Hear from staff and partners about aspirations, accomplishments, and lessons learned along the way.
Barr Awards $12 Million in Second Quarter of 2020
New grants include support for reimagining public space post-pandemic; retrofitting Massachusetts’ triple-deckers for energy efficiency; and surveying K-12 parents on the educational challenges of COVID-19.
Barr Foundation Names Lynn Harwell as Vice President for Administration
Experienced leader to assume new role strengthening the Foundation’s operations and talent management.
New Support Available to Massachusetts Schools Planning for 2020-21 School Year
Timely, expert support for school and system leaders navigating COVID19 and planning for the 2020-21 school year.
Barr Commits $2 Million to Immigrant-Serving Organizations
Newest grants in response to COVID-19 focus on supporting Massachusetts’ immigrant communities.
Investing Resources and Offering Flexibility
How the Barr Foundation continues to respond to COVID-19.
A Message to Our Grantees on COVID-19
Barr’s plans and commitments in response to the coronavirus pandemic.
We Welcome Your Feedback
Barr’s Director of Learning and Evaluation describes three ways to share feedback with the Foundation.
Massachusetts Wants Climate Action and Leadership
New poll shows majorities across demographic groups now see climate change as a serious problem if left unaddressed.
