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The Forestry and Fire Recruitment Program Takes On Equity Issues in Firefighting
California is just entering wildfire season and fires are already outpacing the historic 2020 season. According to the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection, the 2021 California wildfire season has already seen a total of 4,152 fires, burning 73,511...
Bard Prison Initiative Engages Alumni on New York’s Tuition Assistance Program for College-in-Prison Programming
We have awarded a Spark Grant to the Bard Prison Initiative (BPI) to engage in a statewide campaign that will educate the public about the benefits of TAP restoration for students who are incarcerated in New York.
Michelson 20MM Foundation Promotes Access to Quality Postsecondary Educational Programming for Incarcerated Populations
Corrections officials have a new resource to expand delivery of instructional services to incarcerated populations, thanks to a new guidebook released by RAND.
Philanthropy and Government Unite to Tackle Digital Inequity in California
On June 25th, the Michelson 20MM Foundation along with the California Community Foundation and the Silicon Valley Community Foundation hosted “Digital Equity in the California Legislature: The Golden State’s Historic Opportunity.”
New RAND Guide Helps Corrections Officials Implement College Programming in Prison
In 2019, the Michelson 20MM Foundation awarded the RAND Corporation a Spark Grant for the development of a guide to support prison officials in establishing high-quality college educational programs for currently incarcerated students.
Top Legislators Present Bold Solutions to Close California’s Digital Divide in Next Michelson 20MM Foundation Forum
Leading members of the California State Assembly and State Senate will present bold solutions to advance digital equity at an upcoming program presented by the Michelson 20MM Foundation on Friday, June 25.