79 Fifth Avenue, Fourth Floor 212.714.0699 www.philanthropynewyork.org New York, NY 10003‐3076 212.239.2075 (fax) [email protected]What is Philanthropy New York? 285 New York-based grantmakers making almost $7 billion in grants a year. Philanthropy New York is a community of grantmakers. The region’s leading funders join Philanthropy New York to take advantage of its programmatic and network offerings, to forge collaborations with other funders, and to strengthen their leadership in the philanthropic sector. We provide resources for everyone associated with a foundation—trustees, executives, program and administrative staff, and family members. Philanthropy New York is a regional forum with global impact. Our members are based primarily, but not exclusively, in the New York region. They make grants in virtually every area, and champion local, national, and global causes. Their philanthropic missions tackle issues of concern for people and communities in New York City, in New York State, across the United States, and around the world. Philanthropy New York brings leaders together. Foundation executives and CEOs gather at Philanthropy New York to share their ideas and insights about best practices for the philanthropic sector and for our region. Philanthropy New York is also committed to increasing the scope and impact of organized philanthropy by connecting lawmakers directly to the issues that affect their constituents and their communities. Philanthropy New York generates and consolidates knowledge. Our peer networks bring together foundations funding in areas such as youth care and development, the environment, education, and disabled rights. These funders come together to combine their resources for maximum exposure—and maximum impact. New York is both the modern birthplace of professional philanthropy and home to more funders than any other place on earth—almost 7,000 grantmaking organizations. As new funders, innovations, and ways of giving affect the grantmaking landscape, Philanthropy New York serves as a catalyst and connector of people, institutions, ideas, resources, advocacy, and action for change. We ensure that the strategic voice of modern philanthropy is clearly heard. Philanthropy New York membership is open to private, corporate, family, operating, and public foundations, individual philanthropists, and philanthropic advisors. Philanthropy New York A Regional Forum With Global Impact.
285 New York-based grantmakers making almost $7 billion in grants a year.
Philanthropy New York is a community of grantmakers. The region’s leading funders join Philanthropy New York to take advantage of its programmatic and network offerings, to forge collaborations with other funders, and to strengthen their leadership in the philanthropic sector. We provide resources for everyone associated with a foundation—trustees, executives, program and administrative staff, and family members.
Philanthropy New York is a regional forum with global impact. Our members are based primarily, but not exclusively, in the New York region. They make grants in virtually every area, and champion local, national, and global causes. Their philanthropic missions tackle issues of concern for people and communities in New York City, in New York State, across the United States, and around the world.
Philanthropy New York brings leaders together. Foundation executives and CEOs gather at Philanthropy New York to share their ideas and insights about best practices for the philanthropic sector and for our region. Philanthropy New York is also committed to increasing the scope and impact of organized philanthropy by connecting lawmakers directly to the issues that affect their constituents and their communities.
Philanthropy New York generates and consolidates knowledge. Our peer networks bring together foundations funding in areas such as youth care and development, the environment, education, and disabled rights. These funders come together to combine their resources for maximum exposure—and maximum impact. New York is both the modern birthplace of professional philanthropy and home to more funders than any other place on earth—almost 7,000 grantmaking organizations. As new funders, innovations, and ways of giving affect the grantmaking landscape, Philanthropy New York serves as a catalyst and connector of people, institutions, ideas, resources, advocacy, and action for change. We ensure that the strategic voice of modern philanthropy is clearly heard.
Philanthropy New York membership is open to private, corporate, family, operating, and public foundations,
individual philanthropists, and philanthropic advisors.
Philanthropy New York A Regional Forum With Global Impact.
Why Join Philanthropy New York? Philanthropy New York is a catalyst and connector of people, institutions, ideas, resources, advocacy, and action for change. We ensure that the strategic voice of modern philanthropy is clearly heard.
As a Philanthropy New York member, you will:
� Connect with the largest community of funders in the New York region. You’ll join a diverse group of professionals committed to having an impact on emerging and persistent social issues at local, regional, and global levels. You’ll build personal relationships with members who are driven to improve their personal and organizational performance and stay on top of new methods and best practices.
� Capitalize on the substantial array of resources and support included in your membership. From our content-rich website to ongoing, personal assistance from our staff, an extraordinary breadth of support is at your fingertips—all provided in ways that respect your time and needs. If you’re like many of our members, you’ll use these resources to launch anything from funding initiatives to new careers!
