Key Leadership Transitions on Foundation Board of Directors
Wesley Sand retires from Board service after 16 years and Jerry Phillips, the eldest grandson of Kenneth W. Ford and Hallie E. Ford, begins Board service.
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Douglas County Teachers are Invited to Apply for Fund For Teachers Grant by January 18, 2024
The Fund For Teachers grants educators up to $10,000 for professional development projects that enrich their teacher practice, school and communities.
New cohort of Field Coordinators introduced
The hiring of three new place-based team members enhances The Ford Family Foundation’s community building efforts statewide.
Financial hardship endures despite rebounds in job growth
The latest data captured in Oregon by the Numbers 2023 reveals that, while job growth is rebounding post-pandemic in nearly every county, the portion of households in financial hardship remains mired statewide at 44 percent.
The Ford Family Foundation president and CEO retires after a decade of strategic leadership
After more than a decade of strategic and community-driven leadership, Anne C. Kubisch retires as president and CEO of The Ford Family Foundation.
Community Economic Development Department grows to meet need
Rozalyn Mock and Yvette Rhodes will expand The Ford Family Foundation’s capacities to support rural families and economies by joining its Community Economic Development Department.
The 2023 Hallie Ford Fellows in the Visual Arts
The Ford Family Foundation names three Oregon visual artists as Hallie Ford Fellows in the Visual Arts for 2023 Roseburg, Ore. — The Ford Family Foundation named its 2023 Hallie Ford Fellows in the Visual Arts, recognizing three Oregon visual artists for demonstrated excellence. A jury of five arts professionals from within and outside of Oregon selected Lisa Jarrett and sidony o’neal of Portland and Rick Silva of Eugene, from a competitive pool of 181 applicants. They will receive a $35,000 unrestricted award and will join 49 of their peers selected over the last 13 years as Hallie Ford...
Oregon Voices survey reveals common cause in rural and urban counties
An innovative survey released today by The Ford Family Foundation and research partners at ECONorthwest and Portland State University shares insights into the lived experiences of households across Oregon. The findings set the table for conversations in backyards, town halls, schools, workplaces and the state Capitol.
The Ford Family Foundation to welcome new president and CEO
Kara Inae Carlisle will join The Ford Family Foundation with deep experience in place-based grantmaking and lifelong commitment to rural community building.
The ranks of Ford Family Scholars grows by 280
A group of 280 students residing in Oregon and Siskiyou County, California recently received news of scholarship funding from The Ford Family Foundation – allowing them to pursue their ambition of a bachelor’s or associate degree.
Growing Rural Oregon initiative welcomes new communities
As The Ford Family Foundation launches its 10-year strategic plan it has even more talent to lean on. With three new hires and a promotion, the Foundation has expanded the capacities of two of its departments.
Seven years of building a movement to end child sexual abuse
As The Ford Family Foundation launches its 10-year strategic plan it has even more talent to lean on. With three new hires and a promotion, the Foundation has expanded the capacities of two of its departments.
Fund for Teachers 2023
As The Ford Family Foundation launches its 10-year strategic plan it has even more talent to lean on. With three new hires and a promotion, the Foundation has expanded the capacities of two of its departments.
Expanding policy and research capacities, early childhood and youth development expertise
As The Ford Family Foundation launches its 10-year strategic plan it has even more talent to lean on. With three new hires and a promotion, the Foundation has expanded the capacities of two of its departments.
New data reveal varied impact of 2020 shutdowns
A county-by-county analysis released today provides insights into the experiences of Oregonians in the early days of the Covid-19 pandemic.
Anne Kubisch to retire from The Ford Family Foundation
After serving as a leader for The Ford Family Foundation since 2013, President and Chief Executive Officer Anne Kubisch has announced her retirement, effective late 2023.
The 2022 Hallie Ford Fellows in the Visual Arts
The Ford Family Foundation Names Three Oregon Visual Artists as Hallie Ford Fellows in the Visual Arts for 2022 Roseburg, Ore. — The Ford Family Foundation today named its 2022 Hallie Ford Fellows in the Visual Arts, recognizing three Oregon visual artists for demonstrated excellence. A jury of five arts professionals from within and outside of Oregon selected John Houck, Brenda Mallory, and Arvie Smith, all of Portland, from a competitive pool of 175 applicants. They will receive a $35,000 unrestricted award and will join 46 of their peers selected over the last 12 years as Hallie Ford...
Key staff hired in support of partners in rural community vitality
More than 6,000 residents of Oregon and Siskiyou County, Calif., have advanced their educations with significant support from the Foundation since its first scholarships were awarded in 1994.
Pathways to Securing Rural Federal Funding provides support and resources for rural communities
The Ford Family Foundation recognizes an unprecedented opportunity for rural Oregon and Siskiyou County, Calif. communities to access and utilize public sector funding streams from federal and state governments.
Growing Rural Oregon launches
The Ford Family Foundation is proud to announce the launch of a new framework for supporting rural entrepreneurs called Growing Rural Oregon — GRO. Four Oregon cities will participate in GRO’s first cohort.