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New Evaluation Toolkit for Trustees

Based on an extensive survey, this kit provides foundations with a variety of ways to engage trustees in evaluation strategies.

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$11.3 Million to Expand Pathways

Grants to 10 California school districts are a key step in expanding multiple pathways programs statewide.

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Arts Innovation Fund in the News

A Los Angeles Times article takes a close look at the latest round of Arts Innovation Fund grants to leading California arts institutions.

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Irvine Awards $21 million in Grants

In June, the Irvine Foundation board approved 21 grants in support of organizations that are expanding opportunity for the people of California.

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Apply to our Creative Connections Fund

Irvine’s fund for small and midsize arts organizations in California is accepting grant applications through August 3.

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Leadership Awards

Advancing solutions for California's future

Announcing the 2009 Recipients

Leadership AwardsWe are pleased to announce the recipients of the 2009 James Irvine Foundation Leadership Awards. These six extraordinary individuals are advancing innovative and effective solutions to significant state issues.

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