Nonprofits are tested during periods of economic hardship. How can they—both individually and collectively—be prepared to meet the impending economic storm? The Foundation Center, New York Regional Association of Grantmakers (NYRAG), United Way of New York City, and Citi host a roundtable forum for thought leaders from New York’s nonprofit, philanthropic, business and public sectors. Geoffrey Canada, President and CEO of Harlem Children’s Zone, delivers the keynote address. Then Linda Gibbs, Deputy Mayor for Health and Human Services, offers her remarks.
In his 20-plus years with Harlem Children's Zone, Inc., Geoffrey Canada has become nationally recognized for his pioneering work helping children and families in Harlem and as a passionate advocate for education reform.
Linda I. Gibbs is the Deputy Mayor for Health and Human Services. As Deputy Mayor for Health and Human Services, Gibbs oversees the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, Human Resources Administration, Administration for Children's Services, Department of Homeless Services, Department for the Aging, Health and Hospitals Corporation, Department of Correction, Department of Probation, Department of Juvenile Justice, Office of Health Insurance Access, and the HIV Health and Human Services Planning Council. Prior to her appointment as Deputy Mayor, Gibbs was the Commissioner of the Department of Homeless Services. During the Giuliani Administration, Gibbs served as the Deputy Commissioner for Management and Planning for the Administration for Children's Services. Since her graduation from SUNY Buffalo School of Law in 1985, Gibbs has served in various positions in New York City's government. She has also served in the New York City Council as Special Advisor to the Director of the Finance Division and at the Mayor's Office of Management and Budget as Deputy Director for Social Services.