The U.S. Treasury and IRS released proposed rule changes early Thursday targeting higher education programs that explicitly address race. The updates aim to redefine eligibility criteria for tax-exempt status, potentially impacting institutions offering diversity-focused initiatives. READI, an advocacy group, urges public engagement on the proposed adjustments.
Sep 2026ABFE | A Philanthropic Partnership for Black CommunitiesNews article
The Association of Black Foundations (ABFE) launches **Black Philanthropy Month 2026** under the theme *Many Voices. One Movement*, reinforcing its mission to drive **effective, community-led philanthropy** in Black communities. For over 50 years, ABFE has worked to ensure Black communities receive **resources, trust, and leadership autonomy** to shape their own solutions. The initiative highlights the collective power of Black philanthropy as a force for systemic change.
Aug 2026ABFE | A Philanthropic Partnership for Black CommunitiesNews article
READI reaffirms the principle of birthright citizenship as a cornerstone of equal opportunity in the U.S. The Supreme Court’s decision upholds the legal foundation that participation in American society is not tied to ancestry. The statement acknowledges the nation’s violent history of Indigenous dispossession and chattel slavery, framing citizenship as a counter to systemic exclusion.
Jun 2026ABFE | A Philanthropic Partnership for Black CommunitiesNews article
READI condemns policies that restrict voter access due to uncontrollable factors like mail delays, disasters, or geographic barriers. The organization emphasizes that a healthy democracy must protect voting rights regardless of circumstances. READI’s stance highlights systemic barriers that disproportionately affect marginalized communities.
Jun 2026ABFE | A Philanthropic Partnership for Black CommunitiesNews article
