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David Egner

@David_Egner

President and CEO, The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation

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'The world lost a changemaker this week.'

Thank you to The Buffalo News for sharing our Life Trustee Mary Wilson's reflections on the loss of former First Lady Rosalynn Carter & founder of RCI Caregiving.

buffalonews.com/opinion/anothe…

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In Western New York and Southeast Michigan, four out of five students are waitlisted for the opportunities that afterschool programs provide...

In Western New York and Southeast Michigan, four out of five students are waitlisted for the opportunities that afterschool programs provide... #LightsOnAfterschool
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The second season of Tight Knit has arrived! After stealing our hearts in 2020 by uplifting caregiver voices through captivating storytelling, Tight Knit returns in 2023 with an equally timely and captivating podcast series about our access to work and its influence on our world.

The second season of Tight Knit has arrived! After stealing our hearts in 2020 by uplifting caregiver voices through captivating storytelling, Tight Knit returns in 2023 with an equally timely and captivating podcast series about our access to work and its influence on our world.
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104 yrs ago today, our founder Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. was born. Today, we celebrate Mr. Wilson and the everyday difference makers he always championed in his life. We're proud to carry on his legacy by supporting the many community leaders making an impact.

104 yrs ago today, our founder Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. was born. Today, we celebrate Mr. Wilson and the everyday difference makers he always championed in his life. We're proud to carry on his legacy by supporting the many community leaders making an impact.
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It’s estimated that about 5.4 million young people in the U.S. are caring for someone in their home, a number that researchers believe is greatly underestimated.

Take a look at the latest caregiver story from our grantee NY & Michigan Solutions Journalism Collaborative. WXXI News reports: bit.ly/3BeeT99

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For over a decade, I’ve had the privilege of working with talented & passionate colleagues, an incredible group of grantees & inspiring entrepreneurs who embody the very best of Detroit. I want take a moment & share my gratitude for the wonderful journey I’ve had w/ NEI

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2021 was a tough year for Many. So pleased to be working with great colleagues and partners to try to make things a bit better and are target communities.

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3pm EST TODAY - come hang out with BJ Miller and me to talk about the 'beauty and the beast' that is caring for a loved one during the holidays. Bring your wine. Bring your friends. Bring your Big Grinch Energy! Click here to join: bit.ly/3DOf76y

3pm EST TODAY - come hang out with @bjmillermd and me to talk about the 'beauty and the beast' that is caring for a loved one during the holidays. Bring your wine. Bring your friends. Bring your Big Grinch Energy! Click here to join: bit.ly/3DOf76y
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Today, the Foundation is excited to announce a $200 million commitment to help transform the financial strength and long-term viability of SEMI and WNY’s arts and culture communities, now and forever. Learn more about today's announcement: bit.ly/31sgFG1

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The next virtual info session for Exhale: The Family Caregiver Initiative will take place today at 1 pm. Attendees will learn more about eligibility requirements, training and grant opportunities, and will get a chance to hear from past grantees. Register: conta.cc/3rGpx62

The next virtual info session for Exhale: The Family Caregiver Initiative will take place today at 1 pm. Attendees will learn more about eligibility requirements, training and grant opportunities, and will get a chance to hear from past grantees. Register: conta.cc/3rGpx62
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'We hope this support will help to strengthen the financial condition of these institutions, allowing them to continue to develop creative, audience-centered initiatives that make them more inclusive, welcoming, and accessible places for all.'

Read more: bit.ly/3rKYuqe

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HUGE news this morning - thank you Ralph C Wilson Jr. Foundation David Egner & team! What an amazing investment in Detroit, southeast Michigan and critical drivers of our state's economy. crainsdetroit.com/nonprofit/wils…

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We're excited to announce the 2022 launch of Exhale, the Family Caregiver Initiative. Exhale is an opportunity for businesses and orgs to work together to find innovative solutions that give caregivers an opportunity to breathe a little easier. Visit ExhaleForCaregivers.org.

We're excited to announce the 2022 launch of Exhale, the Family Caregiver Initiative. Exhale is an opportunity for businesses and orgs to work together to find innovative solutions that give caregivers an opportunity to breathe a little easier. Visit ExhaleForCaregivers.org.
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Out-of-school programs prepare students for success, help families. We have to find more resources for these programs. My friend Angelique Powers and I write about it here: detroitnews.com/story/opinion/… via The Detroit News

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Great collaboration between Democrat & Chronicle and Solutions Journalism Network highlighting caregivers as patients who also need treatment and support, specifically Latino caregivers. This article is the first in the “Invisible Army: Caregiving on the Front Lines” series. Read more: bit.ly/3npJSHB

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Interested in building a skatepark in your WNY or SEMI community? Our partners The Skatepark Project have opened their winter skatepark grant applications! Join their weekly Zoom meetups on Fridays at 11am to answer your app questions. Email contactThe Skatepark Project.org for more info.

Interested in building a skatepark in your WNY or SEMI community? Our #BuiltToPlay partners @skatepark have opened their winter skatepark grant applications! Join their weekly Zoom meetups on Fridays at 11am to answer your app questions. Email contact@skatepark.org for more info.
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