Yesterday, we launched our foundation’s Career Readiness program as we’re investing time, money, and resources into young Black Neighborhood Heroes from the South Side of Chicago to help bring their passion to life. We’ll be flying the first cohort of 20 young men to NYC to meet with C-Suite executives from Sony, Alamo Records, and the NY Knicks as they’ll be shadowing these seasoned professionals that look like them and share similar stories. Then we’re off to our HBCU College tour in ATL. They’ll familiarize themselves with a few historic institutions that have accredited college programs that’ll support their journey. Concluding with the NASCAR Playoffs at Talladega Superspeedway (YellaWood 500). These young men will also meet with C-Suite executives and learn about lucrative careers behind the enterprise. A great opportunity to bridge the gap between the Black community and NASCAR. Thank you @whitesox, @champsmentoring, @phalanxfam, Sigma Omega Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc and @nascar along with @bubbawallace and Michael Jordan’s 23 Eleven Racing Team for hosting us. Also big shout out to @lildurk along with our amazing Board of Directors for making all of this come together and @mrelerfordtv & @nbc for this great piece!! The Collective Impact! ✊🏾 #FirstPitch #ChicagoWhiteSox #LilDurk #NeighborhoodHeroes #OTF #NBC5 #StrategicPartnerships #SportsEntertainment