by Ashley Johnson | Jul 25, 2024 | Grantee News & Updates, News & Updates
At Borealis Philanthropy, we’re not just dreaming of a world rooted in queer and trans liberation—we’re actively co-creating pathways to build it. This work hinges on investing in queer and trans-BIPOC leaders, particularly trans women of color, whose...
by Ashley Johnson | Jul 23, 2024 | Borealis News & Updates, Grantee News & Updates, News & Updates
Since the founding of the first Black-owned newspaper in the United States, journalism led by Black, Indigenous, Asian, and Latine folks has generated more holistic and dynamic stories for communities across the world. For centuries, this reporting has stood in...
by Ashley Johnson | Jun 3, 2024 | Borealis News & Updates, News & Updates
In April, Borealis Philanthropy joined over 600 co-conspirators—fellow funders and movement leaders— for ABFE Harambee Conference in St. Louis. Set against the backdrop of Missouri’s rich cultural heritage and significant historical moments—including the Dred Scott...
by Ashley Johnson | Apr 16, 2024 | Borealis News & Updates, News & Updates
Jonathan Soren Davidson for Disabled And Here — Three Black friends sit in comfortable chairs and supportive recliners during an evening conversation. In the middle, a friend with narcolepsy falls asleep smiling while clouds drift behind her head. Her girlfriend sits...
by Ashley Johnson | Mar 31, 2024 | Borealis News & Updates, Grantee News & Updates, News & Updates
International Trans Day of Visibility extends far beyond mere recognition: it’s an affirmation of the existence, beauty, and resilience of trans and gender-nonconforming (TGNC) folks. We also recognize visibility as a double-edged sword – one that has led...