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Our Ongoing COVID-19 Response
This page offers information about the Barr Foundation’s response to COVID-19.
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President’s Corner
Updates from Barr’s president, Jim Canales.
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Blog Post
Barr Commits $2 Million to Immigrant-Serving Organizations
Newest grants in response to COVID-19 focus on supporting Massachusetts’ immigrant communities.
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Investing Resources and Offering Flexibility
How the Barr Foundation continues to respond to COVID-19.
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Blog Post
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
Massachusetts Wants Climate Action and Leadership
New poll shows majorities across demographic groups now see climate change as a serious problem if left unaddressed.
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