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…

Rick Ybarra
Policy Fellows and Policy Academy

Policy Fellows and Policy Academy

Mental Health Policy Fellows and Policy Academy While nonprofit organizations can greatly impact public policy, many report their ability to engage in mental health policy-related activities is constrained by budgetary limitations and lack of expertise. Launched in...

Policy Engagement

Policy Engagement

Policy Engagement: Leading Systemic Change The Hogg Foundation informs state-level policies that include funding and support for mental health promotion, prevention and early intervention in a variety of settings and populations. Our goal is to effect systemic change...