[newgirl]

All of them, read bio’s

[newgirl]

Look at the marketing .. all white as snow

[ColdNoMore]

Originally Posted by Dust Bunny

Morgan Freeman has done a lot- Check him out

Morgan Freeman - Sharing Stories Of Racism (click here)

Morgan Freeman to share people’s experiences of racism on his social platforms

"I'll dedicate my platforms to amplify your voice"

Morgan Freeman has announced plans to share his followers’ experiences with racism on his social media platforms.

The actor shared news of the project on his Instagram page yesterday (June 5), telling his fans to “continue the conversation”.

“Being a storyteller, I believe that is important to champion each other’s unique voices,” he said in the post. “For the next week, if you are willing to share the personal stories you’ve experienced with racism, I’ll dedicate my platforms to amplify your voice.

“The time has come. Remember we all have a part to play in this story of change.”

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[dewilson58]

Originally Posted by oldtimes

Any good idea when taken to the extreme becomes a bad idea. This has gotten to the point that it is doing more harm than good.

Bingo.

[Villagerjjm]

Originally Posted by Number 10 GI

Rich athletes taking a knee claiming racist treatment of blacks. How many of these multi millionaire athletes have used some of their money to back a black entrepreneur to establish a business in a black area? A business that would provide jobs in these areas for the people living there. Besides Oprah Winfrey how many other rich blacks are helping out fellow blacks with their riches? If there are any why isn't the media championing these individuals?

I used to live near Ft. Campbell, KY. As with any area around a military base there are foreign born spouses that married a military person. There is a large group of Koreans in that area and they help each other, a very tight group. If one of them wants to borrow money they do not go to a bank, there are people in the group that will lend the money to them. They help each other when starting a business by patronizing that business or working for the new business owner. When one gets sick someone steps in and helps them out where ever necessary.

Instead of taking a knee put your money where your mouth is and do something that will really help fellow blacks. Just like the Hollywood types that emcee a charity fund raising event. I remember one was asked how much they donated and the response was they were donating their time to emcee the show. Can't part with that money, it's mine.

I think that if the time was taken to do some real research on this topic that a satisfactory answer to the question posed (beyond the included snarky conversation included in the original post with the question) is obtainable as noted by another response.
Have a great day!

[44Apple]

What are they doing? Probably the same thing rich white people are doing for the poor whites of the Appalachia strip and for the poor whites of Central Florida.

[Luisa]

There were 9000 opportunity zones created a short time ago to help Black neighborhoods and businesses. The next thing we see is burning, looting , and violence. Gratitude and taking advantage of opportunity goes a long way toward equality.

[kenoc7]

Originally Posted by retiredguy123

If you want to give your money away, good for you. But, in my opinion, the best thing the Government could do is to eliminate all tax deductions for charities. Most charities are created to gain prestige, or worse yet, to make money for the people who set them up. The IRS rules for charities are so loose that you can create a charity, raise millions of dollars, and spend pennies on the people who you claim to be helping. Most charities are scams, and the taxpayers end up being ripped off.

"Most charities are created to gain prestige, or worse yet, to make money for the people who set them up."

This may be true for a small number of charities but most are started/run by people with a genuine concern for the issues they focus on. Also, in response to the original question, many black athletes and entertainers have set up foundations that do great work.

[E Cascade]

Unfortunately the law of nature goes by the survival of the fittest. It follows in every area of life from humans of every kind, to all animals, to plants, to environment, to those stuck at home due to covid-19, to........ One person can not survive for another. Each must do his/her share or sink into whatever is lesser than he/she could have had. It's just a simple fact of being on this planet. If you enable another's weakness you are actually stealing his/her chance to become stronger. When we row together we accomplish more, but we have to make the decision to get into the boat. ...........so now, what are each of us doing right now to make ourselves better at whatever we do, so the boat can move through the rough waters more easily?

[rmd2]

Originally Posted by Northwoods

Here are a few black athletes that are trying to help underprivileged children achieve a better life:

Tiger Woods Foundation provides money for deserving but impoverished students who want to go to college. It awards dozens of grants to improve under-privileged children’s health. Millions of young people have benefitted from his generosity.
The foundation has doled out over $30 million in grants, scholarships and internships. It also provides specialized education on such courses as graphic design, marine biology, and aerospace engineering so that these students have a meaningful career upon graduation.

