Fay Twersky

@FayDTwersky

President | Trustee | Board | Board Chair Van Leer Jerusalem Institute | Mother of 2. Happily Married. Opinions my own.

Atlanta, GA
blankfoundation.org
Joined February 2012
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  1. Retweeted
    Mar 9

    In response to the humanitarian crisis in Ukraine, we are making a $250,000 grant to to assist with immediate relief. UNICEF is increasing efforts to deliver aid to hundreds of thousands of children and families who are caught in the conflict.

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  2. Feb 17

    Thrilled to welcome to to lead our effective philanthropy team!

    Throughout her nearly 25-year career, Jodi has worked with global organizations, small to medium size social enterprises and private philanthropies to improve the quality and effectiveness of their work. She will join us on March 1.
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  3. Feb 15

    What a year it has been! Loving ATL and Montana and working with amazing colleagues and partners! Grateful for the opportunity. Looking forward to supporting lots of positive change in the years to come.

    Happy one year anniversary to our foundation president !
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  4. Feb 3

    Very proud of this grant to A fabulous Atlanta institution and a national treasure.

    Today we announced a $10 million grant to , the nation’s oldest institution of higher ed for Black women. The funding will establish the Arthur M. Blank Innovation Lab, a creative hub for young entrepreneurs in Spelman's new Center for Innovation & the Arts.
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  5. Jan 27

    Sarah -- so appreciate all the vitality, smarts, warmth and humor you brought to every conversation... best of luck in the next chapter!

    After 8 terrific years, today is last day at . Very grateful for different chapters in this story w/ great people, orgs, and lessons. Herewith a quick flip through 6 chapters of supporting evidence-informed policymaking (+acknowledgements & epilogue).🧵(1/25)
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  6. Jan 25

    So happy to be welcoming our two fabulous ⁦⁩ interns ⁦⁩ this week!

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  7. Jan 25

    Beyond thrilled to welcome to to lead our communications team!

    New staff alert: We've named Sherrie Mazur as our managing director, communications, effective Feb. 14. She joins us from V Foundation for Cancer Research, where she most recently served as the SVP of Communications and Public Affairs.
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  8. Jan 15

    Thanks for all of your partnership over the years always appreciate your intelligence, humor, kindness, fairness, quiet drive for greater impact.

    After 27 amazing years, I'm leaving the for new adventures. It's been a privilege to collaborate w incredible organizations & philanthropic colleagues, including many of you! And I’m thrilled that will be OE's new director & continue this important work!
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  9. Jan 9

    Great to connect w/ new ATL mayor Andre Dickens ⁦⁩ | excited about ways we can partner 4 the future of this great city ... improving the quality of life for all of our inhabitants especially our youth & those who are part of the essential history of our city

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  10. Jan 4

    Great job for someone special working with a great global team!

    Happy new year! We're back online - and hiring a in . Do you have: - 5+ years' experience in development, human rights & gender equality - Strong organizational, strategic, problem-solving & communication skills Find out more >
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  11. Jan 3

    "[I]ntentionally bringing together diverse leaders and funders who have different priorities, worldviews, and theories of change to focus on shared interests will no doubt help heal our culture of divisiveness and deliver better outcomes." via

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  12. 26 Dec 2021

    Rest In Peace Reverend Desmond Tutu. I remember well when I heard him speak at UC Berkeley as an undergrad. An inspiring leader promoting non-violence against injustice. His wisdom “Don’t raise your voice, improve your argument.” Is as relevant today as ever.

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  13. 16 Dec 2021

    So excited to welcome visionary seasoned leaders to !!

    We have appointed two new managing directors to our leadership team. Daniel (Danny) Shoy, Jr., will join us as managing director, Youth Development, starting Feb. 14. Elizabeth (Beth) Brown will join as managing director, Mental Health and Well-Being, starting March 14.
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  14. 15 Dec 2021

    Very much enjoyed this conversation. Thanks for inviting me

    NEW: In this month's episode, talks to JFN member of (formerly of ) about and other trends.
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  15. 14 Dec 2021

    Enjoyed speaking with about a wide ranging set of issues questions facing philanthropy today....Secular, Jewish and more.

    TOMORROW: In our new episode, talks to of about and more. In the meantime, catch up on our recent episodes w/Georgette Bennett of , astronaut Eytan Stibbe & others.
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  16. 13 Dec 2021

    Fun times celebrating with Falcons players ⁦⁩ community celebration!! ⁦⁩ ⁦⁩

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  17. 24 Nov 2021

    Amen.

    A message from our chairman about today's verdict.
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  18. 12 Nov 2021

    Thanks for your service dad. Still miss you after 25 years…

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  19. 29 Oct 2021

    Our first time voting in Georgia! Only an hour and a half wait for early voting today!

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  20. 28 Oct 2021

    There is no off season for democracy! Thanks for your amazing work on these grants and to our fabulous nonprofit partners for all the life changing work you do.

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    We’ve announced nearly $10 million in grants from our new Democracy program area. The 12 grants will support key democracy organizations with consistent funding during local, state & federal election cycles so they can be strong & resilient in the ongoing fight for voting rights.
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