Why Black-Owned Banks Are More Important Than Ever
Black-owned banks are federally insured financial institutions that are owned by a majority of Black individuals and serve Black communities.
Why Black-Owned Banks Are More Important Than Ever
Black-owned banks are federally insured financial institutions that are owned by a majority of Black individuals and serve Black communities.
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To Reach Equity We Must Achieve Parity in School Funding
Education is one of the most important resources we have to help unlock the full potential of every child and give them the tools they need to pursue their passions. Unfortunately, access to high-quality education can be heavily influenced by zip codes and income levels. Racism and the history of
Companies Must Deliver on Their Promises Regarding Racial Justice
After 2020’s renewed focus on racial justice, many corporations and foundations pledged nearly $11 billion to support organizations and movements that promote racial equity. However, only around $5.8 billion of that amount has translated into real investments that create lasting change within communities of color, according to Candid.org. There are
Robert F. Smith and Bank of America Make Investments in Trident to Accelerate Business Growth
In 2017, Trident, a private equity firm that utilizes proprietary technology when investing in small businesses, was founded by Eric Taylor, a former portfolio manager. Taylor saw that other institutional capital markets generally left small businesses in underserved areas, particularly in Black and Brown communities, overlooked. Seeing these small businesses
Why We Must Invest in Education for Diverse Populations
We’re seeing a demographic transformation across the country. For example, new U.S. Census data shows that dozens of counties are now less than 50% white, even though actual population size in these communities did not decrease. In these communities, no one racial or ethnic group makes up a majority. In
The Student Loan Pause is a Temporary Reprieve for a Growing Problem
The current health and economic crisis has left many people without jobs, often making it difficult to pay bills, buy groceries and repay debt, including student loans. Student loan debt is a prevalent issue in the United States, with about 44.7 million Americans taking out some type of loan to
The Importance of Reflecting America’s Diversity in Our Museums
History allows us to take an honest look at our society and see more clearly the work that remains toward a more just and equal future. However, not all hindsight is 20/20. A recent study conducted by CBS News found that Black history is taught differently in every state in
To Reach Equity We Must Achieve Parity in School Funding
Education is one of the most important resources we have to help unlock the full potential of every child and give them the tools they need to pursue their passions. Unfortunately, access to high-quality education can be heavily influenced by zip codes and income levels. Racism and the history of
Companies Must Deliver on Their Promises Regarding Racial Justice
After 2020’s renewed focus on racial justice, many corporations and foundations pledged nearly $11 billion to support organizations and movements that promote racial equity. However, only around $5.8 billion of that amount has translated into real investments that create lasting change within communities of color, according to Candid.org. There are
Robert F. Smith and Bank of America Make Investments in Trident to Accelerate Business Growth
In 2017, Trident, a private equity firm that utilizes proprietary technology when investing in small businesses, was founded by Eric Taylor, a former portfolio manager. Taylor saw that other institutional capital markets generally left small businesses in underserved areas, particularly in Black and Brown communities, overlooked. Seeing these small businesses
Why We Must Invest in Education for Diverse Populations
We’re seeing a demographic transformation across the country. For example, new U.S. Census data shows that dozens of counties are now less than 50% white, even though actual population size in these communities did not decrease. In these communities, no one racial or ethnic group makes up a majority. In
The Student Loan Pause is a Temporary Reprieve for a Growing Problem
The current health and economic crisis has left many people without jobs, often making it difficult to pay bills, buy groceries and repay debt, including student loans. Student loan debt is a prevalent issue in the United States, with about 44.7 million Americans taking out some type of loan to
The Importance of Reflecting America’s Diversity in Our Museums
History allows us to take an honest look at our society and see more clearly the work that remains toward a more just and equal future. However, not all hindsight is 20/20. A recent study conducted by CBS News found that Black history is taught differently in every state in
