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This Black-Owned Bread Company Says A Grant From Jrue And Lauren Holiday’s Fund Kept It Afloat After Hurricane Ida's Destruction

For nearly three years, basketball star Jrue Holiday, and his wife, Lauren, have been consistently pouring into Black entrepreneurs.

Ngozi Nwanji

Dec 22, 2023

NBA Star Jrue Holiday And Olympian Lauren Holiday To Provide $1M In Grants To Black-Owned Businesses

When the family is made up of champions, it is only right that the winning spirit continues by giving back to the community! Jrue and Lauren Holiday have impacted the world through sports. Whether it be as an NBA champion or an Olympic gold medalist, this dynamic duo just naturally has what it takes to leave a mark, but it’s what they’re doing with that status to give back that is even more legendary. Today, the couple has announced that they will provide up to $1 million to Black-owned businesses and nonprofits through the Jrue and Lauren Social Impact Fund. “In an effort to assist marginalized and underrepresented communities with the funding, mentorship and resources needed to survive; we saw then and continue to witness the immediate ways small business owners and community change agents need to be supported,” said Jrue and Lauren Holiday in an official press release shared with AfroTech. “Our commitment to doing our part only grows stronger after seeing the life changing impact...

Shanique Yates

Feb 15, 2022