Founded in 1994 by actors Ben Guillory and Danny Glover, The Robey Theatre Company’s mission is “to develop and produce plays about global Black experiences.’ The organization fosters a community of artists who believe in the transformational power of plays. The Robey Theatre Company is a developmental theatre company. In… Read more…

Semicolon Bookstore is a Black woman-owned bookstore and gallery space committed to nurturing the connection between literature, art, and the pursuit of knowledge; while also using the power of words to better our community. We were created with one thing in mind — community. We are committed to having a direct… Read more…

Luella is Chef Darnell Reed’s great grand-mother. She moved from Mississippi to Chicago in 1943 and inspires the love and passion for the delicious southern meals we serve every day. Chef Darnell expresses his life experiences through food. Over the years he has traveled to places like New Orleans, Georgia and… Read more…

Black Ensemble Theater (BE) was founded in 1976 by actress, producer, and playwright Jackie Taylor. It has grown from a small community arts organization to a vibrant nationally and internationally renowned arts institution.  A leader and innovator in the African-American and mainstream arts communities, Black Ensemble Theater is recognized as… Read more…

Amber Wynn, “Philanthrepreneur”, helps Founders remove the guesswork of funding their nonprofits by providing a roadmap for diversifying revenue streams that lead to long-term sustainability. Because nonprofit does not mean No Profit. Amber Wynn provides Executive Directors of nonprofit organizations with solutions for the challenging and complex issues of governance,… Read more…