Updates, articles, and videos from and about Blue Meridian Partners, our investees, and the field.
Media
Jan 17, 2024
The Chronicle of Philanthropy details how, despite the potential downsides of AI, some AI solutions—such as Wyatt, an AI-powered college advisor created by Benefit Data Trust—can be used for good.
Media
Jan 17, 2024
In an interview with Forbes, Suzanne DiBianca, EVP and Chief Impact Officer at Salesforce, cites Beyond 12 and CodePath as two organizations, both supported by Salesforce philanthropic grants, that use AI for good.
Media
Jan 11, 2024
CNN reports on the Lilly Endowment's historic $100 million investment in United Negro College Fund, one of three organizations that spearhead the HBCU Transformation Project.
Media
Jan 11, 2024
Forbes highlights Communities in Schools and details how one of its offices is focusing on expanding workforce development opportunities for students,
Media
Jan 8, 2024
Government Technology reports on Virginia's adoption of ed tech tools, such as Zearn, to address learning loss in the wake of COVID-19.
Media
Jan 8, 2024
Inside Philanthropy details Blue Meridian's recent investments in place-based, multisector partnerships across the US.
Media
Jan 5, 2024
Inside Philanthropy highlights Partners for Rural Impact's work powering rural place-based partnerships.
Media
Dec 8, 2023
The Associated Press reports on how the Center for Employment Opportunities is expanding its work in California to provide financial and other support to individuals returning home from prison.
Updates
Dec 7, 2023
Through Blue Meridian and local and regional funders, place-based partnerships in Spartanburg, SC, and Dallas and San Antonio, TX, have raised nearly $335 million to advance their plans for change.
Voices
Dec 7, 2023
Managing Director and Portfolio Lead Cecilia Gutierrez shares the personal motivations that have shaped her career trajectory and details how her experience driving regional change in Miami has informed her work with the Place Matters portfolio.