Smart Giving
Spring 2016
a publication of the central new york community foundation
Goal Reached to Ensure College Promise in this issue
Oswego Foundation Awards First Grants page 3
Lee Gatta is Caring for Tomorrow page 5
On March 1, Say Yes to Education Syracuse received two major boosts that will permanently endow its scholarship promise for Syracuse City School children. Syracuse Mayor Stephanie Miner announced that a $400,000 contribution would be made to the Say Yes Scholarship Endowment Fund, which is administered by the Community Foundation. This completed the $5 million matching challenge issued by SRC, Inc. in 2011. Later that day, County Executive Joanie Mahoney announced in her State of the County address that a $20 million contribution towards the Syracuse College Promise, a component of the Urban Revitalization Initiative’s winning CNY Rising economic development plan, would be distributed to the fund in its entirety this year. This completes the $30 million goal needed to permanently endow the scholarship, which will guarantee a path to college for generations of Syracuse City School children, regardless of income. Seven years ago, the local community partnered with Say Yes to Education, Inc., jumpstarting a fundraising campaign to support an endowment that will create a pathway to post-secondary education for all SCSD students. More than 1,000 individual and corporate donors contributed to the endowment.
Deaf Interpretation Service Aids Refugees page 9
“Since its beginning, the Community Foundation saw this initiative as an opportunity for the community to collaborate toward a common goal – enhanced educational attainment for our city’s children,” said Peter Dunn, Community Foundation President & CEO. “It’s a signature moment, now that we can see that our investment of grant support, along with the contributions of so many donors and the significant support and encouragement of Say Yes, helped to leverage permanent capital that will support generations of children.” More than 1,000 SCSD students each year are supported through Say Yes scholarships. New “wrap around” supports for students and their families were also created or expanded to enhance opportunities for student academic achievement – from legal and health services to mental health support and afterschool programs.
Healthier Homes on the Way to Syracuse page 12
Say Yes is one piece of a strategy to address one of the most intractable problems of our time – weak urban education outcomes and limited opportunities for vulnerable youth and families. Creating a permanent source of charitable capital to support scholarships is one of the best ways to assure the ultimate sustainability of the program. We are thrilled to be a part of this landmark achievement for the benefit of our city’s future generations.
Point of View
In April, I attended our national funders’ conference in Washington DC. One of the most interesting take-aways for me was the positive reactions I received from many of my foundation colleagues who had heard about our work with Say Yes to Education and the completion of its Syracuse endowment campaign. I heard the same theme repeatedly: “I wish we could do that in my city.”
Peter A. Dunn President & CEO
For nearly eight years, the Community Foundation has served a number of roles in advancing the Say Yes project. First and foremost, we have been the financial home of the scholarship program – we cut the checks to fund the student scholarships and manage the endowments created to support the them. Second, we have been a grant maker by providing funding each year in collaboration with Say Yes to Education’s national office to support the scholarship program while the endowment was being built. Third, we have served as a fiscal sponsor for municipal funds and grants from other funders that provide surround-support programs for students and their families and leverage significant funds from other sources. And fourth, we have been a convener by staffing the local governance efforts of the Say Yes operating and scholarship councils. Together, these roles kept the collaboration of many different stakeholders on track and ensured that students received the support that they needed. At the conference that I attended, a representative from the Lakota Nation in South Dakota implored everyone there to “have a vision that is bigger than your problems.” Our community’s achievement around Say Yes speaks to a grand vision that we collectively articulated: we set out to remove obstacles to postsecondary educational attainment. What was achieved with Say Yes could be analogized across any number of other issues and controversies, whether it is the Consensus project on government modernization, Route 81 and the future of transportation and urban planning, or how we address concentrations of urban poverty. Perhaps a question for us going forward is this: can we translate our recent example of success in a way that helps us address these other issues – and reach for something excellent rather than settling for something less? One of the things that I hope for Syracuse and Central New York is that we all get to have more of these moments when someone from someplace else says to us, “I wish we could do what you did.”
