Giving Black: A Heritage of Community Care & Greater Investment
The Black community has always shared a mighty and substantial heritage of giving and intershare. Our giving is complex and varied, includes kinship, and involves both formal and informal methodology. Separate means for philanthropic endowment within the Black community has always been required. The Giving Black: A Heritage of Community Care & Greater Investment virtual forum seeks to take a deep dive into Black philanthropy; its origins, evolutions, how it operates today, and why we must not only keep this sacred tradition alive but expand it intentionally, methodically, and exponentially.
What is Black philanthropy? While the mainstream often categorizes philanthropy as large gifts from wealthy individuals and institutions to those in need, Black philanthropy is much more nuanced, focused, communal, and dimensional. It possesses a keener understanding of the true root and intention of giving: unreserved extension of time, talent, and treasure to those with a perceived and/or stated need, often absent the recipient's appeal, without stipulation, and having no requirements or expectations for tangible or intangible reciprocity.
We invite you to join us for a keynote discussion by Valaida Fullwood, one of the architects of Black Philanthropy Month. The main talk will be followed by a speaking circle featuring leaders from the formal philanthropic sector as well as grassroots givers. The program will wrap with a Riverside Conversation calling forward new age Gen-Z philanthropist, Maricellyn "Rissy" McDonald.
Keynote Speaker:
* Black Philanthropy Month Architect alongside its founder, Jacqueline Copeland
* Award Winning Author, "Giving Back: A Tribute to Generations of African American Philanthropists"
Described an “idea whisperer,” Valaida Fullwood brings unbridled imagination and a gift for harnessing wild ideas to her work as a writer, public speaker and consultant on various projects and events in the philanthropic sector. Her client base ranges widely and her interests center on social innovation in philanthropy, education and the arts. In short, she helps people and organizations drive bold ideas forward by guiding their projects and by writing their stories. Valaida is the award-winning author of Giving Back, a 400-page hardcover book profiling stories of philanthropy among African Americans that was developed with photographer Charles Thomas. Giving Back, her first book, was named one of the 10 Best Black Books of 2011 and received the prestigious 2012 McAdam Book Award, which recognizes “the most inspirational and useful new book for the nonprofit sector.” In 2020, Valaida earned ABFE’s Trailblazer Award as a part of its 29th James A. Joseph Awards.
In 2013, Valaida Fullwood, both chronicler of Black philanthropy, joined Copeland as co-architect, collaborating to scale up the annual campaign and invite widespread public participation. Expanding and evolving each year, BPM is characterized by a wave of high-impact events, media stories, proclamations and service projects online and in communities throughout August, with local and global dimensions.
She blogs, blogs, blogs at valaida.com and enjoys social media connections on Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram and Twitter at @ValaidaF. As a writer and public speaker, Valaida enjoys sharing stories and engaging audiences around Giving Back and looks forward to publishing more books.
Speaking Circle Guests:
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| Jamesha Shackerford, Program Officer Central Carolina Community Foundation
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Jennifer Robinson, Founder & CEO Empowered to Heal |
Glenda Williams |
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Jamesha manages the Foundation’s scholarship |
Our society has a population of people who are almost forgotten... victims of child sexual abuse. Research shows that victims of childhood sexual abuse face prostitution, substance abuse, low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, and other symptoms of trauma. It is the goal of Empowered to Heal to assist victims by providing post trauma care and support for adult survivors of sexual abuse and prevention and assault. |
Ms. Glenda is a community giver who tirelessly works to provide food, services, and goods to the citizens of the PeeDee. She was recently recognized as Harvest Hope Pee Dee's Volunteer of the Year. |
Riverside Conversation Guest:
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Maricellyn "Rissy" McDonald,
Maricellyn "Rissy" McDonald is a sophomore at Richland Northeast High School. She has been volunteering and participating in community activities and events even prior to beginning her K-12 journey. Rissy is passionate about issues related to social justice and believes children should be seen AND heard.
Attendees (78)
Kabrina Bass
Executive Director
Midlands Mediation Center
Theresa Bowles
Board Member, Secretary
Angels Charge Ministry
Amber Brown
Program Officer
Coastal Community Foundation
Crystal Campbell
Executive Director
Dorchester County First Steps
Beth De Santis
CEO
Fact Forward
Dwana Doctor
Executive Director
Hampton County First Steps
Nicole Echols
Director of External Affairs
Harvest Hope Food Bank
Rhonda Edwards
Director of Educational Curriculum and Initiatives
The Legacy Foundation of SC
Shawn Edwards
CEO
The Citadel
Tanika Epps
CEO - Midlands
Communities In Schools of the Midlands
Richard Freeman
Senior Relationship Manager
IRS SPEC
Sherry Gilliam
Executive Director
Charleston County First Steps
Brennon Graham
President and Chief Executive Officer
Growing Home Southeast
A'Netra Hardy
Regional Outreach Paralegal
SC Legal Services
Lisa Hart
Executive Director
Carolina Teen Center
Quinn Hayes
Program & Grants Manager
Harvest Hope Food Bank
Veronica Hemmingway
Southern Lowcountry Director
Coastal Community Foundation of SC
Erin Johnson
Vice President for Community Investment
Central Carolina Community Foundation
Shayne Kinloch
Director of Operations
Together SC
Amanda Lawrence
AVP, Community Engagement
Trident United Way
Maurice Lawyer
Executive Director
The Legacy Foundation of SC
Vince Matthews
Executive Director
Joseph H Neal Health Collaborative
Britney Mazyck
Operations Manager
Community Initiatives, Inc.
Madeleine McGee
Former President/CEO, Together SC
Together SC
Sandy Morckel
President & Change Agent for Inspired Philanthropy
Solutions for the Greater Good
Kevin Patten
Chief Financial Officer
Central Carolina Community Foundation
Duchett Polite Hylton
Executive Director
Jasper County First Steps
Rosland Powell
Impact Services Manager
United Way Association of SC
Jennifer Robinson
Executive Director
Empowered to Heal
Everette Sands
President
The WES Foundation
Samantha Scott
Corporate Relations Manager
Charleston Parks Conservancy
Sherrie Snipes-Williams
CEO
Charleston Promise Neighborhood
Jennie Stephens
Executive Director
Center for Heirs' Property Preservation
Najmah Thomas
Associate Professor
University of South Carolina
Carmeisha White
Operations Manager
Northside Development Group
Garcia Williams
Executive Director
The Medi Community Resource Center
AGENDA
1:00 pm - 1:10 pm - Welcome and introductions
1:10 pm - 1:25 pm - Keynote Discussion with Valaida Fullwood
1:25 pm - 1:55 pm - Speaking Circle with Philanthropic Leaders & Capital Givers
1:55 pm - 2:15 pm - Riverside Conversation with Maricllyn "Rissy" McDonald
2:15 pm - 2:30 pm - Audience Q & A with Valaida
2:30 pm - Adjourn
Presented by:
Together SC Black Nonprofit Leaders Group