“Typical” Isn’t Good Enough
We asked our grantees what it’s like to work with Barr. Here’s what we learned and what we’re doing about it.
Kalila Barnett to Join Barr’s Climate Team
As Program Officer, Barnett will focus on grantmaking for Climate Resilience.
Barr Awards $24 Million in First Quarter of 2018
New grants include support to design innovative school models, develop regional approaches to reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and build understanding to spark positive change in the diversity of nonprofit leadership.
Board Time: Three Keys to Strategic Engagement
Jim Canales contributes to a new blog series on effective foundation governance.
Barr Awards $23.8 Million in New Grants
Including support for creative placemaking partnerships, student-centered high school models, clean energy technology projects, and the creation of a great public realm throughout Boston’s waterfront.
Giving that Considers All Costs
Three principles that guide Barr's approach to its grant investments.
Eight Questions with Barr's New Director of Learning and Evaluation
A conversation about the role of learning and evaluation in philanthropy with Yvonne Belanger.
From Family Philanthropy to a Legacy Foundation
Barr’s co-founder and chair discusses expanding the Foundation’s Board of Trustees.
Barr Awards $15.9 Million to 51 Organizations
Grants to develop innovative high school models, revitalize regional arts districts, and strengthen community engagement in clean energy.
