Mother Cabrini Health Foundation

Today we announced our year-end grants for 2023, which total $172 million to advance health equity statewide. This year’s giving covers five core program areas we developed based on direct feedback from New York’s frontline healthcare and social service providers. Learn more about this year’s grantees and the impact they’re making on underserved communities: https://lnkd.in/enT7Fg7q

The major shortage of nurses in hospitals across New York State is a major concern. We’ve made it our mission to uncover — and address — the reasons why. We’ve just launched our brand-new report with the Center for Health Workforce Studies on New York’s nursing shortage, exposing the major factors contributing to the shortage and the best strategies to address them. Through this research, we’ve confirmed one crucial fact: there is no single “silver bullet” to improving RN recruitment and retention. From education to workplace culture, we need to increase support for every facet of the nursing experience. That’s how we shape better outcomes for these indispensable #healthcare heroes. Read more about the report: https://lnkd.in/e8XZdeRs

Thank you to all who joined us for today’s panel, “Healthier Communities, Healthier People. We heard from incredible leaders on solutions to the nursing workforce shortage and diversifying the healthcare workforce as we work to improve access to and the quality of care across the state. To all of our panelists and partners, thank you. This work is only possible with your expertise, passion, and dedication to healthcare Huge thanks to City & State Center for Health Workforce Studies Jean Moore Neill Coleman Anupa Fabian Kathryn Ruscitto Valerie Grey Margaret Franks Natalia Cineas DNP, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN Lauren Ford, LMSW Dr. Laura Forese Abby Jo Sigal Cass Conrad Randy M. And of course the Museum of the City of New York for all their tremendous efforts in putting together an inspiring and insightful event with us today.

Thank you to all who joined us for today’s panel, “Healthier Communities, Healthier People. We heard from incredible leaders on solutions to the nursing workforce shortage and diversifying the healthcare workforce as we work to improve access to and the quality of care across the state. To all of our panelists and partners, thank you. This work is only possible with your expertise, passion, and dedication to healthcare Huge thanks to City & State Center for Health Workforce Studies Jean Moore Neill Coleman Anupa Fabian Kathryn Ruscitto Valerie Grey Margaret Franks Natalia Cineas DNP, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN Lauren Ford, LMSW Dr. Laura Forese Abby Jo Sigal Cass Conrad Randy M. And of course the Museum of the City of New York for all their tremendous efforts in putting together an inspiring and insightful event with us today.

From staff shortages to stress and burnout, the #healthcare workforce is facing unprecedented vulnerabilities—and it impacts all of us. We’re proud to partner with City & State for a vital conversation on the future of the healthcare sector on June 12th, and what its diverse workforce needs to remain strong, skilled, and effective. To hear from a powerful group of leaders in healthcare advocacy, academia, and more, please RSVP at the link below. https://lnkd.in/eYBWR-gE? #healthcare #healthcareprofessionals #nursing #philantropy #workforce #research

This #AAPIHeritageMonth, we want to uplift a few of our grantees who are dedicated to serving their communities. Working at the intersections of community-building and inclusion, these organizations are shining examples of New York’s AAPI-founded and focused nonprofits. Chinese-American Planning Council is dedicated to the social and economic empowerment of Chinese American, immigrant, and low-income communities. Their program areas span various issues and age groups; from education to family support, CPC is a trusted resource and home for thousands of New Yorkers. Sakhi for South Asian Survivors is a survivor-led movement against gender-based violence. With services such as counseling, advocacy, housing assistance and more, they are at the forefront of their movement to support South Asian and Indo-Caribbean communities. Community Inclusion and Development Alliance creates programs that aim to include all members of the community, and has grown into one of the largest Asian-American networks of families, professionals, and community partners in the country. They focus on inclusive community programs, family support, and advocacy. Asian American Federation exists to raise the influence and well-being of the pan-Asian American community in NY. Their numerous programs are dedicated to the safety, mental health, civic engagement, and overall empowerment of members across NY. Read more about these incredible organizations on our website: https://lnkd.in/eb9jU7bA

We’re just coming down from a powerful few days at the Council on Foundations #BuildingTogether24 conference. From strategy workshops to panels on the future of philanthropy, it was a joy to meet with and learn from our friends throughout the sector.  Opportunities like this remind us that when we join forces, we build paths forward. Here’s to our shared work towards a brighter tomorrow.

This #NationalNursesWeek, we thank nurses for their tireless work to shape healthier, more equitable communities. We are honored to support several organizations working to strengthen and improve the nursing workforce across the state—check out these grantees to learn how they’re supporting New York’s nurses: Hunter College Cabrini-Hunter Fellowships for Social Work and Nursing Students has provided over $850k in tuition assistance, supporting nearly 30 students with tuition costs and fees each academic year. Nurses Middle College Charter High School-Capital Region in Albany preps high school students for college with a focus on nursing and general health, providing mentorship, internships, trainings, and more. Le Moyne College in Syracuse, supports healthcare professionals who were educated and trained abroad with obtaining the credentials and certifications needed to practice in the US. They also support students from underrepresented communities with scholarships and academic support towards careers in healthcare.

Our grantee,  Central New York Lyme and Tick-Borne Disease Alliance, is celebrating four years of impactful work across NY State. Since its inception in 2019, the Alliance has been on a mission to combat the urgent tick-borne disease epidemic in NY, specifically the CNY region. This growing health crisis has disproportionately impacted vulnerable populations who don’t have access to the same information and resources to deal with potential infection. Thankfully, The Central New York Lyme & Tick-Borne Disease Alliance has worked tirelessly over the past 4 years growing from a pilot education program to a full-functioning organization. In their 2023 annual update, the Alliance shared their tremendous strides in raising awareness, driving education, and offering support to those affected by Lyme disease. Some of their annual highlights include: - Growing from 0 staff in 2020 to a team of 10 in 2023 - Sharing 2,500 tick kits plus added 1,000 youth bags and flashlights in 2023 - Distributing 17,000 educational handouts from 2020-2023 - Expanding their advocacy efforts and earning a $50,000 NYS award and a $75,000 award from Onondaga County to continue their crucial work Read more about their astounding accomplishments below and on their website, cnylymealliance.org

Our Community Engagement Officer Catherine Calvo was just named to New York City’s inaugural Nonprofit Advisory Council! The council includes nearly 30 leaders in the nonprofit sector—all coming from different nonprofits across NYC—who will serve to discuss emerging challenges and opportunities within the sector as well as provide guidance to future policies that impact nonprofits. Congratulations, Catherine!