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Evelyn and Walter Haas, Jr. Fund Announces New President

June 22, 2026 | by

Former Levi Strauss Foundation Leader Daniel Lee to Guide Haas Jr.’s Closing Chapter

Lee brings deep roots in the Haas family’s philanthropic legacy and 25 years of field leadership.

The Evelyn and Walter Haas, Jr. Fund’s Board of Directors is pleased to announce that Daniel Lee will become Haas Jr.’s next President and CEO, effective August 24, 2026. The former executive director of the Levi St…

Let the Games Begin

June 10, 2026 | by

The World Cup is an Opportunity to Showcase Core Values and Democratic Principles

Haas Jr. partners are working to promote joy, welcome, and safety for fans, immigrant communities.

Every four years, I eagerly await the World Cup. Some of my best memories growing up involve gathering with community to watch matches and getting swept up in the excitement and joy of the game. Soccer is the…

An Important Message from the Board of Directors of the Evelyn and Walter Haas, Jr. Fund

June 1, 2026 | by

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Marking its 75th anniversary, the Fund will sunset its work in 2028.

We will continue to support our key programs in Democracy, Immigrant Rights, and College Success at current grantmaking levels for the 2027 and 2028 calendar years.

Dear Friends,Seventy-three years ago, my parents created the Evelyn and Walter Haas, Jr. Fund to further their shared vision of a society in which every person has opportunities to thrive and live life with dignity…

Honoring Cathy Cha and Looking Ahead to Our Next Chapter

May 27, 2026 | by

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We Remain Deeply Committed to Our Vision and Our Values

Please share a message, photo, or favorite memory with Cathy.

Dear Friends,My parents created the Evelyn and Walter Haas, Jr. Fund in 1953 with a vision of a society in which every person has the opportunity to thrive and live with dignity and hope. Seventy-three years later,…

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Funders Want Impact, Strong Coalitions Can Deliver It

April 20, 2026 | by

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Coalitions drive change—yet many funders still hesitate to support them.

The coalition’s impact is remarkable but it’s not sustainable without investment. And its story underscores some clear to-dos for philanthropy from our report.

This op-ed was first published by the Center for Effective Philanthropy on April 23, 2026.College Success Programs Director Monica Martinez's and Ria Sengupta Bhatt's op-ed shows how coalitions drive lasting change—…

Haas, Jr. Fund President Cathy Cha Announces Departure

April 2, 2026 | by

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Cathy Cha’s Next Chapter

It has been a privilege and an honor to work alongside you

Dear Colleagues and Friends, After seven years of leading the Evelyn and Walter Haas, Jr. Fund as its President and CEO, and another fifteen years calling the Fund my professional home, I have made the difficul…

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Evelyn and Walter Haas, Jr. Fund Announces New President

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An Important Message from the Board of Directors of the Evelyn and Walter Haas, Jr. Fund

Honoring Cathy Cha and Looking Ahead to Our Next Chapter

Funders Want Impact, Strong Coalitions Can Deliver It

Haas, Jr. Fund President Cathy Cha Announces Departure

Featured Content

Evelyn and Walter Haas, Jr. Fund Announces New President

Let the Games Begin

Looking Ahead in Uncertain Times

Standing Up for Immigrants, Standing Up for Democracy

Protecting the Right to Vote

Every Voice Shines New Light

Perspectives Search Filters

Perspectives That Match Filter Criteria

Evelyn and Walter Haas, Jr. Fund Announces New President

Let the Games Begin

An Important Message from the Board of Directors of the Evelyn and Walter Haas, Jr. Fund

Honoring Cathy Cha and Looking Ahead to Our Next Chapter

Funders Want Impact, Strong Coalitions Can Deliver It

Haas, Jr. Fund President Cathy Cha Announces Departure

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