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Oswego Foundation Begins Grantmaking Established only three years ago, the Oswego County Community Foundation (OCCF) is already well on its way toward making impactful change in its region by distributing its first-ever grant awards. OCCF was established in 2013 as a geographically specific fund to serve as a source of permanent charitable dollars for the benefit of nonprofits working in Oswego County. OCCF’s volunteer Leadership Council, comprised of local business and community leaders, worked diligently to secure gifts that helped jump-start the fund’s growth. Thanks to their hard work, the fund reached its $500,000 initial fundraising goal after less than two years of operation. Throughout its fundraising efforts, OCCF received an overwhelming show of support from the community. These contributions helped secure vital matching grant support from the Richard S. Shineman Foundation and the Community Foundation. Reaching its initial goal allowed the Council to begin awarding grants to Oswego County nonprofits. “The Leadership Council is so excited to award funding to several local projects meeting the region’s specific needs,” said Nancy Bellow, Council Chair. “We believe that OCCF has the capability to make a positive long-term impact on challenges facing Oswego County’s population and we look forward to expanding our endowment in order to increase the size of our annual grant awards.” The following grants were awarded to aid vital programs in Oswego County:
Members of the Friends of Great Bear take part in a cleanup of the public recreation area in Fulton.
blessings in a backpack, oswegofulton chapter - $3,000 Feed underserved children in Oswego and Fulton during school-year weekends cleveland historical society -
OSWEGO COUNTY
leadership council: • • • • • • • • •
Barbara Bateman Nancy Bellow, Chair Bernie Henderson Ellen Holst Jim Hotchkiss Deana Masuicca Shawn Seale Vernon Tryon Randy Zeigler, Vice Chair
how to donate: The Oswego County Community Foundation is the union of many gifts, big and small, made by those who want to support the Oswego County region. To donate, visit oswegocountycf.org.
friends of quirk’s players $1,500
Purchase two headset microphones that will enhance sound quality of theater productions put on by Fulton’s G. Ray Bodley High School drama club $3,390 Restore Friendship House, a companion oswego bookmobile - $1,500 property of historic former St. James Expand its mobile literacy outreach Episcopal Church, which houses historical program to include additional age groups displays and serves as a convening space for by increasing the selection of books and board meetings and other functions STEM-related activities available to preschool age children friends of fort ontario - $3,000 Design, build and install interpretive oswego players - $890 panels on the Fort Ontario State Historic Purchase equipment that will enable Site grounds to show elements of historic outdoor performances of the summer landscapes that no longer exist Youth Educational Theater Initiative (Y.E.T.I.), which engages youth by staging friends of great bear - $3,500 Repair an eroding hillside trail connection by productions in local parks installing limestone steps that will allow for rebels’ sports boosters - $3,000 safe use and access to the historical canal lock Purchase materials to construct enclosures and the adjacent trails on Altmar-Parish-Williamstown School sage brook horse foundation - $220 District athletic fields Purchase food and water buckets for youth volunteers to use when feeding horses
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to learn about the Oswego County Community Foundation.
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Implementing Local Legacy Simply
Giving Matters
Anne Ruffer, Chair of the Community Foundation’s Professional Advisor Council, is a partner at Mackenzie Hughes, LLP. In this article, Anne provides some guidance on incorporating charitable giving into your estate plan. Thanks, Anne! In 2010, the Central New York Community Foundation commissioned a study on the amount of assets that will imminently change hands from one generation to the next. It found that over the next decade, local individuals in our five-county* region will distribute an unprecedented $22 billion after they pass away. We all agree that keeping wealth in the local community is vital to our future. To do that, each person should consider giving at least 5 percent of their estate to local charities at the time of their passing. Here are three ideas for accomplishing this and helping the community move toward this common goal:
• Talk to Your Advisor: The most important action to take is to talk with your financial advisor or estate planning attorney about your plan. Charitable giving in estate plans is quite personal and commonly depends on your family and personal situation. For example, your advisor can help you balance inheritance to your family with support for the organizations that you love in a way that makes sense to you.
• Keep It Simple: No one knows what the exact value of their estate will be when
Anne Ruffer Partner Mackenzie Hughes LLP
creating their plan, so charitable bequests in wills are frequently expressed in percentages. When leaving a small amount to a charity (like 5 percent), it may be simpler to figure out the specific dollar amount that this would represent and include that amount in your will. This can make estate administration easier.
