The Whitman Institute

Common Application: Philanthropy and Increasing Accessibility

By May 5, 2015

What would it be like if foundations didn’t have to be catered to by nonprofits vying for funding for their mission-driven work? Having been a student and researcher for most of my life, in addition to working for several nonprofits, I have done–and will continue to do–many types of applications. While doing certain applications for…

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Channelling Funds Into Baltimore When They Need It Most

By May 1, 2015

As suggested by Pia in her post on supporting emergent racial justice movements, we have previously advocated for the importance of moving quickly the time is right. While this article we are reposting problematically and racially describes Baltimore are “riot-torn” (we might reframe that as another epicenter for the struggle for human rights for black and…

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One Week Away: Our Grantee Voice of Witness is Celebrating their 10th Anniversary, Join us!

By April 29, 2015

Voice of Witness’ 10th Anniversary Benefit is just one week away and we are thrilled to have Voice of Witness friend and musician Beth Orton performing! Beth is a BRIT Award winner and two-time Mercury Prize nominee who has collaborated with Emmylou Harris and Beck, among others. Vogue called Sugaring Season, her most recent album, “a beautiful, timely album.”  Beth will perform a special…

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Join Us Monday April 27th for 21st Century Civic Infrastructure

By April 22, 2015

April 27th Invitation

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The Rockwood Way: Supporting Leaders To Lead

By April 17, 2015

“To change the way change is done… not just in this country, but all around the world.” -Stacy Kono, Director of Programs @ Rockwood Leadership Institute This week I was honored to sit down with Stacy Kono to speak with her about the work of the Rockwood Leadership Institute, as well as her own experiences…

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