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Pew 75th Anniversary

Using Data to Make a Difference

Pew has addressed the challenges of a changing world for 75 years—by illuminating issues, creating common ground, and advancing ambitious projects that lead to tangible progress. And over that time, Pew has operated with an unflinching reliance on facts, using relevant data to provide a shared understanding of a common problem as well as to establish benchmarks for progress. As the organization embarks on the next chapter in its history of service, Pew will continue its core focus on strengthening democracy, helping communities thrive, and conserving the natural world.

"In its 75-year history, The Pew Charitable Trusts’ work has spanned American eras—from the wary hopefulness of the post-World War II years, through the rise of environmental awareness in the 1970s, to the digital revolution now transforming society. I have been privileged to help lead the organization for 25 of those years and remain impressed with the values and attributes that drive our ambition."

Susan K. Urahn, Pew’s president and CEO April 2023
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Looking Ahead

As we celebrate our anniversary and look ahead to our next 75 years, achieving measurable, meaningful change will continue to be at the heart of our mission. 

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Democracy Matters
Democracy is central to American identity and institutions, but the share of Americans saying they trust the government “always or most of the time” has not surpassed 30% since 2007, per Pew Research Center. But a data-driven nonpartisan approach can help strengthen democracy and public trust in democratic institutions. Hear more on our “After the Fact” podcast, available wherever you stream your podcasts.
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The Lessons of Optimism

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In its 75-year history, The Pew Charitable Trusts’ work has spanned American eras—from the wary hopefulness of the post-World II years, through the rise of environmental awareness in the 1970s, to the digital revolution now transforming society.

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Pew's CEO Reflects on the Values That Produce Results

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As Pew marks its 75th anniversary, Sue Urahn sat down with Trust magazine to reflect on her early tenure, discuss her goals for the organization, and provide her perspective on its values.

Current Focus

Pew’s work is always nonpartisan, based on facts, and guided by a commitment to use data to help individuals and communities thrive. We’re working to shape an America where the voices of the people are heard, government is more effective and equitable, families’ health and wealth are secure, and biodiversity and nature are protected—at home and abroad.

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Issues Facing Philadelphia—and Visions for the Future

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With important elections on the horizon, the shape of a post-pandemic Philadelphia continues to emerge. While there are promising signs, new approaches are needed to solve persistent challenges, including public safety, housing affordability, and the need for quality jobs for all.

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Service to Democracy for 75 Years and Counting

Notes from the president

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In this issue of Trust, we reflect on a challenging year and look forward to our 75th anniversary in 2023. Although the world has changed dramatically since 1948, our efforts to use data to make a difference continue to create both common ground and tangible progress.

Reflections on the Past

Over our 75-year history, Pew has worked across American eras—from the post-World War II years, to the digital revolution now transforming society. The issues we work on have changed over time to address the ever-evolving problems of the day. And Pew has changed, too—growing from a grantmaker into an actively engaged public charity that directs its own projects and collaborates with partners on a wide variety of initiatives. Throughout, our values and our commitment to study the problems that hold people back—and to help solve them—have remained constant. 

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75 Years of Solutions

From healthcare to broadband access, Pew has studied the problems that hold people back—and helped fix them

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For 75 years, The Pew Charitable Trusts has studied the problems that hold people back—and helped fix them. Whether it is making government more responsive, protecting the ocean and public lands, or improving people’s health and economic well-being, Pew’s work is always nonpartisan, based on facts, and guided by a commitment to use data to help individuals and communities thrive. We ask challenging questions, we strive to create common ground, and we run ambitious projects designed to make a difference.

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The Pursuit of a Better Future

For 75 years, Pew has illuminated issues, created common ground, and advanced solutions to address societal challenges

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For 75 years, Pew has illuminated issues, created common ground, and advanced solutions to address societal challenges

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A History of Service

From its earliest days in Philadelphia to the global NGO that it is today, The Pew Charitable Trusts has sought to improve people’s lives and help communities thrive

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From its earliest days in Philadelphia to the global NGO that it is today, The Pew Charitable Trusts has sought to improve people’s lives and help communities thrive.

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Strengthening Democracy in America
A celebration of The Pew Charitable Trusts’ 75th anniversary

How We’re Celebrating

April 2023 marks The Pew Charitable Trusts’ 75th anniversary, and we will be celebrating all year long with events featuring an array of speakers who will bring a unique perspective and opportunity for conversations about Pew’s values. Another way we are honoring Pew’s 75th anniversary is with the bold goal of achieving 7,500 collective volunteer hours this calendar year. We invite you to celebrate with us by joining a webcast for one of our events or by giving back in some way in your own community.

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The People of Pew

Meet members of the Pew staff as they share the experiences, interests, and talents that inspire their work

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Founded in 1948, Pew uses data to make a difference—addressing the challenges of a changing world by illuminating issues, creating common ground, and advancing ambitious strategies that lead to tangible progress.

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Strengthening Democracy in America

A celebration of The Pew Charitable Trusts’ 75th anniversary

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Founded in 1948, The Pew Charitable Trusts uses data to make a difference. Pew addresses the challenges of a changing world by illuminating issues, creating common ground, and advancing ambitious projects that lead to tangible progress. In recognition of its 75th anniversary, Pew will host this special event to reflect on democracy in the United States.

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