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Milwaukee Bucks, NBA Cares Renovate Community Center

The Milwaukee Bucks joined forces with NBA Cares to renovate a local community center.

by Brandee Sanders

07.19.21

Pharrell Opening School For Low-Income Students In VA

Pharrell Williams is launching a Norfolk-based private school for low-income families.

by Brandee Sanders

06.12.21

Jrue Holiday Furthers Efforts Aiding Black-Owned Businesses

Milwaukee Bucks star Jrue Holiday is furthering his efforts to support small Black-owned businesses and nonprofits throughout the country.

by Brandee Sanders

05.24.21

Michael Jordan Launches Grant Program For Nonprofits

As part of his $100 million commitment to fight systemic racism, NBA legend Michael Jordan is providing grants for grassroots…

by Brandee Sanders

04.03.21

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Deborah Archer Becomes ACLU’s First Black President

Deborah Archer was recently elected to serve as president of the ACLU; making her the first Black person to be…

by NewsOne Staff

02.07.21

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Tiffany Haddish Creates Internship For Foster Children

Tiffany Haddish has teamed up with the nonprofit Ready to Succeed to launch an internship program for foster youth.

by NewsOne Staff

12.21.20

This Nonprofit Is An Ode To Black Entrepreneurship

Buy from a Black Woman is a nonprofit centered on celebrating Black women entrepreneurship.

by Brandee Sanders

11.09.20

LA Community Screening Of Warner Bros Pictures' "Just Mercy" - Arrivals

Michael B. Jordan Leads Fundraiser For GirlTrek

Actor Michael B. Jordan is leading a fundraiser to support a nonprofit centered on Black women’s health and wellness.

by NewsOne Staff

09.26.20

11-Year-Old Donates 22,000 Diapers To Parents In Need

11-year-old Cartier Carey raised money to donate over 22,000 diapers to single parents in need.

by NewsOne Staff

09.14.20

Nonprofit Launched To Address Racial Inequities In Sports

A new nonprofit will focus on racial, social and economic equality within the sports industry.

by NewsOne Staff

09.07.20

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Girl Scouts Appoints First Black CEO

Judith Batty is the first Black person to serve as CEO of the Girl Scouts of the USA.

by NewsOne Staff

08.17.20

Tyler Perry Gifts Atlanta Nonprofit With Van

Tyler Perry gifted a van to an Atlanta nonprofit that provides the homeless with health and hygiene products.

by NewsOne Staff

07.06.20

Usher’s Nonprofit Leads Effort To Combat Food Insecurity

Usher’s nonprofit donated over 350 vegan meals to individuals in need in Atlanta.

by NewsOne Staff

05.24.20

Nonprofit Empowers At-Risk Youth Through Acting

Harlem native Shabaya Clark is using his nonprofit Drama Free! to empower at-risk youth through the arts.

by Brandee Sanders

03.31.20

Nonprofit Celebrates The Artistry Of Black Creators

The Black Artists + Designers Guild celebrates the artistry of Black creators.

by Brandee Sanders

03.31.20

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Google Donates $3M Toward NAACP’s STEAM Program

Google.org has donated $3 million to support the NAACP’s STEM education program.

by NewsOne Staff

03.31.20

California Nonprofit Combats Recidivism Through Tech

A California-based nonprofit is on a mission to combat recidivism through tech education.

by NewsOne Staff

03.31.20

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Nonprofit Aims To Close Racial Wealth Gap

Social entrepreneur and wealth justice advocate Chloe McKenzie is on a mission to level the playing field for Black women…

by NewsOne Staff

03.31.20

HBCU Alum Empowers Underprivileged Youth Through Music Education

The San Diego-based nonprofit Heartbeat Music Academy is empowering underprivileged youth through music education.

by Brandee Sanders

03.31.20

Social Entrepreneur, 15, Raises $70K For Nonprofits

A 15-year-old social entrepreneur from South Carolina has raised over $70,000 for local nonprofits.

by NewsOne Staff

03.30.20