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NewSchools Venture Fund (NewSchools) is a national nonprofit venture philanthropy that finds, funds, and supports teams of educators and innovators who are building strong schools and organizations dedicated to a more just future in education. Since 2015, NewSchools has invested in more than 110 schools that will serve over 82,000 students at full enrollment through its Innovative Public Schools portfolio.
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Products: MAP Growth, Professional Learning
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