Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors

$1M Impact Prize to Fund Workforce Innovation, Advance Economic Mobility Applications Now Open

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Monday, April 29, 2024
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NEW YORK, April 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Impact Prize today announced an inaugural call for applications from nonprofits working to advance economic prosperity through quality employment for more people in the United States.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, April 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Impact Prize today announced an inaugural call for applications from nonprofits working to advance economic prosperity through quality employment for more people in the United States.
  • This new $1M open call award is focused on organizations that have a proven track record of improving economic mobility through innovative workforce development and technical training initiatives.
  • The vision for the Impact Prize grew out of Tom Iovino's experience in training and developing his team of employees.
  • To register or to learn more about the Impact Prize, please visit www.theimpactprize.org.

New Inclusive Creative Economy Strategy to demonstrate that the U.S. creative economy can deliver market rate returns alongside positive social impact

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Tuesday, April 23, 2024
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NEW YORK, April 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Upstart Co-Lab, a sponsored project of nonprofit Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors, announced today the first dedicated impact investment portfolio for the U.S. creative economy. The Inclusive Creative Economy Strategy launches with nearly $15 million committed, including program related investments from foundations, recoverable grants from donor advised funds, and mission related investments from endowed arts organizations—plus general operating grants to Upstart in lieu of management fees. The U.S. creative economy was most recently valued at over $1 trillion by the National Endowment for the Arts—even before considering film, fashion, video games, beauty, food, and other key commercial creative industries. Upstart's pipeline of qualified investment opportunities currently requires $100 million in growth capital.

Key Points: 
  • Because the creative economy values merit and originality it can help to build a more inclusive economic future.
  • At Upstart, we believe impact investing in the creative economy will contribute to the kind of economic prosperity that democracy depends upon."
  • Upstart is implementing the Strategy within ImpactAssets , an impact investment firm that has been a field trailblazer for more than a decade.
  • Upstart anticipates its demonstration portfolio will incentivize impact fund managers and wealth advisors to prioritize creative industry investment opportunities.

Center for Community Investment’s Leadership Development Program Announces 16 Fellows Focused on Resilient, Equitable Communities

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Wednesday, January 10, 2024
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These 16 dynamic changemakers will participate in a 13-month action-learning program that equips leaders with the community investment, racial equity, and adaptive leadership knowledge and skills to ignite lasting change in communities.

Key Points: 
  • These 16 dynamic changemakers will participate in a 13-month action-learning program that equips leaders with the community investment, racial equity, and adaptive leadership knowledge and skills to ignite lasting change in communities.
  • They will join a growing, network of leaders who are committed to advancing racial equity and supporting disinvested communities to achieve their environmental, social, and economic priorities.
  • This year’s Fellows span the country from California to Maine and Florida to Colorado, using their work in affordable housing, climate resilience, philanthropy, and community and economic development to spark more resilient, equitable communities.
  • This is a critical moment for building and deploying the community investment and leadership strategies that will help these exceptional Fulcrum Fellows achieve the visions of their communities,” said CCI Executive Director Robin Hacke.

Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors' 'Reimagined Philanthropy' Accelerates the Journey to Philanthropic Impact

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023
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In today's evolving philanthropic landscape, the need for a resource that demystifies the complexities of giving has never been more significant.

Key Points: 
  • In today's evolving philanthropic landscape, the need for a resource that demystifies the complexities of giving has never been more significant.
  • "Reimagined Philanthropy" fills this gap, offering a structured approach firmly rooted in the credibility and expertise RPA has cultivated as a leader in the philanthropic sector for over two decades.
  • Reimagined Philanthropy serves as a guide for this transformative journey, empowering individuals, families, and organizations to become architects of positive change."
  • RPA Board Chair Valerie Rockefeller remarks, "Reimagined Philanthropy is a significant milestone in the evolution of philanthropy towards justice.

Tear the Paper Ceiling Gains Momentum As It Celebrates First Anniversary

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023
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In the first year of the initiative, Tear the Paper Ceiling corporate partners collectively opened up more than 34,000 jobs to STARs.

Key Points: 
  • In the first year of the initiative, Tear the Paper Ceiling corporate partners collectively opened up more than 34,000 jobs to STARs.
  • “The past year is only the beginning of a national effort to tear the paper ceiling.
  • Most importantly, Tear the Paper Ceiling coalition corporate partners are actively working to create more opportunities for STARs at their own companies.
  • SkyHive has integrated its AI-powered skills software with fellow Tear the Paper Ceiling Coalition member Workday’s Human Capital Management and Skills Cloud solutions.

Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors Names Latanya Mapp Frett as New President & CEO

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023
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NEW YORK, Oct. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors (RPA) today announced Latanya Mapp Frett will be its next President and CEO, succeeding Melissa Berman in the role she founded.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Oct. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors (RPA) today announced Latanya Mapp Frett will be its next President and CEO, succeeding Melissa Berman in the role she founded.
  • We salute Melissa's legacy and look forward to supporting Latanya in our ongoing work of accelerating philanthropy in pursuit of a just world," said RPA Board Chairperson Valerie Rockefeller.
  • An attorney by training, Ms. Mapp Frett began her career at the NAACP Legal Defense and Education Fund in Washington, DC.
  • In addition, Ms. Mapp Frett is an ICAP and Woodrow Wilson Fellow, as well as a member of the prestigious Council on Foreign Relations.

