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.
New Grants to Promote and Sustain a Healthy Democracy
Second set of grants in Barr’s 2017 Special Initiative focus on strengthening journalism and protecting freedom of the press.
New Initiative Seeks to Protect Civil Liberties, Informed Democracy
First grants of 2017 Special Initiative aim to bolster organizations’ capacity to respond to growing demand and to extend their reach.
In Changing Times, Philanthropy Must Adapt
Amidst rapid change, uncertainty, and urgent calls for action, how should a foundation balance a commitment to strategy with a capacity to adapt?
King Tides Preview Rising Seas
Boston’s recent “King Tides” provided a glimpse into the near-future—what scientists predict will be the “new normal” of daily high tides by mid-century.
The Promise of Integrated Water Transportation in Boston
On November 3, the Boston City Council’s Committee on Parks, Recreation, & Transportation held a hearing on water transportation in Boston Harbor. Jim Canales was invited to testify. Following are his remarks.
Boston Globe Op-Ed: What is the Vision for Boston’s Waterfront?
This article was originally published in the Opinion section of The Boston Globe on September 30, 2016.
Stewarding a Boston Treasure
Jim Canales describes Barr’s new work to promote a great public realm along Boston’s waterfront.