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In her latest update, Executive Director Gabrielle H. Lyon detailed Illinois Humanities’ ongoing response to the unexpected termination of $2M in National Endowment for the Humanities funding—mobilizing public advocacy, engaging with lawmakers, and testifying in a national lawsuit—while encouraging continued support through a new $50,000 matching gift opportunity.
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