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Portraits of Us: A Book of Essays Centering Black Women Leading Philanthropy

Portraits of Us: A Book of Essays Centering Black Women Leading Philanthropy has been released! This book of essays was produced in partnership with Blacks in Philanthropy Networks and Regional Associations of Grantmakers. It aims to document the achievements and contributions of networks of Black women from nine regions across the United States. To create this book, over 200 women completed online surveys, attended in-person and virtual story circles, and participated in photoshoots. The result is a powerful collection of stories that celebrate the voice, vision, and value of Black women in philanthropy. E-books can be purchased at the link below.

The book is no longer available for sale and will be available by request to be shipped to the recipient. 

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    All book sale proceeds are donated to ABFE, A Philanthropic Partnership for Black Communities.

    "My greatest hope for this project is that women see themselves and find comfort and reassurance in knowing that there is a community of us across the sector saying the quiet parts out loud. Women committed to making the sector more equitable, inclusive, and just. Make note of their names and remember their faces. Reach out and connect. Reach in and reflect."
    -TOYA NASH RANDALL, VVV CURATOR & CATALYST

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    Portraits of Us: A Book of Essays Centering Black Women Leading Philanthropy

    Portraits of Us is the latest addition to a growing body of research and literature produced by Voice. Vision. Value. that documents the wisdom, fortitude, sacrifice, and humanity of Black women leading and reshaping the field of professional philanthropy.
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