Bay Area Reporter :: Editorial: Bad call by Haas Jr. fund
The Evelyn and Walter Haas Jr. Fund must reverse its decision to "wind down" its LGBTQ equality grant program.
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The Evelyn and Walter Haas Jr. Fund must reverse its decision to "wind down" its LGBTQ equality grant program.
The Evelyn and Walter Haas Jr. Fund has given a total of $105 million to LGBTQ causes over the years. Its final grants will be given in 2023, according to a spokesperson.
The Evelyn and Walter Haas Jr. Fund has given a total of $105 million to LGBTQ causes over the years. Its final grants will be given in 2023, according to a spokesperson.
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