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From supporting extraordinary scholars and writers to celebrating the contributions of immigrants and librarians to American life, the foundation supports special initiatives that bring Americans together to strengthen democracy.

24 Scholars Awarded Research Fellowships to Understand and Reduce Political Polarization

24 Scholars Awarded Research Fellowships to Understand and Reduce Political Polarization

The Andrew Carnegie Foundation announces nearly $5 million in grants to the 2026 Class of Andrew Carnegie Fellows