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Every Voice Shines New Light

The value of an idea increases exponentially when it’s shared. From our staff, partners and grantees to the people impacted by their efforts, each perspective offers new insight into the critical issues at the heart of our work.

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

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

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,…

Haas, Jr. Fund President Cathy Cha Announces Departure

April 2, 2026 | by

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…

Looking Ahead in Uncertain Times

March 17, 2026 | by

The Time Has Come to Build What’s Next

In 2026, the Haas, Jr. Fund is advancing our ambitions by focusing on root causes, bold ideas, greater agility, and deeper collaboration with funding and community partners to drive innovative solutions.

Even though the chaos continues, this year feels different to me. For Haas Jr., 2025 was a year for listening, shifting gears, and setting out to defend and respond to the fast-changing world around us. It was a yea…

Standing Up for Immigrants, Standing Up for Democracy

March 17, 2026 | by

What This Moment Is Calling on Us to Do

Community organizations are showing us what it means to build community, stand up for each other, link arms across issues, and stand up for democracy

Over the past several months, we’ve seen countless neighbors, friends, students, unions and businesses standing up for the rights and dignity of immigrants in this country. This is true not in just Minnesota, where…

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Let the Games Begin

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Looking Ahead in Uncertain Times

Standing Up for Immigrants, Standing Up for Democracy

Featured Content

Let the Games Begin

Looking Ahead in Uncertain Times

Standing Up for Immigrants, Standing Up for Democracy

Protecting the Right to Vote

Kiana’s Story: How Hybrid Higher Education Supports Today’s Students

Every Voice Shines New Light

Perspectives Search Filters

Perspectives That Match Filter Criteria

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

Haas, Jr. Fund President Cathy Cha Announces Departure

Looking Ahead in Uncertain Times

Standing Up for Immigrants, Standing Up for Democracy

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