Hear from staff and partners about aspirations, accomplishments, and lessons learned along the way.
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Reimagining More Just Public Spaces
Announcing new grant opportunity for Massachusetts artists and communities to plan and execute public art that creates more just, vibrant, and welcoming public spaces.
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Blog Post
Glimmers of a Future We Need
Today's solutions to our public health crisis are also long-term solutions for transportation and climate.
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Blog Post
Barr Foundation Seeks Education Program Associate
The associate will focus on Barr's efforts to fuel fresh school designs that put success within reach of all students across New England.
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Reimagining More Just Public Spaces
Announcing new grant opportunity for Massachusetts artists and communities to plan and execute public art that creates more just, vibrant, and welcoming public spaces.
Glimmers of a Future We Need
Today's solutions to our public health crisis are also long-term solutions for transportation and climate.
Barr Foundation Seeks Education Program Associate
The associate will focus on Barr's efforts to fuel fresh school designs that put success within reach of all students across New England.
An Enduring Commitment to Racial Equity
Foundation trustees outline key principles for Barr’s racial equity work.
Adapting to a Pandemic: Barr’s Climate Program
An update on actions, learnings, and priorities from Barr’s Climate team amid the pandemic.
Barr Awards $1.36 Million to Nonprofits Supporting Black Communities in Response to COVID-19
The Foundation’s third set of grants in response to the pandemic focuses on organizations serving Black communities.
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.