• In an effort to increase value to grant seekers, our updated website provides more information about recent grants and links to the websites of recipients when available.

• We have recently added a new page within our Secondary Education Section that highlights past grantees whose work offers opportunities for collaboration. This may be of interest to both grantseekers and other funders.

• In its October 2010 meeting, the Board decided to expand the Religion program beyond exclusive support for theological education to include a pilot program for projects that foster and encourage interfaith dialogue and understanding.  The goal is to support projects that deepen knowledge of the beliefs and practices of major world religions as well as promote respect and appreciation for the growing number of faith traditions represented in today’s American society.  Grant proposals in this area are currently accepted by invitation only.
• In its May 2010 meeting, the Board modified the guidelines for the Health Care program to reflect growing emphasis on projects at a systemic level that contribute to improving patients' experiences of health care.
• In its February 2010 meeting, the Board approved eligibility for members of the Work College Consortium in our Private Higher Education program.
• New requirements are now in place for those applying to the Private Higher Education and Religion programs. Please see the revised guidelines and supplemental application forms for each of these program areas.
  

   

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  On February 4, 2011, eighteen grants totaling $3.67 million were approved by the Board. (See Recent Grants)  
  
  In 2010, forty grants totaling over $8.6 million were approved. 

  |See 2010 Grants|

  In 2009, thirty-three grants totaling $6.786 million were approved.

  |See 2009 Grants|

  Our 2009 Annual Report is available online. To download a copy, please click below.

  |2009 Annual Report|