A biopic about civil rights leader Bayard Rustin’s relentless fight for social justice is in the works.
Jay-Z and Michael B. Jordan are teaming up for the creation of a television series about sports icon Muhammad Ali.
Deborah Archer was recently elected to serve as president of the ACLU; making her the first Black person to be…
Rapstress Megan Thee Stallion helped gift a frontline nurse with $50,000.
North Charleston High School Principal Henry Darby works night shifts at Walmart to support students at his school who are…
Filmmaker Ryan Coogler has inked a production deal with Disney TV.
Naomi Osaka recently became part-owner of a professional women’s soccer team.
Arizona State University will name its film school after trailblazing actor Sidney Poitier.
The National Urban League has unveiled an initiative designed to address the digital divide.
Jennifer King has made history as the NFL’s first Black woman assistant coach.
NBA legend Vince Carter has launched a scholarship program for youth.
The VC firm Harlem Capital has received a $10 million investment from Apple to support diverse entrepreneurs.
The NAACP LDF has launched a $40 million scholarship fund for aspiring civil rights attorneys dedicated to driving change in…
Filmmaker Ava DuVernay has inked a multi-year podcast production deal with Spotify.
Spelman College has unveiled a new initiative designed to increase the representation of Black women in biotech.
Pharrell Williams has launched a tech entrepreneurship initiative for youth.
The Milwaukee Bucks recently unveiled an initiative designed to support Black business owners.
Diddy has invested in a platform designed to highlight beauty brands created by Black and brown founders.
Walker’s Legacy has created a scholarship fund for aspiring entrepreneurs at Howard University.
Tyler Perry will be awarded the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award at the 2021 Oscars for his philanthropic efforts.
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