Eugene "Freedom" Blackwell Scholarship/Legacy Fund
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Established in 2016 by the family of Eugene "Freedom" Blackwell in memory of his fight for equity throughout our community and a special focus on our youth. The purpose of this fund is to support African American youth in grades k through 12th to pursue opportunities to further their education in STEM and other programs that prepare them for their future. The fund will also support entrepreneurial efforts of African American male youth. These causes were important to Freedom and where he dedicated most of his efforts.

Euzelle "Bubby" Hairston Educational Fund
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Established in 1998 by the Honorable Valerie McDonald Roberts in honor of her father Bubby Hairston. The income from this fund is to be used for educational purposes.

God's Tithe Fund
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Established in 2013. The purpose of the fund is to support the preaching/proclamation of the gospel of Jesus Christ and/or activities congruous with that purpose. The donor or a committee will suggest recipients of the grants.

Human Equity & Justice Fund
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Established in 2018 by the Board of Trustees of POISE Foundation, this fund will provide small one time grants up to $5,000 for a grant period up to six months to support organizations and movements that are on the frontline responding to a crisis that impacts Pittsburgh's Black community. If approved, the grant will be made available within 2 business days to support a rapid response.

Jeannette Carolina Memorial Healthcare Fund
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Established in 2006 by Marvin Carolina. Grants from this fund will be used for individuals pursuing careers in the Healthcare field with an interest in nursing; and other eligible grants to support the growth of African Americans in the Healthcare profession.

Jerry Devon Jones, Sr. Fund
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Established in 2009 by Michelle Lewis in honor of her father, to support programs providing skills in the field of carpentry as well as scholarships to individuals seeking to gain or enhance carpentry skills.

John Christian Golf Classic Endowment Fund
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Established in 1988 by the John Christian Charity Golf Classic Committee. Income is to be used to help provide educational assistance to minority youth at various levels of their academic career and help in promoting self-help and betterment for the total community.

K. Leroy Irvis Memorial Educational Fund
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Established in 2006 by the Board of POISE Foundation to honor the legacy of the Honorable K. Leroy Irvis. This fund is dedicated to supporting educational purposes in keeping with the interest of K. Leroy Irvis such as the K. Leroy Irvis Reading Room, general education purposes, and groups involved in the political education of the African American community.

Margaret Lewis Education for Special Needs Children Fund
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This Fund was established in 2010 by the family and friends of Margaret Lewis in memory of her work and concern for individuals with special needs, particularly children. The income generated from this fund will be used to support educational programs for children with special needs in Pittsburgh and Allegheny County

Marian Parker Diggs-Dist Fund
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Marian Parker Diggs Entrepreneurial Fund
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Established in 1997 by the Board of Directors of POISE Foundation in memory and honor of Marian Parker Diggs, a native of Pittsburgh and champion of small business. The income from the fund is to be used for entrepreneurial activities as determined by the Foundation's Board of Trustees.

Misters Economic/Educational Fund
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Established in 1981. Income is to be used for African-American economic, entrepreneur development and educational activities in the Pittsburgh area.

POISE Education Fund
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POISE/MISTERS Fund
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Established in 1987 with a gift from New Cycle Foundation and the Misters Investment Association. The income is used for the Misters, Inc. and POISE Foundation's economic activities in the Pittsburgh area.

Teach Love Fund
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Established in 1997 by Dr. Frances Johnson Barnes, Ed. D. The income from this fund is to be used "Based on the premise that love is a learned activity and therefore can be taught. The Teach Love Fund has been established to support groups and individuals who develop activities and projects, in varied categories and settings, that seek to teach individuals, especially children and youth, to love themselves and to love others.

Urban Affairs/Economic Development Fund
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Established in 1995 by a contribution from Dollar Bank. The income from this fund is to be used to promote economic development and awareness in the City of Pittsburgh and throughout Allegheny County.

Visa/City of Pittsburgh Economic Development Fund
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Established in 1997 by a donation from VISA USA. The income from this fund is to be used for Economic Development activities in the City of Pittsburgh.

Wilson Bradley/Sisters of Eve Fund
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Established in 1997 by Daisy Wilson and Mary Bradley. Income from this fund will be used for Sisters of Eve performances.

Young Achievers Trust Fund
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Established in 2000 by Connie Portis, President Renaissance Publications. The income from this fund is to be used for charitable donations towards educational scholarships, health initiatives, art projects, and non-profit agency support.

Young Ladies Enrichment/Support Fund
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Established in 1988. Income is to be used for special programs, activities and projects to help young ladies prepare for a better future.

Young Men Enrichment/Support Fund
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Established in 1993. Income is to be used for special programs activities, projects, etc., to help young men prepare for a better future.