Tides Ventures
A nonprofit and philanthropic organization that provides fiscal sponsorship, grantmaking, and capacity-building support to social change leaders. Tides Foundation offers donors grantmaking solutions, while Tides Center partners with mission-driven individuals and organizations to advance social justice.
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A nonprofit and philanthropic organization that provides fiscal sponsorship, grantmaking, and capacity-building support to social change leaders. Tides Foundation offers donors grantmaking solutions, while Tides Center partners with mission-driven individuals and organizations to advance social justice.
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