Special Projects

Pictured above: Attendees engage in discussion during our N.E.W.S. Leading Through Transitions workshop.

COMMUNITY RESOURCE & KNOWLEDGE

Drawing on a century of commitment to collecting and analyzing local data, we serve as a resource for residents seeking insight on community issues.

Our Community Data Group brings together nonprofit and government partners to share data and coordinate efforts for greater community impact.

CNY Vitals & CNY Vitals Pro are community data sites offering shared, interactive insights on key issues shaping our region.

The Life Needs Assessment helps nonprofits use accessible software to improve performance management, evaluation, collaboration, engagement and equity analysis.

PROFESSIONAL & ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT

For decades, we have led programs that support a stronger nonprofit sector across our region.

The Leadership Classroom (TLC) teaches grassroots leaders skills that make stronger, more effective neighborhoods. This year, 14 individuals representing four organizations graduated from the program and received a total of $20,500 in grants to implement community projects.

Marsellus Forward connects alumni of current and former Marsellus programs to share resources, knowledge and
best practices.

NEWS/Nonprofit Essential Workshop Series is our professional and organizational development series for nonprofit staff. This year our workshops welcomed
205 attendees.

Our Staff Advancement Initiative helps cover professional development costs for early-career nonprofit staff. This year
20 grants totaling $19,726 were distributed.

STRATEGIC INITIATIVES

Beyond our responsive grantmaking, our strategic initiatives tackle our community’s complex challenges to create measurable, lasting impact.

Through our local Impact Investing, we make investments that generate both financial returns and positive social outcomes for nonprofits.

Our LeadSafeCNY initiative addresses childhood lead poisoning through funding, collaboration and policy. This year we distributed 10 grants totaling $672,965 to construct and renovate safe homes and conduct community outreach and training.

Say Yes Syracuse — governed and administered by the Community Foundation — expands college access for Syracuse
City School District students through scholarships.

To view a full list of our strategic initiatives and collaborative community efforts, please visit cnycf.org/initiatives