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LaDawn Sullivan
4 days ago3 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 43 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.


Courtland J. Powers-Gunnells
Aug 21, 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

Black Resilience in Colorado
Aug 7, 20241 min read
Black Resilience in Colorado (BRIC) Fund unveiling new art piece for Black Philanthropy Month
Black Resilience in Colorado (BRIC) Fund unveiling new art piece today during the Art & Activism event celebrating Black Philanthropy Month.

Black Resilience in Colorado
Jul 19, 20244 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 8, 20241 min read
BRIC helps Black-led & Black-serving nonprofits
BRIC helps Black-led & Black-serving nonprofits


Black Resilience in Colorado
Jun 25, 20243 min read
Black Resilience in Colorado Fund Grants $650,000 to 67 Black-Led and Serving Nonprofits to Build Community Impact
The Black Resilience in Colorado Fund announced the award of $650,000 in grants to 67 Black-led and Black-serving nonprofits in Colorado.


Black Resilience in Colorado
Apr 26, 20243 min read
A Conversation With Gary Chambers
BRIC spoke with Gary Chambers Jr. to discuss his time in the Mile High City, the state of politics today, and his political future.

Black Resilience in Colorado
Mar 6, 20241 min read
9News Black Community Roundtable
Denver's most prominent Black voices give their opinions on local news coverage of the Black community.


Marcus Weaver
Jan 23, 20244 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


LaDawn Sullivan
Nov 21, 20233 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.


Michelle Adams
Oct 25, 20235 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.


Antwan Jefferson
Sep 28, 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...

Black Resilience in Colorado
Sep 2, 20232 min read
Two Major Grants Awarded as BRIC Marks its Third Year
Photo by Joanne Davidson Special to Colorado Politics DENVER, CO (August 30, 2023) – The Black Resilience Fund in Colorado Fund marked...


Black Resilience in Colorado
Jul 27, 20234 min read
Impact of Black Arts on Mainstream Culture
The Black Resilience in Colorado (BRIC) Fund Blog features the unique voices and perspectives of people who make up the diverse fabric of...


Black Resilience in Colorado
Jun 16, 20232 min read
Juneteenth Cel-liberation Day
The Black Resilience in Colorado (BRIC) Fund Blog features the unique voices and perspectives of people who make up the diverse fabric of...


Black Resilience in Colorado
Jun 9, 20235 min read
BRIC Builder Spotlight: Felicia Griffin
Felicia Griffin is a racial and social justice leader deeply committed to reducing disparities within communities of color by working to...

Black Resilience in Colorado
Jun 2, 20232 min read
Three Years and Growing
June is a significant month for the Black Resilience in Colorado (BRIC) Fund, as we annually celebrate our anniversary and Juneteenth....


Black Resilience in Colorado
May 25, 20233 min read
Nine Minutes and 29 Seconds
Mural Artist: Justcreatedit It’s been three years to the day that the murder of a man over a disputed counterfeit $20 dollar bill caused...


Deborah Richardson
Apr 27, 20234 min read
Deborah Richardson Q&A
The stories, influence, and path to becoming a community BRIC Builder for many of our supporters are personally unique. However, they...
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