Welcome, Founders Fellows....Thank you, CARIE
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THIS THURSDAY
6-8 PM, CENTER CITY
Please join us October 17 for our
Fall Education Program
which is open to all -- members, guests, any woman who wants to learn more about Impact100 and might like to join in our collective grant-making.
Learn about Impact's financial review of applications and a grantee's perspective from
Education Law Center
. Hear tips from three panelists for maximizing the impact of one's philanthropic giving. Our thanks to
Stradley Ronon
for generously hosting this event.
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GRANT APPLICANT
INFORMATION SESSIONS
NOVEMBER 6, 9:30 & 11:30
Nonprofit organizations in the five-county Philadelphia region are invited to attend Impact100 Philadelphia's
information session about applying for our $100,000 grants
.
Impact100's goal is to provide high-impact grants that support smaller organizations, target under-served populations, and highlight unmet needs in our region. Since 2009, we have awarded more than $3 million to 49 nonprofit organizations in five focus areas: Arts & Culture, Education, Environment, Family, and Health & Wellness.
December 12
is the deadline to submit a Letter of Inquiry.
We encourage all nonprofit organizations in the region to review
our
website
and consider whether you are a good fit for an Impact100 grant. Register for the November 6 info session
here
.
Our thanks to Klehr Harrison Harvey Branzburg for generously hosting this event.
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Learn more about Impact100 Philadelphia at these upcoming events:
- Oct 19: Volunteer event at Philadelphia Orchard Project (see details)
- Oct 30: Lunch and Learn: Join us at WeWork at 1900 Market Street for a pizza lunch and casual conversation about Impact100 (register here)
- Nov 16: Meet Learn Connect Information Session: Arts In & Around Philly: Access, Value & Impact (register here)
- Nov 22: Volunteer event at Face to Face Germantown (see details)
- Dec 1: Deadline to join Impact100 Philadelphia as a member
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WELCOME TO IMPACT'S NEW FOUNDERS FELLOWS!
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ASIA WEST,
born and raised in Philly, enterprise project manager for the nonprofit Merakey: "I had my first experience with philanthropy as a high school student and ever since then have stayed active in giving back to those in need. This is a great opportunity to change the lives of others through collective giving."
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BRITTANEY SHADE,
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evelopment manager at Year Up, a social justice and workforce development organization: "I enjoy connecting with people on ways to make Philadelphia a more equitable place. Impact100 and its
women members have an authenticity that matches my values and what I believe in.
I'm excited to learn from all of the women of Impact100!"
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CHELSEA HICKS,
s
pecial assistant for presidential initiatives at Swarthmore College, speechwriter and assistant on foundation-related special projects: "I wanted to become a fellow to build connections with amazing women in the Philadelphia area while also having the opportunity to give back to a community that I love."
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INELLA RAY,
a Philadelphia School District alumna and program director for After-School Programs at KIPP Lanning Square Primary: "I understand the power of what happens when we invest in tomorrow’s generation today. I'm interested in learning more about philanthropy and how it can be used as a tool for social good."
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LIZZY LEE,
p
rogram manager at the University of Pennsylvania's School of Nursing who is developing an executive leadership program for nurse leaders: "I l
ike that Impact100 is women-driven and that it’s committed to supporting important causes as well as developing new leaders. I like that you open the door to philanthropy."
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KENDRA JENKINS,
a
climate and culture coach for the School District of Philadelphia who works with principals, staff and students to provide a supportive learning environment: "I applied to the Founders Fellowship as an opportunity to serve my community purposefully, to learn from women, and to provide grants in a democratic and strategic way."
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RACHEL COSTELLO,
g
rants manager/administrator at Pembroke Philanthropy Advisors: "Being a Founders Fellow means that I
will have th
e opportunity to learn from, and grow with, a dedicated group of women who work to strengthen the Philadelphia region through strategic giving. I can't wait to get started."
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CARIE
(Center for Advocacy for the Rights & Interests of the Elderly) aims to ensure health equity for vulnerable older people as they navigate a sea change in Pennsylvania’s Medicaid program. CARIE's approach focuses on education, participation, and advocacy.
CARIE received a $100,000 core mission grant in 2018
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and recently provided an interim report on grant funds. Here's a summary of that report.
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The Community HealthChoices (CHC) program launched in Southeastern Pennsylvania on January 1, 2019 as planned. Under the new system, low-income older adults and disabled people who qualify for Medicare and Medicaid are required to belong to one of three managed care plans. With Impact100's funding, CARIE has developed new printed materials and engaged in policy advocacy at the systems level.
Since CHC launched, CARIE has assisted older adults in dealing with many complex and confusing changes. The confusion also extends to providers, who have struggled to adapt to the new system.
Through consumer calls and its advocacy work, CARIE has been working on these situations, among others:
- Many people learned, haphazardly, that their doctors were no longer covered by the new plans.
- Confusion has been compounded by the fact that the new plans have very similar names to the old ones.
- How bills are paid can vary widely.
- Communications have been lacking. Last February, 1,400 consumers learned suddenly that they could no longer use the Philadelphia Corporation for Aging as a service coordinator because it had been unable to negotiate a contract with one of the new plans.
CARIE has ongoing concerns about how CHC affects the most vulnerable older adults, and will continue to develop resources and provide advocacy to ensure that their access to care is not impeded or impaired. CARIE has
alerted the state that there must be more education for providers as well.
CARIE wrote: Recently a client called and said, “You gave me the key that unlocked the door....You have no idea –
no idea
– of the burden you helped lift." Another client wrote, “You could teach other companies how to deal with the public. I have never felt so at ease before. Many thanks for your help.”
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To CARIE's staff, board, and other volunteers:
Impact100 Philadelphia is honored to provide funding for your crucial work supporting older adults as they navigate the health system during a challenging, confusing time. Your services are vitally important. We thank you for all that you do.
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Please add your name to the list of women who have already joined
Impact100 Philadelphia for the 2020 grant cycle.
More members means more funding for the Philadelphia region.
Every year we see the breadth and depth of the nonprofit community's incredible work. Please join us to leverage your personal funds into something big and meaningful!
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