An unforgettable evening of empowerment and enlightenment during our inaugural fireside chat, “Collective Conversations.” Together, we had transformative conversations about leading with love in philanthropy, the impact bridging the funding gap can have on Black communities, specifically in Southern Los Angeles and the Inland Empire, and how we can continue to bridge those equity gaps. We were so delighted to be in a community with artist and activist Common. We enjoyed hearing about his beginnings in Chicago and how that shaped his philanthropy and activism today with his organizations Imagine Justice Project and COMMON GROUND FOUNDATION, INC.