Radical Generosity Dinner
Save the date for our Radical Generosity Dinner on October 7th honoring DeAnna Hoskins, President of JustLeadershipUSA and Bryan Stevenson, Founder and Executive Director of the Equal Justice Initiative in Montgomery, Alabama.
The New York Women’s Foundation Mourns the Loss of Janet Riccio
The New York Women’s Foundation is establishing a grant in Janet Riccio’s honor. The grant will focus on women with disabilities and their pathways to economic justice and security. Click here to make a contribution.
Save the Date!
Our 25th Anniversary Neighborhood Dinner is just around the corner and we’re celebrating in Harlem! Mark your calendars and get ready for a night of celebrating community-based leaders and entrepreneurs!
The 1619 Project
Upcoming Radical Generosity Dinner honoree Bryan Stevenson’s recent piece in The New York Times’ 1619 Project provides an in-depth and moving examination of the legacy of slavery in America as the basis of our current criminal justice system, mass incarceration and excessive punishment. Click here to read the full article.
Lead the Way Symposium
Join Lead the Way for a symposium on women of color leaders in the social sector and movements for social change. Thought leaders featured at the event include The Foundation’s President & CEO Ana Oliveira. Click here to learn more.
Grantee Partner Spotlight
Food Justice Program for Survivors of Gender-Based Violence
Sakhi for South Asian Women is featured in the article for their work at the intersection of food and social justice in New York City. The organization recently launched the Food Justice Program, a trauma-informed resource that is available five days a week to those who are in need of immediate access to items such as rice, ready-made meals, diapers, bottles, and formula.
Board Chair Emerita Abigail Disney Speaks Out Against Pay Inequity
At The New York Women’s Foundation, we are proud to stand with Abigail as she rightfully shines a light on inequality that continues to grow at the expense of those who are most
Meet The New York Women’s Foundation
We advance economic, gender, and racial justice by boldly investing in community solutions and leaders.
We signed the GUTC Pledge
As an inaugural GUTC Pledge signatory committed to improving the wellbeing of trans communities, we pledge to participate in trainings and professional development opportunities fo
Focusing Investments in Emerging Movements and a Longstanding Commitment to Women’s Socioeconomic, Gender and Racial Justice, The New York Women’s Foundation Awards Over $11 Million to 175 Organizations
Read our latest 2018 grants release announcement!
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