RPAA’s Greater Richmond Wolf Trap: Exposing Youth to the Diversity of the Arts
Jennifer Maddux, director of education & community engagement of RPAA. Photo by Kim Lee Schmidt. “Deepen our youth’s connection to the arts.” Each month…
The Urban League of Philadelphia: Securing Economic Independence
Andrea Custis, president and CEO of the Urban League of Philadelphia. Photo by Paul Croaker. “Continue the fight for justice.” Each month we highlight…
Underground Kitchen’s Community First: Feeding the Community
Micheal Sparks, founder and CEO of Underground Kitchen (UGK). Photos courtesy of The Underground Kitchen. “Get back to the basics.” Each month we highlight…
The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts’ Social Impact Initiatives
Rena Schild/Shutterstock.com “Help produce systems that inspire.” By Miles Richardson & Cole Parker Each month we highlight a community program that aligns with the…
The Black Violin Foundation: Giving Brilliant Musicians a Helping Hand
Kev Marcus and Wil B, instrumentalists of the hip-hop and classical music fusion duo Black Violin. Photos courtesy of the Black Violin Foundation “We…
Page Turners Make Great Learners: The Joy of Reading
FeFe Handy, founder and executive director of Page Turners Make Great Learners. Photo by Christopher Moore. “Reading sparks creativity and imagination in our children.”…
Girls For A Change: Making Our Girls a Priority
Angela Patton, CEO of Girls For A Change. Photo by Kim Brundage. “Be there for them in the long haul.” Each month we highlight…
Fertile Ground: Empowering Future Women Leaders
Dr. Cassandra Matthews, founder and executive director of Fertile Ground. Photo by JolyeToi Photography. “Teach our girls to dream big.” By Drew Miles Each…
Breaking the Cycle: Creating Positive Change for Future Generations
Breaking the Cycle participates in Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebrations in 2020. Photos courtesy of Breaking the Cycle. “It is our job…
Young, Black & Lit: Daring Our Kids to Dream Big
Young, Black & Lit co-founders Krenice Roseman and Derrick Ramsey at pop-up book store at Oakton Elementary School in Evanston, Illinois. Photo courtesy of…