5th Annual Handy L. Lindsey, Jr. Award & Lecture on Inclusiveness in
Philanthropy
HONORING
Anna Eleanor Roosevelt
Anna Eleanor Roosevelt (left) has a conversation about inclusiveness in philanthropy with Amina J. Dickerson following her lecture presentation.
Chicago African Americans in Philanthropy and the Donors Forum hosted the 5th Anniversary of its Handy L. Lindsey, Jr. Award & Lecture on Inclusiveness in Philanthropy. The 2007 honoree, Anna Eleanor Roosevelt, delivered a live lecture during the program followed by a conversation with Amina J. Dickerson, Senior Director of Corporate Community Involvement at Kraft Foods. The program was held on Thursday, November 1, 2007 at the DuSable Museum of African American History. Over 200 supporters were in attendance.
While there is a need to increase the percentage of African Americans representing staff and board members at foundations... (more)
Chicago African Americans in Philanthropy (CAAIP) functions to: encourage philanthropy in the African American community; research and encourage the development of grantmaking programs at foundations and corporations which benefit the community; promote dialogue between philanthropic organizations and agencies serving African American communities; provide networking and mentorship opportunities; and partner with individuals and institutions who share in its commitment to promote healthy African American communities. (more)