Edna McConnell Clark Foundation
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Summary:
The Edna McConnell Clark Foundation believes above all in helping to improve the quality of life in low-income communities. Their emphasis is on providing resources and support to organizations engaged in effective out-of-school programs for youth. The Edna McConnell Clark Foundation has given grants totaling $623 million over the past 29 years. It is known for being rigorously results-oriented. A major current project is Youth Development, and the Foundation is working to carefully identify and invest in those youth development organizations that will most benefit from their support. They hope through their efforts to see more young people (ages 9-24) from low-income backgrounds involved in quality programs during out of school time.
Why does FASTEN recommend this resource?
Beyond its financial investments, the Edna McConnell Clark Foundation is dedicated to developing helpful research and disseminating it to youth serving organizations. On its website are links to reports, publications, papers, presentations, and speeches about the Foundation’s work in youth development.
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