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1.23.19 / Post

ValleyCreates: The CoCreator

…Rooted in the belief that investments in arts and creativity build thriving communities, Creative Commonwealth aims to promote the vital leadership role community foundations can play to advance the arts. …

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Bringing the Outside In: Engaging Communities in Priority Setting and Planning

…is essential that organizations take time to engage with their community to best understand its value and needs. This webinar will build on the topics introduced in webinar 1 and…

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How Nonprofits Can Break Through the Virtual World of Fundraising and Communications

…online presence even through social distancing brought on by COVID-19. Topics will include how to practice more inclusive communications, how to engage your audiences virtually, and how to pivot fundraising…

9.23.22 / Post

National Hispanic Heritage Month: Reflections from Northampton Filmmaker Patricia Montoya

…living near the U.S./Mexico border. With a Project Evolution Grant in hand from the Community Foundation’s ValleyCreates program, Montoya is producing a new short film, “HORSE.” Look for it at…

8.9.23 / Post

A Creative Delivery of the History of Race and Racism

…the spring of 2024 centered around delivering content, critical thinking, and telling these important stories. It will also be this conduit for community connection, community extension, and community building work….

5.10.21 / Post

Shoulder to Shoulder: The Key Ingredients...

…Dushaw Hockett TED Talk   Additional Links & Resources: Darren Walker’s recent 60 Min interview (April 2021) – https://www.cbsnews.com/video/darren-walker-ford-foundation-60-minutes-2021-04-04/ Link to CEP’s session on philanthropy’s role in funding racial equity…

8.1.24 / Post

ValleyCreates in the Studios with Indë

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0oQL8BRRpew Discover artists in our vibrant arts community through the Community Foundation of WMass’ ValleyCreates in the Studios series. Each video unveils a unique story showcasing the talent, creativity, and…

8.22.23 / Post

Inclusive Vision & Unified Goals: the Promise of the New England Latino Festival

…volunteer opportunities. There’s also a membership system in place for recurring support. The festival is not just a celebration; it’s a promise of unity, inclusivity, and long-lasting community development. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lw7t0pt7HU8…

2.20.23 / Post

Abundance Farm, Community Partner on a Mission

…earth-based, community building experiences that integrate Jewish tradition, regenerative agriculture, and food justice. Learn more about this organization and nonprofit grantee in this Community Partners on a Mission clip. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fDOkBf9ye2A…

12.13.22 / Post

Families First, Community Partner on a Mission

…knowledge, skills, and leave its programs with strong systems of support. Learn more about this new organization and nonprofit grantee in our latest Community Partners on a Mission clip. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PiVlfkHnYKE…