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The Wallace Foundation

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Our mission is to help all communities build a more vibrant and just future by fostering advances in the arts, education leadership, and youth development.​

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The Wallace Foundation @wallacefoundation.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
From youth development to the arts, nonprofit leaders are working to balance mission, financial reality, and long-term resilience. Read lessons from organizations in both fields, along with insights from financial management experts. bit.ly/4gr8rlX
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The Wallace Foundation @wallacefoundation.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
Summer programs remain out of reach for millions, with low-income and middle-income families more likely to face barriers such as cost, transportation, and availability. See the full picture of summer program participation in new #AA3PM data. bit.ly/4fqKPNG
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The Wallace Foundation @wallacefoundation.bsky.social · 22/08/2026
Last chance! Vote for our #SXSWEDU panel to hear school leaders discuss the meaningful impact principals have on students, staff, and communities, and how the power of storytelling has helped drive systems change. Voting is open through Sunday: bit.ly/4z3yer7
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The Wallace Foundation @wallacefoundation.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
When principals take center stage, schools thrive. But not all policymakers and education leaders see that. We’re taking this conversation to #SXSWEDU to explore the impact principals have on their students and communities. Vote today: bit.ly/4z3yer7
A school principal stands outside a school, smiling and fist-bumping a student. The text on the image reads: "SXSW EDU, 2027 March 13-16 Austin, TX," "Taking Center Stage: Why Principal Visibility Matters," and "Vote For My PanelPicker Proposal." The community voting dates are August 5-23, 2026.
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The Wallace Foundation @wallacefoundation.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
As policymakers address school challenges, principals are often overlooked. We aim to change that. Vote for “Taking Center Stage” @sxswedu.com to hear from school leaders who are bringing together students, staff, and communities: bit.ly/4z3yer7
A school principal stands outside a school, smiling and fist-bumping a student. The text on the image reads: "SXSW EDU, 2027 March 13-16 Austin, TX," "Taking Center Stage: Why Principal Visibility Matters," and "Vote For My PanelPicker Proposal." The community voting dates are August 5-23, 2026.
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The Wallace Foundation @wallacefoundation.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
When principals take center stage, schools thrive. But not all policymakers and education leaders see that. We’re taking this conversation to #SXSWEDU to explore the impact principals have on their students and communities. Vote today: bit.ly/4z3yer7
A school principal stands outside a school, smiling and fist-bumping a student. The text on the image reads: "SXSW EDU, 2027 March 13-16 Austin, TX," "Taking Center Stage: Why Principal Visibility Matters," and "Vote For My PanelPicker Proposal." The community voting dates are August 5-23, 2026.
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The Wallace Foundation @wallacefoundation.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
Parents want a summer of opportunity for young people – and support public funding to make that a reality! New data finds that 89% of parents are in favor of public funding for summer learning opportunities. bit.ly/4fqKPNG
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The Wallace Foundation @wallacefoundation.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
Nationwide, parents of 24.6M kids want a summer program for their child. However, roughly half of these children are missing out on the positive and engaging experiences summer can hold. New #AA3PM data paints the full picture of summer program participation in America: bit.ly/4fqKPNG
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The Wallace Foundation @wallacefoundation.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
Summer programs remain out of reach for millions, with low-income and middle-income families more likely to face barriers such as cost, transportation, and availability. See the full picture of summer program participation in new #AA3PM data. bit.ly/4fqKPNG
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The Wallace Foundation @wallacefoundation.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
From youth development to the arts, nonprofit leaders are working to balance mission, financial reality, and long-term resilience. Read lessons from organizations in both fields, along with insights from financial management experts. bit.ly/4gr8rlX
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The Wallace Foundation @wallacefoundation.bsky.social · 27/07/2026
“Tradition can be a generative force that supports aesthetic expansion, interdisciplinary collaboration, and engagement with institutional structures.” bit.ly/4w6O5nq
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The Wallace Foundation @wallacefoundation.bsky.social · 26/07/2026
How can nonprofits balance mission with financial reality? Leaders at Big Thought and The Laundromat Project are strengthening financial planning, rethinking revenue models, and building long-term resilience. Read how: bit.ly/4gr8rlX
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The Wallace Foundation @wallacefoundation.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
“As young people transition into adolescence, their world is starting to expand. It's our job as caring adults to provide them with expanded possibilities and opportunities.” bit.ly/4eC1e1i
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The Wallace Foundation @wallacefoundation.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
