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We Should Not Be Surprised

Jim Canales | , 01.07.2021

In the aftermath of insurrection in Washington D.C., reflections from Barr’s president on what enabled yesterday’s violence and what it demands of each of us.

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Arts & Creativity

Elevating the arts and enabling creative expression.

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Building a Stronger and More Diverse Arts Sector

E. San San Wong & Eva Rosenberg
, 10.27.2020

New report finds Live Arts Boston program having strong positive impacts on arts ecosystem, expanding access and visibility, particularly for artists of color.

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Climate

Advancing solutions in clean energy, mobility, and climate resilience.

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Embracing Winter with Creative Ways to Stay Outdoors

Lisa Jacobson | , 12.17.2020

Inspiration and insights from cold-weather cities reimagining winter as a season to love.

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Education

Helping more young people succeed in learning, work, and life.

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Keep Listening to Teachers

Maria Fenwick | , 10.29.2020

Insights from Massachusetts teachers about what they are learning and how they are responding in this unprecedented back-to-school season.

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  • Blog Post

    Barr and Ford Foundations Together Commit $10 Million to Support BIPOC-Focused Arts in Massachusetts

    E. San San Wong & Jim Canales
    , 09.24.2020

    Massachusetts named one of seven regions in Ford Foundation’s “America’s Cultural Treasures” initiative. Regional grants to be awarded in 2021.

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    An Enduring Commitment to Racial Equity

    Jim Canales | , 08.05.2020

    Foundation trustees outline key principles for Barr’s racial equity work.

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    We Welcome Your Feedback

    Yvonne Belanger | , 02.27.2020

    Barr’s Director of Learning and Evaluation describes three ways to share feedback with the Foundation.

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    In Conversation: District Attorney Rachael Rollins

    Mary Skelton Roberts | , 10.13.2020

    A conversation on the legacy and impacts of racism and the role of the criminal justice system in our region.

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