Hear from staff and partners about aspirations, accomplishments, and lessons learned along the way.
We Must Persevere
In the face of today’s political rhetoric, the work we do as foundations and nonprofits is more important than ever.
Barr Foundation Appoints Two New Trustees
Vanessa Calderón-Rosado and Caroline Hostetter Walsh join as trustees as Barr’s board expansion continues.
Announcing the 2019 Class of Barr Fellows
Selected for their outstanding leadership and contributions to the Greater Boston community.
What Do We Want All of Our High School Graduates to Know and Be Able to Do?
Barr announces RFP for New England communities to build a “portrait of a graduate” – a collective vision of high school graduates who are prepared for post-secondary success.
Barr Awards $17 Million in Second Quarter of 2019
New grants include support to design student-centered schools, accelerate the deployment of energy storage technology, and enhance resilient infrastructure and greenways in Massachusetts.
Boston Globe to Deepen Reporting on Education
Building on the successful “Valedictorians Project,” a broadened journalistic effort aims to increase quantity and quality of coverage and public discussions about Boston’s public schools.
It's Time to Prioritize Equity in Massachusetts' Energy Efficiency Programs
Alex Papali of Clean Water Action calls for collaborative action to ensure that the Commonwealth's energy efficiency programs support access for all communities.
Strengthening School Leadership in Massachusetts
New report examines challenges and opportunities for ensuring every school has an effective principal.
Boston Needs to Invest in a New Generation of Artists
This article was originally published in the Opinion section of The Boston Globe on June 6, 2019.
A Renaissance for Creativity in Essex County
Progress, projects, and early lessons from Essex County Community Foundation, two years in to its Creative County Initiative.