Robin Hood

New reports from Robin Hood and Columbia University’s Center on Poverty and Social Policy reveal the harsh reality of child care issues in NYC. Nearly a third of working mothers are held back from joining the workforce due to lack of affordable child care options. Half of all working moms face work disruptions, and those who experience child care-related job issues are 1.5x more likely to endure material hardships the following year. At Robin Hood, we're committed to addressing this. Since 2022, we've invested $23 million in expanding access to affordable, quality child care. It’s time to ensure every NYC parent has the opportunity to work without child care holding them back. 🔗 Read more: https://lnkd.in/eFKpEAep #FightPoverty #PovertyTracker

🎉 Applications for the Catalyst 2025 Accelerator Cohort at Robin Hood's Blue Ridge Labs are OPEN! 🎉 At Catalyst, we're on a mission to support bold, impact-driven founders who are building tech solutions aimed at fighting poverty. Whether you're focused on food security, healthcare, education, or financial stability, we're here to accelerate your venture to new heights. 🌍💡 Here's what we provide: 👉 Pre-seed funding to bring your vision to life. 👉 Expert coaching & mentorship from industry leaders. 👉 Direct access to our Design Insight Group (DIG)—a community of 4K+ New Yorkers with lived experience in the challenges you aim to solve. 👉 A powerful community of innovators focused on tackling some of the biggest challenges in society. 🗓️ Deadline to apply: November 15th ⏳ Learn more & apply: https://lnkd.in/eER2CWfV 📍 Application form in comments

If you have a Donor-Advised Fund already, I hope you’ll consider making a donation to Robin Hood on October 10th.    Not sure what a DAF is? You’re not alone. Only 17% of the general public does. But the truth is, DAFs are for anyone who wants to be strategic in their giving. Happy to point you in the direction of more resources if you’re curious to learn more!    Whether you’ve got a DAF or you’re DAF-curious, consider attending this webinar on how to make the most of DAF Day (10/10) as a donor.    And please feel free to reach out with any questions! If you're ready to give from your DAF now, you can do so here: https://lnkd.in/gTwyZTQh

Robin Hood is proud to announce that our Chief Development Officer, Carolyn Vine, has been named one of the Top 50 Women Chief Development Officers of 2024 by Women We Admire. As a native New Yorker with a deep commitment to making our city a more equitable place for all, Carolyn has led our fundraising efforts for over a decade, securing vital resources to help Robin Hood fight poverty in NYC. Her strategic leadership and dedication have been key to expanding opportunities for our community and driving meaningful partnerships. Congrats, Carolyn, on this well-deserved recognition! Your work continues to power Robin Hood’s mission to create a city where every New Yorker gets a fair shot. #FightPoverty https://lnkd.in/eQ7VDC-i

CIBC Capital Markets sponsored the 1st annual Robin Hood Foundation Pickleball Tournament in Central Park. Our teams had a fun evening going head-to-head with our clients and the event raised over $150K to support the Robin Hood Foundation in their cause to fight poverty across New York City. At CIBC, we are committed to a world where everyone can achieve their ambitions.  Learn more here: https://robinhood.org/

Last night, Robin Hood supporters and our partners at CityPickle served up a night of poverty-fighting fun at Wollman Rink in Central Park! Thanks to their commitment on and off the court, our teams raised $150,000 that will help make NYC a better place for all. Safe to say they all aced it out there! Congrats to our tournament winners, the Jersey Boys team from Citadel, for winning an INCREDIBLE match with a score of 17-15! Thank you to Sake ONO for supplying our players and spectators with delicious drinks throughout the evening. And thank you to Equinox for the epic pickleball paddles. Thanks to all for supporting this event. Thanks for being Robin Hood! #FightPoverty

