The Opportunity Fund was established by Gerri Kay, a longtime supporter of social justice and the arts in the Pittsburgh community. GWP checked in with Jake Goodman, Executive Director, to see what the Fund is working on and how it is honoring Gerri’s legacy in our community. Below are Jake’s replies.
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Resources from GWP Funder Briefing: Census 2020 Update, 02/12/2020
Resources from Grants Managers Learning Network Session: 10 Easy Ways to Improve Your Grantmaking Practices on 06/18/2020
Program Resources from: Advancing Equitable and Adequate School Funding in PA on 6-23-2021
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