That’s a wrap on another successful #CelebrateFreedomAward contest! Last week, we recognized our 2024 award winner, Naomi, at the Celebration of Freedom ceremony in Philadelphia, PA, and enjoyed the Independence Day festivities. 🎇🇺🇸 Thank you to everyone who entered and shared their inspiring stories with us! For your chance to win $10,000 next year, be sure to follow us to be the first to know when the contest will be back next March.
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Let’s Get This Money!!! Calling All The Best & Brightest Black Changemakers Apply for a $5,000 Citi Trends grant by 2/28 In celebration of Black History Month, Citi Trends is acknowledging Black entrepreneurs that are making history in their community today. Our goal is to help advance and further the businesses of Black entrepreneurs. Using our application below we are encouraging you to apply for a $5,000 grant. Comment “citi-trends” to get the direct link to the application! $5,000💰 Need help applying? DM ME! #grantwritingclass #grantwriter #cititrendsgrant #smallbusinessgrant #grantsforminorities #minoritygrants #businessgrants #grantwriter #nonprofitgrants #forprofitgrants #grantsavailable
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Please consider joining us Monday evening (June 10, 5–7 p.m.) at Merriment Social for a big conversation about the performing arts in Milwaukee. Complimentary appetizers and cash bar. Technically, this is about policy, but it's also about what is needed to sustain a vibrant arts community. Elaine Schmidt and I co-researched and co-authored a Wisconsin Policy Forum report with WPF President Rob Henken (see link to the report, Curtain Time, within the below invitation). The report is the impetus for the event. It explores the sector's sustainability, looks at critical decisions on the horizon, and highlights what's working in other cities. Please register through the link below so the WPF has a headcount. #PerformingArts #Nonprofit #Philanthropy #WisconsinPolicyForum
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White supremacist culture perpetuates that you have to get something to give something. It assumes that information and content shared have to be tied to clear deliverables and that outcomes operate by a clear set of criteria that often act as an obstacle instead of an accelerator. Sometimes, sharing a story and driving a narrative is an outcome in itself. Shout out to Jon Kraus for amplifying my essay "To the Young Black Fundraiser". There was a comment in his post regarding intelligent action and how we see content all the time but "nothing changes". Let me be clear: Sharing the stories of Black fundraisers isn't just content—it's a catalyst for change. Sharing narratives and culture change is an outcome. Keep sharing your stories. Keep sharing your voice. Here's mine again: https://lnkd.in/gt8PZ8Ug
To the young, Black fundraiser...
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On behalf of the Texas Think Tank team, I am delighted to extend a heartfelt invitation to you to serve as a speaker at the upcoming Rebirth of Blackology Experience Gala. As a speaker for this esteemed event, you will have the opportunity to deliver a powerful and inspiring 3-minute introduction of your business and your remarkable success in empowering our community, particularly through our youth program aimed at aspiring business owners. Here's what would be involved and expected of you: Introduction of Your Business: Begin by introducing yourself and your business, highlighting its mission, vision, and key accomplishments. Emphasize how your business aligns with the goals and values of the gala, which is centered around promoting Black excellence, empowerment, and community upliftment. Success in Empowering the Community: Share your journey and success stories in empowering the Black community, whether through mentorship programs, educational initiatives, economic empowerment projects, or any other impactful endeavors. Highlight specific examples of how your efforts have positively impacted individuals and communities, fostering growth, resilience, and self-determination. Youth Program for Aspiring Business Owners: Dedicate a portion of your speech to discussing your involvement in our youth program aimed at nurturing and supporting aspiring business owners. Showcase the innovative approaches, resources, and opportunities your program provides to empower young Black entrepreneurs, helping them realize their potential and achieve their dreams. Inspiration and Motivation: Conclude your speech with words of inspiration and motivation, encouraging attendees to continue supporting initiatives that uplift the Black community and empower future generations. Share insights, lessons learned, and practical advice for overcoming challenges and achieving success in business and community empowerment endeavors. Admission and Donation: As a speaker for the Rebirth of Blackology Experience Gala, you are not obligated to purchase general admission tickets. Instead, as an honorarium for speaking at the Gala, your admission will be complimentary. This includes complimentary access to the event as well as food and drinks provided during the Gala. Texas Think Tank for Black Economic Empowerment kindly requests that speakers donate to support the cause of the fundraiser. Your generous
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Rockefeller and Epstein: The Elite Club You Never Got Invited To In a twist that reads like a conspiracy theory fever dream, it turns out Jeffrey Epstein and David Rockefeller were closer than we ever imagined. Epstein, infamous for his scandalous activities, was listed in Rockefeller’s black book, served on the board of the Rockefeller Foundation, and even cozied up with Rockefeller in the Trilateral Commission. It’s almost as if the world’s elite are a lot more interconnected—and perhaps more questionable—than we were led to believe. FULL Story in the link below. https://lnkd.in/eXXvKp6x
