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.
Does an audience’s distance from a performing arts venue affect whether or not they will attend a live event? If distance is a factor, can organizations do anything to entice audiences from further away? Read more in a new brief: https://bit.ly/49q9Rtf
November 14, 2025 at 9:12 PM
Does an audience’s distance from a performing arts venue affect whether or not they will attend a live event? If distance is a factor, can organizations do anything to entice audiences from further away? Read more in a new brief: https://bit.ly/49q9Rtf
From early planning to soliciting student and family feedback, Rochester Public Schools continues to improve and elevate its “Summer of Discovery” program to better meet students’ needs. Learn more about the district's vision for summer in this new report. https://bit.ly/4phwKEH
November 14, 2025 at 2:19 PM
From early planning to soliciting student and family feedback, Rochester Public Schools continues to improve and elevate its “Summer of Discovery” program to better meet students’ needs. Learn more about the district's vision for summer in this new report. https://bit.ly/4phwKEH
“The reality is that for many artists, the dream of sustaining a creative career now comes with steep odds: volatile income, limited benefits and few protections against technological or market shocks.” https://bit.ly/47lxIsL
It’s always been hard to make it as an artist in America – and it’s becoming only harder
Instead of treating creative work as a legitimate field, US labor policy, copyright law and the tax code have failed to offer artists stability or protection.
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November 13, 2025 at 8:12 PM
“The reality is that for many artists, the dream of sustaining a creative career now comes with steep odds: volatile income, limited benefits and few protections against technological or market shocks.” https://bit.ly/47lxIsL
How can funders reach the community-rooted arts orgs often left out of traditional grantmaking? In this podcast, grantees in Wallace’s Advancing Well-being in the Arts initiative join Wallace’s VP of the arts to discuss bridging gaps in arts funding. https://bit.ly/47EQyeF
Power in the Middle: Strategies for Effective Regranting — The Reader
with Bahia Ramos, Juan Souki, Anika Tené, and Joy Young, PhD
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November 13, 2025 at 6:43 PM
How can funders reach the community-rooted arts orgs often left out of traditional grantmaking? In this podcast, grantees in Wallace’s Advancing Well-being in the Arts initiative join Wallace’s VP of the arts to discuss bridging gaps in arts funding. https://bit.ly/47EQyeF
Seattle Public Schools’ “Year-Long Excellence Squad” is dedicated to integrating #summerlearning beyond the traditional school year. See how the district has made year-round learning a reality in this Summer Snapshot. https://bit.ly/487KgVd
November 13, 2025 at 3:50 PM
Seattle Public Schools’ “Year-Long Excellence Squad” is dedicated to integrating #summerlearning beyond the traditional school year. See how the district has made year-round learning a reality in this Summer Snapshot. https://bit.ly/487KgVd
How can principal supervisors best support school leaders? Read some lessons from six districts who shifted the role from oversight to instructional support. https://bit.ly/47nveKR
November 12, 2025 at 7:36 PM
How can principal supervisors best support school leaders? Read some lessons from six districts who shifted the role from oversight to instructional support. https://bit.ly/47nveKR
Wallace’s VP of the arts chats with leaders from Mid-Atlantic Arts, Creative West, and South Arts about how collaboration, trust, and flexibility can help reshape #arts philanthropy. Listen here: https://bit.ly/47EQyeF
Power in the Middle: Strategies for Effective Regranting — The Reader
with Bahia Ramos, Juan Souki, Anika Tené, and Joy Young, PhD
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November 12, 2025 at 6:42 PM
Wallace’s VP of the arts chats with leaders from Mid-Atlantic Arts, Creative West, and South Arts about how collaboration, trust, and flexibility can help reshape #arts philanthropy. Listen here: https://bit.ly/47EQyeF
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
November 12, 2025 at 4:08 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
Lessons from Chattanooga 2.0 and Hamilton County Schools show how shared goals, consistent communication, and trust can transform crisis-driven teamwork into sustainable systems of support for youth and families. https://bit.ly/47Oo16f
From Crisis Response to Enduring Partnership
How out-of-school-time intermediaries and schools can work together in support of youth and families
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November 11, 2025 at 8:26 PM
