Susan Taylor Batten

Daughter, sister, wife, auntie. Philanthropic leader. Student of Black history. Focused on the well-being of people of African descent. Fisk and Howard Proud

[Stacey Abrams @staceyabrams]

I know we’re exhausted, disheartened, and rightly terrified. But we’ve been here before. We’ve fought, resisted, and built—together. Today, I’m reflecting on where we go from here and how we keep moving forward.

[Susan Taylor Batten @SBatten]

My prestigious Alma Maters, Fisk, and
Howard were targets of the racists text messages post-election. Threats and scare tactics have always been used in this country to instill fear in Black people. Our communities must be safe havens. Government must be held accountable!

[Susan Taylor Batten @SBatten]

Words can never share my sadness over losing Janine.❤️

[The Chronicle of Philanthropy @Philanthropy]

Opinion: Janine Lee was a champion of equitable grant making in the South. A consummate philanthropic leader, she leaves behind a legacy of healing divisions and facilitating difficult conversations in a deeply complex region, writes @SBatten of @ABFE.
https://t.co/2AXPXfMOkQ

[Susan Taylor Batten @SBatten]

@CRediron His birthday

[Dr. John H. Jackson @DrJohnHJackson]

Proud to join @SBatten in critiquing a grantmaking strategy "that provides funding at a mercurial and slow-drip pace. Funding organizations in this way does not support them if we want them to win." We're committed to meeting the challenge of the moment and invite you to join us.

[Susan Taylor Batten @SBatten]

My Black history month aims to bring philanhropy's attention to the US territories. First, the US Virgin Islands, America's sole Black colony (their words, not mine). Funders don't support this region, and it's up to us! @ABFE

[CHANGE Philanthropy @CHANGEPhil]

We join @AttorneyDamario in mourning the loss of elders for whom justice has long been deferred. #2023UnitySummit

[Susan Taylor Batten @SBatten]

A Giant is now resting! Thank you for your leadership✊🏾

[ABFE @ABFE]

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our dear friend, Hugh Burroughs.

His contributions to the philanthropic community have left an indomitable legacy that will continue to inspire us all.

[ABFE @ABFE]

Join ABFE for our exclusive Leverage the Trust National Retreat, an empowering experience for Black foundation trustees and ABFE partners.

📆 Save the Date:
Welcome Reception: Thurs., October 26th
Full Day of Programming: Frid., October 27th

RSVP Now: https://t.co/QNoQ9BTwan

[The Washington Post @washingtonpost]

Police officers in London are stepping back from armed duties after a member of the Metropolitan Police Service was charged with murder last week in the fatal 2022 shooting of an unarmed Black man.

https://t.co/8Q293fkaKf

[Susan Taylor Batten @SBatten]

We will never allow teaching about the Black experience die!🖤

[Shawn Lewis @lewi0116]

Black Professors Create Montgomery Riverboat Brawl Curriculum Guide https://t.co/AeN1o9lamb @rolandsmartin @drjlastword @SistahScholar @AfricanaCarr @EJinAction @LVBurke @SBatten

[Susan Taylor Batten @SBatten]

A BEA Foundation/Harris Poll shows business initiatives intended to support and increase diversity in corporate America are overwhelmingly supported by the vast majority of Americans across racial, ideological, and generational lines.

Read more here: https://t.co/OK1F4UMugl

[Michelle Obama @MichelleObama]

I wanted to share some of my thoughts on today's Supreme Court decision on affirmative action:

[Susan Taylor Batten @SBatten]

Please listen to and share the wise words of @JNelsonLDF regarding the SCOTUS ruling today on Affirmative action!

[Janai Nelson @JNelsonLDF]

Let one thing be clear-esp for univ presidents, admissions officers & future applicants-a majority of the Supreme Court said: “[N]othing in this opinion should be construed as prohibiting universities fr considering an applicant's discussion of how race affected his or her life."

[Susan Taylor Batten @SBatten]

I sit on the Board of @GivingGap and excited about the organization's progress! Join us for the celebration and join the movement✊🏾

[Giving Gap @GivingGap]

We’ve reached over 1,000 Black-founded nonprofits and we're celebrating with @ChrisTuckerreal. Join us March 7 at 5 PM ET. Reserve your spot! https://t.co/Y5oUCguvyL

[Susan Taylor Batten @SBatten]

Black women carry the loads of risk and responsibility in philanthropy. Join this opportunity for healing and peer networking. Come get free💥

[ABFE @ABFE]

ABFE is proud to announce the Community Healing Series for Black Women in Philanthropy with Erika Totten, a Spiritual Life Coach, Facilitator, and Community Builder. Reserve your space for this unique cohort experience: https://t.co/7qSKTmFgUe
Deadline: Feb. 3

[ABFE @ABFE]

ABFE is proud to share an article written by ABFE President & CEO @SBatten, which highlights the importance of advancing our call to action on anti-Black racism and not giving into the fear and scare tactics meant to immobilize us. Check it out here: https://t.co/vUryh0dzWF #ABFE

[Susan Taylor Batten @SBatten]

When a philanthropy turns your Black-led leadership organization down to manage their investments in Black leadership, hire two white-led organizations to run it, and then the white-led organization asks you to be an advisor for 2k. This work never ends! ✊🏽

[Susan Taylor Batten @SBatten]

So deserving! Congratulations @CHayling👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 @ABFE #Umoja l

[Community Change @communitychange]

➡️ Next up, we are proud to award @CHayling of @thelibrafound as the Champion in Philanthropic Leadership.

[Susan Taylor Batten @SBatten]

Supporting and building Black philanthropy is who we are! Please help us identify and organize Black family foundations. Share and retweet! ❤🖤💚@COF_ @npquarterly @theGrio @familygiving @RockPhilanth @FundBlackChi @donorsofcolor @WeAreABPC @BlackFundersNet @elcinfo @CFLeads

[ABFE @ABFE]

Do you know of a Black Family Foundation? ABFE is looking to connect with Black Family Foundations across the country, but we need your help. If you know of a Black Family Foundation that is committed to resourcing Black communities send us a note at [email protected]. #connect