"The world lost a changemaker this week."
Thank you to @TheBuffaloNews for sharing our Life Trustee Mary Wilson's reflections on the loss of former First Lady Rosalynn Carter & founder of @RCICaregiving.
https://t.co/G62RHDC0DI
In Western New York and Southeast Michigan, four out of five students are waitlisted for the opportunities that afterschool programs provide...
#LightsOnAfterschool
The second season of Tight Knit has arrived! After stealing our hearts in 2020 by uplifting caregiver voices through captivating storytelling, Tight Knit returns in 2023 with an equally timely and captivating podcast series about our access to work and its influence on our world.
104 yrs ago today, our founder Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. was born. Today, we celebrate Mr. Wilson and the everyday difference makers he always championed in his life. We're proud to carry on his legacy by supporting the many community leaders making an impact.
Hear the latest from @David_Egner about the timely updates and priorities of our member @RCWJRF in Southeast Michigan and Buffalo: https://t.co/w2pdqudqbH
It’s estimated that about 5.4 million young people in the U.S. are caring for someone in their home, a number that researchers believe is greatly underestimated.
Take a look at the latest caregiver story from our grantee @NYMIsojo. @WXXINews reports: https://t.co/DbATommPiM
For over a decade, I’ve had the privilege of working with talented & passionate colleagues, an incredible group of grantees & inspiring entrepreneurs who embody the very best of Detroit. I want take a moment & share my gratitude for the wonderful journey I’ve had w/ NEI
3pm EST TODAY - come hang out with @bjmillermd and me to talk about the 'beauty and the beast' that is caring for a loved one during the holidays. Bring your wine. Bring your friends. Bring your Big Grinch Energy! Click here to join: https://t.co/8JNaX8mEzp
2021 was a tough year for Many. So pleased to be working with great colleagues and partners to try to make things a bit better and are target communities.
2021 continued to show us that our efforts should make an impact, now more than ever. Take a look at the Foundation’s 2021 recap, which not only highlights our grantees and partners progress and outcomes for the year, but also goals for 2022 and beyond.
https://t.co/MXxq3Nw7S6
3pm EST TODAY - come hang out with @bjmillermd and me to talk about the 'beauty and the beast' that is caring for a loved one during the holidays. Bring your wine. Bring your friends. Bring your Big Grinch Energy! Click here to join: https://t.co/8JNaX8mEzp
Today, the Foundation is excited to announce a $200 million commitment to help transform the financial strength and long-term viability of SEMI and WNY’s arts and culture communities, now and forever. Learn more about today's announcement: https://t.co/znTHFcVMhA
The next virtual info session for Exhale: The Family Caregiver Initiative will take place today at 1 pm. Attendees will learn more about eligibility requirements, training and grant opportunities, and will get a chance to hear from past grantees. Register: https://t.co/6O1hQfhOEL
"We hope this support will help to strengthen the financial condition of these institutions, allowing them to continue to develop creative, audience-centered initiatives that make them more inclusive, welcoming, and accessible places for all."
Read more: https://t.co/Rf2dRzQWZH
HUGE news this morning - thank you Ralph C Wilson Jr. Foundation @David_Egner & team! What an amazing investment in Detroit, southeast Michigan and critical drivers of our state's economy. #arts#philanthropy https://t.co/doA8cdToLV
We're excited to announce the 2022 launch of Exhale, the Family Caregiver Initiative. Exhale is an opportunity for businesses and orgs to work together to find innovative solutions that give caregivers an opportunity to breathe a little easier. Visit https://t.co/s0hFVJhvxz.
Out-of-school programs prepare students for success, help families. We have to find more resources for these programs. My friend Angelique Powers and I write about it here: https://t.co/c5J8OV1iUJ via @detroitnews
Great collaboration between @DandC and @soljourno highlighting caregivers as patients who also need treatment and support, specifically Latino caregivers. This article is the first in the “Invisible Army: Caregiving on the Front Lines” series. Read more: https://t.co/QCo6QoYgTV
Interested in building a skatepark in your WNY or SEMI community? Our #BuiltToPlay partners @skatepark have opened their winter skatepark grant applications! Join their weekly Zoom meetups on Fridays at 11am to answer your app questions. Email [email protected] for more info.