BRIC BLOG

Change can sound close long before it actually arrives. Using a persistent nighttime cricket as a metaphor, LaDawn Sullivan explores the distance between hearing communities and investing in their leadership—and why philanthropy must move from listening to action.

Back-to-school season brings familiar routines, fresh possibilities, and a reminder that we return to the classroom because there is always more to learn. LaDawn Sullivan reflects on what that same mindset can teach nonprofit and philanthropic leaders about curiosity, innovation, and making room for new ideas.

A Black church congregation gathers during an offering as a hand places money into a gold collection plate. A woman in blue sits prominently in the foreground while other church members are visible behind her. The image accompanies the blog, The Building Fund Was Never Just About the Building and illustrates the longstanding tradition of Black church philanthropy, collective giving, faith, and community members pooling their resources to build and sustain institutions for fut

What if generosity wasn’t just about sheltering ourselves from life’s storms, but about gathering resources to help others weather them too? In this Black Philanthropy Month reflection, LaDawn Sullivan explores how Black giving, community, and collective action have always transformed individual blessings into shared strength—building resilient communities, BRIC by BRIC.

Black nonprofit leaders are more than resilient—they are architects of lasting community change. In recognition of Black Philanthropy Month, LaDawn Sullivan explores how lived experience, innovation, and intentional investment have shaped Black-led organizations and why investing in their leadership is essential to building stronger communities.

The future of community health depends on making care truly accessible. Adrienne Mansanares explores lessons from reproductive and sexual healthcare, showing how patient navigation, outreach, education, and community-based support can remove barriers, build trust, and improve health outcomes.