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.
How can OST intermediaries better support grassroots organizations and elevate community voice? Family League of Baltimore is showing what that approach looks like in practice: https://bit.ly/3ZMVoBz
February 8, 2026 at 6:18 PM
How can OST intermediaries better support grassroots organizations and elevate community voice? Family League of Baltimore is showing what that approach looks like in practice: https://bit.ly/3ZMVoBz
Family League of Baltimore is building on lessons learned during the pandemic to deepen its engagement with its community in service of an important goal: to build a more equitable future where young people will thrive. https://bit.ly/4qRYsZ3
February 7, 2026 at 7:50 PM
Family League of Baltimore is building on lessons learned during the pandemic to deepen its engagement with its community in service of an important goal: to build a more equitable future where young people will thrive. https://bit.ly/4qRYsZ3
Family League of Baltimore is strengthening OST systems by centering community voices, supporting grassroots organizations, and using data to improve programs. Here’s how other #OST intermediaries can learn from Baltimore: https://bit.ly/3ZMVoBz
February 6, 2026 at 9:50 PM
Family League of Baltimore is strengthening OST systems by centering community voices, supporting grassroots organizations, and using data to improve programs. Here’s how other #OST intermediaries can learn from Baltimore: https://bit.ly/3ZMVoBz
New #AA3PM data finds that affordability, accessibility, and availability are key barriers to participation in afterschool opportunities. Learn what challenges exist for families: https://bit.ly/47nwIV3
February 6, 2026 at 6:56 PM
New #AA3PM data finds that affordability, accessibility, and availability are key barriers to participation in afterschool opportunities. Learn what challenges exist for families: https://bit.ly/47nwIV3
What does it look like to build OST systems with communities, not just for them? Family League of Baltimore offers practical lessons for OST intermediaries nationwide: https://bit.ly/4r5UGLR
A Community-Powered Approach to Out-of-School-Time Programs
How Baltimore is harnessing community partnerships and engaging local voices to expand OST opportunities for young people
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February 4, 2026 at 9:13 PM
What does it look like to build OST systems with communities, not just for them? Family League of Baltimore offers practical lessons for OST intermediaries nationwide: https://bit.ly/4r5UGLR
What does equity-centered leadership development look like? A new report examines practical solutions from eight school districts that adapted leadership development strategies to local needs. https://bit.ly/3Z2Z2XR
February 4, 2026 at 5:55 PM
What does equity-centered leadership development look like? A new report examines practical solutions from eight school districts that adapted leadership development strategies to local needs. https://bit.ly/3Z2Z2XR
Planning summer learning now pays off later. Research links early planning to smoother programs and improved student outcomes. Explore 8 key practices for elementary districts: https://bit.ly/3YDWy20
Summer’s on The Mind
Research-backed practices for jumpstarting your summer learning program
wallacefoundation.org
February 4, 2026 at 5:49 PM
Planning summer learning now pays off later. Research links early planning to smoother programs and improved student outcomes. Explore 8 key practices for elementary districts: https://bit.ly/3YDWy20
Hear from Wallace’s VP of research about why adolescence is a critical moment for development and how our new #youthdevelopment initiative aims to help strengthen career exploration opportunities for adolescents. https://bit.ly/4rbFbm2
Can the Youth Development Sector Accelerate Communities' Cradle-to-Career Goals?
