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...
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BRIC BLOG
We believe that through a variety of perspectives, we can gain a better understanding of philanthropy and Black progress in the community. We invite you to join the conversation and explore new ideas so we can continue to learn, grow, and make a difference.
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...
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...
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...
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....
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...
KEEPING IT REAL ESTATE- Inaugural Colorado Community Land Trust Conference
As we close out the month of April and the 55th anniversary of the Fair Housing Act, it was an opportunity to reflect on where we are...
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...
THE BRIC LIST: 10 Ways to Respect Diversity in the Workplace
A diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce is vital to the success of any organization.
10 Books That Reveal What It's Like to Be a Woman of Color in America
Here are ten books to better understand what it's like to be a BIPOC female in America today.
BRIC Builder Spotlight: Tina Walls
We are truly grateful for all our supporters, who we affectionately call our BRIC Builders. It is not just corporations but individuals like
"Life's most persistent and urgent question is, 'What are you doing for others?" Martin Luther King.
That critical question has remained top of mind for LaDawn Sullivan during her more than two decades of community-centered work with The Den
The BRIC Fund List: 22 Books That Moved Us In 2022
Year-end lists are always subjective. And the list of best books can be particularly uninspiring, i.e., books that have no connection to us
A Holiday Message from The BRIC Fund!
As 2022 comes to a close, I intentionally set aside time to reflect on the BRIC Fund – our community, our work, and our impact. Immediately
Darryl Lester - Q & A
Darryl Lester is the Founder/Principal of The Institute for Building Communities by Design which seeks to build communities, not out of...
Liberation For Us, By Us
Juneteenth is a federal and state holiday and still I am still seeking liberation.
LOOKING BACK TO ACT FORWARD
Building Black communities from the inside out – BRIC by BRIC That 9 minutes and 29 seconds is forever ingrained in my memory. The...
Barriers and Building Blocks to Black Homeownership
Discussion about the barriers and building blocks to Black homeownership while recognizing the 54th anniversary of the Fair Housing Act.
Giving Black is Good Business
The Black Resilience in Colorado (BRIC) Fund Blog features the unique voices and perspectives of people who make up the diverse fabric of...
Lift as We Climb
As we prepare to close out 2021 and welcome a new year, we must maintain our spirit of gratitude and continue to share the “5 Ts” of...
Giving with Integrity and Vulnerability
The Black Resilience in Colorado (BRIC) Fund Blog features the unique voices and perspectives of people who make up the diverse fabric of...
Why Black Philanthropists Give: Understanding the Legacy of Black Giving BLACK PHILANTHROPY MONTH
It was a temperate September summer day in Colorado. Then suddenly, I heard shrieks of joy and surprise come from the living room....
Paving a Path Toward Healing in Communities of Color Minority Mental Health Awareness Month
“Caring for myself is not self-indulgence, it is self-preservation and that is an act of political warfare.” -Audre Lorde I love my work....
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