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Now Is the Time for National Service
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Now Is the Time for National Service

Four out of five Americans across party lines support national service. Could it also help reduce political polarization?

By Dame Louise Richardson Oct 21, 2026
What You Need to Know About Redistricting

What You Need to Know About Redistricting

Your district might have changed since the last election. Here is why

By Matt Schiavenza Oct 28, 2026
Carnegie Libraries Crossword Puzzle

Carnegie Libraries Crossword Puzzle

Artist Tommy Mishima gamifies one of Andrew Carnegie’s most influential acts of philanthropy

By Kelly Devine Oct 14, 2026
Perceptions of Polarization in Local Communities Are Rising Sharply According to New Survey by CivicPulse/Carnegie

Perceptions of Polarization in Local Communities Are Rising Sharply According to New Survey by CivicPulse/Carnegie

Forty-one percent of local government leaders say polarization is hurting their communities, up from 30 percent, and views of polarization nationwide remain high at 91 percent

By Celeste Ford Oct 6, 2026

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International Program Call for Proposals: Peacebuilding and Mediation

Oct 12, 2026
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Andrew Carnegie Foundation Approves 44 Grants Totaling $42,350,000

Sep 17, 2026
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New Philanthropic Collaboration Launched to Expand State-Led Service Across the Country

Aug 1, 2026
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More than $19 Million in Grants from the Andrew Carnegie Foundation Will Fund New Approaches to Advance International Peace 

Jul 15, 2026
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25 Distinguished Naturalized Citizens Honored by the Andrew Carnegie Foundation on America’s 250th Anniversary

Jun 30, 2026

Carnegie Libraries

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Carnegie Libraries 250: Celebrating Libraries and Community

Jun 17, 2026
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Find a Carnegie Library Near You

Feb 10, 2025
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A Carnegie Library Road Trip

May 23, 2025
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Andrew Carnegie’s Library Legacy: A Timeline

Jan 8, 2025
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Andrew Carnegie’s Free Public Library Philanthropy

Nov 13, 2025
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A Portland Community Votes to Invest $13 Million in Its Carnegie Library

Sep 8, 2025

Great Immigrants Great Americans

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Great Immigrants, Great Americans: The Comic Series

May 30, 2024
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Great Immigrant: David Byrne

Aug 18, 2025
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Great Immigrant: Jim Lee

Jul 2, 2024
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Great Immigrant: Katalin Karikó

Mar 31, 2025
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Great Immigrant: Mona Hanna

Sep 18, 2024
Vol 17 / No. 1

Carnegie Reporter 2026

The latest edition of Carnegie’s flagship magazine shares the stories of individuals and communities building ladders of opportunity and a more peaceful world.

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Carnegie Reporter 2026

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