• Don’t Forget About the Easiest Solution: Another option is to use beneficiary designations for IRA, 401(k) or similar accounts. This is a very simple and tax effective way to leave gifts to charities. To learn more about the many options for leaving a local charitable legacy, go to www.5forcny.org or contact Tom Griffith at tgriffith@cnycf.org.
How 5% Can Make a Difference Take a moment to think about what matters to you. Perhaps it’s the schools your children attend, or the hospital where you receive care. It could be the park where your grandchildren love to play, or a local charity that is a big part of your life. What could you do to make sure the things that matter to you today have a secure future long after you’re gone? How can you help ensure that future generations will benefit from the resources in our community?
go to 5forCNY.org
to learn how you can help enrich the future of Central New York.
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We have an opportunity in Central New York to turn our hopes for the future into reality. If a portion of the assets changing hands from one generation to the next — even just 5 percent — were donated to endowment funds at the Central New York Community Foundation, more than $55 million in grants would be available annually to support our region’s nonprofit organizations. Learn how you can do your part at www.5forCNY.org. * Onondaga, Oswego, Cayuga, Madison and Cortland counties
Gatta
Caring for Tomorrow: Lee
Lee Gatta and her husband, Joe Reddick, feel blessed by the support they have received over the years from Syracuse and Central New York. It was that support that inspired them to want to do their part to benefit others in our community by establishing a charitable giving plan through the Community Foundation. They had their sights set on a charitable gift much larger than they were comfortable contributing now, so they Lee Gatta decided to use a life insurance policy to achieve their goal. The life insurance proceeds at Lee’s death will fund the Lee M. Gatta and Joe Reddick Family Fund, which will provide funding in the Central New York community for issues that are of primary importance to them: the support of women and girls through the work of the Women’s Fund of Central New York and eldercare coordination and support. Lee was introduced to the Women’s Fund, an affiliate fund of the Community Foundation, and asked to serve on its Leadership Council as a way to honor her sister-in-law, Joanne Reddick, after her death. The Women’s Fund supports programs that promote self-sufficiency for women and girls, and educates women and girls about philanthropy. “None of us would have gotten where we are today without someone in our lives to encourage and mentor us, and many of the young people in our community do not have that,” said Lee. “The Women’s Fund is helping to fill that gap and we are devoted to helping them achieve their goals.” Lee and Joe are equally passionate about funding for eldercare. They became caregivers for Lee’s mother after she had her third stroke, which blinded her and caused some paralysis. Lee found that caregivers need assistance navigating the range of services available to them. It is for that reason that the portion of their fund designated for eldercare coordination and support will include assistance with selecting, securing and managing care options, as well as respite care and support services for family members serving as primary caregivers.
you’ve lived here. you’ve worked here. this community is part of who you are. you can give back with a gift to the region’s future. If you love the community you call home, consider this opportunity to enrich its future by joining other communityminded families and exploring how you can do your part. Learn more at 5forCNY.org.
“We would like to provide opportunities that lighten the load for those that carry so much responsibility for the care of another,” said Lee. Lee and Joe chose an insurance policy with terms that fit with their goals, and the Community Foundation agreed to be both owner and beneficiary of the policy. The flexibility of life insurance allows this option to be tailored to each donor’s unique situation. And their field-of-interest fund will carry on for many generations, designed to address the needs of local women and eldercare support as they change over time. Lee and Joe’s selfless generosity is sure to have a significant impact on the causes they care about long after they are gone, leaving a lasting legacy that changes the lives of others and inspires the community to do the same.
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Community Impact In December and March, our board of directors approved $442,866 in grants to 19 nonprofit organizations through our Community Grants program.