Lessons from Chattanooga 2.0 and Hamilton County Schools show how shared goals, consistent communication, and trust can transform crisis-driven teamwork into sustainable systems of support for youth and families. https://bit.ly/47Oo16f
DYK that young people spend more than 80% of time learning outside of school? Advancing Opportunities for Adolescents will invest in communities to strengthen out-of-school time and career exploration opportunities for youth. Learn more: https://bit.ly/46Uiidp
November 11, 2025 at 6:54 PM
DYK that young people spend more than 80% of time learning outside of school? Advancing Opportunities for Adolescents will invest in communities to strengthen out-of-school time and career exploration opportunities for youth. Learn more: https://bit.ly/46Uiidp
Congrats to Lisa Willis of Cave Canem! She’ll be leading a workshop in Johannesburg on Magnitude and Bond, a first-of-its-kind field study on Black literary arts orgs that provide programming, services & networks of support to the literary community. https://bit.ly/4nR0XZf
Magnitude and Bond: A Field Study on Black Literary Arts Organizations – Cave Canem
Magnitude and Bond is a first-of-its-kind Field Study on Black literary arts organizations who provide essential support to the literary community.
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November 10, 2025 at 7:13 PM
Congrats to Lisa Willis of Cave Canem! She’ll be leading a workshop in Johannesburg on Magnitude and Bond, a first-of-its-kind field study on Black literary arts orgs that provide programming, services & networks of support to the literary community. https://bit.ly/4nR0XZf
States across the country are investing in summer learning programs & creating spaces where young people build confidence, connection & community. Explore how statewide partnerships are helping make high-quality summer learning accessible to more students: https://bit.ly/3WhHzto
November 10, 2025 at 6:58 PM
States across the country are investing in summer learning programs & creating spaces where young people build confidence, connection & community. Explore how statewide partnerships are helping make high-quality summer learning accessible to more students: https://bit.ly/3WhHzto
The third report in Metro NYU's Summer Snapshot series with FHI 360 highlights the importance of organized leadership, early annual planning, and tailored student programs to maximize #summerlearning for students. https://bit.ly/4pn6Kbh
November 10, 2025 at 2:00 PM
The third report in Metro NYU's Summer Snapshot series with FHI 360 highlights the importance of organized leadership, early annual planning, and tailored student programs to maximize #summerlearning for students. https://bit.ly/4pn6Kbh
Read about how Chattanooga 2.0 and Hamilton County Schools are proving schools & out-of-school-time organizations are stronger together. https://bit.ly/3JappH7
From Crisis Response to Enduring Partnership
How out-of-school-time intermediaries and schools can work together in support of youth and families
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November 9, 2025 at 8:04 PM
Read about how Chattanooga 2.0 and Hamilton County Schools are proving schools & out-of-school-time organizations are stronger together. https://bit.ly/3JappH7
New research shows students who receive explicit SEL instruction see gains in academics — up to 6.3 percentile points in reading and 3.8 in math. https://bit.ly/4okhDty
Social-Emotional Learning Linked to Higher Math and Reading Test Scores
A Yale study finds that explicitly teaching students SEL skills can have big academic payoffs.
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November 8, 2025 at 8:49 PM
New research shows students who receive explicit SEL instruction see gains in academics — up to 6.3 percentile points in reading and 3.8 in math. https://bit.ly/4okhDty
#Summerlearning isn’t an afterthought, it’s a launchpad for student success. With strong leadership and cross-departmental teamwork, school districts can turn summer into a season of learning and fun. Learn more in a new report: https://bit.ly/4nholiQ
November 7, 2025 at 2:25 PM
#Summerlearning isn’t an afterthought, it’s a launchpad for student success. With strong leadership and cross-departmental teamwork, school districts can turn summer into a season of learning and fun. Learn more in a new report: https://bit.ly/4nholiQ
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
November 6, 2025 at 8:11 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
“Summer is not just a time. It is a tool for providing evidence-based, adaptable learning programs.” Education Northwest's Allison Crean Davis shares 4 ways states can lead now to make summer 2026 a success for students and educators. https://bit.ly/4oLnub0 #summerlearning
It’s Autumn. Time for States to Start Planning for Summer School
Crean Davis: Designing & delivering high-quality summer programs requires many of the same district-level efforts needed to plan a full academic year.
