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If you're unfamiliar with the Community Schools Model, which puts communities at the heart of education and schooling, or the work of Communities In Schools, the organization I work with which has been a beacon, a model and an active advocate of these ideals for decades, then start with this article. Now is the best time to educate ourselves about the benefits of this educational model so that we can advocate for policies and budgets that support this model of schooling during the current GA session and beyond! Reach out if you have questions! I love to share about the work we do! https://lnkd.in/eW8ukiJt

West Harlem arts centers share their stories of life after the pandemic S/O to Elliot Heath and The Columbia Spectator for this excellent profile of four of our grantees (The Morningside Players, the Mama Foundation for the Arts, Dances for a Variable Population, and Arts & Minds) and the crucial work that they do in our community. West Harlem has always been a haven for creative expression, boasting an array of arts-based organizations and community centers. With nonprofits in particular, outside funding and government grants help sustain programming, which can bolster community involvement. The COVID-19 pandemic, however, presented unforeseen hardships to small businesses across the city, including artistic centers. The Morningside Players, the Mama Foundation for the Arts, Dances for a Variable Population, and Arts & Minds, who all receive funding from the West Harlem Development Corporation, are four West Harlem-based organizations that faced such challenges. Now that operations are finally getting back to normal in the aftermath of the pandemic, here are their stories. #WHDC #Harlem #WestHarlem #HarlemUSA #EternalHarlem #UptownCollectiv #UptownCollective

Alex Jarrell how do districts get more funding!!!? I loved your piece in The 74 about Federal-Philanthropic partnerships. This is a funding strategy that I had not heard about before, and it’s particularly relevant given the looming fiscal cliff. In the article you described setting up these partnerships when you worked at the nonprofit NSNO with the aim of supporting local schools. My question is, how can K12 district leaders proactively foster these sorts of partnerships themselves? Are there specific channels to go through or a short list of organizations to connect with to engage in this process? Note- Link to Alex’s article in comments. #edchat #edleaders #K12

ArtsHERE Statement of Interest Closes: January 19, 2024!! https://lnkd.in/g_z2mw_8 FUNDED ORGANIZATIONS WILL RECEIVE: Investment: Managed by South Arts, ArtsHERE will award approximately 95 nonprofit organizations with nonmatching grants of $65,000 to $130,000. Grants are for specific projects that will strengthen each organization’s capacity to sustain meaningful community engagement and increase arts participation for underserved groups/communities. Learning: ArtsHERE will offer grantees peer-learning and technical assistance opportunities, designed to share knowledge and build networks. Evaluation: As a pilot program, ArtsHERE will be documented and evaluated by the National Endowment for the Arts to better understand the project activities supported through this program and how grantees approached the work, and to inspire others. The evaluation will result in a summary of lessons learned and may inform the future of ArtsHERE and other similar funding programs and practices.

Join us in Pathways, a free program that supports arts and heritage workers as they learn about equity and access, and integrate this work into their organizations. Pathways is a program developed by our community to serve our community! Connect with over 70 organizations across the province as we support and learn from each other. Pathways provides access to resources, workshops and peer support networks for an entire year. Applications are now open for the September 2024 intake of the Pathways program. Every organization is unique and serves a specific community. Pathways is designed to be impactful for organizations and individuals working in different contexts, with different interests, and at different points in their work towards equity. Whether you are strongly invested in equity and would like support to access more costly advanced learning opportunities, or are just beginning and would value one-on-one guidance as you get started; this program may be a good fit for you and your organization. We recognize arts workers/volunteers are balancing their limited capacities and the desire and expectation to do equity work in meaningful and sustainable ways. If you want community support and personalized guidance in taking your organization’s equity work to the next level, apply now. Expressions of interest are now open - apply before July 22. Full program details are available on the Pathways website: www.manypathways.ca Image Description: A navy blue square with light teal line accents. White text over the square reads: We imagine a vibrant arts sector in which people can bring their whole selves to their work. On the bottom left of the image is a white swoosh with the Pathways logo. The BCMA, Rural Arts Inclusion Lab, @gvptatheatre and @ArtsBC logos are featured bottom right. #Pathways #ArtsBC #BCArtsCouncil #BCMuseumsAssociation #GVPTATheatre #RuralArtsInclusionLab #BCArts #BCNonprofit #NonprofitArts #CommunityArts #Equity #Accessibility #Nonprofit #NonprofitLeadership #ProfessionalDevelopment #SectorChange

🎓 #Education nonprofits are vital in filling gaps in the system and helping pave the way for schools, educators, and students to achieve lasting success. Find out how grantmakers can amplify their impact by including #SkillsBasedVolunteering and other #CapacityBuilding approaches in their strategies to strengthen education nonprofits: https://hubs.la/Q02LlH3M0. Together, we create a brighter future for the next generation! 🌟 AppleTree Institute for Education Innovation, JerseySTEM, More Than Bootstraps #philanthropy

We have so much love for our friends and community! YOU are making a difference in schools across the United States, and beyond, by supporting The Nora Project’s mission of building inclusive classrooms. On this Valentine’s Day, and every day, we send our thanks for your dedication to creating spaces where all students can learn, play, and thrive together! #ValentinesDay #Valentine #DisabilityInclusion #DisabilityStudies #InclusionMatters #Teachers #Educators #InclusiveEducation #DiversityEquityInclusion #DEI #Accessibility⁠#Nonprofit #Community #Donate #Disability #Education #Parents #Students #DisabilityAwareness #AlwaysLearning Image Description: Two young students smile as one hands a rose to the other. Below the image is a navy blue rectangle with white text that reads 'Thank you for being a friend,' a line with hearts in it, and the white TNP logo.

The first years of a child’s life can determine the rest of their development. Investing in early care and education (ECE) makes sense—it helps children prepare for successful futures and creates a high return on investment of public dollars. Funders of any size have a real opportunity to help create a system where all children can thrive. In our new guide, we share 7 principles that we have found to be crucial for ensuring success: https://lnkd.in/dGJTXM-3 #ECE #education #earlychildhoodeducation #earlycare #philanthropy #philanthropicfunding #socialimpact #socialchange 

Three years ago, the Generosity Commission was established to address the decreasing percentage of Americans who volunteer and donate to nonprofit organizations. According to some estimates, less than half of U.S. households now contribute their time or money, leading some to describe the situation as a "generosity crisis." Research proves, that giving reduces stress, improves quality of life, connects you to community, and helps you live longer (Cleveland Clinic, 2022). Earlier today, the commission released its report outlining the extent of the issue and proposed solutions. The attached article has several easy to apply solutions for business leaders and educators. https://lnkd.in/ej_U3qGB

Believe it or not, summer is right around the corner - what do your kids have planned? There's no shortage of enriching activities in and around Dubuque, and we are excited to kick off a campaign this week highlighting what summer learning looks like (hint: it's not just classrooms anymore!). After all, summer programs aren't just fun - they are great ways for kids to continue their learning while school is out. Check out the guide at dbqfoundation.org/summer #dubuque #dubuqueiowa #dubuqueia #iowa #summerlearning #summerenrichment #earlychildhood #earlylearning #readingproficiency #everychildreads #nonprofits #philanthropy #communityfoundation #communityfoundations