Community Resource Exchange (CRE)

#CRE is turning 45! On Thursday, November 14th, join us for an evening where we’ll celebrate our impact and look ahead to a bold, transformative future. We are honoring 3 visionary leaders—#LalehIspahani, Open Society Foundations; #JeanLobell, CRE Leader for 22 Years; and #BenjaminFLorick, CRE Founding Board Member—who have not only embodied our legacy but also paved the way for nonprofits across New York City and beyond. Celebrate with us and support #nonprofit leadership for the years ahead: https://lnkd.in/eCSFDjzk Thank you to our key sponsors: JPMorganChase and Schulte Roth & Zabel LLP.

Our Chief Program Officer, George Hsieh, is excited to represent Community Resource Exchange (CRE) at the APAP|NYC 2025 Conference tomorrow! If you’re attending, be sure to stop by and say hello—we’d love to connect!

Applications are open for CRE’s #LeadershipCaucus! This 5-month program is designed for nonprofit senior leaders and executives who want to: ▪️ Sharpen their leadership skills ▪️ Build resilience against burnout ▪️ Connect with a community of peers committed to building more inclusive, equitable, and resilient organizations. To learn more and apply, visit: https://lnkd.in/e5iCwq3G Applications close December 6, 2024! #Leadership #NonprofitExecutives

What an unforgettable evening! Last Thursday, we gathered to celebrate CRE’s 45th Anniversary—a night brimming with joy, inspiration, and meaningful connections. We honored the incredible legacy of nonprofit leadership and the visionary leaders who have shaped nonprofits in New York and beyond: - Laleh Ispahani, Open Society Foundations, for her work advancing democracy and justice; - Jean Lobell, CRE Leader for 22 years, for her enduring contributions to leadership development and organizational transformation; and - Benjamin F. Lorick, CRE Founding Board Member, for his lifetime of dedication to education, activism, and CRE’s mission. To everyone who attended, supported, or celebrated alongside us—thank you! As honoree, Laleh Ispahani shared: "I believe, you can propel the next generation of lightseekers, whom we so urgently, urgently need. It may be a long road, because we’re in for something now, but it is far from futile. One very famous lightseeker said, ‘The arc of the moral universe is long, but it bends toward justice.’ And on the arc of that universe, I still believe that the United States is still bending toward justice, to becoming a more inclusive, tolerant, and yes, loving place to be. I’m really grateful for the role you all are going to play in this process, CRE—[to] build, fortify, equip, and drive the nonprofit sector… to make sure people are resilient, and have the tools...[to be] adaptable…strategic…and leaderful." Check out photo highlights of the celebration here: https://lnkd.in/gkGDWXGC #LeadershipLegacy #CRE45

The Council on Foundations, Independent Sector, the National Council of Nonprofits, and United Philanthropy Forum have raised critical concerns about H.R. 9495, a proposed bill that would allow the federal government to label nonprofit organizations as "terrorist-supporting organizations." While safeguarding national security is vital, this legislation, as written, grants the Secretary of Treasury unilateral authority to interpret the mission of any nonprofit organization. This could undermine the essential work nonprofits do to strengthen communities and improve lives. At CRE, we know that nonprofits are the heart of our society’s progress. We stand with the broad coalition of organizations advocating to protect civil society. We urge everyone to take action. Now more than ever, we can’t afford to let nonprofits struggle. To make a real impact on the challenges we face today, we need a strong, successful, and sustainable nonprofit sector. Contact your representatives to share your perspective on the critical need to uphold and strengthen the nonprofit sector. When we champion the nonprofit organizations serving our communities, we champion a better world. https://lnkd.in/gcNTQUkw

Dedication and commitment define respected leaders, and as a founding Board member, Benjamin F. Lorick has embodied these values at CRE since day one. While building a career in NYC’s Department of Education and a lifetime of activism, Benjamin remained a devoted partner to CRE! His leadership has shaped CRE’s impact and mission for the past 45 years. As we celebrate CRE’s 45th Anniversary, we’re thrilled to honor Benjamin for his lasting contributions to CRE and education. Join us in celebrating his incredible impact on November 14! #LeadershipLegacy #CRE45

"I am grateful that I was able to participate in the CRE AI Bootcamp. This series of workshops has been a gamechanger in my work." As we celebrate 45 years of Leadership Legacy, we’re proud of the impact our programs have had on nonprofit leaders like Shanikwa Lemon, Chief Program Officer of Paterson Alliance. Join us in supporting CRE’s mission to strengthen leaders to be more confident, adaptive, and strategic in a rapidly changing world. bit.ly/45-overview #LeadershipLegacy #CRE45 #NonprofitLeadership

CALLING ALL AAPI NONPROFITS: The Communities of Color Nonprofit Stabilization Fund (CCNSF) is now open for applications! A City Council-funded initiative, CCNSF provides capacity-building support to nonprofits serving Black, Latino, and Asian communities across the five boroughs. In our role as co-administrators, CACF supports the AAPI CCNSF recipients each year. Nonprofit organizations with operating budgets between $150,000 and $3.5 million are eligible to apply. Head to https://lnkd.in/g6b2wvA to review the full application criteria and to access the RFA. Be sure to get your materials in before the deadline of Nov 12th at 5pm.

✨ Let’s celebrate 45 years of making a difference! On Thursday, November 14th, join us as we honor our #LeadershipLegacy and recognize 3 visionary leaders—#LalehIspahani of Open Society Foundations, #JeanLobell, CRE Leader for 22 Years, and #BenjaminFLorick, CRE Founding Board Member—who have paved the way for nonprofits across New York City and beyond. Don’t miss this milestone event: bit.ly/45-overview Thank you to our key sponsors: JPMorganChase and Schulte Roth & Zabel LLP. #NonprofitLeadership #CRE45

Over the past 45 years, many have shaped the nonprofit sector, and few have had an impact like Jean Lobell. As former Chief Program Officer and Senior Fellow, Jean’s work in leadership effectiveness, culture transformation, and strategy development has empowered countless nonprofits. With expertise spanning multiple sectors and a doctorate in Organizational Psychology, her legacy of equity-centered leadership continues to make a lasting difference. We are honored to celebrate her remarkable contributions at our 45th Anniversary event. Join us in recognizing Jean’s incredible impact! https://bit.ly/45-overview #LeadershipLegacy #NonprofitLeadership #CRE45