In a recent article for Grantmakers in Health, Rick Ybarra, senior program officer at the Hogg Foundation, explores how philanthropy can contribute to supporting and building a stronger, more robust, and durable nonprofit sector.   

Philanthropy has forever espoused the term “sustainability.” We ask in grant applications and in our conversations with grant partners: “What’s your sustainability plan?” and “How do you plan to sustain your program once the grant ends?” Read more…

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Hogg Foundation Statement on the Tragedy in Charlottesville

Hogg Foundation Statement on the Tragedy in Charlottesville

The Hogg Foundation would like to offer condolences to all of those affected by the tragic events in Charlottesville, Virginia this past weekend. As always whenever a disaster occurs, our hearts are with the people directly affected, their families and communities. At...

The March Towards Health Equity

The March Towards Health Equity

Our health care system is at a critical juncture. Today, gaps in health still persist, persistent and in some cases continue to increasing. Many are looking upstream on the root causes of health (social determinants) instead of focusing on symptom reduction or...

The March Towards Health Equity

The March Towards Health Equity

Our health care system is at a critical juncture. Today, gaps in health still persist, persistent and in some cases continue to increasing. Many are looking upstream on the root causes of health (social determinants) instead of focusing on symptom reduction or...

The March Towards Health Equity

The March Towards Health Equity

Our health care system is at a critical juncture. Today, gaps in health still persist, persistent and in some cases continue to increasing. Many are looking upstream on the root causes of health (social determinants) instead of focusing on symptom reduction or...