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Early voting site in Manhattan during the June 2021 primary elections.
What’s at stake for nonprofits in NYC’s primary election
Numerous competitive elections are taking place in the city.
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Richard Buery.
Robin Hood names new CEO
Incoming CEO Richard Buery Jr. currently leads the charter school network, Achievement First.
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Nonprofit sues NYC Department of Education in contract dispute
The Harlem organization said the city agency violated its own contracting process.
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People rallying in support of the Excluded Workers Fund in March.
What’s going on with New York’s Excluded Workers Fund?
The state will award funds to nonprofits helping undocumented immigrants apply, but challenges are already emerging for future applicants.
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New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio.
New York City senior centers to restart indoor activities by June 14
Elected officials have been pushing the city to develop a plan for reopening the centers.
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Apartments in New York City.
Impact of NYC voucher legislation could be limited by last-minute change
Language added to the bill would cause recipients to lose their rental assistance vouchers once they earn 250% of the federal poverty limit.
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New York City Council Member Stephen Levin.
New York City Council moves to boost value of rental vouchers
The legislation would significantly expand the number of apartments New Yorkers with vouchers can access.
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Mayoral candidate Shaun Donovan in City Hall Park.
Nonprofits aim to get their issues on mayoral candidates’ agendas
Organizations and people they've helped called for better pay for human services workers and full funding of contracts.
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Buildings in New York City.
Tenants will be able to apply for rent relief starting June 1
Housing advocates have expressed concerns about the state-run program's rollout.
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New York state Sen. Brian Benjamin.
Comptroller candidates aim to see nonprofits paid on time
Candidates laid out plans to end the delays during a Monday forum.
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