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Carnegie Corporation of New York @carnegiecorp.bsky.social · Jan 28

Hello, Bluesky! We're Carnegie Corporation of New York, a philanthropic foundation with a mission to reduce polarization by:

🗳️ strengthening our democracy
📚 promoting education
🌍 building a more peaceful world

Give us a follow for fact-based information and ideas that bring people together.

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Carnegie Corporation of New York @carnegiecorp.bsky.social · 2d

Each Carnegie Library may use the funds however they wish to celebrate America's 250th anniversary, further their mission, and serve their community.

Get the details: carnegie.io/43sG0fZ

#CarnegieLibraries250 #America250 #Philanthropy #AndrewCarnegie #Libraries

Hundreds of Carnegie Libraries to Receive $10,000 Gifts in Celebration of United States’ 250th Anniversary | Carnegie Corporation of New York

The foundation established in 1911 by Andrew Carnegie, Carnegie Corporation of New York, honors the country’s democratic ideals with $20 million in new funding to support America’s civic institutions

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Carnegie Corporation of New York @carnegiecorp.bsky.social · 2d

The #CarnegieLibraries250 gifts anchor a $20 million special initiative to celebrate the nation’s 250th anniversary by supporting America’s civic institutions and organizations that foster civic participation and bring people together.

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Carnegie Corporation of New York @carnegiecorp.bsky.social · 2d

We contacted every Carnegie Library and confirmed that about 1,280 are still operating and acknowledge their link to Andrew Carnegie — making them eligible for this #CarnegieLibraries250 gift.

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Carnegie Corporation of New York @carnegiecorp.bsky.social · 2d

Happy early birthday, America! 🇺🇸

Every Carnegie Library in America is receiving a $10,000 gift in celebration of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. 🎉

📰 See the @nytimes.com for more: www.nytimes.com/2025/10/22/n...

#CarnegieLibraries250 #America250

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Carnegie Corporation of New York @carnegiecorp.bsky.social · 14d

What's next?

With enough imagination, will, and collaboration, we can build a movement to make a service year as common as going to college or entering the workforce — so that the question “Where did you serve?” becomes a unifying thread in American life.

*More to come.*

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Carnegie Corporation of New York @carnegiecorp.bsky.social · 14d

On National Service:
💬 We need a movement that takes it from nice to necessary. – Alan Khazei
💬 I don’t think there’s anything that can strengthen our democracy & foster our common purpose more. – Maj. Gen. Joseph Heck
💬 We have to fight for every inch of this to be nonpartisan. - Gov. Spencer Cox

Carnegie Corporation of New York @carnegiecorp.bsky.social · 14d

Yesterday, we brought together leaders from across sectors to explore how we can prepare young people for successful adulthood, strengthen our communities, and create a common sense of purpose through NATIONAL SERVICE.
Participants underscored the urgency & promise. 👇

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Carnegie Corporation of New York @carnegiecorp.bsky.social · 16d

At one New Jersey library, the waitlist for English classes is hundreds of people long. In NYC, career coaching sessions are booked weeks in advance.
Despite tight resources, libraries are helping to fill the country’s education and skills gap: carnegie.io/45DZNuF

How Libraries Became ‘First Responders’ for America’s Opportunity Gap | Libraries | Carnegie Corporation of New York

Last year, the New York Public Library’s English classes were attended 200,000 times — and it still can’t keep up with demand

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Carnegie Corporation of New York @carnegiecorp.bsky.social · 22d

“It’s more crucial than ever that we have people who understand both the inner workings of China and this country.” — Jan Berris, VP of @ncuscr.bsky.social.

