Mission
We strive to create a widespread ripple-effect of positive change by enlarging the group of leaders who perform innovative, collaborative work in the Boston region.
The Rappaport Foundation:
- sponsors government and academic partnerships to improve public policy systems
- funds research breakthroughs in neurologic and mental illnesses
- rewards the creation of world-class art.
Vision
A healthy regional community, in which experts and leaders engage in innovative thinking, productive dialogue, and creative alliances to build a better future together and in doing so serves as a model for others.
The Foundation is based on four principles:
- Connect individuals with demonstrated leadership capability, intellectual rigor, and integrity that are committed to tackling difficult challenges in their field.
- Value and reward the vision, commitment, and successes of these individuals.
- Offer grant recipients opportunities and resources to expand their skills and vision, develop their minds, and sustain their motivations.
- Make meaningful change that is both measurable and immeasurable in its benefits to other people.
Creed or Motto of Foundation
Live by the principle of continuous improvement.