Ar ts, Culture & Humanities
Education
THE LANDMARK THEATRE - $26,000
ONONDAGA COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY $25,000
Purchase and install a new concession sales system to increase revenue LE MOYNE COLLEGE - $10,000
Present a concert commemorating the 400th anniversary of Shakespeare’s death in collaboration with Syracuse City School District students and musicians from Symphoria NATIONAL ABOLITION HALL OF FAME $6,045
Purchase a lift to provide access to the second floor of its building in Peterboro, where the museum and hall of fame are located SKANEATELES FESTIVAL - $20,000
Purchase portable sound, lighting and recording equipment for the Robinson Pavilion to improve the audience experience SYMPHORIA - $25,200
Provide Syracuse City School students in grades 3-5 with an opportunity to experience live orchestral music through Carnegie’s Link Up: The Orchestra Sings! SYRACUSE CHILDREN’S THEATER - $23,105
Update its vocal amplification equipment to enhance student performances SYRACUSE STAGE - $25,000
Support production costs, community education and outreach opportunities for To Kill a Mockingbird
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Add new teen and makerspace areas during its Central Branch renovation to provide the community with the latest equipment to advance skills in science, technology, engineering, arts and math
Environment & Animals MADISON COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT $16,070
Assess the potential health impacts of a gas compressor station on nearby residents ONONDAGA EARTH CORPS - $17,000
Implement Connect the Drops, an anti-littering campaign conducted by a youth crew that is designed to reduce polluted storm water run-off and beautify the streetscape in underserved communities ONONDAGA LAKE CONSERVATION CORPS $30,000
Engage a local coordinator to oversee its environmental education and community engagement activities SPAY AND NEUTER SYRACUSE - $24,413
Purchase surgical equipment that will increase its capacity to deliver services after its move to a new location
Health AURORA OF CENTRAL NEW YORK - $12,600
Provide hearing aids for youth (ages 4-18) who are hard of hearing
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cnycf.org/grants
to learn more about our grants.
ST. CAMILLUS HEALTH & REHABILITATION CENTER - $42,583
MCMAHON/RYAN CHILD ADVOCACY CENTER - $18,400
Replace the call bell system in its sub-acute rehabilitation unit to improve patient safety
Conduct a marketing campaign focused on Child Abuse Prevention Month
WHOLE ME - $19,600
SYRACUSE MODEL NEIGHBORHOOD FACILITY - $50,000
Purchase equipment that will provide increased opportunities for hands-on learning activities at its after-school program for children who are hard of hearing
Human Services JEWISH HOME OF CENTRAL NEW YORK $25,000
Install wireless technology infrastructure to support the Health Connection project
Hire a Deputy Director to provide administrative capacity and support for the Greater Syracuse HOPE Initiative, an effort to decrease poverty within our community’s neighborhoods
Public & Societal Benefit VILLAGE OF CAZENOVIA - $26,850
Develop a new park and trail system along Chittenango Creek that will include a boardwalk, experiential play elements and a walking trail
These grants were made possible through the support of the following funds: Shirley M. Aubrey Fund
Carlton R. Estey Fund
The Martha Fund
Charlotte and Donald Ball Fund
John M. & Mary L. Gallinger Fund
Helen Hancock McClintock Fund
The Benji Fund
Alice M. Gaylord Trusts
James & Aileen Miller Fund
Besse Family Fund
Minnie O. Goodman Estate Fund
Charles F. Brannock Fund
Frances E. & John S. Hancock Fund
Donald C. & Marion F. Newton Fund
Shirley M. Brennan Fund William L. Broad Fund Elizabeth Salisbury Brooks Fund Kenneth P. & Charlotte C. Buckley Fund Thomas & Mary Cabasino Fund Carriage House Foundation Fund Philip R. & Elizabeth E. Chase Fund Clarke Family Fund Solly & Belle Cohen Fund Community Fund Mary Frances Costello Fund J. Henry & Martha E. DeBoer Fund Alfred & Grace Dibella Fund John S. & Julia G. Dietz Fund Mary Louise Dunn #2 Fund Margaret J. Early Fund Educational Endowment Fund Environmental Fund
Peggy Ogden Community Fund
Carroll A. Hennessy Fund
Dorothy M. Olds Fund
Frances Singer Hennessy Fund
P-D Family Fund
Anthony A. & Susan E. Henninger Memorial Fund