Derek Jeter launched the Turn 2 Foundation. Its goal is to “create and support signature programs and activities that motivate young people to turn away from drugs and alcohol and ‘TURN 2’ healthy lifestyles”. Over the last 20 years, the foundation has donated approximately $1 million annually to its cause.

The Lebron James Family Foundation gave $2.5 million and 1,000 new computers to the Boys and Girls Club of America, and James himself gave $2.5 million to the Smithsonian National Museum of African-American History and Culture. His foundation has raised $40 million for the After-School All-Stars and his I Promise program provides mentors, supplies, support and programs for 1,400 Akron students — much of which comes from James’ own donations.

Almost all foundations use "other people's" money. They don't use their own. The lend out their name to collect money from other people.

[rmd2]

Originally Posted by J1ceasar

There are plenty of Charities that are involved in job training and education so get off your high horse please Goodwill is one of them name atop one

Goodwill gets freely donated items and charges customers to buy them.

[parchiba49]

Originally Posted by Number 10 GI

If you would get outside the bubble you will see many black and women truck drivers on the interstate highways. I see all kinds of blacks working in construction here in TV. Go into any government office and you will see a greater percentage of black employees than they represent in the total population. I've seen a lot of white guys holding those stop and go signs. Your view is extremely narrow as you never see the successful blacks who overcame far more obstacles. But that ruins the narrative that blacks can't be successful doesn't it.

My original response was to your "Get a job...too lazy". I am very aware of other blacks in jobs. Not sure how many blacks you see working construction here, but I'll give you the benefit of the doubt. Weren't many when I built my first house in 2016. Government offices, yes, clerks in lower paying jobs, but great, at least they have jobs (not lazy) and benefits to boot - hooray! I won't remark on your 'white guys holding signs' as I did not say they didn't, just that the blacks were not on the higher paying scale. My view is narrow? Really? When was the last time you saw a Villages sales agent who was black? I believe I heard they finally hired one. Yay. How many do you see visible in the restaurants you visit. Oh, yep, maybe if you go peep in the kitchen, or wiping down the tables. And, I admit I haven't gone through all the Villages gates, but I've been through most (at least north of 44) and Hmmm, guess the black ones are always off duty when I come through. Wait, the head of Public Safety here is a black guy, and one of my friends also works with them. Wow, we must be getting up in the world of TV.
So, my narrative? Think about yours and walk a day in my shoes.

I know, first hand, about successful blacks. Here in The Villages we are around 2-4% of the population. We are nurses, doctors, attorneys, Veterans, IT specialists, construction workers, CEOs, entrepreneurs, homemakers, teachers, etc. But guess what, when we, successful types, go into some stores, we can pick out those employees who are trying not to let us know that they are following us, just in case we try and lift a trinket.

Originally Posted by rmd2

Goodwill gets freely donated items and charges customers to buy them.

They make a profit by selling donated items for certain.

The people making those donations get a donation slip for their taxes.

The people who sort through the donated items and the people putting those items on the shelves as well as the people running the registers are all getting paid.

I say kudos the the billionaire owner for giving people entry level jobs to get off of public assistance, giving opportunities to people with no other skills for whatever reasons and people with disabilities. Who cares how much profit he makes. At least he's doing some good for others with your unwanted items. Go ahead and say what you like now.

[jebartle]

Originally Posted by Number 10 GI

Rich athletes taking a knee claiming racist treatment of blacks. How many of these multi millionaire athletes have used some of their money to back a black entrepreneur to establish a business in a black area? A business that would provide jobs in these areas for the people living there. Besides Oprah Winfrey how many other rich blacks are helping out fellow blacks with their riches? If there are any why isn't the media championing these individuals?

I used to live near Ft. Campbell, KY. As with any area around a military base there are foreign born spouses that married a military person. There is a large group of Koreans in that area and they help each other, a very tight group. If one of them wants to borrow money they do not go to a bank, there are people in the group that will lend the money to them. They help each other when starting a business by patronizing that business or working for the new business owner. When one gets sick someone steps in and helps them out where ever necessary.

Instead of taking a knee put your money where your mouth is and do something that will really help fellow blacks. Just like the Hollywood types that emcee a charity fund raising event. I remember one was asked how much they donated and the response was they were donating their time to emcee the show. Can't part with that money, it's mine.

You couldn't buy the tv coverage Kapernick (sp) got from kneeling during anthem. Awareness of the injustice blacks have been dealt is now in the forefront.

[Dreah]

It doesn't cost anything to be kind.