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Category: Blogs
Introducing the Next Wave of Community Leaders: 2024-2025 Community Planning Fellows
We’re thrilled to help develop the future leaders of urban innovation and civic engagement by announcing the 2024-2025 Community Planning Fellows Cohort: Akwasi Agyeman Mateo Alexander Leah Barazani Madeline Ahn Brandfonbrener Malak Diouri Zoë Evans XuanXuan Huang Jake Iaccino Oranette Johnson Isabel Jordan Lauren Leiker David Ludwig Emma McCauley Lakeisha Quarles Gabriela Ramos Zev … Continued
Noel S. Anderson, Ph.D. Joins as New Scholar in Residence
We are thrilled to announce that Noel S. Anderson, Ph.D., has joined Fund for the City of New York as our new Scholar in Residence! Dr. Anderson, Clinical Professor of Educational Leadership and Policy Studies, brings over 25 years of leadership experience in public and private sectors, including significant roles at New York University and … Continued
WISE Executive Director, Daisy Khan, Releases “30 Rights of Muslim Women”
Founder and Executive Director of Women’s Islamic Initiative in Spirituality and Equality (WISE), Daisy Khan, has released a new book “30 Rights of Muslim Women.” The book aims to educate women on how to express their rights within Islam. The most effective means of improving Muslim women’s lives is connecting them to their deeply … Continued
In Memoriam of Debby Lee Cohen
We are saddened to share the passing of Debby Lee Cohen, Founder and Executive Director of partner project Cafeteria Culture. Through her commitment to achieve equitable zero waste in NYC public schools, Debby Lee paved the way for New York City’s 2019 and New York State’s 2022 foam bans. With passion, leadership, and immense kindness, … Continued
Announcing the 2024 Winners of the Sloan Award for Excellence in Teaching Science & Mathematics
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
February 22-25, 2024: Rising Leaders Program Retreat
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
Dr. Lisette Nieves named as a 2023 Top Woman Leader of New York by Women We Admire
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
Welcoming the Future Generation of Community Leaders: 2023-2024 Community Planning Fellows
We’re thrilled to help develop the future leaders of urban innovation and civic engagement by announcing the 2023-2024 Community Planning Fellows Cohort: Ana Maria Arpi Soda Bizimana Alicia Blandon Lucina Chavez-Rosique Shadeen Dixon Mariam Eliasu Nina Farahanchi Isis Moon Gamble Anastasia Hediger Henry Kanengiser Nastazia Kielar Paige Kloss Tal Litwin Saba Mahmood Zarrin … Continued
NYC Mayor Eric Adams Proclaims July 18th, 2023 the Fund for the City of New York Day
During the 55th Anniversary Reception for the Fund for the City of New York, NYC Mayor Eric Adams presented a proclamation declaring Tuesday, July 18th, 2023 as the Fund for the City of New York Day in the City of New York. Read the full proclamation below: Whereas, New York is the proud home … Continued
Embracing Equity: International Women’s Day 2023
The Fund is proud to support several women-empowering groups who #EmbraceEquity by celebrating women’s achievements, educating and raising awareness for women’s equality, advocating for gender parity, and offering resources, access, and connections that are vital to the well-being and livelihood of countless women in New York and around the world. Today, we honor these: Coalition … Continued
Celebrating Rev. Dr. Alfonso Wyatt
We had an incredible evening of reflection, laughter, and tears at last night’s reception for Rev. Dr. Alfonso Wyatt, hosted by Aldrin Bonilla. Thank you for your many years of service at the Fund and for all you do for your countless mentees.“My job is to launch out into the deep. We’ve got an old … Continued