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Convening Practitioners and Supporters to Create an Economy that works for All

At Kindred Futures, creating an inclusive economy hinges on prioritizing the collective ownership of critical economic assets such as land, labor, and capital. By building an ecosystem that supports local economies guided by democratic principles and practices, we ensure that integrity and a commitment to results are vital to attaining shared prosperity.

Our innovative approach leverages ecosystem building to create a network of local businesses, nonprofits, educational institutions, government institutions, and private entities that collectively drive economic prosperity. We are anchored in a broader network and movement focused on uniting people and places around shared values and goals to create meaningful progress. Our work adopts an interdisciplinary analysis, understanding that wealth includes, but is not limited to, four core domains: economic, health, environment, and democracy. We are stewards of our environment and believe we have a commitment to protect our planet. We also know that our work is centered on freedom, and protecting our democratic rights is vital.

The Black Community Wealth Network

Kindred Futures launched the Black Community Wealth Network, a national network positioned to build a broad network of practitioners, scholars and advocates committed to building Black community wealth. 

The purpose of the broader Black Community Wealth Network is three-fold:

  • To serve as a think tank on issues concerning Black community wealth building; 
  • To co-design strategies, bolster capacity, prototype new ideas, and conduct research in service to Black wealth-building; and 
  • To collectively contribute to redefining and expanding the notion of Black community wealth. 

When Kindred Futures released its manifesto early in 2023, it was a jumping-off point for the organization to expand the narrative and apply a more interdisciplinary analysis of what it means to build wealth for Black people and communities, according to Dr. Janelle Williams, CEO and Co-Founder of Kindred Futures.

“Through this network, our research, and partnerships, we are dedicated to building Black wealth,” Williams said. “We are grateful to bring together a key group of investors, advocates, practitioners, and scholars who will continue to help us create a just economy for Black people.”

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Civic Engagement

Since its launch in 2023, the Black Community Wealth Network has engaged with a diverse group of 65 unique organizations from various disciplines

To learn more of the Black Community Wealth Network and how your organization can get involved, please reach out to [email protected].

Upcoming Convenings & Events

From In-Person Gatherings To Online Webinars

Latest

Atlanta Wealth Building Initiative Announces New Name and Brand Identity as Kindred Futures

Past Events

Kindred Futures Partnership with Step Up Savannah Launch Announcement Luncheon

July 15, 2024

Kindred Futures and the Center for Community Progress Host Community Forum on Commercial Affordability

May 3, 2024

Kindred Futures Hosts Inaugural Policy Forum: ‘Beloved Economies: Shaping Policy to Build Black Wealth

November 27, 2023

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Kindred Futures Launches Partnership with Step Up Savannah to Support a Business Service Cooperative

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