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Phenix Kim

Phenix Kim, a former intern at New York Nonprofit Media, is now a freelance reporter based in New York City.

Nonprofits

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How fed changes targeting nonprofits expose organizational weaknesses

At City and State’s 11th annual Nonprofit OpCon, experts stressed the importance of flexibility and doing more with less

Long Island

NYN Media

Long Island sees growth among Asian Americans, amid reports of hate

A new report finds nearly 78% of AAPI adults on Long Island experience race-based discrimination in Nassau and Suffolk counties.

Events

NYN Media

Amid critical funding shortfalls, nonprofit leaders honored for providing essential needs

City & State’s 2025 Nonprofit Trailblazers event honored the selfless dedication of New York’s diverse nonprofit sector.

50 Over 50 Alumni

Policy

City & State 50 over 50 alumni on dedication to public service

State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli, WNYC’s Brian Lehrer and New York City Planning Chair Marisa Lago spoke at an event celebrating them and others for their more than half-a-century of making a difference.

Nonprofits

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Why nonprofits could use more lawyers on their boards

As organizations face increasing hurdles and regulatory pressures, having an attorney as a board member can add a layer of protection to allocate more resources towards a nonprofit’s mission.

Technology

Policy

City & State’s 2025 Digital Summit explores AI, vulnerabilities to cyberattacks

The event featured keynote remarks from Dru Rai, the state’s chief information officer and a fireside chat with New York City Chief Technology Officer Matt Fraser.

Nonprofits

NYN Media

How NY nonprofits are regrouping under Trump’s attacks

Experts discussed best practices, management and DEI at New York Nonprofit Media’s 2025 BoardCon.

Events

Policy

Trump’s executive orders aside, it’s full steam ahead for New York’s sustainable infrastructure projects

Transportation leaders Rick Cotton and Jamie Torres-Springer reiterated their commitment to sustainability and diversity at City and State’s annual infrastructure summit.

Nonprofits

NYN Media

Paving paths to green jobs with HOPE

The 40-year old workforce development nonprofit unveils a new strategic plan centered on careers in the green economy.

Nonprofits

NYN Media

From veteran to nonprofit housing leader

Jamal C. Robinson weaves his military experience as executive director of IMPACCT Brooklyn, a 60-year old nonprofit affordable housing developer.

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Nonprofits

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Giving students a head start into the media and entertainment industry

How the nonprofit Hispanic Information and Telecommunications Network helps to bring state-of-the-art broadcast and production programs into New York schools.

Nonprofits

NYN Media

Number of homeless veterans drops in New York amid calls for continued support

The state tally found that there were 700 known cases, down from more than 1,000 in 2023.

Sponsored Content

Sponsor Content

How connectivity is coming to New York City's subway

Boldyn Networks’ Jeff Garte, Head of U.S. Transit and Government Solutions, sits down with City & State to discuss how investing $1 billion in NYC’s critical digital infrastructure will be a game changer for communities and subway riders

Sponsored Content

Sponsor Content

Second annual Climate Justice Forum focuses on progress, locally and nationally

The event sponsored by Rise Light & Power, We Act for Environmental Justice and the NAACP Housing Authority Branch featured a keynote by Ali Zaidi, Assistant to the President and National Climate Advisor.

Nonprofits

NYN Media

Tackling child welfare by bringing lived experts to the funding table

Youth and Families Forward’s child welfare participatory grantmaking program sheds light on system inefficiencies and racial bias