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2026 Foundation FAQ
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How many staff members does the foundation have?
1 Full-Time (based in Guatemala) and 1 Part-Time (based in New Orleans)
What is the geographic base of the foundation?
New Orleans, USA and Antigua, Guatemala
What is the gender breakdown of foundation staff?
The 1.5 staff are both male.
What is the gender breakdown of the foundation's leadership?
50% of the foundation board is female.
What is the leadership philosophy of the foundation?
The founder, 96-year old Jim Ward, is engaged with the foundation’s work at a high level. The foundation staff aspire to interpret Jim’s vision and values when seeking out, creating, and sustaining partnerships.
What is the composition and role of the Board of Directors of the foundation?
As a newer family foundation, the board of directors is small (6 members) that draws largely from Jim’s family.
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