Targeted, time-limited support beyond our core programs

The majority of Barr’s grantmaking extends from the Foundation’s core program
strategies: Arts + Creativity, Climate, and Education.

Yet, from time to time we initiate additional work consistent with our mission of
service and commitment to the long-term strength, vitality, and resilience of our region.

Boston Waterfront

The Waterfront Initiative aims to create a waterfront that welcomes and reflects the diversity of all Boston neighborhoods.

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Boston Harbor Now

Racial Wealth Equity

The Racial Wealth Equity Initiative addresses the persistent racial wealth gap, one of the most important levers to advancing racial equity.

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Black Economic Council of Massachusetts

Recent Grants

Hacking the Archive

To sponsor its Hacking the Archive program’s May 2025 Hacking the Racial Wealth Gap hack-a-thon

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Center for Effective Philanthropy, Inc.

To provide general support

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Council on Foundations, Inc.

To provide general support

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