� Cultivate a spirit of learning and performance improvement throughout your organization. That’s because your membership fee includes unlimited access for your entire staff. Our educational programs are inspired and designed by members and held locally (no travel expenses!) so no one is left out. When attending programs, you’ll find that discussion and debate is encouraged because in today’s economic environment, the questions are often as important as the answers.
� Collaborate with your peers. As you share ideas in our various forums, you’re likely to inspire other funders to partner with you. Together you’ll identify needs, coordinate funding to common causes, and share performance metrics. While collaboration is not a requirement, you’ll quickly see the value and efficiency in partnering with other professionals in these resource-constrained times.
� Champion important causes in ways that only the New York region can. While we never take a position on any issue, we do convene groups around events that clearly demand a concerted response. As a member, you could find yourself coming together with a host of other New York funders to answer an immediate need. Ask our members about their response to Hurricane Katrina and you’ll hear that it was efficient, impactful, and rewarding for all.
Philanthropy New York membership is open to private, corporate, family, operating, and public foundations,
individual philanthropists, and philanthropic advisors.
Philanthropy New York A Regional Forum With Global Impact.
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________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Name of Organization
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________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Fiscal Year End (mm/dd/yyyy) Assets at End of Fiscal Year Grants at End of Fiscal Year
Our organization is a(n):
independent private foundation* corporate private foundation religious or faith-based grantmaking organization
public foundation corporate contributions program philanthropic advisory service or organization operating foundation corporate foundation and contributions program community foundation individual donor who operates a grantmaking program in accordance with the practice of organized philanthropy
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Year founded ____________________ Total number of full-time staff ____________________________________
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Public Foundations
In the last completed fiscal year, our operating budget was $ ___________________________ and our grantmaking totaled $ _____________________
M E M B E R S H I P A P P L I C A T I O N
organization information
organization contacts
signatures All applicants, please read and sign: I affirm that, to the best of my knowledge, our organization is in compliance with applicable state and federal regulations and meets the attached requirements for Philanthropy New York membership.
Philanthropy New York is committed to In the Public Trust: A Statement on Shared Values & Professional Practices. If a copy of In the Public Trust was not included with your application materials, please visit www.philanthropynewyork.org.
Definition of Terms
Liaison: Your organization’s contact for general membership communications from Philanthropy New York
Bill Contact: Your organization’s contact for membership renewal matters
Web Contact: Individual authorized to update your organi-zation’s grantmaking information & staff roster on our website
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Please return your completed Membership Application and Dues Worksheet, staff and board listing with job titles and contact information, and dues payment toPhilanthropy New York, 79 Fifth Avenue, 4th Floor, New York, NY 10003-3076
www.philanthropynewyork.org
For additional information, call 212.714.0699
grantmaking priorities/interests
Advocacy Aging Agriculture AIDS Alcoholism Animal Care Anthropology Arts Arts Administration Arts in Education Cultural Outreach Programs Film, Video, and New Media Fine Arts/Museums
Music Performing Arts Arts Service Organizations Visual Arts Child Welfare Children and Youth Civic Affairs Civil Liberties Civil Rights Communications/Information Community Development Community Funds Community Organizing/Grassroots Community-based Organizations
Crime and Delinquency Prevention Disabled Disaster Relief Domestic Violence Drug Abuse Economic Development Economics Education Early Childhood Elementary Higher Public Secondary Vocational Economic Environmental Learning Disabled Literacy Math and Science Minority Groups Special Education Teacher Education Energy Environment Faith-based Organizations Family Family Planning
Government Accountability Government Policies and Issues Health Geriatrics Health Agencies Health Services Hospitals
Hunger/Food Security Medical Education Medical Research Medicine Mental Health Historic Preservation Housing/Homelessness Human Rights Humanities Immigration Indigenous Peoples International Affairs Jewish Interests Journalism Law and Justice Leadership Development Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and
Transgender (LGBT) Libraries Media
Minority Groups Natural Resources Neighborhoods Nonprofit Sector Parks/Conservation Peace and Security Philanthropy Population Issues Poverty Public Policy Rehabilitation Religion Reproductive Rights Rural Concerns Science and Technology Social Science Research Social Services and Welfare Urban Affairs Veterinary Medicine Volunteerism Voting Rights Women Workforce Development
geographic focus
International Africa Asia
Europe
Middle East
North America
Oceania
South America
United States New York State
Please check all that apply.
types of support
Building/Renovation Capacity-building Support Capital Campaigns Conferences/Seminars Emergency Funds Employee Matching Gifts Employee Volunteer Services
Endowments/Reserve Funds General Operating Support Grants to Individuals In-Kind Support/Donated Products Matching/Challenge Support Program/Project-Specific Support Program-related Investments/Loans
Publications Research Scholarships/Fellowships/Internships Seed Money Special Projects Sponsorships Technical Assistance Support
Please check all that apply.
