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The Coalition for Asian American Children and Families (CACF) issued the following statement on Monday, July 1, 2024 on behalf of its over 90 AAPI-led and -serving member organizations in response to Sunday’s vote by New York City Council on the New York City Budget. “CACF, including our ASAP Youth Leaders and members of our 18% and Growing campaign, have spent months advocating for a NYC Budget that is fair, equitable, and supportive of the City’s most marginalized. This year’s budget fight was incredibly difficult as we pushed for funding for programs that support students, families, and new arrivals — many of them from immigrant and limited English proficient backgrounds —- across New York City. Our communities watched as funding for essential education programs were continually put on the chopping block and then either threatened with complete closure or drastically reduced services. Due to the strong advocacy of our 18% and Growing Campaign members through hearings, meetings, and rallies, we are thankful to see restoration of funding to the following initiatives championed by CACF: ⭕ $5.06 million to the AAPI Community Support Initiative, which supports AAPI-led and -serving community-based organizations who are providing life-affirming, linguistically accessible services ⭕ $3.7 million to the Communities of Color Nonprofit Stabilization Fund, a City Council-funded initiative that provides capacity-building support to Black, Latino, and Asian American Pacific Islander-led nonprofits. ⭕ $3,620,210 to Access Health NYC, a city-wide initiative that funds community-based organizations (CBOs) to provide education, outreach, and assistance to all New Yorkers about how to access health care and coverage. This budget season has come to a close, but as advocates our work is not over. While we have made enormous strides in recent years, the push for budget equity for NYC’s AAPI communities will continue." 🔗 To read our full statement head to https://lnkd.in/e9TdiFWH

🔊 Dive into a deep and insightful conversation where Witnie A. Martinez, Ed.S., an unwavering advocate for education and community support. In this episode, Witnie shares invaluable perspectives on fostering equity in education through strategic nonprofit involvement and community collaboration. 🌍 Transforming education extends beyond the classroom. In-kind support, engagement from organized parent groups, and a strategic funding focus can make all the difference for Title 1 schools. Experience Witnie's profound discussion about the trials and triumphs in the world of nonprofit education funding. 🎧 Listen now to "Our Classroom" and get equipped with actionable insights on education reform and the significance of equity in philanthropy. 3️⃣ Key Takeaways for Our Listeners: 🤝 Community Engagement: The power of in-kind donations, parent group organization, and strategic collaborations with local entities can significantly boost support and fundraising outcomes for schools. 📈 Sustainable Nonprofit Growth: Understand the challenges nonprofits face in the balance of growth and sustainability, emphasizing the importance of strategic scaling and internal equity. 💡 Trust-Based Funding: The need for funders to grant with trust, reducing the burden of red tape that can dilute a nonprofit's mission and impact. Welcome to Our Classroom! #OurClassroomPodcast #EducationEquity #NonprofitImpact #StrategicGrowth #EducationReform #Philanthropy #CommunitySupport #WitnieMartinez #Podcasting #EquityInEducation https://lnkd.in/eNREhTSe

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🎉 Celebrating Community Support! 🤝💰 Big news from Wisconsin Dells Education Foundation! They've matched a $10,000 fundraising effort by Happy Kids Network, a nonprofit organization. 🌟 This collaboration demonstrates the power of community support in advancing educational initiatives. Read more about this inspiring partnership! 🔗 [Article Link Below] For more heartwarming stories and fundraising insights, Like, Share, Comment, or Follow! #DoGood #DigitalMarketing #MakeADifference

🎓 #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

Little Free Library in Wasco: made by the community, for the community By: Sam Hoyle Posted at 5:18 PM, Jul 24, 2024, www.turnto23.com City of Wasco, California. 23ABC (KERO-TV) — Devin Lowe, a recent Wasco High School grad, is chasing his Eagle Scout honors. As part of the process, he opted to do his service project by constructing a Little Free Library for the public to use. 23ABC caught up with Lowe in front of his newly minted Little Free Library and noted he bounced around a few ideas before choosing to construct the library. Lowe said his goal was to provide access to #literature in his community, where library hours are limited and other factors could prohibit someone from visiting the library. Margret Aldrich, Director of Communications for the LFL #Nonprofit, said the bulk of #California's nearly 8,000 #library boxes can be found in metropolitan settings, and she said the group always finds it exciting to see one pop up in a rural community. According to the Nonprofit's website, prior to Lowe constructing his, there's only one Little Free Library in Wasco. Ian Anderson, MPA, Executive Director for the KERN LITERACY COUNCIL applauded the effort by Lowe to increase access to books, saying something like this project reduces the barrier to entry for people all around the area. full story: https://lnkd.in/gmtJ_yB3 #KernLiteracyCouncil empowers Kern County with #AdultLiteracy, #FamilyLiteracy, #ESLClasses, and #WorkplaceLiteracy. Support us by #Volunteering, #Donating, and #Advocating. Visit kernliteracy.org for more info.

