(Originally posted May 2014) Darren Walker is president of the Ford Foundation, the second largest philanthropy in the United States with over $11 billion in assets and $500 million in annual giving. The foundation is based in the United States and operates worldwide, with ten offices in Asia, Africa, the Middle East, and Central and South America. … [Read more...] about Thursday Open Thread: Black Charity Leaders
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Wednesday Open Thread: Black Charity Leaders
(Originally posted May 2014) Rahsaan Harris is Executive Director of Emerging Practitioners in Philanthrophy (EPIP). Founded in 2001, EPIP is a national network of foundation professionals and social entrepreneurs who strive for excellence in the practice of philanthropy. Its mission is to develop emerging leaders committed to building a just, equitable, and sustainable … [Read more...] about Wednesday Open Thread: Black Charity Leaders
Tuesday Open Thread: New Black History Facts
Eartha Mary Magdalene White (November 8, 1876 - January 18, 1974) was an American humanitarian, philanthropist, and businesswoman. Born in Jacksonville, Florida, White was the 13th child of a former slave. She was adopted by Clara English White at a very young age and the two had an extremely loving relationship. It was from her mother's example that White sought … [Read more...] about Tuesday Open Thread: New Black History Facts
Saturday Open Thread: Young African American Philanthropists
Good Morning POU! Today's featuree has made it her mission to spotlight black philanthropy. Tracey Webb is a young black woman making history as the first online chronicler of black philanthropy. Most people think of big names like Oprah or Diddy when blacks donating money comes to mind – but this is hardly the extent of African American social generosity. African … [Read more...] about Saturday Open Thread: Young African American Philanthropists
Friday Open Thread: Young African American Philanthropists
Thank God Its FRIDAY! So did anyone else know that August is Black Philanthropy Month? August represents an important time in the global Black giving movement. Entering its fifth year of observance, Black Philanthropy Month 2015 (BPM 2015) is part of an unprecedented coordinated initiative to strengthen African-American and African-descent giving in all its forms. … [Read more...] about Friday Open Thread: Young African American Philanthropists