Join us on April 30th for an inspiring evening with Dr. Amada Santiago, a first-generation immigrant and esteemed scholar in Latin American and Latinx Studies. Born in the Dominican Republic and raised in the Bronx, Dr. Santiago’s journey is one of perseverance and dedication to education. Her work highlights the realities faced by migrant youth and their … Continued
The Inspirame Latina Foundation warmly invites women in leadership to come together on April 2nd for an empowering session on conquering imposter syndrome and embracing your true potential. This is your exclusive invitation to meet six trailblazing women who are redefining leadership, entrepreneurship, and empowerment. Our Esteemed Panelists: Julissa Alvarez, an influential leader whose … Continued
The Fund for the City of New York proudly announces the 2024 winners of the Sloan Awards for Excellence in Teaching Science and Mathematics. For 15 years, these awards have honored New York City public high school educators who inspire and guide their students toward futures in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). This year, … Continued
Over the last two decades, our President, Dr. Lisette Nieves and her team have driven notable and impactful leadership development initiatives with cross-sectoral leaders and organizations across the country. We are excited to share that she is continuing to build on this work by leading significant capacity building initiatives at Fund for the City of … Continued
The Fund for the City of New York is thrilled to invite you to a special Meet & Greet event featuring Lucria Ortiz, the dynamic new President & CEO of The Opportunity Network (OppNet). About Lucria Ortiz Lucria Ortiz is a visionary leader whose career spans over 20 years across non-profit, government, and legal sectors. … Continued
Join fellow nonprofit and public sector researchers, policymakers, practitioners and thought leaders for a full-day conference dedicated to cross-sector problem solving. Cross-sector innovators break down silos, bridge divides, and find new and creative ways to approach challenges that would be impossible to solve by any single sector or discipline alone. The benefits of cross-sector innovation … Continued
The Fund for the City of New York invites you to an inspiring book talk with John Mogulescu, author of “The Dean of New Things: Bringing Change to CUNY and New York City.” Join us on February 6th to hear from an educational trailblazer who helped redefine the City University of New York. About … Continued
The Criminal Justice Symposium, hosted at the prestigious New York Law School Event Center, promises an enlightening exploration of the conditions behind bars. Join us on a journey to unveil the truths that lie within our justice system on February 1, 2024, from 3-5 pm. Why Attend? Enhancing Public Awareness: The primary purpose of … Continued
In the ranks of military excellence, few stories resonate with the bravery and endurance exemplified by the Borinqueneers during the Korean War. The 65th Infantry Regiment, primarily composed of Puerto Rican soldiers, stood out for their exceptional bravery and discipline under challenging conditions, overcoming barriers of language and racial discrimination. Their heroic actions ranged … Continued
The Mayor’s Office of Contract Services (MOCS) and the Fund for the City of New York are holding a PASSPort Roadshow on Monday, November 13, 2023, from 10:00am − 11:30am. Learn about PASSPort’s key changes and impacts, view a system preview, and learn how MOCS will support you during this transition. The Roadshow session will … Continued
Congratulations to Dr. Lisette Nieves, President of the Fund for the City of New York, for being named a Top Woman Leader of New York for 2023! Her dedication to public service and her remarkable educational journey are an inspiration to us all. Lisette’s impact on community development and education sets a stellar example for … Continued
This Friday, don’t miss out! Join us for the third Community Planning Fellow Alumni Network Panel. At this event, the current cohort of Community Planning Fellows will have the incredible opportunity to learn from former fellows. They will share their valuable fellowship experiences, offer career guidance, and provide insights into the future of urban planning. … Continued