Posts by Ewan Scotto
Migdalia Loyola Meléndez Named as New Headwaters Co-Executive Director
Headwaters Foundation for Justice (HFJ) is thrilled to announce the appointment of Migdalia Loyola Meléndez, an accomplished leader with 30 years of experience in community engagement, nonprofit leadership, and grantmaking,…
Read MoreJustice & Liberation Fund Moves $2 million to Black-Led Organizing
A historic $2 million is moving into the hands of Black-led organizers across Minnesota, guided entirely by community leadership. The 2025 Justice and Liberation Fund (J&L) will support 40 Black-led…
Read MoreMoving $200,000 in Solidarity with Immigrant-Led and Trans-Led Organizing
“Headwaters will continue to support organizing to assert the rights, dignity, and humanity of all immigrants and trans people throughout Minnesota in all political conditions.” Since February, Headwaters has made…
Read MoreCo-Chairs in Conversation: The Benefits of Headwaters’ Shift to Co-Leadership
At Headwaters Foundation for Justice, we believe in the power of shared leadership to strengthen our work and deepen our impact. Our board’s decision to implement a Co-Chair model in…
Read MoreCo-Executive Director Applications Open Today
Dear community, We are excited to share that Headwaters is now accepting applications for our second Co-Executive Director position. This fall, we announced that Headwaters is embracing a shared leadership…
Read MoreOur Year in Review: 2024 Annual Report
As we reflect on Headwaters Foundation for Justice’s 40th year, we are reminded of the collective strength and deep connections that sustain us. Together with our partners and community, we…
Read MoreIntroducing the Black Radiance Network: The Next Chapter of Black Movement Work at Headwaters
Dear Community, I am writing to share exciting updates about the next chapter of the Black Movement Ecosystem Fund here at Headwaters Foundation for Justice. First, it is almost hard to believe that…
Read MoreEmbracing Shared Leadership: A Conversation between Veronica Rucker and Sierra Judy
Headwaters Foundation for Justice is embracing a new chapter in its leadership and organizational growth. As we explore the values driving our work and vision, we’re excited to share our…
Read MoreA Case for Storytelling: We need to imagine a better, more just world
As we celebrate 40 years of Headwaters, we’ve been exploring how Headwaters and our community are reimagining philanthropy through this special blog series. In this final installment, our Director of…
Read MoreOur work continues through all political conditions
Dear community, No matter the political landscape, community organizing continues. Grassroots movements led by Black people, Indigenous people, and people of color have moved our communities towards justice for generations.…
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