John R. Pelkey Community Fund
Hills Family Fund
J. Daniel & Diane Pluff Fund
Flora Mather Hosmer Fund
Theodore & Marjorie B. Pierson Fund
I.A. Hotze Fund
Robert & Anne Pietrafesa Fund
Iaconis, Iaconis & Baum Fund
Robert A. & Winifred S. Pond Family Fund
Dorothy Retan Irish Fund Harry and Helen Barnes Jewell Fund Martha & Eugene F. Keppler Fund Marjorie D. Kienzle Fund Faith T. Knapp Memorial Fund George & Luella Krahl Fund Alicia A. & George W. Lee Fund L.C. Maier Community Fund Gay D. Marsellus Fund John F. Marsellus Fund
Ralph Myron Sayer and Sophrona Davis Sayer Endowment Fund Helene C. Schroeder Fund Daniel & Jeanne Schwartz Fund Frederick B. & Laura B. Scott Fund Dorothy R. Shoudy Memorial Hearing Impaired Fund Winifred & DeVillo Sloan Jr. Family Fund Lee & Alice Smith Fund Spanfelner Fund Syracuse Dispensary Fund Frances M. Thompson Fund Olga Dietz Turner Fund Carolyn V. West Fund
Brian Cole Retan Memorial Fund
Dorothy C. Witherill Fund
James A. & McDowell Smith Reynolds Fund
The Witherill Fund
Lawrence E. Root Fund Tiny Rubenstein Animal Welfare Fund Rosalind & Seymour Rudolph Fund Robert M. & Dorothy M. Salisbury Fund Durston Sanford & Doris Sanford Fund
Forrest H. Witmeyer Fund Arthur W. & Mabel P. Wrieden Memorial Fund
To learn more about these funds and many others that make our grantmaking possible, visit the Funds & Donors page at www.cnycf.org.
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Poverty in our Hometown
Granting Matters
Over the past six months, the Community Foundation has been engaged with an emerging group of neighborhood and community leaders in what is known as the Greater Syracuse H.O.P.E. (Health, Opportunity, Prosperity and Empowerment) Initiative. Greater Syracuse H.O.P.E. seeks to bring a diverse group of residents and partners together to create new pathways of opportunity for community members transitioning from economically deprived situations. by John Eberle Vice President, Grants & Community Initiatives
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In March of this year, articles in the Syracuse Post-Standard told the stories of courageous individuals taking steps to break the cycle of poverty. The stories of their journeys highlight the ways a little help from the community has made a difference to those pursuing self-sufficiency. Sadly, poverty and segregation is a growing reality for many in Syracuse. Half of the children in Syracuse, more than 16,000 kids, live in poverty. Nearly 50,000 people in all, more than onethird of the city’s population, share the same circumstance. Syracuse is the 16th poorest U.S. city among 585 ranked cities. According to a study by Professor Paul A. Jargowsky at Rutgers University, Syracuse has the highest rates of concentrated poverty for African American and Hispanic populations among the 100 largest cities in the nation. In short, poor neighborhoods are getting poorer and concentrations of poverty along racial lines are getting worse, making the realization of the American dream simply that: a dream with little chance of becoming a reality for those living in impoverished neighborhoods. The H.O.P.E. Initiative’s goal is to propel our entire community forward into a promising and inclusive future. Since H.O.P.E. began preliminary meetings to discuss community needs and possible new solutions, Governor Andrew Cuomo formally announced a $25 million Empire State Poverty Reduction Initiative (ESPRI) that seeks to promote public-private partnerships to increase economic mobility for all New Yorkers. Initially, ten cities including Syracuse will receive $500,000 in planning and implementation grants along with access to a $20 million grant pool to match private sector and foundation funding. The Community Foundation is committed to addressing our community’s critical poverty issues. If you would like to learn more about our work on this issue and join our efforts to decrease poverty in Syracuse, please contact me at jeberle@cnycf.org or 315-422-9538.
Refugees
Unique Service Grows to Assist Unfamiliar customs, cultures and languages are a few of the common barriers refugees face upon relocating to a new country. Human service organizations provide basic support in these areas, but some individuals are facing another hurdle that makes it even more difficult to navigate through those adjustments: being deaf or hard of hearing.
