Learn more about CFON here Learn more about CFLeads here 1. Why do community foundations play such an important role in maximizing the opportunities presented to the field due to the expansions of the CTC & EITC? Community foundations have a unique role to play in this work. With more than 750 community foundations…
DetailsExpansions in the federal Earned Income Tax Credit and Child Tax Credit mean that millions of workers and families with low-incomes have access to expanded tax credits – which will translate to cash in their pockets when they file their taxes. However, too many of these workers and families do not know they are eligible…
DetailsWe hosted a conversation with field partners about the expansion of the federal EITC to young adults and older workers, creative strategies related to communications and outreach, and preparing for tax time to maximize its impact. Speakers Matthew Eckel, Young Invincibles Jackie Lynn Coleman, AARP Foundation Rebecca Thompson, Tax Opportunity Network Dat Tran, AARP Foundation Click…
DetailsThe Niskanen Center, which launched operations in January 2015, is a nonpartisan 501(c)(3) think tank that works to promote an open society through active engagement in the war of ideas and direct engagement in the policymaking process. Samuel Hammond Director of Poverty and Welfare Policy 1. Can you share the key…
DetailsIn this session, we began to connect the dots across our work to improve economic security and discuss strategies for building more impactful partnerships and outcomes as Florida funders who support policy advocacy and grassroots organizing. View the Meeting Recording Here Resources from the Meeting 1. What is the EITC? Video (1:25 min) 2. Ecosystem Worksheet…
DetailsRMHF works explicitly to foster an equitable and healthy Richmond region through grant making, research, convenings, and impact investing. Mark Constantine President & CEO 1. As a health funder, why is Richmond Memorial Health interested in tax credits? How does it advance your mission? This work has been…
DetailsIn this webinar funders and field partners discussed the importance of the American Rescue Plan Act on the field, strategies related implementation and approaches to advocacy in order to maximize its impact. Panelists: David Newville, Code for America, Tim Flacke, Commonwealth, Ianna Kachoris, Senior Director, Policy & Advocacy, Chicago Community Trust & Deborah Schachter,…
DetailsThe Annie E. Casey Foundation (AECF®) is devoted to developing a brighter future for millions of children at risk of poor educational, economic, social and health outcomes. Leslie Moore Senior Policy Associate The Annie E. Casey Foundation has been a leader in the field for many years. They are…
DetailsSamantha Waxman and Deborah Swerdlow, Center on Budget and Policy Priorities, shared more about the opportunities and challenges ahead at the federal and state levels. We also had an opportunity to discuss implications for philanthropy. Watch the Recording
DetailsPredatory Practices are… any practices or services that benefits a business or other entity at the expense of a poor or less powerful person. Predatory Practices often take advantage of poor people and perpetuate cycles of poverty. Common Predatory Practices High tax preparation fees No access to free or low cost banking…
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DetailsThe Center on Budget and Policy Priorities (CBPP) is a research and policy institute that informs and shapes federal and state policies to reduce poverty, promote equity, and build opportunity. Robert Greenstein President We are thrilled that Bob Greenstein has agreed to be our Interview with a Funder featured…
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