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Sep 29, 2025
As the US approaches its 250th anniversary, we are reflecting on America’s founding ideals—and asking whether the promise of opportunity still holds true today.
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Apr 30, 2020
‘Bail Disruptors’ Work to Curve COVID-19 Crisis in Jails
The Bail Project is working tireless to free legally innocent individuals from detention in jail where risk of exposure to COVID-19 is substantial.
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Apr 23, 2020
Giving Cash to the Neediest Becomes Newly Popular With Wealthy Donors and Foundations
The Chronicle of Philanthropy details how direct cash assistance is critical to aide vulnerable families affected by the current crisis and how funders like Blue Meridian have pivoted to support organizations who provide cash transfers.
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Apr 22, 2020
For Immigrant Funders, Today’s Priority Is Direct Relief. What About Tomorrow?
Inside Philanthropy highlights the importance of supporting workers during the pandemic, and notes how organizations like National Domestic Workers Alliance, One Fair Wage, and Workers Lab are allocating funds specifically for crisis relief.
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Apr 21, 2020
Google, Rihanna Join Fintech-Powered Effort To Donate $100 Million To Consumers Hardest Hit By Coronavirus
Forbes reports on how funders like Blue Meridian are supporting Project 100, a campaign led by GiveDirectly, Propel, and Stand for Children to raise $100 million to give direct cash transfers to 100,000 families within 100 days.
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Apr 21, 2020
From Tiny Pilot Program To $100 Million Cash Assistance Campaign In A Matter Of Weeks
Forbes reports on how Blue Meridian and other funders have supported GiveDirectly’s partnership with Propel to distribute direct cash assistance to households receiving SNAP benefits in the wake of COVID-19.
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Apr 21, 2020
Coronavirus Funding for Child Welfare and Family Services
The Chronicle of Social Change shares how Blue Meridian will support children and family in poverty in amidst the coronavirus pandemic.
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Apr 19, 2020
Creating a strong future for Guilford County
In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, Guilford County recognizes the growing importance of focusing on the safety and early development of children and appreciates the work of organizations like Blue Meridian and who back such efforts.
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Apr 15, 2020
Big New Funder Initiatives Support Policy Advocacy and Low-Income Workers
Nonprofit Quarterly names Blue Meridian among funders who are acting swiftly to support workers who are unable to access public or employer-based benefits in response to COVID-19.
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Apr 15, 2020
Re-Entering the Fray
Medium reports on how organizations like the Center for Employment Opportunities are adapting their efforts to keep participant engagement and trust high despite unprecedented challenges.
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Apr 14, 2020
Foundations and Donors Step Up Grants to Help Workers Hurt by the Pandemic
The Chronicle of Philanthropy reports on new philanthropic efforts to help workers in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, including Blue Meridian Partners who, as part of their approach, is funding organizations providing direct cash assistance.