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The Gobioff Foundation could use some help identifying potential organizations to receive our Juneteenth grants. Each year since 2020, the Gobioff Foundation has chosen 5 organizations to receive unrestricted grants of $20,000 with no obligations or expectation of reporting. As a small family foundation, we are looking to our community to help identify worthy organizations to support as part of this program. To qualify, organizations must be an eligible 501(c)3 as determined by the IRS, have BIPOC leadership, and have a mission to improve Black Lives. Organizations can be located anywhere in the United Sates. This is NOT a popularity contest. Coordinated efforts by organizations to have multiple people submit will not make a difference. We’re not counting votes. We are just trying to discover organizations that we wouldn’t otherwise know about. To see what type of organization we are looking for, please look at the list of previous Juneteenth grantees on our Grantees page. Nominate here: https://lnkd.in/ePtrsM78
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This book is bound to be a success
One of my favorite parts of serving as Marguerite Casey Foundation's president and CEO is working with an outstanding board of directors, including the one and only Stacey Abrams. I had the honor and pleasure of spending time with Stacey last month celebrating her latest book “Rogue Justice” with a packed house of fans and supporters. “Rogue Justice” is a riveting political thriller grappling with real-world issues we can’t ignore. If you haven’t read it, I urge you to get a copy today, or ask your library to do so! Congratulations, Stacey, on your latest masterpiece, and thank you so much for all you do for MCF on our board of directors! H/t to the First Baptist Church in Winston-Salem, North Carolina for hosting this event, and to Bookmarks for sponsoring this event with support from Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP.
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I'm grateful to be recognized by the Baltimore Sun as one of 25 Black Marylanders to watch in 2024. I created the Black Canni as a platform to address inequity in the cannabis industry. This platform is about more than "weed." Black people have been disproportionately impacted and incarcerated due to the war on drugs. Cannabis is a multi-billion dollar industry, with Blacks representing less than 2 percent of operating legal businesses. We are seeking feedback from the community about how we can support access to business, healing and cultivation. Please share our survey" https://lnkd.in/dx_HCR59 https://lnkd.in/dGqDver6 "Maurissa Stone Organizer, The Black Canni Maurissa Stone got into her line of work “as a result of a painful problem.” Stone, who has worked in community development, non-profit management and consulting, saw racism embedded in policies and practices throughout workplaces and organizations, meaning “your ability to survive as a Black person has less to do with what you’re bringing to the table and more to do with your ability to negotiate the culture.” Seeking solutions, she started Living Well Center, now at Baltimore Unity Hall on Eutaw Place, as director of innovation. It started in Remington in 2009 “to house a community that’s focused on addressing harm and healing for Black people.” In October, hoping to broaden access to Maryland’s legalized recreational cannabis industry and as a healing tool, she launched the Black Canni conference of pharmacists, growers, and business and legal experts. “There’s a stigma attached to cannabis. But cannabis today is not the scary dude on the corner anymore.” Stone, who offers DEI consulting through Iona Concepts, hopes to spread a Black Canni movement beyond Baltimore. “My work is rooted in liberation for Black people.” — Lorraine Mirabella
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Working on a pitch for your next competition or investor meeting? Here's a great opportunity to learn from some amazing womenpreneurs including Takia Ross, Arion Long, and Dawn Myers who have had serious success with pitching for funding their ventures! #pitching #funding #womenpreneurs
Join Associated Black Charities for an empowering Panel Perspectives session on “So You Want To Pitch For Funding?”—a dynamic event designed to provide real-world insights and practical strategies for securing financial support. This engaging session will explore the highs and lows of pitching, featuring expert perspectives from entrepreneurs who have successfully navigated the funding landscape. Our esteemed panel includes Arion Long, CEO of Femly, whose innovative health solutions have earned national recognition; Dawn Myers, Founder of The Mint by Richualist, a platform revolutionizing beauty experiences for women of color; and moderator Takia Ross, CEO of Accessmatized, an advocate for equitable access to resources for minority-owned businesses. Together, they will share invaluable advice on crafting a compelling pitch, overcoming challenges, and leveraging pitch opportunities to fuel business growth. This event is perfectly aligned with Associated Black Charities’ mission of economic empowerment. By providing Black entrepreneurs with the tools and knowledge they need to thrive, ABC is committed to reducing economic disparities and creating pathways to success for communities of color. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from industry leaders and gain the confidence to pitch your business to new heights! Join us at the UMB Community Engagement Center on Thursday October 17th. Register at https://lnkd.in/eWcVNr9K
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