“Community accessibility remains a challenge for many refugees even after they learn our language, but we noticed it was a bigger struggle for the ones with hearing loss,” said Debra Chaiken, Executive Director Monu Chhetri teaches American Sign Language at Aurora of Central New York. of Aurora of Central New York. “It’s hard enough to learn a new language about: as it is.” According to Hearing Loss Association of America, approximately 20% of Americans over age 18 report some trouble hearing. Staff at Aurora noticed that the number of refugees with hearing loss that they were serving had steadily increased over the past few years. The organization, which offers resources and support for those with hearing and/or vision loss, realized that a staff member solely focused on deaf interpreting in the refugee community could make a world of difference. With the help of a Community Foundation grant, Aurora hired Monu Chhetri last year to assume a part-time position while training to acquire the skills needed to become a certified deaf interpreter and a job readiness coach for refugees who are deaf or hard of hearing. “After my mother and I immigrated to Syracuse from a Nepalese refugee camp, I noticed other refugees were isolated from engaging in the community and wanted to help them adjust to their new lives,” she said.
Chhetri recently received American citizenship.
Being deaf herself, Chhetri’s first-hand experience learning Nepalese and American Sign Language has been invaluable to her role in teaching weekly sign language classes and providing job training through the organization’s pre-vocational and job placement programs. Aurora now delivers a total of 14,900 hours of interpreting services yearly, and visitors can utilize community resource services more easily. (cont. on pg. 10)
Across our nation and in our community, one out of every three individuals will have some degree of hearing loss that impacts their ability to function by age 65, while one out of every six will lose a significant degree of vision. Aurora of Central New York is committed to delivering the highest quality programs and services to meet the emerging needs of local residents with vision or hearing loss. Learn more at auroraofcny.org.
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and choose Nonprofit Stories to read about our grants’ impact.
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Welcome, New Board Members!
Fahy
Leatherman
Caragh D. Fahy, CFP®, President and Owner, Madison Financial Planning Group Caragh Fahy has 20 years of experience in the financial services industry. Caragh earned the Certified Financial Planner™ certification through the American College. She is Past-President of the Financial Planning Association (FPA) of Central New York and still serves on its board. She was recently invited to be one of 500 financial advisors to attend the exclusive Barron’s Top Women’s Summit. Prior to joining our board, Caragh served on the Community Foundation’s Professional Advisory Council. She recently completed her tenure as Chair of the Women’s Fund of Central New York, an affiliate fund of the Community Foundation, which provides grants to local organizations that serve the needs of women and girls. Larry R. Leatherman, Retired, Milton J. Rubenstein Museum of Science & Technology and Bristol-Myers Squibb Larry Leatherman received his MBA from the Whitman School of Management at Syracuse University. During his time as President of the MOST, Larry led a $9 million capital campaign to revitalize museum exhibits, developed new collaborations with major universities and improved educational outreach activities that resulted in a major collaboration with the Syracuse City School District. Prior to this, Larry worked for many years as Senior Director, Americas Operations at Bristol-Myers Squibb in Syracuse where he was responsible for streamlining, optimizing and rationalizing the company’s manufacturing network.
Farewell & Thank You
Sephuma
We extend a heart-felt congratulations to our long-time Director of Community Grantmaking, Olive Sephuma. In February, Olive joined the local nonprofit InterFaith Works to serve as Director of the Center for New Americans. We miss her and her many contributions to our grantmaking work, but we are glad she is still in Syracuse serving our friends and neighbors as they start new lives in the community. We know Olive’s thoughtfulness, compassion and deep commitment to community and community-building will impact hundreds of lives in the days to come. Join us in congratulating Olive when you see her next!
Refugees (cont. from pg. 9) “Our organization has strengthened since Monu joined our staff and she’s truly changed the lives of so many refugees,” said Chaiken. “We are proud to support individuals in learning the appropriate language, culture, resources and eventually job readiness skills to live with independence and opportunity.”
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Chhetri plans to continue her impactful work, which now holds new meaning to her after recently receiving her American Citizenship. “I am truly touched by all the love and support I’ve received from my family, friends and co-workers,” said Chhetri. “My work has been so rewarding. Being a Citizen of the United States is something I am so thankful for, and I can’t wait to help others achieve the same thing.”
