Results List
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2013 Annual Letter
Source: The Atlantic Philanthropies
This letter from Atlantic’s President and CEO, Christopher G. Oechsli, highlights some examples of what Atlantic’s grantmaking has achieved, lessons it has learned, and celebrates Chuck Feeney’s “think big” philosophy which has enabled all the foundation has done.
Resource type: Annual Report
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Striking the Rights Chord: Perspectives on Advancement from Human Rights Organisations in South Africa
Source: Inyathelo: The South African Institute for Advancement
When a major funder exits a field, its absence can sometimes prove extremely challenging to the civil society organisations it has supported. As a limited life foundation, The Atlantic Philanthropies are supporting projects to contribute to a growing body of knowledge that positions nonprofit organisations…
Resource type: Research Report
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On Mission Bay’s 10th Anniversary, Hospital Construction Surges Forward
Source: UCSF
[caption id="" align="alignnone" width="320"] The new UCSF Medical Center at Mission Bay, shown in this December 2012 photo, continues to take shape across the street from the research campus. Construction of the 289-bed state-of-the-art hospital complex for children, women and cancer patients is moving along…
Resource type: News
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‘Glass ceiling still exists’ for women in the workplace
Source: The Royal Gazette
The “glass ceiling” still exists for women in the workplace — despite statistics that indicate females’ pay rose faster than males’ during the past decade.That is the view of Elaine Williams, of the Women’s Resource Centre, who was responding to last week’s Government brief on…
Resource type: News
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School Systems Working to Soften Zero Tolerance Policies
Source: Southern Maryland Online
By Ellen FishelANNAPOLIS -- A 12-year-old Montgomery County student was being sent to the hallway for being disruptive in class. On her way out the door, she brushed up against her teacher. The student was suspended for 10 days for attacking an employee. A Prince…
Resource type: News
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Immigrants Play Vital Economic Role, Even in Slump
Source: Independent.ie
By Donal O'Donovan Inward migration of workers remains crucial for Ireland's economy regardless of the current downturn, according to new research.The research by economist Jim Power for the Integration Centre, a charity supported by Atlantic Philanthropies and the One Foundation, is the first major report into…
Resource type: News
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Universities jointly honour ‘Chuck’ Feeney, the founder of The Atlantic Philanthropies
Source: University College Dublin
The universities of Ireland, North and South, have conferred an honorary Doctorate of Laws (LLD) on Charles F. “Chuck” Feeney founder of The Atlantic Philanthropies. The degree was conferred to give public honour and thanks to Chuck Feeney for his incredible support of the Irish…
Resource type: News
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Universities honour philanthropist Chuck Feeney
Source: RTE News Ireland
A conferring ceremony is under way in Dublin Castle this afternoon to honour the Founder of Atlantic Philanthropies Chuck Feeney.Universities from across the island of Ireland are jointly conferring him with an Honorary Doctorate of Laws. It is the first time ever that all of…
Resource type: News
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World Health Organisation accredits Ireland-Vietnam Virus Initiative co-funded by Irish Aid and Atlantic Philanthropies
Source: Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade
The World Health Organisation has awarded accreditation to the Ireland-Vietnam Blood Borne Virus Initiative (IVVI) which is co-funded by Irish Aid and Atlantic Philanthropies. The IVVI carries out disease prevention and health promotion in Vietnam, a country wracked by blood-borne viruses such as HIV and…
Resource type: News
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Cornell to Induct 11 Athletes to University Hall of Fame in November
Source: The Cornell Daily Sun
By Lauren Ritter Goaltender Matt Underhill '02 is one of the seven All-Americans that will be inducted into the Cornell University Athletic Hall of Fame in November.On Aug. 24, Cornell Athletics announced that 11 new members have been selected for induction into the Cornell University…
Resource type: News