On December 11, 2014, Temescal Associates and the Learning in Afterschool & Summer Project held the fourth How Kids Learn conference, focused on character building, social emotional learning, and educational equity. They have produced videos of the key presentations on the How Kids Learn YouTube channel, which also includes presentations from educational and afterschool thinkers from previous conferences. Highlights include talks from practitioners and youth on social-emotional learning and kids of color, character skills and Mexican-American youth, and growth mindset.

The Brooklyn Community Foundation has launched Brooklyn Accelerator, a unique component of their new community impact strategy designed to be a hub of information, idea exchange, and gathering of philanthropic resources across the borough. The Brooklyn Accelerator aims to connect community-based nonprofits to new donors and board members; sponsor nonprofit capacity-building and technical assistance services; provide training on equity, cultural competence, and anti-racism; and - using the Foundation's new office in Crown Heights - incubate and support promising local leaders and organizations. Visit the Brooklyn Accelerator section of the Foundation's website to learn more and sign up for monthly Brooklyn Accelerator email updates - featuring local nonprofit news, funding opportunities, and job openings.