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San Francisco Dyke March 2018

All-in Against LGBT Discrimination

| by Matt Foreman in LGBT Equality

Investing in Federal Action to Protect the Rights of LGBT People

Haas, Jr. Fund joins with corporate, philanthropic partners to support a wide-ranging campaign for congressional action on anti-LGBT discrimination.

The Haas, Jr. Fund has partnered with a range of other funders—from private foundations to Fortune 500 companies—to support a nationwide educational campaign focused on anti-LGBT discrimination. The goal: securing c…

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Raúl Macías and Dan Torres

Welcoming Raúl Macías and Dan Torres

| by Robert Joseph in Fund News

Haas, Jr. Fund welcomes new program directors to lead its Democracy and Immigrant Rights work

Macías and Torres bring extensive experience as leaders committed to advancing rights and opportunities for underrepresented communities in California.

The pandemic has deepened the inequalities that persist along economic and racial lines in California. At the Evelyn and Haas, Jr. Fund, we’re committed to building a more inclusive democracy to ensure people of col…

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Janet Magana de Cuevas hugs her youngest son, Ruben Magana de Cuevas, 7, at their Vallejo home.

Neighbors Helping Neighbors

| by Zev Lowe in Season of Sharing

In a time of crisis, Season of Sharing donors have stepped up to help Bay Area neighbors in need.

Executive Director Zev Lowe offers his thanks to donors and his perspective on how Season of Sharing has responded to the economic shock of the pandemic.

The past year has put a spotlight on the harsh inequities that keep so many people and communities from realizing their true potential. But it’s also revealed a deep well of compassion and caring across society. Fro…

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Rev. Samuel Casey with group

Rev. Samuel Casey on Shaping a More Racially Just America

| by Rev. Samuel Casey in Democracy

A message to those seeking to support Black-led organizations.

“Foundations and society often expect Black organizations to do more with less than their counterparts. They tell us to make bricks without straw. And that just isn’t sustainable. It’s time to build and invest in movement building specifically for Black communities.” – Rev. Casey

What is the significance of the California Black Freedom Fund in this moment, and in shaping a racially just California? In order for Black people and Black communities to be successful, there needs to be consist…

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A view of the U.S. Capitol Building's Dome, taken from the east side.

Condemning the Violence

| in Democracy

We join other funders to urge elected leaders to help strengthen our democracy.

Philanthropic leaders call for listening and healing, along with urgent action on COVID recovery and relief, racial justice and opportunity for all.

As representatives of nonpartisan philanthropic institutions, serving rural, urban, and suburban communities across the nation, we condemn the violence that broke out at the U.S. Capitol this week. The events in Was…

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Voting location sign in four different languages Letter from the President

“Everything is at Stake”

| by Cathy Cha in Democracy

Creating Opportunities for Greater Civic Engagement

Across California, nonprofit and community leaders are working 24-7 to make sure there’s a power surge in communities of color this year and into the future.

In the lead-up to Election Day, I find inspiration in what’s happening in places like Fresno, California. That’s where a partnership of diverse organizations are working together to lift up the voice and power—and t…

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Building Bridges on Campus

| by john powell in Democracy

UC Berkeley is looking to create connections across differences.

Under the leadership of Professor john powell, the university aims to explore “bridging” as an antidote to isolation and prejudice

With a diverse and global student body that includes more than 40,000 undergraduates, the University of California, Berkeley, is working diligently to create a more welcoming and inclusive campus. It’s all part of a…

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