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Richard Buery, Jr @richardbuery.bsky.social · 3d

Had a great conversation with John Zito from Apollo Global Management about how philanthropy + private enterprise can team up to fight poverty in NYC.

Grateful for their partnership and their commitment to expanding opportunity for all New Yorkers.

Join us: robinhood.org/become-a-par...

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Richard Buery, Jr @richardbuery.bsky.social · 15d

Yesterday I attended a screening of The Alabama Solution, a powerful new HBO doc from Andrew Jarecki & Charlotte Kaufman (The Jinx).

It exposes the Alabama prison system and the bravery of those leading the Free Alabama Movement.

Watch Friday on HBO: TheAlabamaSolution.com

The Alabama Solution

Inside the six-year investigation to uncover the human cost of the Alabama prison system.

TheAlabamaSolution.com

Richard Buery, Jr @richardbuery.bsky.social · 23d

No New Yorker in my lifetime has had a greater impact on this City than Dan Doctoroff. Honored to have joined Dan’s official street dedication ceremony yesterday; an amazing legacy for a remarkable man!

Richard Buery, Jr @richardbuery.bsky.social · 28d

Fantastic conversation @clintonglobal.bsky.social this week, where I joined other industry leaders to discuss how philanthropy can meet the moment. We must be a stabilizing force, double down on core strategies, & lean into bold, innovative solutions that fight poverty for the long term. #CGI2025

Richard Buery, Jr @richardbuery.bsky.social · Sep 15

Today begins Hispanic Heritage Month. At Robin Hood, we honor the strength & contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities that make NYC thrive. Our fight against poverty is stronger because of the diversity that defines our city. #FightPoverty

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Richard Buery, Jr @richardbuery.bsky.social · Sep 12

I’m looking for a new partner in the fight against poverty: Robin Hood’s next Chief of Staff. This role is central to driving our mission, aligning strategy, and working closely with our team and Board. Join me in helping every New Yorker get a fair shot: robinhood.org/careers

Careers - Robin Hood

Check out job openings and explore a career fighting poverty in New York City with Robin Hood.

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Richard Buery, Jr @richardbuery.bsky.social · Aug 15

Jackie Bezos reminded us that fighting poverty is as much about hope as strategy. Her warmth, curiosity, and belief in every child’s potential left a lasting mark on Robin Hood.

My heart is with her family and all who loved her.

Robin Hood @robinhoodnyc.bsky.social · Aug 14

As we learn of her passing, we honor Jackie Bezos—visionary leader, longtime Robin Hood board member, and champion for children. Her bold vision for the nation’s first early learning metropolis inspires us to keep fighting for every child’s best start.

Our hearts are with her family.

Richard Buery, Jr @richardbuery.bsky.social · Jul 25

This November, we can fight NYC’s housing crisis at the ballot box.

The Charter Revision Commission has advanced 4 ballot proposals that would make building affordable housing faster, fairer, and more equitable.

My op-ed ⬇️
www.nydailynews.com/2025/07/24/s...

Solving NYC’s housing crisis via the ballot box

New Yorkers know we need urgent action to address our housing crisis. The rent is too high and wages aren’t keeping pace. Forty percent of New Yorkers are rent-burdened: that’s two million of us wh…

www.nydailynews.com

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Richard Buery, Jr @richardbuery.bsky.social · Jul 23

Spoke on "The Brian Lehrer Show" yesterday where I shared why our Charter proposals matter: We need to fix a broken housing system and strengthen our democracy. These reforms will help NYC build more, vote more, and work better for all. www.wnyc.org/story/charte...

Charter Revision Questions Are Set | The Brian Lehrer Show | WNYC

Richard Buery, chair of the Charter Revision Commission, talks about the questions related to changing the city's charter that will be on voters' ballots this fall, and one that won't.

www.wnyc.org

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Richard Buery, Jr @richardbuery.bsky.social · Jul 22

Just left Brooklyn Navy Yard with Chymeka Olfonse and Nathan Berger, where @robinhoodnyc.bsky.social supports a CNC machinist training program turning talent into opportunity. From trainees to hired grads—this is economic mobility in action. #FightPoverty

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Richard Buery, Jr @richardbuery.bsky.social · Jul 22

Last night I spoke with @errollouis.bsky.social about the 5 proposals the NYC Charter Revision Commission voted to place on the Nov ballot. These reforms meet the urgency of this moment—accelerating affordable housing and boosting voter turnout. Let’s shape a stronger NYC. ny1.com/nyc/all-boro...

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Richard Buery, Jr @richardbuery.bsky.social · Jul 18

Honored to moderate a powerful conversation yesterday with Melanie Hartzog, Marc Shaw, and Tony Shorris at the @nycfuture.bsky.social summit. Lessons from crisis, ideas for action—and a clear call to center economic mobility in everything we do.

nycfuture.org/research/5-i...

#FightPoverty

Richard Buery, Jr @richardbuery.bsky.social · Jul 17

Housing assistance works. Full stop.

✔️ Lifts 150K+ NYC residents from poverty.
✔️ Cuts deep poverty by 62%

But 285K families still wait.

