Monthly Archives: June 2015

“Homegoings” for the Living: The Business of African American Funerals

When one of my cousins informed me that I was not “invited” to the December 2014 homegoing services for his father (my mother’s brother), I was forced to admit something that I had long suspected. Homegoings, in my opinion, really … Continue reading

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The Nonprofit Business of African American History and Culture

The more I focus on the business side of nonprofit administration and leadership, the more I am impressed by the work of Dr. Lonnie G. Bunch and the staff of the National Museum of African American History and Culture.  Construction on … Continue reading

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Celebrating Life and Black Music Month

It has been said that a woman’s work is never done, and I must say that this has been true for me throughout my entire adult life.  I was fortunate, however, to have people around me who loved life and brought … Continue reading

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