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United Way of SWPA Survey Results
The United Way of SWPA sent out a survey to 1,600 Nonprofit Organizationss in the 211 system asking what immediate needs they have due to the COVID-19 public health crisis.
Keystone Policy Series: Investing in Change - Foundation Support for Lobbying and Other Advocacy
Wednesday, March 29, 2017 - 2:00pm
... nonprofit tax exemptions and advocacy, state budget cuts, government grants streamlining, and corporate governance. ...
Census 2020: What’s At Risk And What Can Philanthropy Do Now?
Tuesday, May 29, 2018 - 3:30pm
... must be encouraged to share their information with the government. Join us to learn more about the challenges ...
Session Two: State/Local Policy, Budget and Revenue Outlook
Wednesday, April 14, 2021 - 12:00pm
... receive about one-third of their revenue from the federal government — funds that help pay for health care, schools, ... and a range of other programs. However, unlike the federal government, most states and localities must balance their ...
The Wisdom of Communities, How the Ford Institute helps rural people achieve their own vision of vitality
The Ford Institute for Community Building, a program of The Ford Family Foundation, works to help community leaders learn how to implement local solutions based on principles of effective community building. This paper describes the development and work of the The Ford Institute for Community Building.
GWP Site Visits: Community Revitalization Efforts in Homewood
Wednesday, November 5, 2014 - 12:30pm
Join GWP as we spend the afternoon with some of the organizations that are making significant contributions to the revitalization of Homewood and working hard to ensure that residents and businesses thrive in the neighborhood.
Kenya T. Boswell to become President of BNY Mellon Foundation of SWPA
Tuesday, November 18, 2014
Kenya T. Boswell, charitable giving manager at BNY Mellon, has been named President of the BNY Mellon Foundation of Southwestern Pennsylvania, effective January 1. Boswell will succeed James P. McDonald, who previously announced plans to retire at year-end.
Corporate Webinar: Maximizing Your Impact by Maximizing Employee Engagement
Thursday, April 19, 2018 - 2:00pm
There is a school of thought that engaged employees have a positive and direct impact on bottom line results. Join NY Funders Alliance and ACCP as we explore how companies are harnessing employees to yield both bottom line results and community impact.
Tri-State CF Partnership Webinar: Community Foundation Investments
Tuesday, June 5, 2018 - 1:00pm
This webinar will help guide you on the management and interaction with investment committee members, cover the basics of investment management, and review key areas such as asset allocation, spending policies, fees on funds, quarterly reports.
Workplace and Employment Law Trends for 2023: A Review for Funders
Thursday, May 25, 2023 - 2:00pm
Join this virtual session to hear attorneys from the Labor & Employment and Nonprofit & Tax-Exempt Organizations groups of Dentons present practical tips for small and mid-size foundations with regard to employment and workplace issues.
Navigating the Complexities of Corporate Reporting with an Equity Lens
Tuesday, July 25, 2023 - 3:00pm
Join this timely session to get practical tools and guidance from industry experts as well as exchange peer learnings including concrete ideas and steps on how to create an effective impact report that balances competing demands from a range of stakeholders.
A Conversation on Capitalization and Community Program Materials
Resources from GWP's 12/3/2013 program, A Conversation on Capitalization and Community
Brown Bag Lunch and Viewing Party - Adaptive Philanthropy: Flexible Giving to Maximize Results
Wednesday, July 23, 2014 - 12:00pm
... she co-authored “Philanthropy in the New Age of Government Austerity.” She has also co-authored four ...
GWP and SVP present - Mission Investing: Overcoming Resistance and Getting Started
Thursday, October 9, 2014 - 11:30am
Join Grantmakers of Western Pennsylvania and Social Venture Partners Pittsburgh for a live viewing of the National Center for Family Philanthropy's webinar: Mission Investing: Overcoming Resistance and Getting Started. Following the webinar, we will engage in a roundtable discussion about mission investing.
Webinar: NCFP Series- Impact Investing: Dipping Your Toes Or Going All In
Thursday, April 18, 2019 - 1:00pm
An increasing number of giving families are exploring impact investing, dedicating either a small portion or, in some cases, all of their assets to this approach. This webinar will discuss this investing approach, and share perspectives and examples from families who have made this choice.
Nonprofit Effectiveness Study in Southwestern Pennsylvania
Tuesday, December 1, 2020 - 12:00pm
... and big data from nonprofit IRS 990s, foundation and government funding, zip code level economic data, and ... philanthropies, corporations, nonprofit organizations and government agencies. He has authored book chapters, academic ...
Fiscal Decay Accelerates In PA Municipalities
Wednesday, September 13, 2017
... the tax base taken in the form of taxes to provide local government services. The formula considers a municipality’s ... In addition, the study outlines problems with the local government system that contribute to municipal distress, the ... Act 47 municipalities when they are returned to the local government system that failed them in the first place. ...
Legal Matters for Corporate Foundations & Giving Programs
Wednesday, August 17, 2022 - 1:00pm
Join GWP and COF for this legal matters workshop for corporate foundations and giving programs.