We’re proud to share that President Lisette Nieves has been named a 2025 Vanguard for Social Justice by the McSilver Institute at NYU! Lisette’s leadership and dedication to equity and public service continue to create lasting change for New Yorkers and beyond. Congratulations to her and fellow honorees Nathaniel M. Fields, Mara Gay, and Hon. Ronald … Continued
Life is full of challenges, but what if those challenges could become the foundation for joy and resilience? On April 23, 2025, Beatriz Fritschler, author of Embody Joy: A Woman’s Journey of Reconnection with Her Body joins us to share how she accomplished just that. Beatriz’s personal memoir recounts her journey from navigating societal … Continued
Education has the power to transform lives, but too often, systemic barriers prevent students from reaching their full potential. How can we continue advocating for policies that ensure all students, regardless of background, have access to a quality education? How can we mobilize resources, fund critical initiatives, and create real opportunities for change? Join us … Continued
As many of you know, we are exploring the ways that new technology, including AI tools like Microsoft Copilot or ChatGPT, can help us better accomplish our mission in challenging times. We are partnering with a nonprofit effort called the AI for Nonprofits Sprint, operating out of the Fund for the City of New York, to … Continued
As many of you know, we are exploring the ways that new technology, including AI tools like Microsoft Copilot or ChatGPT, can help us better accomplish our mission in challenging times. We are partnering with a nonprofit effort called the AI for Nonprofits Sprint, operating out of the Fund for the City of New York, to … Continued
As many of you know, we are exploring the ways that new technology, including AI tools like Microsoft Copilot or ChatGPT, can help us better accomplish our mission in challenging times. We are partnering with a nonprofit effort called the AI for Nonprofits Sprint, operating out of the Fund for the City of New York, to … Continued
Join us on January 23rd for an evening with award-winning graphic novelist Edgardo Miranda-Rodriguez, the creative force behind the critically acclaimed and bestselling superhero series La Borinqueña. Who is Edgardo Miranda-Rodriguez? Edgardo Miranda-Rodriguez is a trailblazer in the world of graphic novels, recognized for his groundbreaking work, La Borinqueña. This Afro-Puerto Rican superhero embodies the … Continued
Join us in recognizing exceptional STEM educators in NYC high schools. Nominate a dedicated science or math teacher for the Sloan Award today!
Thank you to everyone who joined us at the iconic New-York Historical Society to celebrate the 2024 Sloan Public Service Award Winners. The evening was a truly inspirational occasion, honoring six extraordinary civil servants whose talent, resilience, ingenuity, and unwavering commitment exemplify the very best of our public sector workforce. We are delighted to share … Continued
On December 4th, Fund President, Lisette Nieves, joined Working for a Future: Equity and Access in Work-Based Learning for Young People co-author Becca Huntting at the “On the Job: Maximizing Work-Based Learning for Career Development” panel at the 2024 NYCETC Conference. Moderated by Jonathan Bowles, this engaging panel explored how work-based learning programs can empower individuals … Continued
Join the Fund for the City of New York as we announce and celebrate this year’s six extraordinary Sloan Public Service Award honorees. When: Thursday November 21, 2024 Where: New York Historical Society 170 Central Park West, NYC 10024 Time: 5:30pm-8:30pm Register Now
Join us on November 18, 2024 for a book talk with Dr. Elaine Ruiz Lopez, author of The Fight for Equity in the Bronx: Changing Lives and Transforming Communities, One Scholar at a Time. About the Author Born and raised in the South Bronx, Dr. Ruiz Lopez faced significant barriers, including systemic inequities and … Continued