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Philanthropy's Response to the Morocco Earthquake
Access resources and response funds for grantmaking to support the people and communities affected by the earthquake in Morocco.
Legal Resources for SFFA v. Harvard
The Council is working to understand how the decision’s reverberations may extend to philanthropy and to our nonprofit partners. Check out our list of resources and Legal FAQ for more information.
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