Please check all that apply.
New York City (please check specific
boroughs if you don’t work city-wide) Bronx
Brooklyn Manhattan
Queens
Staten Island
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Regular membership in Philanthropy New York is open to any organization that or individual who meets our eligibility criteria. If the membership eligibility statement was not included with your application materials, please contact us at 212.714.0699 or visit www.philanthropynewyork.org.
Associate membership is open to any organization that meets the eligibility criteria for regular membership and also conforms to the following statement: “If your organization maintains at least seventy-five percent of its total employees AND at least ninety percent of its executive team in offices located more than 50 miles from New York City, it qualifies for associate membership at a flat annual rate, currently $1,200. “Those staff members and trustees based in the New York region may attend Philanthropy New York programs and receive services at member rates and may serve on Board committees, but cannot serve on the Philanthropy New York Board of Directors. Associate members also cannot vote at Philanthropy New York’s Annual Meeting.”
Professional Philanthropic Advisors will pay according to the prevailing dues schedule by following one of two methods:
a. An individual advisor, whether operating on his/her own or a member of a larger firm, may elect to join Philanthropy New York as the representative of one or more of his/her client foundations. The client foundation will join as a regular member and pay standard Philanthropy New York dues based on its grantmaking budget. The advisor will be listed as the Philanthropy New York liaison and enjoy full member status. No other staff, if any, at the advisory firm will have access to Philanthropy New York programs or resources under this membership option.
b. An advisory firm may become a full member of Philanthropy New York and give its entire staff access to programs and resources. The firm determines its membership dues by multiplying Philanthropy New York’s prevailing Associate Membership fee [currently $1,200] by the firm’s number of FTE professional positions. A “professional” is defined as a staff member at or above the title of “Program Officer,” “Philanthropic Advisor,” or equivalent as well as administrative officers of equivalent rank. Trustees and staff of the advisory firm’s client foundations will not enjoy Philanthropy New York membership benefits unless those foundations join the association. Although we assess dues only on certain employees, the membership covers everyone at the firm.
All applicants should note that Philanthropy New York
reserves the sole right to determine an
organization’s eligibility for membership.
philanthropic advisor membership
regular membership
associate membership
M E M B E R S H I P T Y P E S
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Associate Membership Applicants: Please initial to indicate you have read and your organization meets the requirements for Associate Membership that appear on page 3 of this application. (Initial here) __________ Enter the associate membership fee of $1,200 on Line I of Step 3. Philanthropic Advisors: Please see the worksheet on the next page to determine your dues. Include the completed worksheet with your application.
Regular Membership Applicants: Use either Method 1 or Method 2 below to determine your dues.
(1) Figure your dues on your last completed fiscal year
Our total grants for (fiscal year) ________ were: $_________________ YEAR
Our corresponding dues (see chart at right ) are: $_________________
OR
(2) Figure your dues on your last three completed fiscal years
Our total grants for (fiscal year 1) ________ were: $_________________ YEAR
Our total grants for (fiscal year 2) ________ were: $_________________ YEAR
Our total grants for (fiscal year 3) ________ were: $_________________ YEAR
Total of years one, two, and three: $_________________
Divide this total by three: $_________________
Our corresponding dues (see chart at right) are: $_________________
Enter the total from (1) or (2) here: $___________________ Continue to Step 2 if you qualify for a regional discount; otherwise, move to Step 3.
Name of Organization: ______________________________________________________________________________
Optional: Dues as a Grant
Our member organizations may elect to pay as a grant any portion of their dues that exceeds $750.
Please initial if your organization wishesto pay its dues as a grant in this way. _________ INITIAL
(1) Enter Amount or Amount , your associate membership fee, or your philanthropic advisor membership fee here: $______________
(2) Voluntary Additional Support: Help us strengthen philanthropy in our region—make an optional additional contribution to Philanthropy New York’s General Operating Support Fund, a pool of unrestricted grants. $______________
(3) YOUR TOTAL PAYMENT $______________
Thank You!
