AITF Newsletter - October 2025
The latest AITF Newsletter is now live!
This issue features the announcement of the 2026 cohort of the Anchor Fellows Program, highlighting the next generation of anchor leaders advancing AITF’s core values of place, collaboration, democracy, and equity.
We also share updates on the upcoming Values in Action Annual Event (November 6 in New York City), where participants will hear reflections from the 2025 Fellows and anchor leaders on strengthening communities through democratic collaboration.
The Member Spotlight focuses on the West Philadelphia Cultural Alliance and the Paul Robeson House and Museum, exploring the essential role of cultural anchors in preserving history, nurturing youth leadership, and fostering partnerships between higher education and communities.
Plus, this month’s Resources from the Field section includes the Kresge Foundation’s Pathbreakers podcast, Race Forward’s new Go-Governance Tool for a Multiracial Democracy, and other insights on workforce development, cultural partnerships, and community wealth building.
Stay informed on the evolving work of anchor institutions and their impact across sectors.
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