Black Philanthropy in Action: Moving Toward a More Equitable and Just Society

This virtual conversation was held on September 30, 2020 as part of our series of discussions on Black Philanthropy, celebrating the 5th Anniversary of the Black Giving Circle Fund at the Hartford Foundation for Public Giving. 

Featured panelists: 

  • Jelani Cobb, The New Yorker Staff Writer, Professor of Journalism at Columbia University and MSNBC Contributor
  • Valaida Fullwood, Author, "Giving Back: A Tribute to Generations of African American Philanthropists," Creator, The Soul of Philanthropy and Founding Member, New Generation of African American Philanthropists
  • Leah Wright Rigueur, Harry Truman Associate Professor of History; Brandeis University, Associate Professor of Public Policy; Harvard Kennedy School and ABC News Contributor

Moderated by Joelle Murchison, Founder & Principal, ExecMommyGroup, LLC.