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Challenges and Opportunities for the Nonprofits Sector

November 19, 2008

Geoffrey Canada president, CEO, Harlem Children’s Zone

Linda Gibbs deputy mayor, health and human services, New York City

Nonprofits are tested during periods of economic hardship. How can they—both individually and collectively—be prepared to meet the impending economic storm? The Foundation Center, New York Regional Association of Grantmakers (NYRAG), United Way of New York City, and Citi host a roundtable forum for thought leaders from New York’s nonprofit, philanthropic, business and public sectors. Geoffrey Canada, President and CEO of Harlem Children’s Zone, delivers the keynote address. Then Linda Gibbs, Deputy Mayor for Health and Human Services, offers her remarks.

Topics: Business & Economics

Tags: Banking & Finance | charity | Economics | financial crisis | nonprofits | Economics | Industry | Non-Profit | Philanthropy

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