The Sankofa Fund for Civic Engagement, an African-American philanthropic initiative founded in 2015, recently awarded $15,000 in grants to local black artists, arts organizations and arts innovators. Among them, a mural project led by the artist Seven and Brainerd High School students, shown. The mural took three weeks to complete and is the focal point of the school's outdoor courtyard. / Sankofa Fund Contributed PhotoMiller Industries donates to Shriners Children's Hospital
Miller Industries Towing Equipment Inc. donated $10,267 to the Shriners Children's Hospital. The donation was raised through the sale of tow-hook bracelets during the 2017 WeTow campaign hosted by Miller Industries. Shriners Children's Hospitals provide specialized treatment for children with neuromusculoskeletal conditions, burn injuries and other specialized health-care needs. In front, from left, are Jeremy Tomlinson, Shriners Hospitals for Children; Jeff Badgley, Miller Industries; and Joseph Keene, Miller Industries. In back are Kipp Felice, Miller Industries; Drew Deluna, Shriners Hospitals for Children; and Todd Harless, Miller Industries.
Sankofa awards $15,000 in grants
The Sankofa Fund for Civic Engagement, an African-American philanthropic initiative founded in 2015, recently awarded $15,000 in grants to local black artists, arts organizations and arts innovators. Among them, a mural project led by the artist Seven and Brainerd High School students, shown. The mural took three weeks to complete and is the focal point of the school's outdoor courtyard.