Calendar: Upcoming Events & Deadlines Join us for some of our exciting events and workshops this year! Visit cnycf.org/events to register. May
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MAY 26, 2016: N.E.W.S.: MANAGING NONPROFIT FINANCES – BEST PRACTICES
Featuring Gail Kinsella, The Bonadio Group, & Local Panelists Establish role of treasurer and budget, financial controls and risk management. 9:00 am – 12:00 pm JUNE 28, 2016: N.E.W.S.: FUNDRAISING TRAINING FOR NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS
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Featuring Steve Jacobs and Phil Holstein Gain a different perspective on the fundraising process. Participants learn techniques to build confidence and make fundraising comfortable for everyone. 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
August
AUGUST 17, 2016: N.E.W.S.: GETTING SOCIAL MEDIA TO WORK FOR YOU
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September
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Featuring Kevin Morrow, Syracuse University, & Local Panelists Join a panel of local social media experts as they discuss how to best utilize social media to promote your organization’s work. 9:00 am – 12:00 pm SEPTEMBER 22, 2016: N.E.W.S.: CONFLICT MANAGEMENT SKILLS
Featuring Catherine Gerard, Syracuse University Learn practical ways to de-escalate conflict while building team rapport. 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
upcoming grant deadlines Community Grants June 24, 2016 September 23, 2016 Pulaski Fund Grants June 30, 2016 January 31, 2017 Oswego Fund Grants July 15, 2016 Cayuga Fund Grants August 15, 2016
SEPTEMBER 27, 2016: FAMILY PHILANTHROPY PANEL DISCUSSION
September Presented in partnership with the New York Family Business Center at Le Moyne
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October
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October
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College Featuring Tom Rogerson, Wilmington Trust A leader in the area of family philanthropy and expert panelists will discuss the impact of family philanthropy in our local area and ways philanthropy can thrive in our community. 8:30 am – 10:00 am
OCTOBER 20, 2016 N.E.W.S.: INTRODUCTION TO GRANT WRITING
Featuring Sara Wason and Melissa Whipps, Syracuse University Increase chances of success in grant writing by learning how to make a compelling case, work with funders and build relationships. 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
OCTOBER 25, 2016: STUPID CHARITABLE TRICKS: PLANNING MISTAKES I HAVE SEEN
Annual Continuing Education Workshop for Professional Advisors Featuring Ramsay Slugg, J.D., U.S. Trust How well-intentioned gifts to charity may produce unexpected bad results. Crowne Plaza Syracuse, 701 E. Genesee Street, Syracuse 7:30 am – 10:00 am
November NOVEMBER 16, 2016 N.E.W.S.: TAPPING INTO CORPORATE
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PHILANTHROPY
Featuring Steve Kulick, Le Moyne College Explore types of corporate support, trends in corporate philanthropy, expectations of nonprofit partners, and tips on building corporate relationships. 9:00 am – 12:00 pm DECEMBER 13, 2016 N.E.W.S.: USING DATA TO MEASURE, IMPACT, AND DRIVE DECISION MAKING
Featuring Frank Ridzi, Ph.D., Central New York Community Foundation Learn how to identify, track and utilize programming outputs and outcomes to enhance performance management and improve programs and services. 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
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Greener, Healthier Homes Coming to Syracuse Residents of the City of Syracuse will soon be able to breathe easier knowing that their homes are free of unhealthy hazards while saving on energy costs. The Community Foundation is excited to partner with Home HeadQuarters, the Health Foundation of Western and Central New York, the City of Syracuse, Onondaga County and other community partners in the launch of Green & Healthy Homes Initiative Greater Syracuse, a program designed to correct home health and safety hazards faced by low-income homeowners in Syracuse. In collaboration with the Green & Healthy Home Initiative, a national nonprofit dedicated to breaking the link between unhealthy housing and unhealthy residents, this local partnership will work to replace stand-alone housing intervention programs with an integrated, whole-house approach. The renovations will be designed to help low-income Syracuse households use less energy and create homes free of hazards that cause health issues and negatively affect a person’s success with work or school. This effort was created through a $1 million grant from New York State through the office of Attorney General Eric T. Schneiderman. The Community Foundation is providing convening, facilitation, program evaluation and grant funding assistance. The initiative’s first three pilot homes are already well underway. We look forward to sharing stories of healthier and safer Syracuse families coming out of this effort in the near future.