A Legacy of Impact: The Ripple Effect of Strategic Philanthropy
Strategic philanthropy creates lasting change by addressing systemic challenges, empowering communities, and shaping brighter futures. Learn more.
A Legacy of Impact: The Ripple Effect of Strategic Philanthropy
Strategic philanthropy creates lasting change by addressing systemic challenges, empowering communities, and shaping brighter futures. Learn more.
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The First U.S. Monument to Black Veterans Opens in Buffalo
A new monument celebrating the service of African American veterans opened in September 2022 at the Buffalo and Erie County Naval and Military Park in Buffalo, New York. The comprehensive monument, called The African American Veterans Monument (AAVM) is the first monument to honor the sacrifices of Black veterans in
Hidden Empire Films Produces Docuseries on Floyd Mayweather
In October 2022, independent film company Hidden Empire Films announced that they will produce a new docuseries about professional boxer Floyd Mayweather. Titled The GOAT, the series will follow Mayweather’s journey from the beginning of his career all the way up to his 15 world championship titles.The film’s production is
REFORM Alliance Partners with Columbia Justice Lab
REFORM Alliance (REFORM), a nonprofit organization fighting for reform in the U.S. legal system, has entered into a new partnership with Columbia University in New York City to study policies, practices and reform opportunities within the legal system. REFORM is specifically working with the Columbia Justice Lab, which aims “to
Honoring Black Excellence at TheGrio Awards
On October 22, 2022, digital media network theGrio hosted their first award show, “theGrio Awards,” in Los Angeles, California. The ceremony and gala was co-hosted by entertainers Sheryl Underwood and Taye Diggs and was attended by many high-profile guests, including professional athlete Allyson Felix, rapper Queen Latifah, attorney Ben Crump
Rising Tuition Costs Jeopardize Promise of Higher Education
19 of the highest-ranked national universities in the U.S. cost $55,000 or more in yearly tuition, according to a Bloomberg analysis. The recently released 2023 U.S. News & World Report survey – viewed as the hallmark of college ranking in the academic community – placed Princeton University in New Jersey
The Devastating Consequences of a Post-Roe America
On June 24, 2022, the United States Supreme Court overturned Roe vs. Wade, the 1973 court ruling that recognized the individual right to abortion. This monumental setback for reproductive rights has made it difficult for millions of people to safely access necessary healthcare in the U.S.Through Roe V. Wade the
The First U.S. Monument to Black Veterans Opens in Buffalo
A new monument celebrating the service of African American veterans opened in September 2022 at the Buffalo and Erie County Naval and Military Park in Buffalo, New York. The comprehensive monument, called The African American Veterans Monument (AAVM) is the first monument to honor the sacrifices of Black veterans in
Hidden Empire Films Produces Docuseries on Floyd Mayweather
In October 2022, independent film company Hidden Empire Films announced that they will produce a new docuseries about professional boxer Floyd Mayweather. Titled The GOAT, the series will follow Mayweather’s journey from the beginning of his career all the way up to his 15 world championship titles.The film’s production is
REFORM Alliance Partners with Columbia Justice Lab
REFORM Alliance (REFORM), a nonprofit organization fighting for reform in the U.S. legal system, has entered into a new partnership with Columbia University in New York City to study policies, practices and reform opportunities within the legal system. REFORM is specifically working with the Columbia Justice Lab, which aims “to
Honoring Black Excellence at TheGrio Awards
On October 22, 2022, digital media network theGrio hosted their first award show, “theGrio Awards,” in Los Angeles, California. The ceremony and gala was co-hosted by entertainers Sheryl Underwood and Taye Diggs and was attended by many high-profile guests, including professional athlete Allyson Felix, rapper Queen Latifah, attorney Ben Crump
Rising Tuition Costs Jeopardize Promise of Higher Education
19 of the highest-ranked national universities in the U.S. cost $55,000 or more in yearly tuition, according to a Bloomberg analysis. The recently released 2023 U.S. News & World Report survey – viewed as the hallmark of college ranking in the academic community – placed Princeton University in New Jersey
The Devastating Consequences of a Post-Roe America
On June 24, 2022, the United States Supreme Court overturned Roe vs. Wade, the 1973 court ruling that recognized the individual right to abortion. This monumental setback for reproductive rights has made it difficult for millions of people to safely access necessary healthcare in the U.S.Through Roe V. Wade the
