The Aaron and Lillie Straus Foundation is a philanthropic institution that deploys capital to advance social and economic opportunity in the United States, with particular emphasis on education, workforce development, and community economic strengthening. The foundation supports a range of strategies including direct grants, program-related investments, and partnerships with nonprofits, educational institutions, and social enterprises to address systemic barriers to mobility and inclusion. Its grantmaking spans K–12 education reform, postsecondary pathways, small business support, and initiatives that strengthen communities and expand access to economic opportunity. The foundation employs bo...
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