Librarians from across the country are gathering in’Miami today to discuss the best ways libraries can meet community information needs. The event is part of Knight Foundation’s Library Initiative, which is led by Knight’s Jorge Martinez and helps expand residents’ digital access by boosting libraries’ online capacity in 27 ‘communities. As Knight Foundation President and […]
Article · March 2, 2011 by andries.vaisman
If you’ve submitted your Knight Arts Challenge Miami application, or are about to – congrats! Wondering what happens next? Here’s a quick rundown of the timeline. Applications are due on by midnight on March 2. Then we get to work sorting through the applications and preparing them for our readers. Thus begins the readers review, […]
Article · March 1, 2011 by andries.vaisman
In the last four years, Knight Foundation has funded 78 ideas, granting $17.5 million, to bring South Florida together through the arts. Here are just a few winning ideas from previous years. Applications close March 2 – submit your best idea now! The Rhythm Foundation received support to showcase Haitian music and launch the upcoming […]
Article · February 28, 2011 by andries.vaisman
Are you wondering if your idea qualifies for the Knight Arts Challenge? What exactly do we consider ART? Good question. There are many definitions, but we like this one: The conscious use of skill and creative imagination. We are not looking for social projects that utilize art to achieve their goal. We are seeking projects […]
Article · February 26, 2011 by andries.vaisman
This post is authored by Dr. Katherine Loflin, lead consultant for Soul of the Community, a Knight-funded study to determine what factors attach residents to their communities and the role of community attachment in an area’s economic growth and well-being. Here, Katherine writes about a presentation she delivered to the community of Corpus Christi, Texas, […]
Article · February 25, 2011 by andries.vaisman
Maya Enista, CEO of Mobilize.org, firmly believes that giving power to young people is crucial to advancing youth engagement.’ ‘In fact, the organization she works with aims to address the challenges facing today’s young adults by giving them the chance to create solutions on their own. During a roundtable discussion with leaders in the field, […]
Article · February 25, 2011 by andries.vaisman
Many people are concerned about finding matching funds when they apply to the Knight Arts Challenge. Here are answers to some of the most frequently asked funding questions. What do you mean by “find other funding to match” the foundation’s gift? In order to have the greatest impact in our community, we’re going to commit […]
Article · February 25, 2011 by andries.vaisman
Recently, we asked a group of leaders ‘ what does it take to empower youth and engage them in their communities? Several talked about the importance of building up support networks for teens and young adults – whether that means strengthening their own family, or providing mentors who are close to their age (‘near peers’ […]
Article · February 24, 2011 by andries.vaisman
In November, Rhythm Foundation was awarded $125,000 to showcase Haitian music through a free monthly concert series in Little Haiti. As Director of Rhythm Foundation, Laura Quinlan has played a key role in the organization’s growth and in the development of Big Night in Little Haiti. In fact, Quinlan has helped coordinate more than 400 […]
Article · February 24, 2011 by andries.vaisman
As founder of the nonprofit Fresh Lifelines for Youth,’Christa Gannon helps teens in trouble stay out of jail and make healthy decisions. FLY graduates are also offered a chance to join a community leadership program. So we asked her: ‘What do you think is key to getting youth involved in their community?’ The recognized social […]
Article · February 23, 2011 by andries.vaisman
Need a little help getting started on your Knight Arts Challenge application? Here are 5 tips for writing a great proposal. 1. Make sure your idea is about the arts. 2. Make it unique: What makes your idea truly one-of-a-kind? Be sure to highlight the most interesting and innovative aspects of your project. 3. Stay focused: […]
Article · February 23, 2011 by andries.vaisman