Northeastern Illinois University Foundation

Truth Telling Project

Founded in 2014 by community activists in the St. Louis area following the shooting death of 18-year old Michael Brown, Jr., The Truth Telling Project (TTP) engages audiences in the United States in stories that galvanize thoughtful, empathetic, and educated allies for Black and communities of color. The organization implements a grassroots, community-centered truth-telling process to amplify the voices of the traditionally silenced and disenfranchised with the hope that more individuals and communities become interested in ending structural and institutional racism in the United States. The award provides flexible support to TTP.