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Our Work

Investing in human, natural, and creative potential.

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Barr Foundation Appoints Two New Trustees

| 06.20.2017

Emerson College President Lee Pelton and energy expert Sue Tierney to join board of the $1.7 billion private foundation.

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Arts & Creativity

Elevating the arts and enabling creative expression to engage and inspire.

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New Report Proves the Creative Economy is Underpinning New England’s Growth

Cathy Edwards

Cathy Edwards | 06.22.2017

New England’s creative workers earn nearly $17 billion per year, but are still being affected by global trends in technology and changing consumer habits.

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Climate

Advancing solutions in clean energy, mobility, and resilient communities.

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Unwavering Resolve to Advance Solutions for Climate Change

| 06.06.2017

Recent remarks from Barr’s president reaffirming the Foundation’s commitment to advance ambitious goals, in partnership with others continuing to lead.

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Education

Connecting all students to success in and beyond high school.

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Positive Youth Development – What Does it Look Like in High Schools?

Jenny Curtin

Jenny Curtin | 06.13.2017

A recap and recording of a recent webinar featuring successful high schools intentionally designed around positive youth development theory.

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