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From The President: A Look Back at 2025
We come to the end of the year with gratitude. For you, for each other, for the natural world that holds us all. As we begin this season of reflection and renewal, we’d like to share with you some thoughts on the challenges and joys of this past year, and how we are grounding in our direction for the year ahead.
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In Conversation: Corinna Bellizzi and Jared Blumenfeld
Waverley's president joins the podcast Care More Be Better to share how communities are key to healthy food and clean energy.
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In Conversation: Manuel Pastor
For Professor Manuel Pastor, the road to climate action starts with community organizing.
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Come Work With Us: Join the Waverley Street Foundation Team
We’re growing our team with three new exciting roles.
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Jenny Mack Named Chief Communications and Marketing Officer at Waverley Street Foundation
Waverley Street Foundation has appointed Jenny Mack as its new Chief Communications and Marketing Officer. With over two decades of experience in mission-driven communications, Jenny will lead the foundation’s branding and marketing efforts to support its work advancing community-based solutions for climate and health.
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In Conversation: Mark Bittman & Jared Blumenfeld
Veteran food journalist Mark Bittman and Jared Blumenfeld talk about the future of food and climate; the role that philanthropy plays; case studies where school food benefits both kids and farmers; and how better food can cut through the noise to change hearts and minds.
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A Message From Our President: 2024 in Review and 2025 in Focus
As the year comes to a close, we’re reflecting on the community funding and impactful partnerships that defined our work together in 2024. Collectively, we’ve made progress toward a healthier, more just future.
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In Conversation: Alberto Lidji & Jared Blumenfeld
Jared Blumenfeld recently joined the Do One Better podcast to discuss Waverley Street Foundation’s mission and approach to tackling climate change.
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In Conversation: Albie Sachs & Lande Ajose
South African anti-apartheid activist Albie Sachs shares perspectives on inspiration, collaboration, hope and struggle.
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In Conversation: Ayana Elizabeth Johnson & Jared Blumenfeld
At Climate Week NYC, Ayana Elizabeth Johnson and Jared Blumenfeld sat down to discuss the ways policy and culture impact climate change.
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Team Update: Joya Banerjee Appointed as Head of US Programs
With more than fifteen years experience in environmental policy and philanthropic work, Banerjee brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to this position - especially relating to the challenges of the American West.
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Team Update: Kai Carter Appointed as Head of Global Programs
Carter will take on a pivotal leadership position within the organization, heading a team dedicated to supporting international communities in implementing climate change solutions.
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Essence: Waverley Street Foundation Ensures That Every Neighborhood is Environmentally Safe
The Tishman Environment and Designer Center at the New School hosted a candid conversation with environmental change makers.
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A Message From Our President: Welcome to Waverley Street Foundation
Transformation is at the core of how we fight the devastation of climate change. The best solutions and our boldest heroes are in local communities, and they need to be at the center of the fight against climate change. Those are the simple — and powerful — ideas behind everything we do at Waverley Street Foundation.
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