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Base Dues
$ 750
$ 1,000
$ 1,400
$ 1,900
$ 2,700
$ 3,900
$ 5,600
$ 8,000
$ 11,800
$ 15,100
$ 18,100
$ 20,500
$ 23,000
$ 25,000
$ 28,000
$ 40,000
$ 1,200
Total Grants inPrevious Fiscal Year
Up to $100,000
$ 100,001 – $ 250,000
$ 250,001 – $ 500,000
$ 500,001 – $ 1,000,000
$ 1,000,001 – $ 1,500,000
$ 1,500,001 – $ 2,000,000
$ 2,000,001 – $ 3,000,000
$ 3,000,001 – $ 5,000,000
$ 5,000,001 – $ 7,000,000
$ 7,000,001 – $ 10,000,000
$ 10,000,001 – $ 20,000,000
$ 20,000,001 – $ 30,000,000
$ 30,000,001 – $ 40,000,000
$ 40,000,001 – $ 50,000,000
$ 50,000,001 – $100,000,000
Over $100,000,000
Associate Membership
If your organization is headquartered outside of New York and is not applying as an
Associate Member of Philanthropy New York, and you pay full dues to both your home regional association and to Philanthropy New York, you qualify for and may elect to take a 20% discount on your Philanthropy New York dues.
Our home regional association is ________________________________________
Enter Amount here: $_________________
(multiply amount above by .20): –– $_________________
Discounted Dues: $_________________
Move to Step 3.
STEP 1 Determine Member Type and Dues
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An advisory firm may become a full member of Philanthropy New York and give its entire staff access to programs and resources. The firm determines its membership dues by multiplying Philanthropy New York’s prevailing Associate Membership fee (currently $1,200) by the firm’s number of FTE
professional positions.
List on the worksheet below each full-time professional position. A “professional” is defined as a staff member at or above the title of “Program Officer,” “Philanthropic Advisor,” or equivalent as well as administrative officers of equivalent rank. Trustees and staff of the advisory firm’s client
foundations will not enjoy Philanthropy New York membership benefits unless those foundations join the association. Although we assess dues only on certain employees, the membership covers everyone at the firm. Contact Jason McGill at 212.714.0699 x 203 with any questions.
Number of employees listed: _______ x $1,200 = $________________ Total Dues
Please enter this amount on Page 4, Step 3, Line 1.
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MEMBER ENGAGEMENT CHECKLIST
How Many Ways Can You Take Advantage of Your Philanthropy New York Membership?
Programming
-- Regularly attend programs that will increase knowledge and skills
-- Lead program panels as a speaker or moderator
-- Be a program developer or initiator
-- Encourage staff new to philanthropy to attend the intensive “Essential Skills and Strategies for New Grantmakers” 3-day training
-- Attend PNY’s Annual Meeting — the region’s largest policy and networking event for funders
-- Watch live-feed broadcasts of our more high-profile public programs
Peer Interactions
-- Participate in issue-based working groups (education, women & girls, health, international)
-- Participate in professional interest groups (CEO, communications, HR & operations, executive support, young professionals, philanthropic advisors, volunteerism)
-- Serve on the Board of Directors or one of its committees
-- Meet and have cocktails with colleagues at the monthly Documentary Film Series
-- Seek out personal introductions to other grantmakers with common interests
Policy Development
-- Suggest issues that PNY’s Public Policy Committee should explore, which might lead to the creation of an issue guide and/or PNY taking an official position
-- Submit commentary on pending policy positions being considered by PNY
-- Participate in PNY’s meetings with key government officials
-- Join PNY staff in meetings with New York’s congressional delegation during Foundations on the Hill
-- Get involved in special policy projects (grant-funded) that aim to increase public dialogue on issues of particular concern to the philanthropic community
-- Suggest new policy working groups for issues that significant numbers of members are interested in and would benefit from more philanthropic coordination
Information Sharing
-- Submit organizational news for the New York PhilanthroPost
-- Write blog posts for the Opinions & Insights column of the PhilanthroPost, or submit commentary on posts of other members
-- Interact with @PhilanthropyNY and @NYPhilPost and fellow members on Twitter
-- Participate in “tweet team” events and continue the conversation with #PNYevent
-- Submit your organization’s upcoming events for the PNY Community Events calendar
-- Submit your organization’s research, reports and other notable writings for PNY’s resource listings
Services
-- Fiscal sponsorship of member-driven projects
-- One-on-one consultations with PNY staff on any topic of concern to members
-- Free use of PNY conference facilities
-- Salary & Benefits Survey
-- Tax-Deferred Annuity Program
-- Top-line foundation data
-- Family Philanthropy Online Knowledge Center
-- Peer-to-peer resources
-- Consultant & vendor recommendation lists
-- Staff expertise — timely responses to questions on all subcategories, and access to other experts
-- Job listings
-- PNY Member Directory
-- Common Grant Application and Grant Report
-- Access through PNY to Foundation Directory Online Professional information
-- Access to searchable resources from partner Regional Associations across the nation
-- Search by topic our listings of countless reports, PowerPoint presentations and other materials associated with programs and partner organizations
-- Discounts on conferences (up to 50%!) listed on our online calendar
In The Public Trust
A STATEMENT ON SHARED VALUES
AND PROFESSIONAL PRACTICES
ADOPTED BY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF
PHILANTHROPY NEW YORK
JUNE 2005
Philanthropy plays a special role in advancing the common good. Democratic traditions,
personal values, and religious faiths have stimulated a wide array of giving institutions across the United States and abroad. Charitable resources have been used to relieve human suffering, expand knowledge, promote artistic expression, and pilot innovative solutions to the world’s most pressing social, economic, and environmental problems.
