Ford Foundation Launches $100 Million Initiative to 'Transform' ...

Courtesy PND - Philanthropy News Digest  Wed, 11/04/2009 - 23:30

Driven by widening gaps in educational opportunities and persistent gaps in achievement, the seven-year initiative will support organizations working to promote a just and fair public school system in seven urban areas....


 

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