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Self-Care for BIPOC Non-Profit Leaders: Reclaiming Your Energy and Joy
In honor of Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, the Black Resilience in Colorado Fund focuses on the importance of self-care and supporting mental health and wellness to fuel our collective ability to thrive together. This week, EDCI Alum and Full Circle Restorative Justice Executive Director Eric Lee shares a message for BIPOC nonprofit leaders—and for all of us—on reclaiming the energy and joy that sustain our purpose and power.

Eric Lee
Jul 93 min read


This Fourth of July, Freedom Must Be for All of Us
Every year, as fireworks light up the sky and the nation celebrates its independence, I find myself reflecting on the words of Frederick Douglass, spoken on July 5, 1852:
“What, to the American slave, is your Fourth of July? I answer: a day that reveals to him, more than all other days in the year, the gross injustice and cruelty to which he is the constant victim.”

LaDawn Sullivan
Jul 32 min read


The Legacy of Soul Food and Black Resilience: A Recipe for Unity and Hope
June is Soul Food Awareness Month—a time to honor the cuisine born from struggle yet seasoned with resilience, love, and legacy. In The Legacy of Soul Food and Black Resilience: A Recipe for Unity and Hope blog, LaDawn Sullivan reflects on how the meals that once sustained our ancestors now nourish generations with culture, connection, and power.

LaDawn Sullivan
Jun 253 min read


BRIC: A Love Letter To Colorado’s Black Communities
From the depths of my heart to the soul of our people-this is a love letter. Not just of admiration, but of reverence. Not just of thanks, but of promise.
This is a tribute to you, the heartbeat of the Black Resilience in Colorado (BRIC) Fund, and the very foundation of the movement we are building

LaDawn Sullivan
Jun 181 min read


Black Resilience in Colorado continues to support nonprofits as organization marks 5 years since its inception
The countdown to Juneteeth is on, and Denver7 is highlighting one Colorado nonprofit focused on supporting and making sure the Black community has what it needs to thrive in the nonprofit space.
Denver7 | Your Voice
Jun 61 min read


How community leaders are preserving the Five Points history amid new development
Five Points, a historic neighborhood in Denver with a rich history, is also going through some major transformation.
Denver7 | Your Voice
May 191 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


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


Celebrating the 2024 Graduates of the Executive Directors of Color Institute
EDCI strengthens the leadership pipeline of leaders of color. Congratulations to the Class of 2024! The 2025 program opens in January.

LaDawn Sullivan
Dec 9, 20242 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


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


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
Aug 7, 20241 min read


Countdown to Black Philanthropy Month: Celebrating Generosity in Black Communities
As we countdown to Black Philanthropy Month, an August celebration deeply rooted in Black communities' giving traditions and heritage, we re

Black Resilience in Colorado
Jul 22, 20241 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


Boss Generation helping Black women build wealth
BRIC raises money for organizations like Boss Generation helping Black women build wealth.

Black Resilience in Colorado
Jul 9, 20241 min read
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