The F. M. Kirby Foundation is pleased to celebrate 20 years of continuous partnership with Yale University and their Program in Cellular Neuroscience, Neurodegeneration and Repair. Yale University’s goal is to expand and share knowledge both locally and internationally through creative innovation and cultural and scientific preservation, with the Program in Cellular Neuroscience, Neurodegeneration and Repair exemplifying these values by…
The F. M. Kirby Foundation is pleased to celebrate 40 years of continuous partnership with Durham Academy. Durham Academy was founded in 1933 as Calvert Method School. In 1959, the school changed its name to Durham Academy and began an expansion, which led to the first high school graduating class in 1975. The school is organized into four divisions: Preschool,…
By Dave Cucchiara Communications & Program Associate It’s the anticipation of the glossy yellow school bus rounding the corner, the nervousness of stepping into an unfamiliar classroom for the first time, and the excitement of not knowing what lies ahead. The first day of school is a day most of us remember fondly, but for some children, this textbook American…
By Dave Cucchiara Communications & Program Associate Through thoughtful, intentional approaches to mental health intervention, Jeff Macko and Marlene Scrivo, alongside their intrepid group of counselors and interns, have helped thousands of local children become the best versions of themselves. For Jeff and Marlene, the journey has been impactful and fulfilling, helping ensure youth in our communities receive the support…
By Dave Cucchiara Communications & Program Associate The F. M. Kirby Foundation Board of Directors announced 103 grants totaling $10,669,250 were approved in the first half of 2024 to nonprofit organizations working to increase the strength and vitality of our communities. In all, 58 grants included general operating support and 54 grants were made to organizations that have been partners…
By Gina Beviglia Program Associate As a community-based funder that has been serving Morris County for over 80 years, we have witnessed firsthand the unique spirit of collaboration that is embraced by local nonprofits. United in their dedication to serve a shared population, Morris County nonprofits have long been maximizing their impact with creative partnerships, shared resources, and collective expertise.…
By Justin Kiczek President Sometimes you want to go where everybody knows your name. A place where your troubles are all the same. Yes, this is the theme song of the 1980s sitcom Cheers. But that song’s staying power goes beyond its catchy jingo. Indeed, Norm, Cliff, Kelsey, and the rest of the characters that made up the Boston bar…
By Gina Beviglia Program Associate The Morris County Funders Group, a coalition of 10 funding organizations, has announced $325,000 in collaborative funding to provide Mental Health First Aid training to Morris County organizations. Mental Health Association in New Jersey will provide the facilitation of this training. This first initiative of the Funders Group, united by the Community Foundation of New…
After 27 years with the F. M. Kirby Foundation, JoAnn Tiefau, Program Officer, will be retiring later this year. JoAnn started at the Foundation in 1996 as a Grants Administrator, Bookkeeper, and Administrative Assistant. She went on to serve as Grants Manager, Program Associate, and Program Officer. JoAnn was responsible for the implementation of the Foundation’s first grants management system…
The F.M. Kirby Foundation is pleased to celebrate 5 years of continuous partnership with Habitat for Humanity Durham. Part of a global, nonprofit housing organization founded with Christian values, Habitat for Humanity Durham seeks to put God’s love into action and bring people together to build homes, communities, and hope. Since being founded in 1985 by Durham Congregations in Action,…