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The Sarah Ralston Foundation Welcomes Heather Finnegan as New Executive Director

Heather Finnegan
Tuesday, December 10, 2024
... older adults across Philadelphia. We are deeply grateful for Lynette’s contributions and invite you to read more ... who aligned with the Foundation’s mission and vision for the future. Board President Ben Hoyle emphasized, “For any organization, one of the most important tasks of its ...
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The Foundation for Delaware County announces retirement of president Frances M. Sheehan

Frances M. Sheehan
Wednesday, February 26, 2025
... 2025.png MEDIA, PA. [February 26, 2025] - The Foundation for Delaware County today announced that its President, ... leadership, the Foundation has become a recognized force for philanthropic stewardship, impact, and innovation in the ... a national executive search firm, to lead the search for the next president. The Board’s Search Committee, led ...
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CEO BenePhilly and Clarifi Announce New Partnership to Address Benefits Access

Clarifi and BenePhilly
Monday, March 10, 2025
... them afford food, housing, and healthcare—but applying for them can be an overwhelming and time-consuming process. ... paperwork or long wait times just to secure essentials for their loved ones,” said Jill Roberts, Clarifi’s Vice ... Catholic Social Services, and Philadelphia FIGHT (for new or returning medical center patients). The BenePhilly ...

5 Ways Impact Investors and Philanthropists can Innovate to Solve Philly’s Biggest Problem

Friday, March 16, 2018
... early-stage  social enterprises, or mission-minded for-profits . But cross-sector funding innovation — ... Building a Successful Investor Ecosystem for 21st Century Philadelphia ” discussion on Wednesday ... Bradley , director of investment partnerships and lead for social impact investments, Ben Franklin Technology ...
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The Philadelphia Foundation Hosts Inspiring Exhibition of Art Created by Individuals Living with Dementia

Monday, September 10, 2018
... large weavings. The banners and weavings will be offered for sale. About the Exhibition Title: “It Feels like ... what it feels like to be inspired, to be freed -- for a time -- from the everyday bonds of illness and provided ... with the liberty to make her own choices, a rare commodity for someone living with a chronic illness such as dementia. ...
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On the Table Philly returns for 2018

Thursday, September 20, 2018
... recreation centers and places of worship. Registration for those wishing to host a table is now open at onthetablephl.org . Information for those who are not hosting is available through social ... Steering Committee committed to creating a meaningful event. Besides Ramos and Morgan, 2018 Steering Committee ...

$2.5 million Philadelphia COVID-19 Community Information Fund to provide support for coronavirus news and information needs

Coronavirus Testing by Tim Tai - Philadelphia Inquirer
Wednesday, April 8, 2020
... will help Philadelphia news outlets   by Marc Narducci for the Philadelphia Inquirer Via The Lenfest Institute for Journalism A broad-based, collaborative group of media ... a multimedia initiative including radio, digital, and event programming that is designed to connect Philadelphians ...

The Chronicle of Philanthropy Unveils Ambitious Growth Plan To Put National Spotlight On Social Sector, Become Nonprofit

Wednesday, May 4, 2022
... by The Chronicle of Higher Education Inc., a private, for-profit company. “The Chronicle of Philanthropy is ... both amplify our role as a trusted source of information for social sector professionals but also to double down on ... print, online, and newsletter channels, is well positioned for accelerated growth and innovation. In addition to its ...
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Foundations Community Partnership Board Awards Nearly $185,000 to Local Nonprofits

Monday, July 17, 2023
... To create an interactive museum exploration planning guide for autistic and neurodiverse learners to be hosted on the ... over their lives and survivorship. Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania To equip girls with the necessary tools to face ... "Lunch and Library" program. The Council of Southeast Pennsylvania To support the development and implementation of ...

An Open Letter to Arts Funders: Create a Pooled Loan Fund

BalletX by Chris Kendig
Tuesday, March 24, 2020
... sector consultants, we have worked with arts groups for over 25 years on building financial sustainability. We ... our understanding of diverse cultures and perspectives. For the first time, we are facing a global crisis without the ... classes on Zoom to fiction podcasts underscores our need for culture and the ends to which we will go to stay ...

Foundations, City of Philadelphia and key Arts & Culture organizations join together to launch $3.45M fund to meet the growing emergency need in this sector

PHL COVID-19 Arts Aid Fund Partners
Wednesday, April 8, 2020
... artists in ‘severe financial straits’ By Peter Dobrin for the Philadelphia Inquirer   April 8, 2020 (PHILADELPHIA, ... Foundation and all of the support received thus far for the COVID-19 Arts Aid PHL Fund. Philadelphia’s artists ... caused by the COVID-19 crisis. This is an important moment for arts funders to come together to show their support for a ...

100+ gather for Philanthropy Network's 35th Annual Members' Meeting

Mailee Walker and Christine Robinson
Wednesday, April 12, 2023
... more than 100 members gathered at the beautiful Center for Architecture & Design in Center City Philadelphia for Philanthropy Network Greater Philadelphia’s 35th Annual ... the necessary connections and resources to position her for success in her new role.  Del Bianco went on to offer an ...
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Foundations Community Partnership Board Awards $166,350 in Grants to Local Nonprofits

FCP grantee Alice Silverman Health Clinic
Wednesday, December 27, 2023
... will be used to decrease the waitlist and provide therapy for children in crisis through Project Access. Hammerheads ... Grant will be used to improve behavioral and social skills for individuals with intellectual and developmental ... recruit new veteran mentors through free boxing classes for local disabled veterans. Valley Youth House Committee : ...
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What Barra Foundation has learned from dipping a toe into mission investing

Wednesday, August 9, 2017
... grant or invest out. Kind McKenna, the outspoken advocate for innovative funding models that she is, was frustrated by ... top because Barra had worked with cofounder Walls before for  Boundaries and Bridges , a Chester-based project it  ... is they can help foundations de-risk these investments for other funders and prove [they can work],” Wahl said. ...

Philadelphia Foundation Fund Supports Community-based Programs in Northwest Philadelphia

East Mt Airy Neighbors
Tuesday, November 5, 2019
... will be celebrated at the “A Toast to Mt. Airy” event from 7 to 11 p.m. Sat., Nov. 9 at the United Lutheran ... were invited to submit Letters of Interest (LOI) to apply for the EMAN grants. Following a review, a select group of ...

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