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Solutions to America’s biggest problems are emerging all around us. See the inspiring leaders behind them, and how their bottom-up approaches are transforming people’s lives.
Who is Stand Together?
Stand Together is a philanthropic community that helps America’s boldest changemakers tackle the root causes of our country’s biggest problems, from education to the economy, broken communities, and toxic division, among dozens of other pressing issues. We provide our partners with access to resources including funding, a unique network of peers, and a playbook for applying proven principles to transform lives and society.
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Solutions to America’s biggest problems are emerging all around us. See the inspiring leaders behind them, and how their bottom-up approaches are transforming people’s lives.
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Why cultivating purpose at work is a business imperative
Workers want more meaning and connection. Employers are paying attention.
A different vision for U.S. foreign policy
The Stimson Center’s Christopher Preble details a realistic and restrained approach to world affairs.
A hidden talent pool that employers can’t ignore
Changing how U.S. employers fill — and people find — jobs.
What if talent shortages aren’t a pipeline problem?
This apprenticeship model is changing how companies think about talent.
U.S. homicide rates are falling. Why?
Vikrant Reddy, senior fellow, constitutionally limited government, Stand Together Trust, shares more.
Charles and Chase Koch named to 2026 TIME100 Philanthropy list
For decades, Charles and Chase have focused their philanthropy on society’s toughest challenges.
Could this school show how to improve students’ mental health?
Tremont School supports healthier learning by honoring every student’s unique needs.
What’s holding back American innovation — and how to unlock it
The Abundance Institute’s John Hardin says reimagining regulations could unleash progress.
The new education trend homeschoolers figured out decades ago
Here’s how families are designing high school around real-world readiness.
Why more parents are taking control of their child’s education
Leveraging tech, data, and resources, GreatSchools puts parents in charge of their kids’ education.
Why more families are embracing outdoor education
At Carolina Kids Co-Op, beaches and picnic shelters are the classroom. And kids are thriving.
How a tiny island built a world-class school
When access to education was difficult, this community created something better.