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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

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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

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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

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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

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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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Celebrating Latino Heritage Through Greater Participation and Representation

October 10, 2024 | by

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Latinos Currently Account for 40% of California Residents

Building a more inclusive, equitable, and just democracy requires focusing on California's diverse Latino population.

Latino Heritage Month is an opportunity to celebrate Latino history and culture in California. Latinos are the largest ethnic group in our state, accounting for 40% of residents. Latinos have contributed enormou…

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Local Election Official Armando Salud-Ambriz is Helping Strengthen Democracy from the Ground Up

What the Birthright Citizenship Decision Reveals About Philanthropy’s Path to Protect and Defend Democracy

Evelyn and Walter Haas, Jr. Fund Announces New President

Let the Games Begin

Looking Ahead in Uncertain Times

Every Voice Shines New Light

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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

Celebrating Latino Heritage Through Greater Participation and Representation

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