Fund for the City of New York

🌴 The Fund for the City of New York at Somos 2025 Puerto Rico Conference 🇵🇷 The FCNY team is thrilled to be in San Juan for the Somos 2025 Puerto Rico Conference, connecting with leaders, partners, and changemakers committed to strengthening our communities. Yesterday, we hosted our Nonprofit Networking Reception, bringing together nonprofit leaders, educators, and public service professionals dedicated to collaboration and innovation. During the evening, we proudly recognized Eduardo Carrera, CEO of Platform for Social Impact, with the Champion Award for his unwavering dedication and commitment to advancing educational and economic progress for all Puerto Ricans. We look forward to an inspiring week of learning, networking, and building new partnerships that uplift communities across Puerto Rico and New York. #SOMOS2025 #FCNY

Thank you to everyone who joined our Fireside Chat with Joy Bivins, Director of the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture, New York Public Library. Joy reflected on her journey to the Schomburg and its vital role in preserving and sharing local history. The Center is a living home for community memory and cultural connection. We are grateful for her leadership and for the Schomburg’s continued work to ensure that Black history in New York City remains seen, heard, and celebrated.

There's still time to join us for a fireside chat with Joy Bivins and Fund for the City of New York President, Lisette Nieves, to talk culture, leadership, and the future of NYC. Register today: https://lnkd.in/dRXmTA7J #JoyBivins #SchomburgCenter #FCNY #NYCLeadership #PublicService #CulturalHeritage #EquityInAction #BlackCulture #NYCEducation #TrailblazingLeadership #CommunityPower

Excitement Builds for the Bellas Leadership Summit – in the Bronx, See What’s Ahead! Civic engagement is more than a buzzword—it’s a movement. At the Bellas Leadership Summit, the panel “United for Impact: Civic Engagement & the Power of Collective Community” brings together trailblazers in government, advocacy, philanthropy, and corporate affairs to explore how leadership rooted in purpose transforms communities. Meet the changemakers: - Katharine Pichardo – President & CEO, Latino Victory - Hon. yudelka Tapia – NYS Assembly Member, 86th District - Dr. Aldrin Bonilla – EVP, Fund for the City of New York & Commissioner and Chair, EEOC - Larry Gallegos – Director, Public Affairs Northeast, Florida and Puerto Rico, CLEAR Moderated by: Denise Felipe-Adams, Executive Director & Senior Advisor, Mayor's Office of Technology & Innovation & Emerging Markets Students will gain tools to activate their voice, build coalitions, and lead with impact. Bellas Leadership Summit / Bellas University Summit connects students to industry leaders and industry-based not-for-profit organizations while providing access to internship opportunities. #BellasLeadershipSummit #LatinaEntrepreneurs #CreativeLeadership #RepresentationMatters #EntrepreneurshipMindset #BellasFoundation #LegacyInAction #bellasfashionistastv #bellasfoundation

There are hundreds of AI webinars out there—but AI for Nonprofits Sprint is different. We’re not a tech company selling tools. We’re a nonprofit building AI literacy for the sector, by the sector. Right now we’re building our next cohort, which is focused on supporting Connecticut-based nonprofits. Through our 4-step program—combining training, peer learning, and hands-on support—you’ll bring your entire team to baseline AI literacy. That means staff can use off-the-shelf AI tools safely and effectively, freeing up hours each week to focus on what matters most: your mission. Want to learn more? 🗓️ Info Session: October 28, 2025, at 3:00 PM ET 💻 Register here for the session: https://lnkd.in/eK9sJay8 Join us to learn more about the program + we promise you’ll walk away with one practical AI-related tip you can use right away! #AIforNonprofits #SocialImpact #Connecticut Fund for the City of New York

Connecticut nonprofits - join our Zoom call TOMORROW to learn how the AI for Nonprofits Sprint can help your staff reach basic AI literacy! (Application deadline is 11/14) Info Session: October 28, 2025, at 3:00 PM ET Register here for the session: https://lnkd.in/eK9sJay8 Friends, funders, past Sprint partners - help us spread the word to colleagues in Connecticut! AI for Nonprofits Sprint Alexandra Feldhausen Mark Hanis Jake Porway Fiona Jaramillo (She/Her) Rachel Kimber, MPA, MS Remy Reya Sarah Di Troia Alex Nawar

The AI for Nonprofits Sprint at the Fund for the City of New York is working with 100+ nonprofits (including the United Way, Good Shepherd Services, America On Tech, and more) and 30,000 staff to bring basic AI literacy to everyday nonprofit workers. Join us for a session designed specifically for nonprofit professionals gearing up for year-end. From crafting donor-ready fundraising appeals to shaping annual reports and aligning organizational goals for the year ahead, we’ll show you how AI can help streamline your workflows and boost your team’s capacity during the busiest season. Perfect for nonprofit leaders, fundraisers, and communications teams ready to finish the year strong! https://lnkd.in/eD9yEeCu

The Men’s Rising Leaders Program!   We’re proud to announce the launch of the Men’s Rising Leaders Program, an initiative designed to empower and develop emerging leaders in the nonprofit sector. In partnership with exalt, we brought together 11 remarkable men for a transformative four-day retreat focused on leadership, reflection, and community. From October 16–19, participants engaged in powerful workshops and discussions led by an inspiring group of facilitators, Dr. Lisette Nieves, Dr. Noel Anderson, Dr. Aldrin Bonilla, Rashad Nelms, JD, Dr. Janelle Viruet, Ed.D., Sharif El-Mekki, Dr. Dr. Travis L Brown, and Cesar Ventura Tapia. Throughout the weekend, we explored: 💡 Translating personal strengths into leadership action 🧭 Leading through crisis and cultivating resilience 📚 Reflecting through literature and dialogue 🧠 Navigating vicarious trauma and supporting mental health 🎯 Setting career goals and advancing pathways in youth development Morning wellness walks, intentional discussions, and a meaningful closing ceremony grounded the experience in leadership, purpose, and self-reflection. We’re deeply grateful to the exalt team members who participated with such openness, reflection, and purpose. Your leadership, compassion, and daily commitment to uplifting young people embody the spirit of growth and service that defines exalt. A special thank you to Dr. Janelle Viruet, Cesar Ventura Tapia, Nathalie Garcia, and David Colon for their exceptional coordination and support in bringing this retreat to life.

Calling all Connecticut nonprofits! Nonprofits are being asked to do more with less, and AI can help. We are excited to announce that the AI for Nonprofits Sprint is now recruiting a cohort of Connecticut-based 501(c)(3) organizations ready to upskill their staff, strengthen programs, and expand impact. We're a nonprofit organization ourselves with the clear mission to help get our sector up to speed on all things AI. Through structured training, peer learning, and hands-on support, participating organizations will: ✅ Get a baseline understanding of where staff stand, today ✅ Develop responsible AI use guidelines ✅ Train staff in AI fundamentals ✅ Join 5 months of facilitated peer learning Last year, we supported nearly 140 nonprofits and 38,000 staff completed our AI 101 training. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/eBf8pdJc 📅 This is a competitive program. Apply by November 14, 2025 (5pm EST) to join. #AIforNonprofits #AIliteracy #SocialImpact #ConnecticutNonprofits

We're live on Substack! Come join us. The AI for Nonprofits Sprint is not a class—it’s a growing network of mission-driven leaders proving that access to technology can be a lever for equity, not another source of divide. We’ve kicked-off a Substack to share what we’re learning in real-time and what our members are learning in real-time. We’ll also share some helpful AI tips and tricks that are specifically helpful to nonprofits along the way. https://lnkd.in/edzYfWSW