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Member Insights: Whose Future Are We Saving For?
In this unprecedented era, education funders are left to question our role in the future of education. Should we double down? Should we stay the course? Should we save for the future?
Grantmakers for Education Statement on Proposed Elimination of the U.S. Department of Education
Grantmakers for Education opposes the elimination of the U.S. Department of Education and calls on philanthropy to increase its commitments.
2025 IgnitED Awards Nominations
Nominations are open for the 2025 IgnitED Awards. The Grantmakers for Education IgnitED Awards celebrate outstanding leaders who drive bold ideas and innovative thinking in education and philanthropy.
Policy Changes Affecting Education and Philanthropy: Resources and Events
Find EdFunders and partner resources and events here that support education philanthropy's strategy around and management of the transition to the new federal administration and ongoing policy updates.
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What Funders Need to Know About Supporting Children in Immigrant Families
We’ll be discussing impacts of changes in federal immigration policy, rapid response efforts and the impacts on children, families and educators with the Center for Law and Social Policy and the Children Thrive Action Network.
Learning Through Play for All Ages: Joyful Reflections from the Field
Join us for a delightfully playful panel discussion on the importance of playful learning in supporting multilingual learners, classroom culture and older adults.
The First 100 Days: Impacts in Education, Implications for Civil Rights and Philanthropy’s Road Ahead
Join EdFunders and partners for a timely check-in on federal and state actions affecting education and civil rights and an exploration of what’s most needed from and by philanthropy.