Blog Profile / blackgivesback
| URL : | http://www.blackgivesback.blogspot.com | |
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| Filed Under: | Ethnicity & Race / African American | |
| Posts on Regator: | 1338 | |
| Posts / Week: | 5.6 | |
| Archived Since: | October 30, 2008 | |
Blog Post Archive
Youth Board Member of International Youth Leadership Institute Shares Why She Gives Back
IYLI to Host Opening Doors to the World Fundraiser
By Akira Barclay, Contributor
On May 8, 2013, The International Youth Leadership Institute (IYLI), an organization that prepares African American and Latino secondary school students...Show More Summary
AT&T Nation's Football Classic Launches "Making Moves" Sweepstakes
Prizes include AT&T tablet and tickets to AT&T Nation's Football Classic in Washington, DC
On September 7, 2013, two of the nation's HBCUs - Howard University and Morehouse College - will take to the football field in a classic rivalry...Show More Summary
World Leaders Celebrate Legacy of African Leadership at Africare’s 2013 Bishop John T. Walker Memorial Dinner
Mo Ibrahim (center), founder of the Mo Ibrahim Foundation and 2013 Africare honoree with President and CEO of Africare, Darius Mans (right) and guest.
President Barack Obama and Dr. Mo Ibrahim Recognized for Contributions to ImproveShow More Summary
Partners in Preservation: Help an African American DC Landmark!
American Express and the National Trust for Historic Preservation to Award $1 Million in Grants to Washington, DC Metro Area Historic Places
Community Will Help Determine Which Projects Receive Funding
We’re excited to announce thatShow More Summary
L'ORÉAL USA Supports Mentoring and Career Readiness for Young Black Women
Antoinette Hamilton, Assistant Vice President of Diversity and Inclusion at L’Oréal USA, addresses the New York Coalition of One Hundred Black Women’s 2013 Role Model students.
Annual event hosted by New York Coalition of 100 Black Women’s...Show More Summary
UNCF and Newark Civic Leaders Party with a Purpose at Newark’s Inaugural UNCF Mayor’s Masked Ball
The Honorable Cory A. Booker, Mayor of the City of Newark, NJ invites residents, as well as business and civic leaders to support Higher Education
“CBS This Morning” Co-Anchor Gayle King to serve as Honorary Chair
Newark, NJ – UNCF (United...Show More Summary
Spotlight on Black Theater at 'Lou, Q and You at e2'
At the On Q benefit dinner (l-r): Quentin “Q” Talley, On Q; Tom Gabbard, Blumenthal Performing Arts Center; Emilya Cachapero, Theatre Communications Group; and Lou Bellamy, Penumbra Theatre Company
Charlotte, NC – On Tuesday, April 9, Charlotte’s On Q Performing Arts, Inc. Show More Summary
Rucker Sisters Present ‘Elegance for Education’
Ruby, Ellen, Ione, their mother Ruby Rucker, and Renata Coker, Director of Sales at SOCIETY Charlotte Magazine
By Valaida Fullwood, Contributor
Prominent Southern family hosts fashion show to benefit scholarship fund for namesake school
Charlotte,...Show More Summary
Broccoli City Organic Lifestyle Presents Washington D.C.’s First Urban Earth Day Festival
WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Sunday, April 21, 2013, Broccoli City Organic Lifestyle group will partner with Earth Day Network, Sierra Club, Pepco, and Green Scheme to make living a healthy, more sustainable lifestyle cool with Washington,Show More Summary
ABFE Conference Leverages the Power of Philanthropy to Address Critical Needs Facing Black Communities
President and CEO, ABFE, Susan Taylor Batten; Nicole R. Robinson, ABFE Emerging Leader in Philanthropy Award honoree; and Toya Randall, Vice Chair, ABFE Board of Directors and Senior Director of Community Initiatives, Casey Family Programs...Show More Summary
Two Day Conference to Explore Diverse Philanthropy and Leadership
Conference held in partnership with the Association of African American Development Officers On June 6-7, 2013, the Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE) will host the Conference on Diverse Philanthropy and Leadership...Show More Summary
Apollo Theater to Induct Chaka Khan Into Apollo Legends Hall of Fame at Annual Spring Gala Concert
Time Warner and Carol’s Daughter Founder & President Lisa Price to be honored HARLEM, NY – The Apollo Theater, a leading not-for-profit performing arts institution and one of the nation’s greatest cultural treasures, announced that its...Show More Summary
BLACK GIRLS ROCK!™ Now Accepting Applications for 2013 BLACK GIRLS ROCK! Queens' Camp for Leadership & Excellence
Due to enormous demand, deadline has been extended to April 29, 2013?? BROOKLYN, NY – For the third consecutive year, BLACK GIRLS ROCK! Inc. will host 30 dynamic girls from around the world at the BLACK GIRLS ROCK! Queens' Camp for Leadership...Show More Summary
The Insider: Musimbi Kanyoro, Driving Social Change for Women and Girls Around the World
“We will not be satisfied until justice rolls down like waters and righteousness like a mighty stream.” — Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
By Valaida Fullwood, Contributor
Dr. Musimbi Kanyoro, President and CEO of the Global Fund for Women, is the featured BGB “Insider” this week. Show More Summary
Kathy and Kenneth Chenault Among Honorees at 6th Annual Council of Urban Professionals Leadership Gala
Vernon Jordan presents Kathy and Kenneth Chenault, CEO of American Express, with the Philanthropic Leadership Award at the Council of Urban Professionals' 6th Annual Leadership Gala: An Evening of Recognition and Celebration in New York.
NEW...Show More Summary
Association of Black Foundation Executives Challenges Philanthropic Leaders to be Unconventional in Addressing Needs of the Black Community
ABFE 2013 Conference Hits Chicago Streets; Addresses Community Violence, Black Male Stereotypes and Celebrity Foundations
Chicago, IL - Over 225 leaders and professionals in philanthropy including presidents, trustees, program officers,...Show More Summary
Young Professional Spearheads Organization to Increase Black Elected Officials in Virginia
Virginia Leadership Institute to host first ever Top 10 Under 40 event on May 7th to honor young Black professionals
As a graduate student, Krysta Jones wrote about the lack of Black congressional representation in Virginia for her Master’s...Show More Summary
The Insider: Carla Morrison, Founder, Sisters of Today and Tomorrow
Founder of Sisters of Today and Tomorrow Carla Morrison, honoree Xernona Clayton, founder, Trumpet Awards and Kenya James at SOT's 9th Annual Women’s History Month Program: “Celebrating Women of Color… The Image of Women in Television”...Show More Summary
A Better Chance Announces Theo Killion, CEO of Zale Corporation to Receive 2013 Dreambuilder Award
NEW YORK – A Better Chance, a national nonprofit that recruits academically talented and motivated students of color and guides them toward a variety of educational opportunities, announced that Theo Killion, Chief Executive OfficerShow More Summary
The Insider: Lydia Sermons, Executive Director of the African American Experience Fund
“Celebrating Visionary Leaders & Landmarks,” 12th Annual Awards Gala to be held April 18, 2013
Since the election of President Barack Obama, more Americans are showing an interest in learning about African American history by visiting national sites that reflect the many untold and under-told stories of black America. Show More Summary