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2020 & 2021 Grant Updates
September 24, 2020
Important Information about Puffin’s 2021 Artist Grant Cycle Due to the Corona Virus we are only considering new proposals in Video/Film and arts-related Environmental projects for 2021. “New” applicants in other disciplines will not be considered. The primary focus of your proposal must be video/film. For example, please do not Read More
One Week Left to Complete Your 2020 Census
September 23, 2020
It’s not too late! Fill out your 2020 Census online at 2020census.gov. Don’t miss this once-in-a-decade chance to impact your community! The 2020 Census takes just a few moments to complete. The U.S. Census Bureau keeps your answers safe and Read More
National Voter Registration Day: Are You Registered to Vote?
September 22, 2020
The Puffin Foundation and Cultural Forum support your right to vote! Check your registration status at iwillvote.com. Tell your friends and family to check theirs too! Deadline to register is October 13 (in NJ). The 2020 U.S. Presidential election is on Tuesday, November 3. Why Check Your Voter Status? • Read More
Puffin is Proud to be a Supporter of Central Park’s Historic Women’s Rights Pioneers Monument
September 15, 2020
Planning a visit to New York City’s Central Park? Make sure to take in the park’s newest monument depicting Women’s Rights Pioneers Sojourner Truth, Elizabeth Cady Stanton, and Susan B. Anthony. The statue was recently unveiled on the 100th anniversary of the ratification on the 19th amendment which granted women throughout the Read More
Puffin Co-Sponsors NFRPP Event 9/24
September 8, 2020
Understanding Systemic Racism and Challenges for Policy ChangeSeptember 24 @ 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm Racism has been the underside of America throughout our history. The manner with which we have treated Racism has led to our current moment. How we acknowledge and confront Racism today will have a major Read More
2020 Grant Notification Update
August 11, 2020
Dear Puffin Applicants who previously applied in 2019 for a 2020 Grant, We hope this note finds you well. In May we reached out to many of you to let you know that we were suspending our 2020 grant review process due to the COVID-19 pandemic. If you requested a Read More
Grantee Focus: The Movement For Black Lives
July 22, 2020
As the US continues to grapple with its legacy of racial injustice, The Puffin Foundation is sharing some of the remarkable work and the visionary leaders we’ve funded in support of the Movement for the Black Lives. We’ve also included a list of some anti-racist resources that relate the Foundation’s areas Read More
View the Cultural Forum’s Live Events on Facebook
July 14, 2020
The Puffin Cultural Forum presents a series of live events this summer. We’re thrilled to connect with you virtually while we’re unable to be together. Visit PCF’s Facebook to view all live recordings. Here is the latest event Dr. Joseph Chuman interviews Sarah Poser, author of “Unholy: Why Evangelicals Worship Read More
Hey New York! Share your photos of activism and protest
June 10, 2020
The Puffin Foundation is a proud supporter of Activist NY at the Museum of the City of New York. They’re seeking images from NYC of the current protests and activism for Black lives:Share your images documenting NYC’s current activism and protests for Black Read More
The Rotary Club of Teaneck
May 29, 2020
In Puffin’s hometown, The Rotary Club of Teaneck, for the purchase of gift cards from local restaurants to distribute to front-line staff at Holy Name Medical Center, Care One of Teaneck, and to provide breakfast buffets for workers at Covid testing centers in Bergen County. Inspired by the Coronavirus Community Response Grants first Read More