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November 6, 2025 at 7:09 PM
“Summer is not just a time. It is a tool for providing evidence-based, adaptable learning programs.” Education Northwest's Allison Crean Davis shares 4 ways states can lead now to make summer 2026 a success for students and educators. https://bit.ly/4oLnub0 #summerlearning
“These reports suggest that community-based art programs may provide a unique environment for developing relationships that can ultimately help young people navigate an unpredictable road ahead.” https://bit.ly/4gWmmyo
Cultivating Creativity and Connection Through Youth Arts
Two studies offer clues about how arts programs could help prepare young people for their future.
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November 6, 2025 at 3:49 PM
“These reports suggest that community-based art programs may provide a unique environment for developing relationships that can ultimately help young people navigate an unpredictable road ahead.” https://bit.ly/4gWmmyo
What happens when schools & community orgs move from crisis response to true partnership? Ask Chattanooga 2.0 and Hamilton County Schools—they're tackling absenteeism, mental health & family engagement together. https://bit.ly/47M3a3s
From Crisis Response to Enduring Partnership
How out-of-school-time intermediaries and schools can work together in support of youth and families
wallacefoundation.org
November 6, 2025 at 3:30 PM
What happens when schools & community orgs move from crisis response to true partnership? Ask Chattanooga 2.0 and Hamilton County Schools—they're tackling absenteeism, mental health & family engagement together. https://bit.ly/47M3a3s
National data show students’ learning has declined in reading & stalled in math since the pandemic. But new research shows that when schools set aside time for SEL, students’ GPAs & test scores in both subjects rise significantly. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4okhDty
Social-Emotional Learning Linked to Higher Math and Reading Test Scores
A Yale study finds that explicitly teaching students SEL skills can have big academic payoffs.
bit.ly
November 5, 2025 at 7:41 PM
National data show students’ learning has declined in reading & stalled in math since the pandemic. But new research shows that when schools set aside time for SEL, students’ GPAs & test scores in both subjects rise significantly. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4okhDty
How do you measure the impact of a school principal? Wallace’s VP of research Bronwyn Bevan explores why measurement is so complex and tools on the horizon to help us see the full picture of school leadership. https://bit.ly/4mykME0
November 5, 2025 at 4:26 PM
How do you measure the impact of a school principal? Wallace’s VP of research Bronwyn Bevan explores why measurement is so complex and tools on the horizon to help us see the full picture of school leadership. https://bit.ly/4mykME0
“When we discuss the importance of summer learning, we really are discussing ways to promote equity, create opportunity, and build community.” https://bit.ly/3WhHzto
November 4, 2025 at 7:37 PM
“When we discuss the importance of summer learning, we really are discussing ways to promote equity, create opportunity, and build community.” https://bit.ly/3WhHzto
New data from the #AA3PM report is here! Dive into the state of afterschool for children and families across the country: https://bit.ly/4okGj4N
November 4, 2025 at 1:58 PM
New data from the #AA3PM report is here! Dive into the state of afterschool for children and families across the country: https://bit.ly/4okGj4N
“The reality is that for many artists, the dream of sustaining a creative career now comes with steep odds: volatile income, limited benefits and few protections against technological or market shocks.” https://bit.ly/47lxIsL
It’s always been hard to make it as an artist in America – and it’s becoming only harder
Instead of treating creative work as a legitimate field, US labor policy, copyright law and the tax code have failed to offer artists stability or protection.
bit.ly
November 4, 2025 at 1:35 PM
“The reality is that for many artists, the dream of sustaining a creative career now comes with steep odds: volatile income, limited benefits and few protections against technological or market shocks.” https://bit.ly/47lxIsL