The Wallace Foundation
@wallacefoundation.bsky.social
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.
“We need society to better understand the value of youth programs and the value of keeping them strong. Because they do things that no other institutions in the country do.” https://bit.ly/4qLaTWn
January 17, 2026 at 6:57 PM
“We need society to better understand the value of youth programs and the value of keeping them strong. Because they do things that no other institutions in the country do.” https://bit.ly/4qLaTWn
Job Opportunity: Wallace is seeking to hire an accountant with 3-5 years of experience. Learn more and how to apply: https://bit.ly/4pyXuzm
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January 16, 2026 at 8:50 PM
Job Opportunity: Wallace is seeking to hire an accountant with 3-5 years of experience. Learn more and how to apply: https://bit.ly/4pyXuzm
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
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January 16, 2026 at 8:47 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
“We need society to better understand the value of youth programs and the value of keeping them strong. Because they do things that no other institutions in the country do.” https://bit.ly/4qLaTWn
January 16, 2026 at 3:54 PM
“We need society to better understand the value of youth programs and the value of keeping them strong. Because they do things that no other institutions in the country do.” https://bit.ly/4qLaTWn
We are thrilled to announce First Peoples Fund,
The Center for Community, Heritage, and the Arts at The University of North Carolina at Charlotte, and The W.O.W. Project will be conducting new research focused on arts orgs rooted in communities of color & those they serve. https://bit.ly/4qQFemg
The Center for Community, Heritage, and the Arts at The University of North Carolina at Charlotte, and The W.O.W. Project will be conducting new research focused on arts orgs rooted in communities of color & those they serve. https://bit.ly/4qQFemg
The Wallace Foundation Awards 4 New Research Grants to Arts and Culture Organizations and Social Science Researchers Rooted in Communities of Color
Joining Wallace’s multiyear arts initiative launched in 2021, these organizations and researchers will conduct studies on issues relevant to the well-being of arts organizations and their communities.
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January 16, 2026 at 1:24 AM
We are thrilled to announce First Peoples Fund,
The Center for Community, Heritage, and the Arts at The University of North Carolina at Charlotte, and The W.O.W. Project will be conducting new research focused on arts orgs rooted in communities of color & those they serve. https://bit.ly/4qQFemg
The Center for Community, Heritage, and the Arts at The University of North Carolina at Charlotte, and The W.O.W. Project will be conducting new research focused on arts orgs rooted in communities of color & those they serve. https://bit.ly/4qQFemg
We’re hiring! Wallace is seeking an Accountant to support general accounting and accounts payable, with some payroll and benefits responsibilities. Learn more & apply: https://bit.ly/4pyXuzm
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January 15, 2026 at 9:07 PM
We’re hiring! Wallace is seeking an Accountant to support general accounting and accounts payable, with some payroll and benefits responsibilities. Learn more & apply: https://bit.ly/4pyXuzm
Planning summer learning now pays off later. Research links early planning to smoother programs and improved student outcomes. Explore 8 key practices for elementary districts: https://bit.ly/3YDWy20
Summer’s on The Mind
Research-backed practices for jumpstarting your summer learning program
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January 15, 2026 at 4:46 PM
Planning summer learning now pays off later. Research links early planning to smoother programs and improved student outcomes. Explore 8 key practices for elementary districts: https://bit.ly/3YDWy20
New #youtharts research by @ucirvine.bsky.social and Kylie Peppler introduces a taxonomy of outcomes to better capture and communicate the value of youth arts participation. https://bit.ly/3JUigLk
January 15, 2026 at 3:48 PM
New #youtharts research by @ucirvine.bsky.social and Kylie Peppler introduces a taxonomy of outcomes to better capture and communicate the value of youth arts participation. https://bit.ly/3JUigLk
Culturally specific dance organizations play an integral role in preserving culture and community, but they are often overlooked by arts service organizations and funders. A new study examines their structures, funding, & challenges in Northern California. https://bit.ly/4597jwA
Keepers of the Flame A study of culturally specific dance organizations in Northern California
This brief looks at what makes culturally specific dance organizations and their work in Northern California unique.
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January 14, 2026 at 7:58 PM
Culturally specific dance organizations play an integral role in preserving culture and community, but they are often overlooked by arts service organizations and funders. A new study examines their structures, funding, & challenges in Northern California. https://bit.ly/4597jwA
The University of Pittsburgh's EdD in out-of-school learning major is for experienced informal learning & OST professionals who seek advanced training for leadership, consultant, or policymaker positions. Learn more and apply by 2/1: https://bit.ly/4pjLceu
EdD in Out-of-School Learning - University of Pittsburgh School of Education
Become a senior leader who conceptualizes, creates, and improves impactful out-of-school learning experiences The EdD in Out-of-School Learning major is for experienced informal learning and out-of-sc...
