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Spotlight on New Grants (June 2020)

In view of the critical nature of the period through which society is passing, the Board has decided to increase its granting activities. We have joined the Give5 initiative, which calls upon foundations to disburse at least 5% of their endowments instead of the statutory minimum of 3.5%.  The Trustees of the McConnell Foundation have […]

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Reclaiming the power of food — Interview with Jane Rabinowicz of SeedChange

SeedChange works to improve farmers’ livelihoods, increase biodiversity, and promote seed and food sovereignty — critical components in the health of people and of the ecosystems that sustain us. This interview with Jane Rabinowicz, Executive Director, has been edited for length and readability. SeedChange, as reflected by its name-change from USC (Unitarian Service Committee) Canada […]

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