The New York Metropolis, the birthplace of modern American philanthropy, is home to more foundations and corporate grantmakers than anywhere else. For over twenty-five years, Philanthropy New York has been a leader in offering programs and resources that support grantmaking and communicating the value of philanthropy in our society. Philanthropy New York members represent a wide array of institutional donors, the breadth of which enriches the sector and spurs creative approaches to charitable work.
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The members of Philanthropy New York abide by state and federal laws that govern charities and adhere to the highest professional and ethical practices. Philanthropy New York’s Board of Directors adopted In the Public Trust to articulate a shared commitment to excellence in our field and to serve as a guide for its members.
SHARED VALUES
WE SUBSCRIBE TO THESE VALUES:
• GREATER SOCIAL GOOD: We contribute to the advancement of society as a whole and assist the most vulnerable populations in achieving a better quality of life.
• INTEGRITY: We operate with integrity and the highest professional standards, are responsible stewards of our resources, and adhere to all laws and regulations.
• TRANSPARENCY: We are transparent, open, and honest in our interactions and communications with grantseekers, other funders, the government, and the general public.
• DIVERSITY: We embrace the many forms of diversity, including ethnic, cultural, racial, religious, sexual orientation, economic status, physical abilities, and gender, and draw from the perspectives, opinions, and experiences of a cross-section of people.
• JUSTICE: We promote equal opportunity for all.
• BOLDNESS AND INNOVATION: We collaborate with others to share and expand knowledge, promote intellectual inquiry, and seek out innovative and imaginative solutions and approaches.
PROFESSIONAL PRACTICES
WE STRIVE TO ENSURE THAT OUR VALUES ARE REFLECTED IN OUR WORDS, ACTIONS, AND EVERYDAY PRACTICES THROUGH OUR:
Relationship with Grantseeking and Grantee Organizations:
� Maintain constructive relations based on mutual respect
� Communicate in a clear and timely manner
� Treat them fairly and respectfully
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� Understand their organizational capacity and needs
� Respect their integrity and recognize their expertise and knowledge
� Encourage constructive feedback on grantmaking practices
Relationship with Other Funders:
� Encourage communication, collaboration, and shared learning
� Promote the exchange of ideas and appreciation for the differences in grantmaking approaches and focus areas
� Hold each other accountable to ethical practices
Relationship with the Government:
� Advance effective solutions and approaches to societal issues
� Encourage active and engaged civic life
� Comply with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations that govern philanthropy
� Promote an informed understanding of philanthropy
Relationship with the Public:
� Demonstrate citizenship through our grantmaking and operations
� Share knowledge and research with appropriate institutions and the media
� Make information about our work easily accessible through publications, annual reports, websites, and other appropriate communications channels
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PHILANTHROPY NEW YORK’S ROLE
For more than a quarter of a century, Philanthropy New York has provided leadership and
assisted grantmakers in gaining competency to formulate and advance their charitable missions in ways that have the most impact and illustrate the highest professional and ethical practices. We continue to do so through our educational offerings and resources and by widely sharing exemplary practices and approaches.
We continue our leadership role—holding our profession to the highest standards, publicly speaking out against illegal and unethical abuses and practices, and highlighting the positive contributions of the charitable sector. We reflect on and evaluate our work, as a community and with others, assessing how our values and practice are integrated into our organization.
By adopting these shared values and professional practices, Philanthropy New York members reaffirm their responsibility to society and commit to ensure that philanthropy continues to maintain the public’s trust.