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January 14, 2026 at 5:11 PM
The University of Pittsburgh's EdD in out-of-school learning major is for experienced informal learning & OST professionals who seek advanced training for leadership, consultant, or policymaker positions. Learn more and apply by 2/1: https://bit.ly/4pjLceu
It may be January, but #summerlearning planning starts now. Research shows districts that begin summer learning planning now run smoother programs with fewer disruptions. Here are 8 research-backed practices to guide the process: https://bit.ly/49VfVtC
Summer’s on The Mind
Research-backed practices for jumpstarting your summer learning program
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January 14, 2026 at 1:40 PM
It may be January, but #summerlearning planning starts now. Research shows districts that begin summer learning planning now run smoother programs with fewer disruptions. Here are 8 research-backed practices to guide the process: https://bit.ly/49VfVtC
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
January 13, 2026 at 6:34 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
Know a student interested in civic tech or a nonprofit that could host an intern? build4good matches mission-driven organizations with paid interns skilled in web development, data, design, and more. Learn more & apply for this year's internship by 1/26: https://bit.ly/4qE2BiG
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January 13, 2026 at 5:52 PM
Know a student interested in civic tech or a nonprofit that could host an intern? build4good matches mission-driven organizations with paid interns skilled in web development, data, design, and more. Learn more & apply for this year's internship by 1/26: https://bit.ly/4qE2BiG
Job Opportunity: Wallace is seeking to hire an accountant with 3-5 years of experience. Learn more and how to apply: https://bit.ly/4pyXuzm
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January 12, 2026 at 7:37 PM
Job Opportunity: Wallace is seeking to hire an accountant with 3-5 years of experience. Learn more and how to apply: https://bit.ly/4pyXuzm
Are you looking to become a senior leader who creates and improves impactful OST learning experiences? Check out the University of Pittsburgh's EdD program in out-of-school learning. https://bit.ly/4pjLceu
EdD in Out-of-School Learning - University of Pittsburgh School of Education
Become a senior leader who conceptualizes, creates, and improves impactful out-of-school learning experiences The EdD in Out-of-School Learning major is for experienced informal learning and out-of-sc...
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January 12, 2026 at 6:13 PM
Are you looking to become a senior leader who creates and improves impactful OST learning experiences? Check out the University of Pittsburgh's EdD program in out-of-school learning. https://bit.ly/4pjLceu
Our latest article explores how youth development has evolved over the last 20 years and why intermediaries, youth workers, and cross-sector coordination are critical to quality and access. https://bit.ly/4qLaTWn
January 12, 2026 at 1:24 AM
Our latest article explores how youth development has evolved over the last 20 years and why intermediaries, youth workers, and cross-sector coordination are critical to quality and access. https://bit.ly/4qLaTWn
How accurately does national arts data reflect Native peoples’ artistic and cultural participation? A study by First Peoples Fund and NORC takes a closer look. https://bit.ly/49cUx2G
January 11, 2026 at 6:45 PM
How accurately does national arts data reflect Native peoples’ artistic and cultural participation? A study by First Peoples Fund and NORC takes a closer look. https://bit.ly/49cUx2G
New brief looks at how a theater focused on the Asian American experience creates a space for belonging and expression: https://bit.ly/4rV6nWJ
From Margins to Center Stage An ethnographic study of Theater Mu in the Twin Cities
This brief looks at how a theater founded by and for Asian Americans creates a space for belonging and expression
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January 10, 2026 at 8:06 PM
New brief looks at how a theater focused on the Asian American experience creates a space for belonging and expression: https://bit.ly/4rV6nWJ
Congratulations LA Commons on the designation of Historic South LA as California’s first-ever Black Cultural District—a landmark achievement rooted in community leadership and years of sustained advocacy.
January 9, 2026 at 10:05 PM
Congratulations LA Commons on the designation of Historic South LA as California’s first-ever Black Cultural District—a landmark achievement rooted in community leadership and years of sustained advocacy.
Congratulations to Support Oakland Artists for their work on helping to secure California Arts Council recognition of the Black Arts Movement and Business District as one of the state’s first Black Cultural Zones!
January 9, 2026 at 9:37 PM
Congratulations to Support Oakland Artists for their work on helping to secure California Arts Council recognition of the Black Arts Movement and Business District as one of the state’s first Black Cultural Zones!
Culturally specific dance organizations are often undersupported by funding systems that prioritize what’s seen as “new” or “innovative,” overlooking the value of sustaining cultural traditions. Learn more in a new brief. https://bit.ly/4597jwA
Keepers of the Flame A study of culturally specific dance organizations in Northern California
This brief looks at what makes culturally specific dance organizations and their work in Northern California unique.
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January 9, 2026 at 9:12 PM
Culturally specific dance organizations are often undersupported by funding systems that prioritize what’s seen as “new” or “innovative,” overlooking the value of sustaining cultural traditions. Learn more in a new brief. https://bit.ly/4597jwA
While the short-term benefits of youth participation in community arts programs are well documented, there has been less focus on long-range outcomes. This new framework assesses the lasting impacts of involvement in youth arts programs: https://bit.ly/3JRUWOj
January 8, 2026 at 4:11 PM
While the short-term benefits of youth participation in community arts programs are well documented, there has been less focus on long-range outcomes. This new framework assesses the lasting impacts of involvement in youth arts programs: https://bit.ly/3JRUWOj
“Youth development doesn’t happen in a vacuum.” Researchers Deborah Moroney and Thomas Akiva explain why connected systems and the people behind them matter more than ever. https://bit.ly/49bMYth
January 7, 2026 at 11:55 PM
“Youth development doesn’t happen in a vacuum.” Researchers Deborah Moroney and Thomas Akiva explain why connected systems and the people behind them matter more than ever. https://bit.ly/49bMYth
How has #youthdevelopment evolved over the last 2 decades? And where is it headed? https://bit.ly/4pr8u1O
January 7, 2026 at 5:03 PM
How has #youthdevelopment evolved over the last 2 decades? And where is it headed? https://bit.ly/4pr8u1O
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
January 7, 2026 at 4:10 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