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This work has already begun; in 2022, we launched our Trailblazer Fellowship, which allows previous grantees (Trailblazers) to apply for a new grant to fund a dream as head starts on their road to independence, college, and career. We are also increasing our traditional Ann Bancroft Foundation grants from $500 to $1,000. We will also build a narrative practice to amplify the stories of impact and inspiration that demonstrate the transformational impact of our efforts and girls' dreams.
Our new strategic priorities will ground and frame internal conversations and the external work of ABF. They are:
- Helping girls build skills to navigate the challenges they face today, and
- Laying the foundation for future successes that strengthen our communities.
These are ambitious priorities; we encourage girls to imagine something bigger and we must do the same because girls need us now, more than ever.
Existing gender disparity gaps continue to widen, and data shows that girls (grades K-12), especially from historically excluded communities, have been among those most impacted in health, safety, and education. We believe every girl should have the chance to live their dream and reach their full potential, and we see our grantmaking, mentorship, and ongoing development opportunities remaining central to our efforts to disrupt the harmful effects of gender inequities.
This strategic plan was informed by the vision and leadership of the Ann Bancroft Foundation, as well as the Ann Bancroft Foundation community – Trailblazers, staff, board and committee members, parents, mentors, donors, activity providers, and peer and partner organizations – while maintaining the cultures and values of our founder, polar explorer Ann Bancroft.
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