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The late William Waid, a University of Miami alumnus passionate about big band swing and jazz, has left a legacy to the Frost School of Music.
Waid passed away in 2021 at the age of 94, but his passion for music lives on in a bequest.
The bequest will have a meaningful impact on the school's studio music and jazz program for years to come.
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A customized collection of grant news from foundations and the federal government from around the Web.
South Dakota Community Foundation Encourages Students to Apply For Scholarships
Foundation: South Dakota Community Foundation
South Dakota Community Foundation encourages students to apply for scholarships.The foundation is based in Brookings, South Dakota.It is a non-profit organization that provides grants to students.The...more
Foundation: South Dakota Community Foundation
South Dakota Community Foundation encourages students to apply for scholarships.The foundation is based in Brookings, South Dakota.It is a non-profit organization that provides grants to students.The...more
Chemical Engineering Spotlighted in 2026: Innovation, Impact, and Philanthropy 
The National Academy of Engineering is highlighting chemical engineering as part of its celebration of American engineering innovation and the 250th anniversary of American independence.This year...more
The National Academy of Engineering is highlighting chemical engineering as part of its celebration of American engineering innovation and the 250th anniversary of American independence.This year...more
Delp and Martin 
The Delp and Martin families established endowments they hope will impact the lives of Hurricanes student-athletes and coaches for years to come.The Cleves and Kathleen Delp Endowed Fund for Coaching...more
The Delp and Martin families established endowments they hope will impact the lives of Hurricanes student-athletes and coaches for years to come.The Cleves and Kathleen Delp Endowed Fund for Coaching...more
Pitch Your Passion 2026: News 
IU Lilly Family School of Philanthropy awards more than $94,000 in scholarships in one day.Two top winners earned the Thomasson Scholarship, which covers up to four years of tuition and fees, room...more
IU Lilly Family School of Philanthropy awards more than $94,000 in scholarships in one day.Two top winners earned the Thomasson Scholarship, which covers up to four years of tuition and fees, room...more
A History of Philanthropy: How Ku's Rock Chalk Revue Gives Back to Lawrence 
Rock Chalk Revue, a student-run showcase of live musical performances by Greek life organizations, residence and scholarship halls, closed Saturday night.This year the charities supported are The...more
Rock Chalk Revue, a student-run showcase of live musical performances by Greek life organizations, residence and scholarship halls, closed Saturday night.This year the charities supported are The...more
How Does Your Community Foundation Learn About the County?
Foundation: Community Foundation of Anne Arundel County
Community foundations across the nation work together to provide philanthropic support when there are disasters or crises.Community foundations are in touch with local nonprofit leadership and staff...more
Foundation: Community Foundation of Anne Arundel County
Community foundations across the nation work together to provide philanthropic support when there are disasters or crises.Community foundations are in touch with local nonprofit leadership and staff...more
Elon Professor Studies What Drives Meaning At Work 
Barjinder Singh, associate professor of management at the Martha and Spencer Love School of Business, investigates the role of community climate in driving innovation at work.The study explores a...more
Barjinder Singh, associate professor of management at the Martha and Spencer Love School of Business, investigates the role of community climate in driving innovation at work.The study explores a...more
Foundation Announces Creation of New Scholarship Fund 
The Mary L.Davis Memorial Scholarship was created with the generous donation and support of Joseph Davis.The scholarship provides an annual $1,000 award to support students who reflect her love of...more
The Mary L.Davis Memorial Scholarship was created with the generous donation and support of Joseph Davis.The scholarship provides an annual $1,000 award to support students who reflect her love of...more
The Decentralisation of Philanthropy 
The decentralisation of philanthropy.For decades, philanthropy has been defined by formal institutions, foundations, corporate social investment programmes, and structured grant-making systems.But...more
The decentralisation of philanthropy.For decades, philanthropy has been defined by formal institutions, foundations, corporate social investment programmes, and structured grant-making systems.But...more
The Blackbaud Giving Fund Appoints Catherine Lacour As Chief Executive Officer and ... 
The Blackbaud Giving Fund appoints Catherine LaCour as its new CEO and executive director, effective immediately.LaCour's background spans charitable funds distribution, technology-enabled...more
The Blackbaud Giving Fund appoints Catherine LaCour as its new CEO and executive director, effective immediately.LaCour's background spans charitable funds distribution, technology-enabled...more
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South Dakota Community Foundation
Community Foundation of Anne Arundel County
Washington County Community Foundation
Time Warner
Pasadena Community Foundation
Central New York Community Foundation
Berrien Community Foundation
Stark Community Foundation
Inland Empire Community Foundation
Boston Foundation
REDF
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In the world of social enterprises, failure is a cringe-worthy moment nobody wants to talk about. But, social entrepreneurs can benefit from their failures.
