The Herb Block Foundation is a charitable organization based in Washington, DC, dedicated to defending basic freedoms, combating discrimination, and improving the lives of the underprivileged. They achieve this through grant programs that support initiatives promoting citizen involvement, pathways out of poverty, and the safeguarding of fundamental rights. Additionally, the foundation provides scholarships to financially disadvantaged individuals pursuing post-secondary education in the Washington, D.C. area.
Founded in 2005, The Herb Block Foundation honors the legacy of Herb Block, a renowned political cartoonist known for his lifelong fight against abuses of power. Through their commitment to educational opportunity and the promotion of editorial cartooning, the foundation strives to create a more just and accountable society, in line with the values championed by Herblock himself.
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