based nonprofits

The agency offered information on how organizations can seek city funding.

Nonprofits

Funding

Mother Cabrini Health foundation awards $165 million in grants

The funding will address the health-related needs of low-income New Yorkers.