Giving Black: The Intersection of Philanthropy & Afrofuturism

When:  Aug 14, 2024 from 05:30 PM to 07:30 PM (ET)
Did you know that August is Black Philanthropy Month? Join AFP Greater Detroit's IDEA Committee in celebrating the importance of Black communities in philanthropy and investigating this year's theme: Afrofuturism. 
 
On August 14, we will be joined by a star-studded panel of scholars, philanthropy experts, and non-profit leaders who will lead us in an exploration of the ways Afrofuturism can inspire new visions for the future, the importance of community-centrism in fundraising, and the potential of philanthropy to effect lasting positive change. Don't miss this opportunity to hear how we can shift our perspective to create a more just future for all.
 
Moderator
MiVida Burrus photoMiVida Burrus
Senior Director of Development, Avalon Healing Center and President-Elect, AFP Greater Detroit
 
Panelists
Nate Wallace photoNate Wallace
Head of Civic Partnerships, Michigan Central
 
Lauren Hood photoLauren Hood
Founder and Chief Visionary, the Institute for AfroUrbanism and Assistant Professor of Practice, the University of Michigan's Taubman College of Architecture + Urban Planning
 
Stefen Welch photoStefen J. Welch
Vice President, Public Affairs for the Detroit Pistons
 
And more special guests.
 
Event Schedule
5:30pm Guests arrive, snacks, drinks, networking
6:00-7:00pm Panel discussion
7:00-7:30pm Networking
 
Event details:
Drinks will be available for purchase; light bites will be provided.
 
While your support makes it possible for AFP-Greater Detroit to bring exciting conversations like these to our community, we affirm the importance of ensuring that our programs are accessible to all. Tickets are available for a suggested donation of $10. Please contact Elsea at eburrows@afpdet.org for more information about accessible pricing.
 
 
Registration deadline is Tuesday, August 13.

Location

BasBlue
110 E. Ferry Street
Detroit, MI 48202