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Ukraine’s community foundations transform to emergency responders during war
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Ukraine’s community foundations transform to emergency responders during war

Ukraine’s community foundations have turned into trusted emergency responders after Russia’s full-scale invasion of the country, using their deep local knowledge, relationships and community trust to deliver aid, mobilize resources and support long-term recovery.

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Black Lives Matter
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Mott Perspectives | Foundation News

Black Lives Matter

Ridgway White, Mott Foundation president and CEO, writes about systemic racism and describes how Flint provides a hopeful example of change.

Looking back and moving forward
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Mott Perspectives | Foundation News

Looking back and moving forward

Ridgway White reflects on his first five years as president of the Mott Foundation and talks about how Mott’s grantmaking is evolving.

Are we still the Land of the Free?
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Mott Perspectives | Civil Society

Are we still the Land of the Free?

In a new Mott Perspectives piece, Ridgway White shares his thoughts on the growing humanitarian crisis at our nation’s doorstep.

America still needs afterschool
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Mott Perspectives | Youth Engagement

America still needs afterschool

With funding for afterschool and summer learning programs on the chopping block, Ridgway White explains why these programs should be expanded — not eliminated.

Leadership transition at the Mott Foundation
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Mott Perspectives | Foundation News

Leadership transition at the Mott Foundation

A message from William S. White, chairman of the Mott Foundation’s board of trustees.

Partnering for progress
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Mott Perspectives | Flint Area

Partnering for progress

As a Flint partnership for early childhood ed is recognized, Ridgway White shares thoughts about how collaboration can make good things happen in the world.

Breaking down barriers, lifting up opportunities
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Mott Perspectives | Flint Area

Breaking down barriers, lifting up opportunities

Ridgway White provides an update on the Mott Foundation’s efforts to help Flint recover and rise from its water crisis.