COLUMBUS, OHIO (September 30, 2024) — The Financial Alliance for Racial Equity (FARE), a coalition dedicated to increasing racial diversity, equity, and inclusion within the financial services industry, is proud to announce that it has been named a finalist for the Charitable Giving/Philanthropy Firm Award – Corporate Social Responsibility in the ThinkAdvisor 2024 Luminaries Awards. Now in its fourth year, ThinkAdvisor’s Luminaries Awards highlight outstanding contributions from organizations and individuals redefining excellence in financial services.
FARE’s recognition as a finalist is a result of its ongoing initiatives to advance equity and inclusion through charitable giving and philanthropy, with a particular focus on empowering historically underrepresented communities. The organization’s work includes offering scholarships, mentorship programs, and professional development opportunities to HBCU students, creating a lasting impact within the financial services industry.
“We are honored to be named a finalist for the Luminaries Award by ThinkAdvisor,” said Nicole Ridley, Executive Director of FARE. “This recognition reaffirms our commitment to not only promoting diversity within the financial services sector but also to uplifting communities through meaningful corporate social responsibility initiatives. We are proud of the work our team and partners have done, and we look forward to continuing to inspire change.”
The ThinkAdvisor Luminaries Awards program is designed to set a new standard for leadership, creativity, and community engagement in financial services. A panel of independent judges, composed of distinguished industry professionals, will select the 2024 winners, who will be recognized at an awards event at the Fontainebleau Las Vegas on December 11-12, 2024.
About FARE
The Financial Alliance for Racial Equity (FARE) is a coalition of financial services firms, industry organizations, and historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) committed to advancing racial diversity, equity, and inclusion within the financial services industry. FARE works to provide educational resources, mentorship, and professional development opportunities to create a more inclusive financial landscape.
About ThinkAdvisor
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