Tag: philanthropy

‘Setting ourselves backwards’: EPA terminates $3M grant for El Puente, jeopardizing environmental justice project

el puente

Jun. 19, 2025 By Kirstyn Brendlen The people of South Williamsburg have, for decades, dealt with the long-term effects of  environmental abuses and climate change.  New York City considers the nabe an environmental justice area — meaning it has suffered “disproportionate negative impacts due to historical and existing social inequities without equal protection and…

Guild for Exceptional Children honors Bay Ridge leaders at annual ‘Exceptional Honorees’ gala

IMG_20241117_160731

Nov. 19, 2024 By Meaghan McGoldrick O'Neil It was a cause for celebration on Sunday as the Guild for Exceptional Children hosted its 2024 Exceptional Honorees gala on Sunday, Nov. 17 at Gargiulo’s Restaurant in Coney Island. The event recognized the remarkable contributions of local leaders who have made significant impacts on their communities,…

JPMorgan Chase showcases impact on New York City communities during tour of Brooklyn Navy Yard

NY: Jamie Dimon, CEO of JPMorgan Chase, hold roundtable discussion at BKNY

Oct. 15, 2024 By Gabriele Holtermann The chairman and CEO of JPMorgan Chase toured New York City earlier this month, engaging in roundtable discussions with community leaders in Harlem, Jackson Heights, Bed-Stuy and the Brooklyn Navy Yard. The tour emphasized JPMorgan Chase’s contributions to local communities. Jamie Dimon attended an Oct. 2 ribbon-cutting ceremony…