Supporting New England Communities Under Threat and Ensuring a Fair and Accurate 2020 Census Count
Barr announces $3-million expansion of 2017 Special Initiative, including an open request for proposals to fund efforts throughout New England.
Board Time: Three Keys to Strategic Engagement
Jim Canales contributes to a new blog series on effective foundation governance.
Barr Foundation Expands Climate Program
With an initial $5 million commitment for 2018, Barr Foundation adds climate resilience as a third priority of its Climate program.
Riding the Bus Is About to Get Better for 30,000 Commuters
Arlington, Everett, and Cambridge in partnership with Watertown, receive $100,000 grants to demonstrate BRT’s potential.
Giving that Considers All Costs
Three principles that guide Barr's approach to its grant investments.
The Imperative for Aspiration
Five questions for a world-class city to create a great public realm.
The Power and Potential of our Creative Economy
Business, government, and cultural leaders champion findings of new reports detailing how much “Arts Means Business” in New England.
We Must All Speak Out
Together, we must ensure that hate does not prevail.
Inspiring Joy and Promoting Peace on Boston’s Waterfront
The Martin Richard Charitable Foundation and partners celebrate the groundbreaking of Martin’s Park.
Barr Announces Request for Proposals as Part of Waterfront Initiative
Foundation issues RFP to support constituency-building for a great public realm along Boston’s waterfront.