We know what works—we just need more of it.
robinhood.org/news/2025-po...

#FightPoverty

Report Finds Housing Assistance Programs Reduce Poverty Rate

Our latest Poverty Tracker report explores the profound poverty-alleviating effect that federal and local housing assistance programs have on NYC renters.

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Richard Buery, Jr @richardbuery.bsky.social · Jul 8

Great convo at #BlackstoneNPLF with Amy Freitag on how funders & nonprofits can build real partnerships to fight poverty in NYC. Grateful to Blackstone Charitable Foundation for making space for this important dialogue. Let’s keep building. #FightPoverty

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Richard Buery, Jr @richardbuery.bsky.social · Jun 18

Last week, I spoke at #FRDNY2025 about collective courage and the stories we tell (and are told) about the nonprofit world.

Grateful to everyone who made space for reflection, honesty, and hope.

#FightPoverty

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Richard Buery, Jr @richardbuery.bsky.social · Jun 10

Yesterday at Robin Hood’s Opportunity x AI Summit, I was inspired by how many people are working to ensure AI creates opportunity for every New Yorker. Let’s keep pushing to make sure AI’s promise is one that lifts everyone up. #FightPoverty

Richard Buery, Jr @richardbuery.bsky.social · Jun 2

I see it every day in conversations with our partners—New Yorkers are facing shrinking safety nets and deepening instability.

That’s why, in Q1/Q2 of 2025, Robin Hood invested $49M in 114 nonprofits serving NYC.

This moment demands urgency, partnership, and action.

#FightPoverty

Robin Hood @robinhoodnyc.bsky.social · May 29

In the first half of 2025, Robin Hood increased our grantmaking by 40%—investing $49M in 114 NYC nonprofits.

As federal safety nets face mounting threats, our investments help stabilize families and fuel economic mobility.
robinhood.org/news/q1-q2-g...

#FightPoverty

In the first half of 2025, Robin Hood increased overall grantmaking by 40%

Funding fueled direct service work at 114 nonprofits serving the most vulnerable New Yorkers amid threats to federal safety net programs.

robinhood.org

Richard Buery, Jr @richardbuery.bsky.social · May 29

Looking forward to keynoting #FRDNY2025 by @afpnyc.bsky.social.

Fundraisers are—at heart—storytellers. And we need to celebrate the people who tell the stories of those excluded from opportunity, and the amazing organizations that support them—now more than ever.

frdny.org

Join me at FRDNY 2025!

I'm excited for Fundraising Day in New York on June 13, 2025! Will I see you there?

frdny.org

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Richard Buery, Jr @richardbuery.bsky.social · May 23

Grateful to receive the Golden Pegleg Award from @stuyalumni.bsky.social. From East New York to Stuyvesant, my journey showed me what’s possible—and what still isn’t for too many NYC kids. I’ll keep fighting for a city where zip code isn’t destiny.

Richard Buery, Jr @richardbuery.bsky.social · May 14

An unforgettable night. $72 million raised. A city that refuses to give up on its people. That’s New York. That’s Robin Hood. #FightPoverty

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Richard Buery, Jr @richardbuery.bsky.social · May 9

Budgets are moral documents—and today, New York showed what we stand for: fighting child poverty, supporting struggling families, and investing in a fairer future. Read my full statement. robinhood.org/news/robin-h...

#PolicyFightsPoverty

Robin Hood Commends Governor Hochul and State Legislature for Passing FY26 Budget that Lifts 50,000 Children Out of Poverty Across New York - Robin Hood

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Richard Buery, Jr @richardbuery.bsky.social · May 3

Check out the interview here: ny1.com/nyc/all-boro..., and dive into the commission's report: www.nyc.gov/assets/chart...

Charter Revision Commission proposes changes to council's land use review

The city’s Charter Revision Commission released its preliminary report earlier this week.

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Richard Buery, Jr @richardbuery.bsky.social · May 3

ICYMI, I joined @spectrumnewsny1.bsky.social's Bobby Cuza to talk about my role chairing NYC’s Charter Revision Commission. Proud to discuss the recommendations we're exploring for New Yorkers to consider this Nov. at the ballot box, from affordable housing to voting reforms, and more.

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skippedhistory.bsky.social @skippedhistory.bsky.social · Apr 25

My latest interview is with @deborahnarcher.bsky.social about my favorite subject and biggest pet peeve: highways! As Professor Archer reminds us, “with transportation infrastructure, history is the present"—and that's not a good thing.

Read/listen below! skippedhistory.substack.com/p/the-racist...

The Racist History Beneath Our Roads

With Professor Deborah N. Archer

skippedhistory.substack.com

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skippedhistory.bsky.social @skippedhistory.bsky.social · Apr 25

Thanks so much again, Professor Archer, for coming on! To learn more, check out "Dividing Lines":

wwnorton.com/books/978132...

Dividing Lines

From an eminent legal scholar and the president of the ACLU, an essential account of how transportation infrastructure—from highways and roads to sidewalks and buses—became a means of prot...

wwnorton.com

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