Ford Foundation Gallery Celebrates Lasting Impact of the Art for Justice Fund in Upcoming Group Exhibition

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Wednesday, March 8, 2023
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NEW YORK, March 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Ford Foundation Gallery is pleased to present No Justice Without Love, an exhibition featuring the transformational work of artists, thought partners, and supporters who make up the Art for Justice Fund (A4J) community. The exhibition is an invitation to engage with the Fund's mission of bringing together artists, activists, and allied donors in the movement to end mass incarceration. By emphasizing the voices, experiences, and artistic practices of those most directly impacted by the nation's criminal justice system, No Justice Without Love aims to reflect collectively, and actively, on the possibilities of a future where safety is shared and available to all. No Justice Without Love opens on April 4 with a public opening from 6 to 8 p.m. featuring a special performance by artist/composer/musician Paul Rucker. The exhibition will be on view at Ford Foundation Gallery in New York through June 30, 2023.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, March 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Ford Foundation Gallery is pleased to present No Justice Without Love, an exhibition featuring the transformational work of artists, thought partners, and supporters who make up the Art for Justice Fund (A4J) community.
  • No Justice Without Love opens on April 4 with a public opening from 6 to 8 p.m. featuring a special performance by artist/composer/musician Paul Rucker.
  • The exhibition will be on view at Ford Foundation Gallery in New York through June 30, 2023.
  • Inspired by Agnes Gund's transformative gift, over 250 donors—including artists, art collectors, family foundations, corporate donors, and other individuals—gave generously to expand A4J's impact," says Berman.

Anthony Preston/A2 Productions Taps Ultra Naté, Angelica Ross & the Who's-Who of LGBTQ+ Influencers for "FIERCE" Song, Video & Trans Awareness Campaign

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Saturday, February 18, 2023
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LOS ANGELES, Feb. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Ultra Naté, chart topping Dance/EDM artist joins Angelica Ross (American Horror Story, Pose, Chicago on Broadway), and Mila Jam (Rent) to deliver a stunning vocal performance on the A2 Productions (Anthony Preston/Andre Lindal) (Kelly Clarkson, Britney Spears, Justin Bieber, etc.) written and produced dance/pop track "Fierce," released on February 14, 2023 (A2 Productions/Symphonic Distribution) – but that's only part of the story. The accompanying music video features a roll call of the biggest LGTBQ+ influencers, community leaders and allies (inc. Brandy, Kalen Allen, Sarah Kate Ellis, Muni Long, Gabrielle Union and Tina Knowles-Lawson) in a masterpiece visual directed by Frank Gatson (Beyoncé, Rhianna, En Vogue).

Key Points: 
  • written and produced dance/pop track "Fierce," released on February 14, 2023 (A2 Productions/Symphonic Distribution) – but that's only part of the story.
  • The accompanying music video features a roll call of the biggest LGTBQ+ influencers, community leaders and allies (inc.
  • Brandy, Kalen Allen, Sarah Kate Ellis, Muni Long, Gabrielle Union and Tina Knowles-Lawson) in a masterpiece visual directed by Frank Gatson (Beyoncé, Rhianna, En Vogue).
  • Music and entertainment, especially in the digital era, provide a powerful platform to connect with and inspire the world.

Convergence Collaborative on Digital Discourse for a Thriving Democracy and Resilient Communities Challenges Diverse Leaders to Tackle their Political, Ideological, and Sectoral Divides

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Thursday, January 26, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Jan. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Convergence Center for Policy Resolution (Convergence), the leader in building collaborations across political, ideological, sectoral, and cultural divides to solve intractable issues, today released the Discovery Report for its newest project, the Convergence Collaborative on Digital Discourse for a Thriving Democracy and Resilient Communities. The report lays out the primary conflicting perspectives around the causes and potential solutions to the insidious online trends that are driving increasingly toxic levels of divisiveness, partisanship, hate, and unreliable information.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, Jan. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Convergence Center for Policy Resolution (Convergence), the leader in building collaborations across political, ideological, sectoral, and cultural divides to solve intractable issues, today released the Discovery Report for its newest project, the Convergence Collaborative on Digital Discourse for a Thriving Democracy and Resilient Communities .
  • However, about 71% of Americans say the internet does more to divide us than bring us together , and 72% believe that disinformation is a threat to democracy .
  • "This challenge has languished too long as a result of competing perspectives and interests not coming together," said David Eisner, CEO of Convergence.
  • Additional information about this free event and a link to register can be found here .

Earth Charter at Conference on Spirituality in Education

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Thursday, October 20, 2022
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NEW YORK, October 20, 2022  /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Mirian Vilela will take part in the panel, "Building an Awakened Society: Leading from the Spiritual Core." Vilela will share key insights on how her 20 years of "value-based education" experience with the Earth Charter contributes to the quest of bringing spirituality to Education.

Key Points: 
  • Earth Charter International leaders, Mirian Vilela and Sam Crowell will speak at The Conference on Spirituality in Education at Colombia University in New York on October 22 and 23, 2022.
  • Vilela will share key insights on how her 20 years of "value-based education" experience with the Earth Charter contributes to the quest of bringing spirituality to Education.
  • We have a long history of working with both in successfully integrating Earth Charter principles with education," says Vilela.
  • Sam Crowell will offer a workshop on "Using the Earth Charter as a Portal for Spiritual Development."