Past Press Releases

2023

New York City's Diplomatic Community to Compete in Consulate Cup Soccer Tournament at Citi Field
October 11, 2023
Fundraising tournament brings together New York City's international diplomatic community to make the beautiful game more accessible for New York City youth. 20 consulates representing New York City's diplomatic community are coming together to compete in the second annual Consulate Cup on Saturday, October 14 from 10:00am - 5:00pm ET. More than 200 players from across the globe will compete in the soccer tournament at Citi Field.

Mayor Adams, Mayor's Fund Announce new Scholarship Initiative to Increase Diversity in Journalism
July 21, 2023
New York City Mayor Eric Adams and the Mayor's Fund to Advance New York City today announced a new scholarship fund to expand access to educational opportunities for New York City students of color and increase diversity within journalism.

"New York City Soccer Initiative Launches Second Annual Community Cup Across NYC Mini-Pitches"
June 30, 2023
The New York City Soccer Initiative (NYCSI) partners -- Mayor's Fund to Advance New York City, New York City Football Club (NYCFC), the U.S. Soccer Foundation, adidas, and Etihad Airways – will host the second annual free NYCSI Community Cup, a celebratory 5v5 tournament that will bring together young people aged 8-11 from all five boroughs to compete on the 50 blue mini-pitches that have been constructed by the partners all across the City.

Trinity Awards More Than $22 Million in Grants, Addressing Housing Insecurity and Mental Health Needs
June 15, 2023
A new $300,000 grant to the Mayor's Fund to Advance New York City, working with New York Disaster Interfaith Services, will help 50 houses of worship across the city provide temporary shelter for 950 asylum seekers