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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
Aug 31, 20234 min read
Black Resilience in Colorado Fund Unveils New BRIC Legacy Fund and Liberation Investment Grant
DENVER, CO (August 31, 2023) – During Black Philanthropy Month, the Black Resilience in Colorado (BRIC) Fund announced its new BRIC...
Black Resilience in Colorado
Aug 27, 20231 min read
BRIC Fund Op-Ed: Black Philanthropy Month Marks a Legacy of Generosity – By LaDawn Sullivan
Throughout the month of August, we celebrate Black Philanthropy Month. This is a time when the community celebrates the richness and...
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
Jul 5, 20231 min read
Black Resilience in Colorado gives $650K to black-led & serving nonprofits
BRIC Executive Director, LaDawn Sullivan, had the pleasure to speak with Denver7 about gifting $650K in grants to 49 Black-led and...
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 16, 20233 min read
Black Resilience in Colorado Fund Celebrates Third Anniversary by Gifting $650,000 in Grants
The organization has awarded over $3.5 million to nearly 230 nonprofits since 2020 DENVER, CO (June 14, 2023) – The Black Resilience in...
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...
Black Resilience in Colorado
Apr 28, 20233 min read
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
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...
Black Resilience in Colorado
Apr 16, 20231 min read
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.
Black Resilience in Colorado
Mar 10, 20231 min read
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.
Black Resilience in Colorado
Feb 7, 20231 min read
Collective giving part of Black communities' DNA, says BRIC Fund leader
LaDawn Sullivan spoke to CBS News Colorado's Mekialaya White about the extraordinary impact of the fund in the few years since its founding.
Tina Walls
Jan 12, 20233 min read
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
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