Acres of Ancestry: A Member of the Faith and Philanthropy Pooled Fund “The land is central to our #liberation. It’s central to our #spiritualpractice. It’s central to #culturalpreservation.” — Tracy McCurty, key leader of the Acres of Ancestry Initiative. The Acres of Ancestry Initiative — a member of the Faith and Philanthropy Pooled Fund — is dedicated to preserving Black ancestral farmland and cultural traditions in the Southern United States. Through #spiritualhealing and economic justice, the initiative works to protect the legacy of Black farmers and artisans, ensuring that land, culture, and history are passed down to future generations. How #Spirituality Makes Their Work Different: At the heart of the Acres of Ancestry Initiative is the understanding that land is central to both liberation and cultural memory. Rooted in Southern Black agrarian ways of knowing, their work is about more than land ownership — it's about spiritual healing, reclaiming cultural traditions, and rebuilding communities. By intertwining faith, ancestral knowledge, and economic justice, they create a space where joy and resilience thrive alongside justice. About the F&P Fund The Faith and Philanthropy Pooled Fund is a collaborative initiative of funders and partners in mission, aiming to catalyze change within the world of philanthropy. The fund provides support to Sacred-centered organizations and leaders who have been marginalized, undervalued, or excluded. Through videos that highlight their stories, we see the powerful role of #spirituality and #faith in driving #socialchange. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/gHj8T3jS
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