As nonprofits face shifting funding and rising costs, what practices can help them plan for the future? Read lessons from nonprofit leaders in the arts and youth development fields. bit.ly/4gr8rlX
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The Wallace Foundation @wallacefoundation.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
Nationwide, parents of 24.6M kids want a summer program for their child. However, roughly half of these children are missing out on the positive and engaging experiences summer can hold. New #AA3PM data paints the full picture of summer program participation in America: bit.ly/4fqKPNG
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The Wallace Foundation @wallacefoundation.bsky.social · 14/07/2026
A new brief looks at how an organization’s leadership model prioritizes staff’s artistry and creative development while supporting well-being. bit.ly/4nobHQl
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The Wallace Foundation @wallacefoundation.bsky.social · 12/07/2026
Parents want a summer of opportunity for young people – and support public funding to make that a reality! New data finds that 89% of parents are in favor of public funding for summer learning opportunities. bit.ly/4fqKPNG
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The Wallace Foundation @wallacefoundation.bsky.social · 12/07/2026
Summer can be a time of growth, learning, and exploration for young people. But new #AA3PM data shows that 1 in 2 kids are missing out on the programs families want for them. Read more on the summer struggle for families: bit.ly/4fqKPNG
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The Wallace Foundation @wallacefoundation.bsky.social · 11/07/2026
“Tradition can be a generative force that supports aesthetic expansion, interdisciplinary collaboration, and engagement with institutional structures.” bit.ly/4w6O5nq
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The Wallace Foundation @wallacefoundation.bsky.social · 10/07/2026
Join us in welcoming Dan Weisberg to Wallace as chief program and policy officer. Weisberg brings deep experience in education, nonprofit leadership, strategy, and systems change to this newly created role. bit.ly/4y6ivqJ
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The Wallace Foundation @wallacefoundation.bsky.social · 10/07/2026
As nonprofits face shifting funding and rising costs, what practices can help them plan for the future? Read lessons from nonprofit leaders in the arts and youth development fields. bit.ly/4gr8rlX
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The Wallace Foundation @wallacefoundation.bsky.social · 09/07/2026
We’re excited to welcome Dan Weisberg to Wallace’s senior leadership team as chief program & policy officer! He will provide executive leadership to strengthen the integration of the foundation's grantmaking & partnerships across program, research & policy bit.ly/4y6ivqJ
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The Wallace Foundation @wallacefoundation.bsky.social · 08/07/2026
We’re pleased to welcome Dan Weisberg as Wallace’s chief program and policy officer, a newly created role that brings together our arts, education leadership, youth development, and research work to strengthen integration and impact. bit.ly/4y6ivqJ
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The Wallace Foundation @wallacefoundation.bsky.social · 08/07/2026
This National Summer Learning Week, we’re highlighting how more than 100 districts are designing summer programs that support academic success and well-being: bit.ly/3RmqVd1
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The Wallace Foundation @wallacefoundation.bsky.social · 07/07/2026
What can a summer program look like? For over 100 districts, the answer includes academics, enrichment, community partnerships, and creative approaches to keeping young people engaged. #SummerLearningWeek bit.ly/3RmqVd1
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The Wallace Foundation @wallacefoundation.bsky.social · 06/07/2026
Trying a new sport. Making a new friend. Speaking up in class. These everyday risks help young people learn, grow, and build identity. Learn more about what brain science tells us about adolescence: bit.ly/4eC1e1i
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The Wallace Foundation @wallacefoundation.bsky.social · 03/07/2026
Summer programs remain out of reach for millions, with low-income and middle-income families more likely to face barriers such as cost, transportation, and availability. See the full picture of summer program participation in new #AA3PM data. bit.ly/4fqKPNG
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The Wallace Foundation @wallacefoundation.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
Nationwide, parents of 24.6M kids want a summer program for their child. However, roughly half of these children are missing out on the positive and engaging experiences summer can hold. New #AA3PM data paints the full picture of summer program participation in America: bit.ly/4fqKPNG
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The Wallace Foundation @wallacefoundation.bsky.social · 30/06/2026
Tradition can be a force for innovation. A new brief explores how Ragamala Dance Company creates evolving, multidisciplinary work rooted in Bharatanatyam. bit.ly/4w6O5nq
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The Wallace Foundation @wallacefoundation.bsky.social · 29/06/2026
Nearly two-thirds of principals say they’re satisfied with their professional learning overall, but about half also say they don’t have enough opportunities. Read more in a new report from Vanderbilt University. bit.ly/4ttg3be
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The Wallace Foundation @wallacefoundation.bsky.social · 29/06/2026
What does “liberatory leadership” look like in practice? At BlackStar Projects: experimentation, shared power, and a deep investment in staff artistry. Learn more in this brief: bit.ly/4nobHQl
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The Wallace Foundation @wallacefoundation.bsky.social · 28/06/2026
A new brief looks at how an organization’s leadership model prioritizes staff’s artistry and creative development while supporting well-being. bit.ly/4nobHQl
