Here’s What We're Learning About Donors of Color

Here’s What We're Learning About Donors of Color

As the ranks and fortunes of American philanthropists of color grow, so does their influence over the giving landscape. These are a few of the trends we’re seeing as philanthropy’s demographics shift.

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"Demystifying Philanthropy." Seven Questions for Tyeshia Wilson, Black Giving Circle Expert

"Demystifying Philanthropy." Seven Questions for Tyeshia Wilson, Black Giving Circle Expert

Tyeshia Wilson is director of engagement at Philanthropy Together and chairs the Black women-focused giving circle HERitage Giving Fund. We heard from her about how she got into philanthropy, giving circles’ advantages, and more.

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Eight Top Black Philanthropists on Wall Street

Eight Top Black Philanthropists on Wall Street

While the upper ranks of finance remain predominantly white and male, a growing number of women and people of color are making inroads, including as donors. Here are eight Black philanthropists on Wall Street to watch.

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Nine Questions for Tyrone McKinley Freeman, Author of “Madam C.J. Walker’s Gospel of Giving”

Nine Questions for Tyrone McKinley Freeman, Author of “Madam C.J. Walker’s Gospel of Giving”

We recently caught up with philanthropy and history scholar Tyrone McKinley Freeman, author of a new book about early black millionaire Madam C.J. Walker, who paved the way for Black philanthropy today.

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How the African American Community Foundation Supports North Carolina Nonprofits

How the African American Community Foundation Supports North Carolina Nonprofits

Here’s what nonprofits in and around Charlotte, North Carolina should know about securing a grant from the African American Community Foundation.

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