What We’re Learning
and Building Together
From deep-dive research reports and practical toolkits to grantee partner milestones and organizational updates, this space highlights the power and progress driving our work forward. Browse our latest news and resources below to see AMARA’s strategy in action.
IL Racial Justice & Equity Landscape Study
AMARA, while operating under its previous name, partnered with the Great Cities Institute on the Illinois Racial Justice & Equity Landscape Study, a groundbreaking effort to better understand…
July 31, 2026
Black Abundance 2025: Three days in Peoria showed what community-led power makes possible.
One of the most powerful reflections from Black Abundance 2025 came from an elder in the movement, a longtime Illinois organizer. After three days in Peoria, Mr. Norris paused and…
July 30, 2026
Chicago Votes: Powering Inclusive Democracy Through Youth Leadership and Community Engagement
As we approach the November 5th presidential election, we spotlight one of Grand Victoria Foundation’s key partners, Chicago Votes, and their efforts to engage and empower young people…
July 23, 2026
Reflections from the GVF Team Visit to Montgomery & Selma Alabama
This fall, the Grand Victoria Foundation’s staff and board members embarked on a profound journey through Montgomery and Selma, Alabama—a pilgrimage into the heart of America’s racial history…
July 23, 2026
Grand Victoria Foundation Honored at the NCRP Impact Awards
Grand Victoria Foundation was recognized at the National Committee for Responsive Philanthropy’s (NCRP) 2025 Impact Awards in Minneapolis with the Changing Course and Incorporating Feedback Award. This national…
July 23, 2026
People Power in Practice: Protecting Communities and Advancing Justice
We all know that this year has been a difficult one for organizations, communities, and leaders. Navigating a hostile political climate which has included a rollback of equity…
July 23, 2026