“More Than Just a Check.” This Funder Couples Cash and Professional Support to Help Artists Thrive

“More Than Just a Check.” This Funder Couples Cash and Professional Support to Help Artists Thrive

Creative Capital recently announced the winners of its latest round of awards, totaling $2.5 million. With a heightened focus on equity and accessibility, the funder is helping dozens of artists advance their careers.

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An Overview of the G.A. Ackermann Memorial Fund’s New York City Funding

An Overview of the G.A. Ackermann Memorial Fund’s New York City Funding

Mary A. Ackermann established the fund in her will to support health and human services programming for underserved populations. Here are the essential details to know about the G.A. Ackerman Memorial Fund.

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A “Pretty Severe Education” in Raising Capital Dollars: What It Took to Get NYC’s Civic Hall Funded

A “Pretty Severe Education” in Raising Capital Dollars: What It Took to Get NYC’s Civic Hall Funded

Civic Hall, an 85,000-square-foot collaborative work and training facility, opened to the public on November 1. We heard from cofounder Andrew Rasiej about his seven-year effort to bring the project to fruition.

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Why This Billionaire Investor Was Moved to Give “Songs of Love” to Sick Kids

Why This Billionaire Investor Was Moved to Give “Songs of Love” to Sick Kids

Songs of Love connects children facing serious health conditions with musicians who compose original songs for them. We talked with Leon Cooperman about why he backs the organization, and his wider philanthropy.

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A Conversation with Richard Buery, CEO of the Robin Hood Foundation

A Conversation with Richard Buery, CEO of the Robin Hood Foundation

The Robin Hood Foundation is one of New York’s leading antipoverty funders. We spoke with its CEO, Richard Buery, about his experiences growing up in the city and how they led to his current role.

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Jim and Marilyn Simons Just Doubled a Public University's Endowment. More Mega Gifts to Come?

Jim and Marilyn Simons Just Doubled a Public University's Endowment. More Mega Gifts to Come?

The megadonor couple just committed $500 million to Stony Brook University in New York. Is this a sign of more huge gifts down the road? And can other states learn from New York’s higher ed endowment matching program?

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Where Have Daniel and Jane Och Been Giving Lately? Here's an Overview

Where Have Daniel and Jane Och Been Giving Lately? Here's an Overview

Hedge fund billionaire Daniel Och and his wife Jane have been prominent givers in New York City, backing Jewish organizations, spinal health, charter schools and more. Here’s a rundown and some recent developments.

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35 Years Later, What's New With NYC Anti-Poverty Giant Robin Hood?

35 Years Later, What's New With NYC Anti-Poverty Giant Robin Hood?

Since 1988, the Robin Hood Foundation has channeled Wall Street wealth to Gotham’s needy to the tune of $3 billion. Here’s a peek at the funder’s current outlook as it focuses on relief, recovery and rebuilding after COVID.

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How Philanthropy Is Pushing for an Age-Friendly New Jersey

How Philanthropy Is Pushing for an Age-Friendly New Jersey

The Garden State’s been lagging behind the Empire State on efforts to foster age-inclusive communities. As New Jersey’s population grows older, these funders are looking to change that.

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A Family Foundation Tapping a Fast Food Fortune Just Got a Lot Richer. Here’s What to Expect

A Family Foundation Tapping a Fast Food Fortune Just Got a Lot Richer. Here’s What to Expect

The foundation of Peter Buck and his wife Carmen, both deceased, recently inherited a 50% stake in Subway, which could be worth billions. Here’s what we know about the family’s philanthropy and interests.

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How the Debs Foundation Pursues Philanthropy in New York

How the Debs Foundation Pursues Philanthropy in New York

To help New York nonprofits get familiar with the local giving of Richard Debs and his wife, Barbara, here’s some important information to know about the Debs Foundation.

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Who Runs the Dds Foundation and What Does It Support?

Who Runs the Dds Foundation and What Does It Support?

With a name like the Dds Foundation, you might be wondering what type of philanthropy this is and who’s behind it. Here are some important details to keep in mind about this New York-based grantmaker.

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How John and Kiendl Gordon Pursue Their Philanthropy in New York City

How John and Kiendl Gordon Pursue Their Philanthropy in New York City

Businessman John R. Gordon gives through a philanthropic foundation he founded with his wife, Kiendl. Here’s what we know about the New York City-focused John R. & Kiendl Dauphinot Gordon Fund.

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How Daniel and Bonnie Tisch Support New York Nonprofits Through the Damial Foundation

How Daniel and Bonnie Tisch Support New York Nonprofits Through the Damial Foundation

Here's what nonprofits should know about the Tisch family and how they award grants in New York City through their Damial Foundation.

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What Does the Irma L. and Abram S. Croll Charitable Trust Support in NYC?

What Does the Irma L. and Abram S. Croll Charitable Trust Support in NYC?

Here are a few things to know about the Irma L. and Abram S. Croll Charitable Trust’s approach to grantmaking and how NYC grantseekers can get involved with this funder.

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How the Joyce and Daniel Cowin Foundation Gives in New York City

How the Joyce and Daniel Cowin Foundation Gives in New York City

Here are a few things NYC nonprofits should know about the Joyce and Daniel Cowin Foundation and what it prioritizes at the local level.

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Inside Real Estate Mogul Frederick Elghanayan’s Grantmaking in New York

Inside Real Estate Mogul Frederick Elghanayan’s Grantmaking in New York

The Corner Foundation was founded on a real estate fortune in New York City. Here’s some information about this locally-focused funder and its founders, Frederick and Diana Elghanayan.

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A Look at How and Where the Leon and Toby Cooperman Family Foundation Gives

A Look at How and Where the Leon and Toby Cooperman Family Foundation Gives

Here’s a look at the Leon and Toby Cooperman Family Foundation’s local giving, centered on New York and New Jersey, and how nonprofits can get connected.

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What the Continental Grain Foundation Supports in New York and Beyond

What the Continental Grain Foundation Supports in New York and Beyond

Here are some details about what the Continental Grain Foundation supports in New York and elsewhere, and how much grantees are getting from this corporate funder.

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Three Facts About the Community Foundation of Orange and Sullivan

Three Facts About the Community Foundation of Orange and Sullivan

The Community Foundation of Orange and Sullivan is a community funder in New York that has been operating since 1999. To help nonprofits get to know CFOS a bit better, here are three key facts to remember.

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