Executive's Corner
Greetings Lupe Fiasco Foundation Family,
As children, Lupe and I created many memories during the summer time. We were always challenged to make our communities better than we found them. Many times that meant picking up garbage in empty lots and staying engaged in a program that gave us the tools to contribute something meaningful to our neighborhoods. Our father's karate school was bustling with neighborhood youth and families who looked forward to the positive programming and especially the prestigious Bud Billiken Parade.
This summer we were able to continue our legacy of creating great memories for Chicago communities despite increased violence and injustices that plagued local, national and international neighborhoods. Through partnering with individual donors IMAN, RAGE, Chicago Defender Charities, Dujour Cafe and host of other agencies we were able to raise $10,000 for our Food Justice programs during our first Annual Iftar Fundraiser, provide Englewood residents with over 500 pounds of fresh produce, provide arts programming for urban youth focused summer festivals and allow teens and families to wave and smile graciously while marching with the Lupe Fiasco Foundation in the 85th Annual Bud Biliken Parade.
I hope that your summer provided you great memories and that you continue to support us as we continue to empower and support chicago youth and families as Fall approaches.
Ayesha Jaco
Co-Founder & Executive Director
The Lupe Fiasco Foundation