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#BrooklynGives: A 24-Hour Local Giving Day to “Give Where You Live” with $100,000 Match and More
November 14, 2018
Liane Stegmaier
Vice President of Communications and Strategy

Brooklyn Community Foundation is setting out to prove that Brooklyn is not just New York City’s biggest borough, it also has the largest heart this holiday season with #BrooklynGives on Giving Tuesday, a 24-hour local giving campaign that aims to raise over $1 million for community-based nonprofits across the borough.

 
Announcing the 20 Finalists for Our $100,000 Spark Prize!
October 17, 2018
Liane Stegmaier
Vice President of Communications and Strategy

Today we are thrilled to announce the 20 finalists for our Spark Prize for Brooklyn nonprofits—the only award of its kind to honor local nonprofit changemakers!

 
Your support is fueling impact in Brooklyn — See it firsthand in our new report
July 17, 2018

We urge you to take a moment to explore what Brooklyn’s community foundation is doing to address pressing challenges, support inspiring nonprofits, and spark lasting change for our borough.

Meet the 2018-19 Spark Prize Committee!
June 7, 2018
Jenny Walski
Director of Individual Giving

This year’s Spark Prize Committee is made up of people from all walks of life across Brooklyn, including but not limited to filmmakers, writers, attorneys and olympic medalists!

 
Spark Prize Application Launches April 2; Applicants Get Exclusive Early Access to #BrooklynGives Registration
March 26, 2018
Liane Stegmaier
Vice President of Communications and Strategy

Our 2018-19 Spark Prize selection process kicks off next week as we open online submissions for the $100,000 “no strings attached” award for Brooklyn nonprofits on Monday, April 2.

 
Spark Prize Celebration Salutes Brooklyn Nonprofits
February 9, 2018
Liane Stegmaier
Vice President of Communications and Strategy

On Thursday morning we awarded $500,000 to 5 Brooklyn nonprofits for their commitment to racial and social justice while honoring philanthropic leader Hildy Simmons

Announcing the Winners of Our $100,000 Spark Prize!
January 10, 2018
Liane Stegmaier
Vice President of Communications and Strategy

The Spark Prize recognizes outstanding pioneering nonprofit organizations rooted in the borough that have demonstrated a deep commitment to advancing racial and social justice.

#BrooklynGives Totals Are In...Wow!
November 29, 2017
Liane Stegmaier
Vice President of Communications and Strategy

We are thrilled to announce this year's #BrooklynGives on Giving Tuesday campaign has raised over $360,000 in just 24 hours! 

#BrooklynGives this Giving Tuesday!
November 21, 2017
Liane Stegmaier
Vice President of Communications and Strategy
Brooklyn is out to prove that it’s New York City’s most generous borough this holiday season with #BrooklynGives on Giving Tuesday, a 24-hour giving day that aims to raise hundreds of thousands of dollars for local nonprofits.
#BrooklynGives: Supporting 20 Local Nonprofits with $100,000 Match on Giving Tuesday, Nov. 28!
October 17, 2017
Liane Stegmaier
Vice President of Communications and Strategy

Today we are thrilled to announce the 20 finalists for our Spark Prize for Brooklyn nonprofits—the only award of its kind to honor local nonprofit changemakers! 

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