A new, multiyear initiative hopes to help produce evidence and fill gaps around what adolescents need—and how communities can help them
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February 3, 2026 at 6:33 PM
Hear from Wallace’s VP of research about why adolescence is a critical moment for development and how our new #youthdevelopment initiative aims to help strengthen career exploration opportunities for adolescents. https://bit.ly/4rbFbm2
Family League of Baltimore is building on lessons learned during the pandemic to deepen its engagement with its community in service of an important goal: to build a more equitable future where young people will thrive. https://bit.ly/4qRYsZ3
A Community-Powered Approach to Out-of-School-Time Programs
How Baltimore is harnessing community partnerships and engaging local voices to expand OST opportunities for young people
wallacefoundation.org
February 3, 2026 at 2:06 PM
Family League of Baltimore is building on lessons learned during the pandemic to deepen its engagement with its community in service of an important goal: to build a more equitable future where young people will thrive. https://bit.ly/4qRYsZ3
New resources for nonprofits navigating uncertainty: free support from Nonprofit GPS + scenario planning tools to help assess risk and model strategic options. Explore the tools: https://bit.ly/4jYDqFM
StrongNonprofits Toolkit
Resources to strengthen your nonprofit financial management
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February 2, 2026 at 9:18 PM
New resources for nonprofits navigating uncertainty: free support from Nonprofit GPS + scenario planning tools to help assess risk and model strategic options. Explore the tools: https://bit.ly/4jYDqFM
A new report details how Portland Public Schools engaged principal supervisors and coaches in redesigning coaching systems and developing a new supervisory rubric that promotes student-centered school leadership. https://bit.ly/4qNbMxT
February 2, 2026 at 4:41 PM
A new report details how Portland Public Schools engaged principal supervisors and coaches in redesigning coaching systems and developing a new supervisory rubric that promotes student-centered school leadership. https://bit.ly/4qNbMxT
To address historical challenges in retaining diverse and effective school leaders, Fresno Unified School District created affinity groups designed to promote belonging and support for leaders of color. Learn more in a recent report: https://bit.ly/3OcBn4P
February 1, 2026 at 6:15 PM
To address historical challenges in retaining diverse and effective school leaders, Fresno Unified School District created affinity groups designed to promote belonging and support for leaders of color. Learn more in a recent report: https://bit.ly/3OcBn4P
What happens when districts invite community voices into the principal hiring process? A new report details how District of Columbia Public Schools expanded existing practices to engage students, families, and community members in the principal selection process. https://bit.ly/4k6gCnx
January 31, 2026 at 8:09 PM
What happens when districts invite community voices into the principal hiring process? A new report details how District of Columbia Public Schools expanded existing practices to engage students, families, and community members in the principal selection process. https://bit.ly/4k6gCnx
How accurately does national arts data reflect Native peoples’ artistic and cultural participation? A study by First Peoples Fund and NORC takes a closer look. https://bit.ly/49cUx2G
January 31, 2026 at 7:47 PM
How accurately does national arts data reflect Native peoples’ artistic and cultural participation? A study by First Peoples Fund and NORC takes a closer look. https://bit.ly/49cUx2G
A new report explores how Columbus City Schools reimagined the role of university partners for a dual-purpose initiative that prepared future leaders and supported the growth of sitting leaders. Read more: https://bit.ly/3Z6XuMy
January 31, 2026 at 1:28 AM
A new report explores how Columbus City Schools reimagined the role of university partners for a dual-purpose initiative that prepared future leaders and supported the growth of sitting leaders. Read more: https://bit.ly/3Z6XuMy
New data shows that parents recognize the benefits of afterschool, from keeping kids safe to helping them build new skills. #AA3PM #afterschool https://bit.ly/47nwIV3
January 30, 2026 at 7:00 PM
New data shows that parents recognize the benefits of afterschool, from keeping kids safe to helping them build new skills. #AA3PM #afterschool https://bit.ly/47nwIV3
We’re excited to welcome two new leaders to Wallace! Miata Fuller has joined as chief of staff, and Sophia Tsai, CFA, will join as chief investment officer on March 2. Both bring deep expertise and a strong commitment to equity and impact. https://bit.ly/3ZcPWYy
January 30, 2026 at 4:22 PM
We’re excited to welcome two new leaders to Wallace! Miata Fuller has joined as chief of staff, and Sophia Tsai, CFA, will join as chief investment officer on March 2. Both bring deep expertise and a strong commitment to equity and impact. https://bit.ly/3ZcPWYy
