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The RBF Democratic Practice–Global Challenges guidelines more clearly emphasize the program’s commitment to social and environmental justice.

 

The last review of the Western Balkans program, in 2019, described a region in transition. Five years later, the region still faces challenges. Recognizing both the region’s challenges and signs of progress, the Western Balkans program has made minor adjustments to its grantmaking guidelines.

For International Women's Day, RBF grantmakers discuss philanthropy and the elevation of feminist thought and leadership.

In 2022, the RBF awarded $385,000 in grants to organizations supporting communities affected by the Russia-Ukraine war.

The newest SGF grantees work to increase civic participation, gender equality, and access to quality arts education. 

Revisions to the Culpeper Arts & Culture program guidelines emphasize community building and social impact, prioritize artist-centered and multidisciplinary work, advance the Fund’s anti-racist and anti-sexist commitments, ensure attention to accessibility, and celebrate innovation and artistic excellence.

The RBF committed an additional $9 million to support 11 long-term partners and new organizations, coalitions, and initiatives.