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On April 18th, JPMorgan Chase announced Miami as one of five winning cities (out of 250 applicants) in its inaugural AdvancingCities Challenge, investing a $3 million, three-year grant to drive small-business growth and economic opportunity. The Miami Foundation will partner with the city of Miami, Health Foundation of South Florida, Florida International University and other government, university and nonprofit partners on solutions that will connect more … Read More

Last October, more than 4,000 Miamians across the county came together around dining tables, in breakrooms and at ventanitas to talk about their local experiences at My Miami Story conversations . Surveys completed by the participants show that these gatherings are about more than trading stories … they’re the spark that leads to action on issues that matter to residents. Matthew Beatty, senior … Read More

Philanthropy is an opportunity to build, exert and share your power, The Skillman Foundation’s Tonya Allen told a crowd of 125+ donors and local leaders at our fourth annual State of Black Philanthropy. During her keynote, Tonya shared strategies for how donors can unite and partner with local government to tackle major civic issues.  Read more>> Also in this newsletter: Meet our 2019 … Read More

As the government shutdown continues, local nonprofits have stepped in to keep South Florida’s national parks safe, clean and open for visitors and assist rangers. Don Finefrock, executive director of grantee South Florida National Parks Trust, tells us how they activated their networks to meet the need and ways you can help. Read more>> Also in this newsletter: Igniting a passion … Read More

On Tuesday, a record 4,000+ residents got together in small groups to talk about life here and ways to make Miami greater during the 2018 My Miami Story conversations. There were tons of ideas and solutions discussed throughout the day. The only way to capture it all is to complete the follow-up survey so we can share your thoughts with … Read More

In the wake of Hurricanes Irma and Maria, more than 11,000 individuals, corporations and foundations from around the world generously donated $6.4 million to The Miami Foundation’s relief funds. Those dollars have supported ongoing recovery and rebuilding efforts throughout Miami-Dade, the Florida Keys and Caribbean islands. Rebecca Mandelman, vice president for strategy and engagement, reflects on the community champions who … Read More