How are school districts preparing aspiring leaders for future leadership roles? Baltimore City Schools describes how its 12-month residency program is developing the skills and knowledge strong candidates need to succeed. https://bit.ly/4a4X6TS
January 30, 2026 at 12:25 PM
How are school districts preparing aspiring leaders for future leadership roles? Baltimore City Schools describes how its 12-month residency program is developing the skills and knowledge strong candidates need to succeed. https://bit.ly/4a4X6TS
Building strong school leaders who are prepared to lead effectively and advance educational equity takes effort. A new report highlights how eight urban school districts are designing unique strategies aligned to their local contexts. https://bit.ly/4qcAirb
January 29, 2026 at 10:05 PM
Building strong school leaders who are prepared to lead effectively and advance educational equity takes effort. A new report highlights how eight urban school districts are designing unique strategies aligned to their local contexts. https://bit.ly/4qcAirb
What does it take to develop school leaders committed to equity? From pre-service preparation to on-the-job support, a new report shares lessons from 8 school districts building systems that develop effective leaders responsive to their communities. https://bit.ly/3LVE5Lu
January 29, 2026 at 4:08 PM
What does it take to develop school leaders committed to equity? From pre-service preparation to on-the-job support, a new report shares lessons from 8 school districts building systems that develop effective leaders responsive to their communities. https://bit.ly/3LVE5Lu
Culturally specific dance organizations are often undersupported by funding systems that prioritize what’s seen as “new” or “innovative,” overlooking the value of sustaining cultural traditions. Learn more in a new brief. https://bit.ly/4597jwA
Keepers of the Flame A study of culturally specific dance organizations in Northern California
This brief looks at what makes culturally specific dance organizations and their work in Northern California unique.
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January 29, 2026 at 3:52 PM
Culturally specific dance organizations are often undersupported by funding systems that prioritize what’s seen as “new” or “innovative,” overlooking the value of sustaining cultural traditions. Learn more in a new brief. https://bit.ly/4597jwA
Check out new resources in our Strong Nonprofits toolkit—including free support to help nonprofits make well-informed decisions in times of uncertainty and a set of scenario planning tools to help navigate strategic and financial shifts. https://bit.ly/4jYDqFM
StrongNonprofits Toolkit
Resources to strengthen your nonprofit financial management
bit.ly
January 28, 2026 at 9:10 PM
Check out new resources in our Strong Nonprofits toolkit—including free support to help nonprofits make well-informed decisions in times of uncertainty and a set of scenario planning tools to help navigate strategic and financial shifts. https://bit.ly/4jYDqFM
While the short-term benefits of youth participation in community arts programs are well documented, there has been less focus on long-range outcomes. This new framework assesses the lasting impacts of involvement in youth arts programs: https://bit.ly/3JRUWOj
January 28, 2026 at 4:48 PM
While the short-term benefits of youth participation in community arts programs are well documented, there has been less focus on long-range outcomes. This new framework assesses the lasting impacts of involvement in youth arts programs: https://bit.ly/3JRUWOj
It may be January, but #summerlearning planning starts now. Research shows districts that begin summer learning planning now run smoother programs with fewer disruptions. Here are 8 research-backed practices to guide the process: https://bit.ly/49VfVtC
Summer’s on The Mind
Research-backed practices for jumpstarting your summer learning program
wallacefoundation.org
January 27, 2026 at 8:54 PM
It may be January, but #summerlearning planning starts now. Research shows districts that begin summer learning planning now run smoother programs with fewer disruptions. Here are 8 research-backed practices to guide the process: https://bit.ly/49VfVtC
Culturally specific dance organizations play an integral role in preserving culture and community, but they are often overlooked by arts service organizations and funders. A new study examines their structures, funding, & challenges in Northern California. https://bit.ly/4597jwA
Keepers of the Flame A study of culturally specific dance organizations in Northern California
This brief looks at what makes culturally specific dance organizations and their work in Northern California unique.
bit.ly
January 27, 2026 at 6:30 PM
Culturally specific dance organizations play an integral role in preserving culture and community, but they are often overlooked by arts service organizations and funders. A new study examines their structures, funding, & challenges in Northern California. https://bit.ly/4597jwA