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From Then to Now: 100 Years Celebrating Black History

100th Anniversary Limited-Edition Magazine

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In celebration of the 100th anniversary of Black History Month in the United States, a 100th Anniversary Limited-Edition Magazine was created to honor this historic milestone. The vision behind the publication was to develop a meaningful and engaging resource that highlights Black history while uplifting the voices, stories, and celebrations within the community. Serving as both a reflection and a guide, the magazine invites readers to learn, reflect, and celebrate through historical features, local spotlights, and coverage of Black History Month events. It also builds on previous years by capturing how communities continue to recognize, uplift, and honor Black history today.

Annual Newsletters

2025

Celebrating Our Growth

Published November 2025

2024

Acknowledging Our Milestones

Published December 2023

10-Year Impact Report

Building on Our Momentum

Published November 2024

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“good trouble” and “The fight”

The September film GOOD TROUBLE and THE FIGHT film..

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African American fund lecture series

Lecture Series: MAKERS, ARTISTS, and ENTREPRENEURS WORKING & LIVING IN FULL COLOR, presented by the Columbus Arts Council, AAF, IUPUC and the Women’s Giving Circle..

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Virtual speaker series

African American Fund of Bartholomew County, Columbus Area Arts Council and IUPUC Gender, Equity and Sexuality Studies..

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Promoting diversity & awareness with yes cinema

In September of 2020 the African American Fund of Bartholomew and supporting community sponsors launched a virtual film series in an effort to create and continue awareness and dialogue around the questions of diversity, equity and social justice in the Columbus community..

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Racial justice and antiracism resources for Columbus Learning Center, IUPUC, Ivy Tech, Bartholomew County Public Library, Enrichment program BCSC

In August of 2020, the AAF provided a grant to purchase racial justice and anti-racism resources appropriately referenced for youth and adult learning...