Perspectives | Evelyn and Walter Haas, Jr. Fund

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.

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Uniting for Immigrant Rights and a Just Future

March 12, 2025 | by

Rising Above Fear

Now is the time to practice courage, resilience, and collective action.

Leading the immigrant rights program at the Haas, Jr. Fund is an honor and, like many of you, I’ve had to dig deep to find my footing in these times. As the daughter of Iranian immigrants and an immigration lawyer,…

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Following Six Students as They Chase Their College Dreams

March 12, 2025 | by

New PBS Docuseries, "The Class," Premiering March 18

The Haas, Jr. Fund is honored to help sponsor this documentary as part of our commitment to expanding college access for more students.

Navigating the college application and admissions process is never easy, especially for low-income students of color who may be the first in their families to go to college. A dramatic PBS docuseries funded in part…

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Giving More People A Voice in Orange County

March 12, 2025 | by

A Look at Two Civic Engagement Initiatives in the Region

The steadily growing and diverse California county is becoming a model for innovative solutions to expand voting and civic participation.

Voter turnout in the 2024 election was down, particularly among young people and voters of color. In California, the overall turnout of eligible voters during the general election dropped by nearly 11 percentage poi…

Coming Together for Sustained Investments in Black Communities

February 24, 2025 | by

A Conversation with Marc Philpart of the California Black Freedom Fund

The California Black Freedom Fund marks its fifth anniversary this year with bold plans for the future.

The California Black Freedom Fund (CBFF) was founded in 2020 in the wake of George Floyd’s murder to build and sustain the power of organizations serving the Black community across California. CBFF has provided more…

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United Against Hate & Division

January 31, 2025 | by

Standing By The Communities We Serve

We reaffirm our commitment to protecting communities, defending progress, and keeping the California Dream within reach for all.

The Evelyn and Walter Haas, Jr. Fund signed on to the following statement alongside a coalition of California’s leading philanthropic organizations.“As California’s philanthropic leaders, we stand committed to advan…

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Values and Commitment

November 5, 2024 | by

A Promise to Our Communities and Partners

The Haas, Jr. Fund’s dedication to our values and communities remains unwavering no matter what the election outcome.

The Evelyn and Walter Haas, Jr. Fund signed on to the following statement alongside the CEOs of California’s leading philanthropic organizations.“On this historic election day, we stand united as leaders of Californ…

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Uniting for Immigrant Rights and a Just Future

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Coming Together for Sustained Investments in Black Communities

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Values and Commitment

Featured Content

New Report: Mapping California’s Higher Ed Advocacy Coalitions

Freedom, Courage and Caring

Imagine a California Where We All Belong

Advancing Belonging Through Budget Advocacy

A Black Community Space at Cal

Every Voice Shines New Light

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Uniting for Immigrant Rights and a Just Future

Following Six Students as They Chase Their College Dreams

Giving More People A Voice in Orange County

Coming Together for Sustained Investments in Black Communities

United Against Hate & Division

Values and Commitment

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