Read how the Public Intellectuals Program is preparing the next generation of China experts: carnegie.io/45nWyqW

What Does it Take to Explain China to America? | Emerging Global Order | Carnegie Corporation of New York

As U.S.-China relations become more complicated, China experts are sharing their knowledge with everyone from the State Department to your local school board

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Carnegie Corporation of New York @carnegiecorp.bsky.social · 29d

Announcing 94 grants totaling $63 million supporting initiatives in education, democracy, and international peace.⁠

👉 View the full list: carnegie.io/3Iq64Bf

#Philanthropy #Nonprofits #Polarization #Grantees #Funding

Carnegie Corporation of New York Board Approves 94 Grants Totaling $63,219,000 | Carnegie Corporation of New York

At its quarterly meeting held in New York City on September 11, 2025, Carnegie Corporation of New York’s Board of Trustees approved 94 grants totaling $63,219,000. Brief descriptions of each board-approved grant are provided below.

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Carnegie Corporation of New York @carnegiecorp.bsky.social · Sep 17

On #CitizenshipDay, we celebrate #GreatImmigrants who became Great Americans like legendary musician, artist, and advocate David Byrne — who saw U.S. citizenship as a way to fully participate in democracy.

📖Read and 🎥watch his story (free online): carnegie.io/4pxJyqQ ✨

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Carnegie Corporation of New York @carnegiecorp.bsky.social · Sep 15

Today, More Perfect & @icivics.bsky.social announce more than $56M in funding to expand civic learning & service opportunities. This landmark investment is led by @carnegiecorp.bsky.social, Stand Together, and the Bezos Family Foundation.
Learn more: standtogether.org/newsroom/con...

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American Library Association @amlibraryassoc.bsky.social · Sep 3

Love your librarian? Of course you do! Nominations are now open for the 2026 #ILoveMyLibrarian Award. Your librarian could win $5,000 and the recognition of a lifetime.

Submit your nomination online by Dec. 15! https://bit.ly/3yiyT9C

❤️ @carnegiecorp.bsky.social

I LOVE MY LIBRARIAN AWARD 2026. Your librarian could win $5,000! ilovelibraries.org/love-my-librarian. Logos for Carnegie Corporation of New York, American Library Association, and the New York Public Library

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Carnegie Corporation of New York @carnegiecorp.bsky.social · Aug 25

At 16, Terence Tao immigrated to the U.S. to pursue a PhD at Princeton University. Today, he’s a world-leading mathematician and UCLA professor — known as the “Mozart of math.”

Explore his #ImmigrantStory — told in his own words — in Tao’s #GreatImmigrants comic. 👀👉 carnegie.io/41Jtd80

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National Committee on U.S.-China Relations @ncuscr.bsky.social · Aug 20

How are we explaining China to the United States?

With now 180 fellows, our Public Intellectuals Program (PIP) has been at the forefront of engaging beyond academia since 2005 and supported by @carnegiecorp.bsky.social since 2014.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/3JlOrTf

What Does it Take to Explain China to America? | Emerging Global Order | Carnegie Corporation of New York

As U.S.-China relations become more complicated, China experts are sharing their knowledge with everyone from the State Department to your local school board

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Carnegie Corporation of New York @carnegiecorp.bsky.social · Jul 24

Mo, the hit Netflix show, was inspired by Mo Amer’s true #ImmigrantStory.

Explore his journey — told in his own words — in Amer’s #GreatImmigrants comic. 👉 carnegie.io/415xSRh

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Carnegie Corporation of New York @carnegiecorp.bsky.social · Jul 23

"One of the things that, unfortunately, many people do not know about libraries — is that the library is YOURS."

Discover how librarians are creating vital community spaces where everyone is welcome. 👉 ForTheLoveOfLibrarians.org

❤️ @amlibraryassoc.bsky.social #ILoveMyLibrarian

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Stop AAPI Hate @stopaapihate.org · Jun 26

From storytellers to community leaders, immigrants enrich our democracy in many ways. Congrats to our cofounder @manjushakulkarni.bsky.social (@aapiequityalliance.bsky.social) for being named one of @carnegiecorp.bsky.social's #GreatImmigrants of 2025 for her fierce advocacy for AAPI communities. 🎉

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MARIA TERESA KUMAR @mariateresakumar.bsky.social · Jun 26

I am honored to be named a Great Immigrant, Great American by @carnegiecorp.bsky.social alongside so many #GreatImmigrants.

