Fund for the City of New York

📣 Huge congratulations to our Executive Vice President, Dr. Aldrin Bonilla , and Rob DeLeon, Deputy CEO of The Fortune Society for their incredible achievements! 🌟 Both were honored at the 2024 El Diario “El Awards,” celebrating influential Latino leaders in the Tri-state area. Dr. Bonilla’s recognition highlights his impactful work supporting the nonprofit community, recognizing civic leadership and teaching excellence, mentoring graduate students, and chairing the NYC Equal Employment Practices Commission. Rob, a participant in our education-focused executive summit at Oxford this August, embodies a deep commitment to leadership in juvenile justice, criminal justice services, and advocacy landscape. Together, they exemplify dedication, leadership, and community-driven success. We’re so proud of their accomplishments and their inspiration to us all! #ElAwards2024 #LatinoLeadership #CommunityImpact

🌿 Last week, our Community Planning Fellows had the incredible chance to meet with Samara Karasyk, President/CEO of the Hudson Square Business Improvement District. Samara gave us an inside look at some of Hudson Square’s exciting innovations, including the development of vibrant green spaces 🌳, new traffic-calming measures 🚶♀️🚴♂️, and other forward-thinking urban projects. She also shared how the BID actively fosters community and local business engagement, ensuring that residents and businesses alike are a part of the neighborhood's transformation. 🙌 #CommunityPlanningFellows #UrbanInnovation #GreenSpaces #TrafficCalming #LocalEngagement 

Last week, the Fund for the City of New York was delighted to sponsor this celebration of Cafeteria Culture 's latest report and the leadership of Executive Director Atsuko Quirk. This report highlights the food and plastic waste reduction made possible through a project funded by the Environmental Protection Agency. Through this project, CafCu's interventions at PS 15 in Red Hook have reduced food waste by 50%. Additionally, Plastic Free Lunch Days have eliminated 13.2 million plastic items from NYC public schools. CafCu's dedication to their work inspired all who shared in this celebration!

Edit: This event has been canceled, please stay tuned for more details on a reschedule date! For decades, Democratic politicians have relied on the Latino vote, but in recent years it has become less and less reliable. In her new book, Defectors, Paola Ramos covers Latino voters who have been radicalized and grown fearful of losing their place in the United States. Join us on October 28 for a book talk with Ramos to learn more. Register now: https://lnkd.in/eA83mEdn Please note the time for this event has been moved up to 5PM!

Congratulations to Dr. Nico Victorino for winning a 2024 Terrel H. Bell Award; an award that honors principals from this year's National Blue Ribbon Schools for their exceptional leadership. Dr. Victorino, principal of PS 150 in NYC, has made a huge impact since stepping into the role—doubling enrollment and boosting student achievement! With a passion for education inspired by his own journey as an immigrant from the Philippines, he’s a true leader who believes in the power of learning to change lives. We were thrilled to have him join us in Oxford this August for the Summit for Education and Education-Adjacent Leaders, where he shared his passion for transformative education. Cheers to Dr. Victorino’s incredible leadership and impact! 🌟 Original Post: https://lnkd.in/deZFDS9s

Join us on October 28 at 6 PM for a book talk with award winning journalist Paola Ramos to learn about her new book, Defectors. In this exploration of the Latino far-right, Ramos meets conservative Latinos across the United States, including Evangelical pastors and January 6th insurrectionists, to understand their reasoning and its connections to political trauma and traditionalism. Register today: https://lnkd.in/eA83mEdn

📢 Mark your calendars! Dr. Lisette Nieves, President of the Fund for the City of New York, will be the keynote speaker at Baruch College’s Experiential Learning and the Mission of Higher Education luncheon! 🎤 Join us to dive deep into how experiential learning is revolutionizing higher education and preparing students for real-world success. 🌟 📅 Thursday, October 17th 📍 NVC 14-250 🔗 Registration required! Scan the QR code or reach out at ExCEL@baruch.cuny.edu #ExperientialLearning #HigherEducation #LeadershipInAction

Donald Trump got more of the Latino Vote in 2020 than in 2016. Join us October 28 at 6 PM for a book talk with award winning journalist Paola Ramos to learn how this phenomenon is connected to political trauma and how it can affect the future of America. Register now: https://lnkd.in/eA83mEdn

🎉 This week, we had the honor of joining Zone 126 for their College & Career Speed Chat 'n' Chew Event at Long Island City High School! These monthly gatherings create meaningful opportunities for students to connect with community members over lunch, gaining valuable networking skills and career insights. In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, professionals of Hispanic and Latine descent—from the Fund for the City of New York, NYPD Community Affairs, NYPD Housing Bureau, the Queens District Attorney's Office, and more—came together to speak on their experiences and inspire the next generation. Our own Program Manager, Cesar Ventura Tapia, was excited to share his journey through college and career with the students. 👏👏👏 Let's give a round of applause to Dr Anju J. Rupchandani and Zone126 for organizing such a powerful event! It’s amazing to see young people find inspiration in professionals who represent their communities and show them what’s possible.

A huge congratulations to Dr. Anju J. Rupchandani, Executive Director of Zone 126, for being named on Schneps Media’s 2024 Queens Power List! Dr. Rupchandani’s dedication to education equity and community development in Astoria and Long Island City is inspiring. Through Zone 126, a partner project of the Fund for the City of New York, she leads initiatives that uplift children and families by breaking the cycle of poverty through educational support and opportunity. We’re proud to stand alongside her in this meaningful work.🌟