We know what it takes to address poverty - we are capable of progress, even dramatic progress. nytimes.com/2023/03/16/opi…

For months I've been wondering about the disconnect between the red-hot labor market & icy-cold consumer sentiment. Why are Americans, particularly lower-income ones w/ the fastest wage growth, so pessimistic about their finances? What are we missing? 🧵 washingtonpost.com/opinions/inter…

It state budget crunch time. Progress on problems is possible! Albany must use the state budget to make New York more affordable for its people nydailynews.com/opinion/ny-ope…

Listening to wisdom about youth development at Fund for the City of New York 55th Celebration - so fitting given the Fund’s long legacy of developing and leading the field. Congrats on the milestone and hosting these important conversations!

NBA Cobwebs This was an amazing story. He finally got his $50k/20 years because the Bulls players pressured the Bulls to pay it since insurance was using red tape to deny. His last 5 payments went to his oldest son's college which allowed him to become a doctor. espn.com/nba/story/_/id…

The Unemployment Gap Between Black and White in NYC is widest it has been this century nytimes.com/2023/04/28/job…

Confident readers become confident learners. "Robin Hood is proud to support NYC Reads, a bold effort by NYC Public Schools to ensure every child is a strong and proficient reader," Richard Buery, Jr., CEO of Robin Hood. #NYCReads #WhatAreYouReading nytimes.com/2023/05/09/nyr…

Yup!! Must-reads!! Grateful for the insight and passion in these books and for the work of public servants everywhere striving for impact!

Appreciate the juxtaposition this article offers not just between the super yacht and the migrant vessel but also the effort being expended to save the deep sea tourists with the effort here and in similar situations @NYTimes nytimes.com/2023/06/21/wor…

Congrats to ⁦Grand St. Settlement⁩ in rededicating the Lower East Side Child & Family Center! ⁦Robin Hood⁩ is proud to support their important early childhood and family-supporting work!

I’m a beneficiary of affirmative action - my perspective, knowledge, interests and so many other facets of my life have been enhanced by the diversity I experienced among classmates in my educational settings. I’m sorry for all the students who will lose out by today’s ruling.

“we must summon renewed fortitude, resilience and vigilance, w/ reverence for those who came before us and resolve for those who follow. This will require patriotic defiance, with respect for the rule of law but with fidelity to the ideals that precede it” nytimes.com/2023/06/30/opi…

Congratulations to ⁦Echoing Green⁩ and Cheryl Dorsey - incredible community of social innovators and incredible belief and support from Cheryl and EG - thank you for what you do!

YES THAT WAS AN EARTHQUAKE. Waiting for further information ⤵️

Yes #earthquakeNYC

Mayor Adams & Speaker Adams make critical investments in NYC's education system, baselining over $500M toward the stability of vital programs. This commitment is a strong start to fostering a brighter future for all New Yorkers. #FightPoverty chalkbeat.org/newyork/2024/0…

Robin Hood is awarding ~ $4 million for breakthrough AI solutions fighting poverty in the US – learn more, and apply / spread the word! 1 week left to register, 1 month left to apply! Aipovertychallenge.org

Yes Reshma Saujani

This isn’t how you talk when you’re just looking to cut waste and make government more efficient