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REPG Publication: "Incorporating Racial Equity and Inclusion into Communication Strategy"
The Race and Equity in Philanthropy Group (REPG) has released a new paper entitled "Incorporating Racial Equity and Inclusion into Communication Strategy."
How Community Driven Philanthropy Can Enhance Democracy and Increase Philanthropic Impact
As society continues to grapple with how best to apply philanthropy toward solving the many pressing issues of our times, it is important to…
IN THE NEWS: David Maurrasse on Cheddar News (The Cost of Hosting Olympic Games)
Marga Inc.’s David Maurrasse, Ph.D. spoke with Cheddar News on the societal costs and benefits to hosting an Olympic Games. This interview came following the publication of David’s…
Tokyo Olympics 2021: What Will Be the Lasting Impacts?
The latest version of the Olympic Games are upon us, and once again, it is time to review the value of major international sporting events to local communities. Cities across the world continue to present elaborate bids, hoping to secure these substantial experiences that require tremendous local investment in venues, transportation, housing, and other resources...
A new publication from Dr. David Maurrasse
This important book focuses on particular aspects of the development and implementation of community partnerships based in – and focused on – neighborhoods, municipalities, and regions.
May 2021 - Anchor Institutions Task Force Update
Dear AITF Members:
Please note that this is the last chance for submissions for the 2022 cohort of the Anchor Fellows…
Philanthropy During COVID-19
In a new article as part of the Earth Institute's Coronavirus coverage, Dr David Maurrasse discusses the role of philanthropy during the pandemic. Read on the State of the Planet here.
WEBINAR Recording: Anchor Institutions and Public Policy Toward Just and Equitable Communities
During this webinar, we discussed our latest AITF policy brief, Pursuing Just and Equitable Communities, and the roles of anchor institutions in local communities especially during the COVID-19 pandemic
WEBINAR (April 19): Panel Announcement - Anchor Institutions and Public Policy Toward Just and Equitable Communities
We’re pleased to announce that Kinnard D Wright (HUD) and Tanisha Jumper (City of Tacoma, Wash.) will be joining Dr David Maurrasse on April 19, 2021 at 1:00 PM ET for our webinar discussing our latest policy brief Anchors and Public Policy Toward Just and Equitable Communities.
April 2021 - Anchor Institutions Task Force Update
The importance of anchors to the future of communities has never been clearer. As we have been demonstrating since the onset of the pandemic, hospitals, universities, and…
WEBINAR (April 19): Anchor Institutions and Public Policy Toward Just and Equitable Communities
This webinar will feature representatives from U.S. Federal agencies and local policymakers discussing creative community and economic development strategies in challenging times.
March 2021 - Anchor Institutions Task Force Update
As you know, policy advocacy is a growing aspect of the Anchor Institutions Task Force’s work. This must be the case, given the magnitude of need.
David Maurrasse speaking at March 11 COVID-19 Philanthropy Webinar
David Maurrasse, Ph.D. of Marga Inc. will join Sally Ray (Center for Disaster Philanthropy), Grace Sato (Candid), and Clare Woodcraft (Centre for Strategic Philanthropy) in a discussion on COVID-19 philanthropy in 2020.
January Anchor Institutions Task Force Update
The first few weeks of 2021 have been eventful to say the least. So much of the world has been defined by a traumatic and deadly pandemic that continues to define our existence…
AITF 2022 Fellows - Request for Applications
The Anchor Institutions Task Force (AITF) is seeking applications for the second cohort (the current cohort includes five…
REPG Paper Series: "Incorporating Racial Equity and Inclusion into Institutional Strategies"
The Race and Equity in Philanthropy Group has release the First Edition in a series of papers entitled “Incorporating Racial Equity and Inclusion into Institutional Strategies.”
David Maurrasse on COVID-19, Racism, and Philanthropy
Read David Maurrasse’s piece on GrantCraft tackling the role of philanthropy during COVID-19.
AITF Tenth Anniversary Conference
Join the AITF in New York City, October 24 & 25, 2019! See the full agenda for a complete list of sessions and speakers, including the Opening Plenary Keynote by Andrew Delbanco, President of the Teagle Foundation.
Annual AITF Conference, November 15 & 16, 2018
The Anchor Institutions Task Force (AITF), a growing network of around 700 leaders promoting the engagement of anchor institutions in community and economic development, is holding its Annual…