In Minnesota, the Black Collective Foundation has made a bold move to invest in Black-led civic leadership. The 2025–26 New Suns Fellowship provides over $500,000 in funding to 20 local leaders, each receiving $20,000 plus coaching, wellness support, and community-building opportunities.
The fellows are activists, educators, and cultural workers addressing systemic issues in housing, education, public service, and more. This fellowship represents a holistic approach: supporting leaders’ mental health and professional growth alongside financial resources.
Takeaway: True success is often about building networks and infrastructure. By investing in leaders and community organizers, the New Suns Fellowship is creating lasting change that goes beyond individual achievement.
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