Immigrants are America’s secret superpower—we innovate and build this country every single day. Our diversity is what makes us strong.

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Carnegie Corporation of New York @carnegiecorp.bsky.social · Jun 26

Meet the 2025 #GreatImmigrants, Great Americans! 🇺🇸🎉

As storytellers, community leaders, educators, entrepreneurs, innovators, and beyond, these 20 naturalized citizens from 16 countries have made contributions that enrich our society and strengthen our democracy. carnegie.io/3I1A5Xj

Great Immigrants | Carnegie Corporation of New York

Every Fourth of July, Carnegie Corporation of New York honors the legacy of our founder Andrew Carnegie, a Scottish immigrant, by recognizing an extraordinary group of immigrants who have made notable...

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American Library Association @amlibraryassoc.bsky.social · Jun 13

📚💙 This week, @carnegiecorp.bsky.social awarded grants of up to $500K to 11 public library systems as part of its Libraries as Pillars of Education & Democracy initiative.
The money will expand ESL services, adult ed, and teen college prep—strengthening civic life.
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Public Library Systems in 11 Communities Receive Grants Totaling $5 Million from Carnegie Corporation of New York | Carnegie Corporation of New York

Selected through a national call for proposals, the library funds will expand programs for English language learning and college access

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The Seattle Public Library Foundation @supportspl.bsky.social · Jun 10

We are grateful for @carnegiecorp.bsky.social's commitment of a new major grant to expand @spl.org's programs that empower immigrants and refugees. Carnegie's return to funding public libraries is vital for our community and people across the country.

Read more: www.spl.org/about-us/new...

The Seattle Public Library to Receive $450K Carnegie Grant to Expand English Language Learning Programs

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Carnegie Corporation of New York @carnegiecorp.bsky.social · Jun 12

Announcing 63 grants totaling $42 million in support of Carnegie's goal of reducing political polarization through initiatives in education, democracy, and international peace.⁠
🔗 View the full list of new grants: carnegie.io/3TrNaLX

#Philanthropy #Nonprofits #Polarization

Carnegie Corporation of New York Board Approves 63 Grants Totaling $42,265,000 | Carnegie Corporation of New York

At its quarterly meeting held in New York City on June 5, 2025, Carnegie Corporation of New York's board of trustees approved 63 grants totaling $42,265,000. Brief descriptions of each board-approved ...

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Carnegie Corporation of New York @carnegiecorp.bsky.social · Jun 5

With the shutdown of USAID and government cuts to foreign aid, what should philanthropy do and not do in response?

Dan Spokojny, founder and CEO of grantee fp21, a nonpartisan think tank dedicated to rethinking #ForeignPolicy, has ideas for a new playbook. 👇👇

The Chronicle of Philanthropy @chronphilanthropy.bsky.social · Jun 3

Opinion: Decades of global philanthropic aid missed the mark. It's time for a new strategy, writes Dan Spokojny. phlnthrp.com/4dI00z3

Spokojny is a former U.S. foreign service officer and the founder and CEO of fp21, a nonpartisan think tank dedicated to transforming the foreign policy process.

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Jon B. Wolfsthal 🤯 @jonatomic.bsky.social · Jun 4

Nuclear weapons never went away. The world just ignored them for a few decades. We no longer have that luxury. Welcome to the Next Nuclear Age. Our first of a series with @washingtonpost.com @postopinions.bsky.social is out today. @scientistsorg.bsky.social

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Opinion | Why we should worry about nuclear weapons again

Deadlier weapons, more nations, autocrats in charge, disinformation, and collapsing arms control — the risk of nuclear catastrophe is back.

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