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$3.4 Million Awarded in Racial and Economic Justice Grants
Grants will go to 81 local organizations that are advancing racial and economic justice in the Twin Cities. This was a competitive process, with applications reviewed by a committee of Foundation staff and community members.
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One of my biggest aha moments was that I can break past limits. Even my own self-limits—the limits I've been telling myself. I can create generational wealth. My voice matters.- Tameka Jones
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Lutunji Abram
Lutunji Abram has created multiple businesses, including Lutunji’s Palate Bakery & Cafe. In this episode, Chanda talked to Lutunji about her journey to becoming an entrepreneur and the power of finding your purpose.
Our economic systems should be fair and position everyone to achieve financial stability and build wealth. Learn how we support efforts to stabilize communities and dismantle inequities in our economy.
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$3.4 Million Awarded in Racial and Economic Justice Grants
Grants will go to 81 local organizations that are advancing racial and economic justice in the Twin Cities. This was a competitive process, with applications reviewed by a committee of Foundation staff and community members.
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Tameka Jones
Tameka Jones launched her business, Lip Esteem, in 2020 during the height of the pandemic and civil unrest. Chanda connected with Tameka to discuss Tameka's entrepreneurial spirit, the decisions that led her to the beauty industry, and how she found healing through her artistry.
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Women Fueling Change
The WCA Foundation awarded $432,500 in grants to 17 organizations focused on meeting the fundamental needs of women through economic stability, education, shelter, safety and health programs and initiatives.
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Miquel McMoore
Miquel McMoore is the Founder and Managing Director of kpCompanies. Her business helps small, mid-size, to large multinational companies find the right executive talent for their culture. Chanda connected with Miquel to discuss job market trends, the complexities of DEI work, and the importance of relationship building.
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Lutunji Abram
Lutunji Abram has created multiple businesses, including Lutunji’s Palate Bakery & Cafe. In this episode, Chanda talked to Lutunji about her journey to becoming an entrepreneur and the power of finding your purpose.
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Investing in Black Scholars
The Omicron Boulé Woodson M. Fountain Scholarship supports African American men in our community. The organization has built its scholarship here at the Minneapolis Foundation.
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Redeveloped building providing new opportunities for Black entrepreneurs
Fox 9 recently covered the redevelopment of the 927 building and the important collaborative effort focused on expanding Black ownership opportunities on the northside.
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North Minneapolis has another neighborhood-changing renovation
Learn about the 927 Building rennovation—a project from our partners at the Phillips Family Foundation.
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Kayce Ataiyero
Kayce Ataiyero is the Chief External Affairs Officer at the Joyce Foundation. Kayce connected with Chanda to discuss her journey from journalism to philanthropy and why both sectors need to create a better environment for people of color to thrive.
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The Minneapolis Foundation gave $4,207,570 in grants to 86 local organizations that are advancing racial and economic justice in the Twin Cities.
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