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In May of 2024 the Merck Family Fund MFF approved a ten year Strategic Plan. As MFF enters its 8th decade with the 4th generation of family at the helm we have updated our vision mission programs and operations to reflect best practices in philanthropy while continuing to center people and place and the urgent crises of racial inequities climate and democracy. Prioritizing Communities MFFs new strategy prioritizes communities most affected by racism climate change and underrepresentation in the democratic process. We adopt a systemsbased approach that emphasizes powerbuilding and deeper collaboration with partners and colleagues.