Last week, Box volunteers rolled up their sleeves and joined forces with Robin Hood to fight poverty in NYC! One group of volunteers started their morning at New York Common Pantry in East Harlem, packing meals and fresh produce for immediate distribution to those facing food insecurity. They also helped participants select their groceries—empowering them to choose what works best for their families. Meanwhile, another group gathered at Box HQ for a Robin Hood 101 session, led by our Partnerships team. After learning about our mission and our community partner Henry Street Settlement, the group packed mental health kits. These kits will provide critical resources and therapeutic activities for individuals accessing mental health services at Henry Street’s Community Consultation Center. Thank you to Box for partnering with us and giving your time to make a meaningful impact in our community. Together, we’re helping give every New Yorker a fair shot. Become a Partner today: https://lnkd.in/epspxjtZ #PartnershipsFightPoverty

Announcing the Nine Finalists of Robin Hood's AI Poverty Challenge at Fast Company Innovation Week! From nearly 200 applicants across 21 states, nine innovative organizations have advanced in the competition to combat poverty through AI and machine learning. Each finalist receives $100,000 and will compete for one of three $1 million awards in the categories of Education, Workforce, and Financial Empowerment. This groundbreaking Challenge, powered by partnerships with the GitLab Foundation and the Bezos Family Foundation, is pushing the boundaries of how AI can fuel upward mobility. As Robin Hood’s CEO Richard Buery Jr. said, "AI is transforming our world, and this Challenge represents a new frontier of hope." AI Poverty Challenge Finalists include: 🔹 Beyond 12 (California) 🔹 Paloma (California) 🔹 Teaching Lab (Washington, D.C.) 🔹 The Legal Aid Society (New York) 🔹 Nava Public Benefit Corporation (Washington, D.C.) 🔹 Upsolve (New York) 🔹 CodePath (California) 🔹 FutureFit AI (New York) 🔹 Unlocked Labs (Missouri) 🗓 Stay tuned for more updates as these finalists compete for the ultimate prize during the Winter of 2024/25! Learn more about the finalists and their game-changing solutions: https://lnkd.in/e5hutcK9 #FightPoverty

Robin Hood's $36.3 million in new grants—as part of its third quarter investments for 2024—is fueling over 100 organizations across the five boroughs, addressing critical areas like housing, healthcare, education, and economic development. Among the highlights, $13.7 million is dedicated to education initiatives, with a focus on early literacy, teacher training, and college counseling programs. Sarah Oltmans, Chief of Grant Strategy at Robin Hood, noted, “In this round of grants, we're just trying to tackle some of the biggest challenges facing New Yorkers. We want to make sure that New York City continues to be a place that works for all New Yorkers.” These grants arrive at a pivotal time. As Richard Buery, Robin Hood’s CEO, remarked, “New York is at an inflection point, where poverty is increasing by record numbers year-over-year, government spending is constrained, and those living in poverty are increasingly caught in the financial vice between rising prices and stagnant wages.” With rising costs of living affecting nearly 50% of working-age New Yorkers, Robin Hood is working to stabilize low-income households while providing pathways to upward economic mobility. As Robin Hood continues its efforts to support all New Yorkers, these investments are a lifeline to ensure NYC remains an engine of opportunity for all. #FightPoverty https://lnkd.in/gcdaS2pM

At a recent fireside chat hosted by Capital One, Robin Hood CEO Richard Buery joined Neal Blinde, President of Commercial Banking at Capital One, for a powerful conversation on the future of poverty-fighting in New York City. Together, they discussed Robin Hood’s critical work, how AI is shaping our strategy, and the evolving political landscape that impacts our mission. One key highlight? Our growing partnership with Capital One. Over the past seven years, we've built a strong collaboration, and this past year, we took it even further with a first-of-its-kind place-based investment in the Bronx. This innovative approach focuses on workforce development and college access for young adults—an essential step in creating sustainable pathways out of poverty. Capital One employees also stepped up by volunteering to assemble back-to-school kits for our community partner, BronxWorks. This hands-on support will ensure students in the Bronx start the school year ready to succeed. We’re just getting started. As Rich said, “Our partnership is off to a great start, but the challenges we are taking on together will require longer-term commitments.” Thank you, Capital One, for being a vital partner in our work to make New York City an engine of opportunity for all! Become a Partner today: https://lnkd.in/epspxjtZ #PartnershipsFightPoverty