Jean Shafiroff, philanthropist, author, and humanitarian, hosted an elegant holiday cocktail reception in her Upper East Side apartment to benefit the Mission Society of New York City.
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Rodney Leon To Serve As Special Advisor To Team Leading Harlem African Burial Ground Community Engagement
Bridge Philanthropic Consulting, selected by The New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC) and the Harlem African Burial Ground Initiative (HABGI) to lead community engagement.
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NYC Second Chance Rescue Hosts 4th Annual Rescue Ball Gala With Don Lemon, Mike Woods And Many More
NYC Second Chance Rescue held their 4th annual Rescue Ball Gala, at Sony Hall in New York City. The Rescue Ball is the Charity’s largest Life-Saving event of the year.
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The Frogs Club, An Artist Philanthropic Organization Formed In Harlem, NY, 1908
On this date in 1908, The Frogs Club was organized in Harlem, New York. The Frogs was a group of Black theatrical professionals.
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Inner-City Scholarship Fund Raises $1.1 Million At 46th Annual Awards Dinner
Supporters of the Inner-City Scholarship Fund raised over $1.1 million at the 46th Annual Inner-City Scholarship Fund Awards Dinner on Tuesday, November 28, 2023.
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NYC Early Childhood Program Expands To Reach More Kids From Harlem And Beyond
A successful Early Intervention (EI) initiative for New York City children is receiving additional support from three philanthropic foundations to expand electronic referral and retention efforts for underserved communities.
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Room To Grow Marks 25th Year Of Philanthropic Flavor With NYC Black-Tie Gala And Blue Carpet
On Wednesday, October 25, 2023, Room to Grow celebrated its 25th anniversary at the Ziegfeld Ballroom in New York City.
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New York Cares Launches Its 34th Annual Coat Drive To Support New Yorkers
New York Cares, the largest volunteer network in New York City, today announced the official launch of its 34th Annual Coat Drive.
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French Heritage Society Kicks Off Its 40th Anniversary Season In Philanthropic Style
Celebrating its 40th Anniversary in 2022, French Heritage Society will mark its milestone year on both sides of the Atlantic this fall with a 40th Anniversary Gala.
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Homeless Children Experience The Magic Of Toy Stores From Harlem To Hollywood
Win, New York City’s largest provider of shelter and support services for homeless women and their children, has teamed up with Target and other companies to provide gifts to homeless children this holiday season.Continue reading
GOSO Opens New Office In Harlem, For More Services To Justice-Involved People Citywide
Yesterday, GOSO participants, local elected officials, and members of the Harlem community joined GOSO’s CEO, leadership team, co-founder, board members for a ribbon-cutting.Continue reading
Philanthropist And Harlem Fave Jean Shafiroff Hosts Luncheon In Honor Of Stacey Leuilette
Philanthropist, author, and TV host Jean Shafiroff, and Christine Schott Ledes, hosted a luncheon in honor of Stacey Leuilette at Le Bilboquet, in Palm Beach, Florida.Continue reading
Harlem’s Leslie Fields-Cruz Named To Crain’s New York Business’ Black Notables List
Leslie Fields-Cruz, executive director of Black Public Media (BPM), has been named to Crain’s New York Business’ 2021 Notable Black Leaders and Executives list.Continue reading
The BET’s All-Star NFL Lineup Joins The 22nd Annual Super Bowl Gospel Celebration
Dallas Cowboy QB Dak Prescott and Tampa Bay Buccaneers QB Tom Brady have joined the All-Star lineup of NFL players set to appear on the 22nd Annual Super Bowl Gospel Celebration.Continue reading
These Three Steps To Smarter Giving Are Easy And Inspiring From Harlem To Hollis
For those in need it's always the season for giving—and planning how to make the world a better place next year—The Robb Report last year spoke with Melanie Schnoll Begun about the best ways to go the distance with a philanthropic plan. Continue reading