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“Hope is being able to see that there is light despite all of the darkness.” – Desmond Tutu

OUR MISSION

The mission of The Gatsby Showcase Foundation is to empower historically disadvantaged groups to achieve economic independence by providing a network of support; grants for education and business expansion; and development tools.

OUR PURPOSE

The Gatsby Showcase Foundation is an impact driven and capacity-building not-for-profit organization committed to breaking down systemic barriers that currently block equitable access to education, business capital and assistance. We envision building a brighter future for historically

disadvantaged groups through education grants, business expansion funding, financial literacy training, and mentorship.

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OUR HISTORY

The formation of the Gatsby Showcase Foundation was inspired by our inaugural Gatsby Showcase Gala in 2021 when a crucial need to create change and respond to systemic barriers was identified. In addition to the fashion experience of the Gatsby Showcase, there was a missed opportunity tap into an affluent demographic in attendance to generate awareness, create interest, and build engagement in the pressing needs of our most vulnerable populations. And so, Gatsby Showcase foundation was born! In 2022, The Gatsby Showcase Foundation will present The Laura Fote Award for the first time. Laura Fote Award recognizes, honors and celebrates emerging entrepreneurs who have demonstrated outstanding vision, leadership and inspiration in spite of challenges and barriers to make a significant social impact and/or become successful in their businesses.

RACIAL EQUITY STATEMENT

In accordance with The Gatsby Showcase Foundation’s mission, we are rooted in the advancement of racial justice. As change agents, we work to dismantle systemic and institutional inequities that exist for people and communities of color. We provide accessible financial products and services to help individuals find sustainable success through wealth and asset building.

OUR VALUES

We Value Everyone. At The Gatsby Showcase foundation, diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the core of who we are. We are committed to operating with compassion, integrity, and respect.

We are Committed. The Gatsby Showcase foundation is an organization of relentless change agents who recognize our responsibility to combat a history of racism and economic injustices. We work to dismantle systemic and institutional inequities to help people and communities of color and women access wealth and reach economic prosperity.

We are Impactful. The Gatsby Showcase foundation’s solutions are bold, collaborative, and intentional. We seek and create solutions anchored in social justice that provide accessible financial products and services to communities of color, women, and other historically disadvantaged groups.