🔗 What is the key to success for nonprofits? Emilio Zapién, Director of Communications at the Youth Justice Coalition says, "No-strings-attached grants." More and more institutional foundations are embracing a trust-based approach, giving nonprofits the freedom to use funds where they're most needed. 🗣️ "Our landscape is ever-changing. Our funding has to be general operating support. Our funders have to trust us," says Zapién. 📈 Over the last decade there has been a shift towards support social justice oriented initiatives and even more so advanced as a result of the 2020 turmoil following the death of George Floyd. 📰 Dive into this insightful article for a comprehensive overview of the philanthropic landscape in Los Angeles, and how these trends have shaped up. 🔍 Check out some of the funders and organizations who are making a significant impact in our community. 🤝 If you are looking for funding opportunities or aiming to join a mission-driven organization, I've pulled out the list of funders and organizations below! 🌟 Funders Mentioned: California Community Foundation Liberty Hill Foundation The California Endowment The James Irvine Foundation The Ahmanson Foundation Weingart Foundation The Eli and Edythe Broad Foundation SoCal Grantmakers California Black Freedom Fund 🌟 Organizations Mentioned: Youth Justice Coalition @STAND-L.A. Communities for a Better Environment South Asian Network (SAN) ExpandLA DIY Girls The Hidden Genius Project Crystal Stairs, Inc. Brotherhood Crusade Los Angeles Black Worker Center Los Angeles Black Worker Center Los Angeles Community Action Network Catalyst California #Philanthropy #LA #UnrestrictedFunding #SocialJustice #Nonprofits #CommunityImpact

With #MLKDayofService fast approaching, it’s important to evaluate how we reframe #equity in days of service. My latest article for Forbes Nonprofit Council has six questions you should ask as you plan days of service, both for #MLKDay and throughout the year.

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

Kids being kids thanks to a great nonprofit in Oakland called Destiny Arts. This was a dance circle I did with them to let loose and relax before I began the day’s lesson. Being from East Oakland, it was always surreal teaching at the same schools I’d see growing up. I worked at Destiny Arts Center for only a year, but it was an incredible experience and I have never forgotten it as I pursued other opportunities to give back. When we came in our Destiny shirts to events or schools, people KNEW us and smiled. Because this nonprofit doesn’t just TALK, they ACT. Destiny Arts is a masterclass in community outreach and engagement. Kids knew who my manager was, my manager knew who the teachers were at all of the schools, and the teachers knew most of our staff. Because everyone gave back and then some. Having worked at Destiny, I saw firsthand how crucial these services were and still are and the need for them to continue and thrive. Teaching kids how to meditate and dance and laugh and be creative with no boundaries was an intense feeling. But it was also a responsibility I didn’t take lightly, because I knew that how I presented myself and everything I did was being watched closely. Luckily, Destiny Arts gave me all of the tools I needed to be successful, including a higher than average wage. Destiny Arts is one of the few nonprofits in Oakland that pay high wages to part-time Teaching Artists. I say this because generous supporters and donors can’t be discounted, myself included. This mission has helped these kids beyond measure (if you’d like to donate to Destiny Arts: link is in the comments) There are many missions aiming at the same thing, but struggle to get funded. ForGranted aims to change this, to fuel missions just like Destiny. One dollar at a time. Please share or donate to the ForGranted mission. The ForGranted team is asking for at least $20 from all of our supporters. And if you can’t donate, PLEASE SHARE! A share will go further than you think. Be blessed! And stay tuned. https://gofund.me/c7de977a ForGranted Media - Nonprofit Marketing