Our Mission
We strive to improve the quality of life for underserved communities everywhere.
Our Vision
We envision a world where civic innovation, community solutions, and excellence in public service are cultivated and celebrated.
Our Values
Celebration
We recognize dedication and excellence, internally and externally.
Excellence
We have high expectations for ourselves and our partners and are dedicated to delivering quality programs and services.
Timeliness
FCNY’s work often can’t wait. We get you what you need for your deadlines, full stop.
Empathy
We know that making change in your community isn’t always frictionless. We’re here to listen, understand, and help.
Diversity
Reflected in our staff, the organizations we work with, and the initiatives we support, the Fund is committed to fostering an environment of equity, inclusion and multiculturalism.
Dynamism
The Fund has been around for over 50 years, but its processes and offerings have evolved and adapted over time to address the changing needs of local communities and government agencies.
Scaling Our Model
Reflected in our staff, the organizations we work with, and the initiatives we support, the Fund is committed to fostering an environment of equity, inclusion and multiculturalism.
Fund for the City of New York
Founded by the Ford Foundation in 1968, the Fund for the City of New York has worked with local government agencies and organizations to use innovative solutions to solve New York City problems.
National Center for Civic Innovation
The work of the National Center for Civic Innovation includes initiatives that spring from work of FCNY that are applicable elsewhere as well as new initiatives that can be tested and operated throughout the country.
International Institute for Community Solutions
Since the founding of the Fund for the City of New York in 1968, cities, states and community-based organizations in Europe, Latin America, and Asia, among others, have approached the Fund for assistance in helping them adopt and adapt many of the Fund’s initiatives, most of which were begun in New York City.