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The Wallace Foundation @wallacefoundation.bsky.social · 25/06/2026
What does brain science tell us about adolescence? “It’s a really critical time when adults & society can have a very positive impact on the developing person.” Learn more from a professor of psychology and adolescent brain development, expert. bit.ly/4eC1e1i
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The Wallace Foundation @wallacefoundation.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
DYK early planning and collaboration across school districts’ departments are vital to building and sustaining high-quality #summerlearning programs? Learn more about this and other key strategies districts are using to maximize summer in a new brief. bit.ly/4to7JsN
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The Wallace Foundation @wallacefoundation.bsky.social · 22/06/2026
“Tradition can be a generative force that supports aesthetic expansion, interdisciplinary collaboration, and engagement with institutional structures.” bit.ly/4w6O5nq
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The Wallace Foundation @wallacefoundation.bsky.social · 22/06/2026
Summer can be a time of growth, learning, and exploration for young people. But new #AA3PM data shows that 1 in 2 kids are missing out on the programs families want for them. Read more on the summer struggle for families: bit.ly/4fqKPNG
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The Wallace Foundation @wallacefoundation.bsky.social · 22/06/2026
Research brief explores how Chicago’s Rebuild Foundation uses arts-making and placemaking to support cultural preservation, community well-being, and Black creativity on the South Side. bit.ly/4doxQcJ
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The Wallace Foundation @wallacefoundation.bsky.social · 20/06/2026
New research highlights Ragamala Dance Company and how Bharatanatyam—a classical dance form of South India—continues to evolve through bold, contemporary artistic work. bit.ly/4w6O5nq
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The Wallace Foundation @wallacefoundation.bsky.social · 18/06/2026
A new research brief from NYU Metro highlights the importance of building internal capacity and commitment, community and leadership buy in, diverse community partnerships, and multiple funding streams to sustain #summerlearning for students. bit.ly/4to7JsN
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The Wallace Foundation @wallacefoundation.bsky.social · 17/06/2026
“As young people transition into adolescence, their world is starting to expand. It's our job as caring adults to provide them with expanded possibilities and opportunities.” bit.ly/4eC1e1i
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The Wallace Foundation @wallacefoundation.bsky.social · 16/06/2026
Trying a new sport. Making a new friend. Speaking up in class. These everyday risks help young people learn, grow, and build identity. Learn more about what brain science tells us about adolescence: bit.ly/4eC1e1i
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The Wallace Foundation @wallacefoundation.bsky.social · 16/06/2026
Parents want a summer of opportunity for young people – and support public funding to make that a reality! New data finds that 89% of parents are in favor of public funding for summer learning opportunities. bit.ly/4fqKPNG
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The Wallace Foundation @wallacefoundation.bsky.social · 15/06/2026
How are districts sustaining #summerlearning programs in a climate of funding uncertainty? By diversifying their funding streams. A new brief from NYU Metro shares what this means and how 13 districts did it. bit.ly/4to7JsN
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The Wallace Foundation @wallacefoundation.bsky.social · 13/06/2026
Community organizations are crucial #summerlearning partners for districts, providing enriching experiences and support services for students. Learn how districts leverage partnerships to strengthen outcomes and internal capacity in a new brief. bit.ly/4to7JsN
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The Wallace Foundation @wallacefoundation.bsky.social · 13/06/2026
Summer programs remain out of reach for millions, with low-income and middle-income families more likely to face barriers such as cost, transportation, and availability. See the full picture of summer program participation in new #AA3PM data. bit.ly/4fqKPNG
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The Wallace Foundation @wallacefoundation.bsky.social · 13/06/2026
New research finds principals often value informal learning more than formal PD programs. Learn more about how school leaders continue to grow on the job and what districts can do to better support them in a new report. bit.ly/4ttg3be
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The Wallace Foundation @wallacefoundation.bsky.social · 12/06/2026
Research brief explores how Chicago’s Rebuild Foundation uses arts-making and placemaking to support cultural preservation, community well-being, and Black creativity on the South Side. bit.ly/4doxQcJ
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The Wallace Foundation @wallacefoundation.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
Tradition can be a force for innovation. A new brief explores how Ragamala Dance Company creates evolving, multidisciplinary work rooted in Bharatanatyam. bit.ly/4w6O5nq
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The Wallace Foundation @wallacefoundation.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
What does “liberatory leadership” look like in practice? At BlackStar Projects: experimentation, shared power, and a deep investment in staff artistry. Learn more in this brief: bit.ly/4nobHQl
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The Wallace Foundation @wallacefoundation.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
A new tool helps arts educators connect program design with the outcomes they want for young people—from relationships to career pathways. Watch the video to learn how it works. bit.ly/3NlAebl
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