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A Framework to Strengthen Community Connection
Jonathan Gruber
Fostering community connection requires civic, cultural, and policy changes. What specific actions can philanthropy take to achieve this?
Using Questions as a Doorway to Reducing Divisions
Jonathan Gruber
Dialogue isn't a cure-all for polarization, but asking genuine questions opens doors to understanding and bridging our differences.
Building Connected Communities: Seven Reflections for the Shared Work Ahead
Jonathan Gruber
Those of us focused on strengthening connection and ameliorating the effects of loneliness and isolation must widen the aperture by…
A Wake-Up Call on the Importance of Social Connection
Jonathan Gruber
Surgeon General Vivek Murthy's advisory sounds the alarm on the crisis of loneliness and social isolation in our country.
A Call to Think Big and Bold About Our Future
Jonathan Gruber
It is easy to see how a gloomy outlook on the country and a cynical view of humanity conspire to…
All the Lonely People: Why Americans’ Isolation Is a Threat to Our Democracy
Jonathan Gruber
In addition to toxic polarization, political violence, and divisive social media, loneliness is a lesser-known factor that subverts democracy.
Bridging in Action: A Relationship Forged Through Shared Work
Jonathan Gruber
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Sarah Ruger
Our Building Strategy Lead Jon Gruber and Sarah Ruger of Stand Together, who work closely as funder co-leads of New…
We Can Relate: A primer on why and how we should invest in connection
Jonathan Gruber
A Call to Connection weaves together science, ancient wisdom, vivid stories, and concrete practices.
The Challenge of Caring for Others Across Difference
Jonathan Gruber
A Data-driven Look at the State of Caring in America
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