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Honoring the Legacy and Power of Nonprofit Leaders of Color
Meet the 2025-26 Executive Directors of Color Institute cohort—42 visionary nonprofit leaders of color shaping Colorado’s future. Rooted in legacy and powered by community, these leaders are building justice, healing, and change. Join us in investing in their brilliance and fueling movements for equity and liberation.

LaDawn Sullivan
Apr 232 min read


She Leads: Celebrating the Power, Perseverance, and Purpose of Black Women
Throughou history, Black women have broken barriers across all sectors, continuously shaping a future brimming with possibilities.

LaDawn Sullivan
Mar 132 min read


Honoring Malcolm X: Making Real His Vision of Black Independence
As we recognize the 60th anniversary of Malcolm X’s assassination during Black History Month, we affirm an undeniable truth— Black labor...

LaDawn Sullivan
Feb 182 min read


Standing Strong. Moving Forward Together.
Black resilience fuels progress. Through unity, leadership, and investment, we build a future rooted in strength, history, and action.

LaDawn Sullivan
Feb 123 min read


Protect the Football: Resilience and Progress in Black Communities
Growing up, I learned how much discipline, strategy, and hard work go into not just winning games but protecting what matters most.

LaDawn Sullivan
Feb 43 min read


Kicking off the New Year with Intention and Purpose
Celebrating 5 years of BRIC Fund: $5M invested in Black-led nonprofits. Join us in empowering communities & building a resilient Colorado!
Javon Brame
Jan 102 min read


Turning Challenges into a Transformative Journey
In times when fear and division are being stoked, we stand firm in our belief that resilience, unity, and justice will guide us forward.

LaDawn Sullivan
Nov 15, 20242 min read


A letter to Colorado Nonprofit Leaders of Color on Election Day
On this 2024 Election Day, I wanted to reach out and acknowledge the unique challenges and opportunities we face as leaders...

LaDawn Sullivan
Nov 5, 20242 min read


Honor the Past and Empower the Future by Leveraging Your Vote
As a Black man and legislator, I understand the importance of active political participation in our community.

James Coleman
Oct 30, 20243 min read


70 Years After Brown v. Board of Education: Reflecting on Irving P. Andrews' Legacy and the Ongoing Fight for Educational Equity in America
Seventy years ago, the landmark ruling of the Supreme Court in the Brown v. Board of Education case determined state laws

Leah Andrews-Willis
Sep 26, 20244 min read


WE Are The Ones We've Been Waiting For.
At the BRIC Fund’s Executive Directors of Color Institute (EDCI), we believe in the transformative power of diverse leadership.

Black Resilience in Colorado
Sep 13, 20241 min read


Reinforcing the Cornerstones of Black Philanthropy BRIC by BRIC
August is Black Philanthropy Month. As we kick off this significant month, I reflect on the stories of resilience and generosity within our

LaDawn Sullivan
Sep 4, 20243 min read


The Philanthropic Footprint of Black Greek-Letter Organizations By: Courtland J. Powers-Gunnells
The true spirit of philanthropy is not about giving to be seen, but about giving to inspire, uplift, and bring lasting change to communities

Courtland J. Powers-Gunnells
Aug 21, 20243 min read


A Conversation With Dr. Johnny Johnson
Dr. Johnny Johnson is a distinguished Black OBGYN and prominent community leader known for his dedication to improving maternal health and a

Black Resilience in Colorado
Jul 19, 20244 min read


Juneteenth Anniversary: Upholding Promises Through Action for Racial Justice
Amidst the 2020 turmoil, on Juneteenth, a day to commemorate the end of slavery in the United States, the Black Resilience in Colorado...

LaDawn Sullivan
Jun 14, 20242 min read


A Night with Denver Swans Celebrating Black Excellence in the Arts
In the world of ballet, where every movement tells a story of grace, discipline, and tradition, a narrative of resilience transcends...

LaDawn Sullivan
May 31, 20242 min read


Caterpillar to a Butterfly – Turning Lessons into Leadership, An Executive Director of Color Institute Metamorphosis Story
This month, Marcus Weaver, a recent Executive Director of Color Institute graduate, shares his journey and metamorphosis into a nonprofit le

Marcus Weaver
Jan 23, 20244 min read


Don’t Forget the Sugar: Ingredients Make a Strong Community!
Cooking is a longtime love that was nurtured by time spent in my grandmother’s kitchen. My experience there shaped who I am today.

LaDawn Sullivan
Nov 21, 20233 min read


The Gift of Compassion – Creating a Family Legacy of Giving
Michelle Adams, an estate planning attorney discusses the valuable gift of compassion and the steps to build a family legacy of giving.

Michelle Adams
Oct 26, 20235 min read


Searching for "Public" in Public Education
What does the "public" in public education mean? This question is essential when examining the impact of education practices...

Antwan Jefferson
Sep 29, 20235 min read
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