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President’s Corner
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Blog Post
Barr Commits Over $2 Million for Vaccine Equity Efforts
The Foundation joins local funders in supporting equitable access to the vaccine.
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An Enduring Commitment to Racial Equity
Foundation trustees outline key principles for Barr’s racial equity work.
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We Welcome Your Feedback
Barr’s Director of Learning and Evaluation describes three ways to share feedback with the Foundation.
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Blog Post
Next Barr Fellowship Class Scheduled for 2023
Adapting to COVID-19, Barr extends timeline for 2019 Barr Fellows and postpones selection of the next class.
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