Current Issues that Need Philanthropic Efforts
Black Lives Matter
This movement was started as a hashtag after the acquittal of white gunman George Zimmerman who shot and killed black teenager Trayvon Martin in February 2012. It started as a hashtag but blossomed into a full on movement, with protest demonstrations and appeals to government officials to promote change. More here.
LGBTQ+ Rights Movement
This movement is one that has spanned decades, as the conversation over the rights of non-heterosexual couples and individuals has been highly disputed over the years based on outdated religious and moral principles.
