Hip-Hop is a springboard, a sounding board, and an inspiration for some of America\u2019s most innovative, creative grassroots initiatives. A3C<\/a> knows the importance of supporting creative non-profits working hard to make an impact in their communities. The 14 year old organization dedicated to educating and empowering the artists and entrepreneurs that shape hip-hop culture.<\/p>\n

Last year, A3C launched the Action Summit for social justice to create a place to discuss social justice challenges, learn from community leaders, and develop actionable initiatives. This year\u2019s Action Summit features Killer Mike, Talib Kweli and Trae The Truth.<\/p>\n

\u201cHip-Hop and justice have often gone hand in hand, and A3C wants to underline that,\u201d says Mike Walbert of A3C. \u201cOur Action events are our way of paying tribute to this powerful current in the music we love and to help support the music makers and lovers who use this power to do real good in their communities.\u201d<\/b><\/p>\n

Over the past three years, A3C<\/a> Action programs have raised more than $30,000 for 17 non-profits chosen from more than 500 submissions. In 2018, the A3C Action Accelerator will invite another change-driven group of activists for an intensive boot camp in Atlanta. Co-developed and led by the Center for Civic Innovation, the training embraces all aspects of growing and running a non-profit: management, sustainability, scalability, messaging and marketing. The one-on-one work with A3C Action participants culminates in a Pitch Night (October 5, 2018) at the Action Summit, where one organization is selected by a panel of judges to receive $10,000 in funding.<\/b><\/p>\n

\u201cThe A3C Accelerator shines light on some of the most incredible grassroots ideas from around the country,\u201d says Rohit Malhotra, Director of the Center for Civic Innovation. \u201cEvery year, we are inspired and humbled by the stories of people who, against many odds, are building programs for people in their community. It\u2019s amazing to just be a part of their journey, and in a time like right now, their work is necessary to showcase.\u201d<\/b><\/p>\n