"The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience..." — Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

This MLK Birthday, we're getting uncomfortable.

Why do small, Black-led nonprofits face constant scrutiny while massive organizations get a pass? Why is there a "Trust Gap" that keeps minority-led organizations from accessing the funding they deserve?

Hosts Liz and Porter sit down with three leaders fighting this battle daily:

- Shawana Carter (Carter's House)

- Pastor Donald Parish Jr. (A Steady Hand)

- King Shakur (Volunteering While Black)

Together, they expose the uncomfortable truth about nonprofit funding inequity in 2026.

WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER:

The Hollywood Effect: How shows like Apple TV's "Loot" and "Breaking Bad" have painted nonprofits as vehicles for money laundering and tax havens and funding barriers for legitimate Black-led organizations.

The Funding Wall: The specific challenges facing minority-led nonprofits trying to secure grants, donations, and institutional support.

Radical Collaboration: Why the "For Us, By Us" mentality is the key to Dr. King's "Beloved Community"—and how it's being built in 2026.

The Power of the Collective: How to turn community support into long-term sustainability when traditional funding sources shut you out.

From Scarcity to Abundance: Moving beyond competition to collective impact.

This conversation honors Dr. King's legacy by doing the uncomfortable work: examining systemic barriers and building the solutions our communities deserve.

If you're a nonprofit leader, community organizer, social justice advocate, or someone who believes in supporting Black-led organizations—this episode is for you.

CONNECT WITH OUR GUESTS:

Carter's House: https://www.cartershouse.org

A Steady Hand: https://www.beasteadyhand.org

Volunteering While Black: https://www.volunteeringwhileblack.org

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