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Read the thoughts and impressions on a variety of topics written by Ann T. Lisi, President and CEO, and Chris O’Keefe, Vice President of Program, as well as occasional guest bloggers about what’s happening at Greater Worcester Community Foundation.
General
Looking Under the Hood of GWCF Granting »
By
Chris O’Keeffe
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February 22, 2019
8 tips and insights to help you apply smarter!
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General
New Beginnings »
By
Ann T. Lisi
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January 17, 2019
A reflection on embracing new challenges and new changes.
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General
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Inside the Foundation
Who are we now? »
By
Ann T. Lisi
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December 18, 2018
Foundation President Ann Lisi answers this existential question in a blog post you don't want to miss.
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Civic Leadership
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General
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Inside the Foundation
You asked. NSC answered. »
By
Ann T. Lisi
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September 17, 2018
Our fall workshops for nonprofit leaders address timely topics that span the spectrum.
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General
Opportunity and the American Dream »
By
Chris O’Keeffe
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August 15, 2018
The opportunity gap in this country won't close itself. On the local and national level, we're standing up to address it.
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General
Sparking Creativity in Worcester »
By
Ann T. Lisi
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July 24, 2018
And sustaining it by supporting diverse voices and catalyzing collaborations that make our community strong.
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Community Events
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General
Building a better Worcester together »
By
Ann T. Lisi
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May 17, 2018
The Renaissance Award is the Foundation's highest honor, and we believe we have a truly exceptional recipient in Friendly House Executive Executive Director, Gordon Hargrove.
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With Gratitude to Professional Advisors - Building a Stronger Community »
By
Ann T. Lisi
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April 9, 2018
We hear from professional advisors throughout the year, whenever the conversation turns to charitable giving.
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Shaping a Community for Nonprofit Leaders »
By
Ann T. Lisi
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March 19, 2018
I like it best when our Foundation Board Room becomes the NSC Conference Center, a bustling place, filled with the voices of peers and professionals exchanging ideas and drawing support from one another.
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Grants
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Creative Worcester »
By
Kelly Stimson
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February 12, 2018
Thanks to the generosity and support of the Barr Foundation, Greater Worcester Community Foundation has joined Creative Commonwealth, a new initiative to strengthen arts and creativity across Massachusetts.
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