Court Blocks Fearless Fund's Grants for Black Women Entrepreneurs
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NPR
A U.S. federal appeals court has suspended the Fearless Fund's grant program for Black women business owners, ruling in favor of a conservative group's lawsuit claiming the program is discriminatory. The decision is part of a broader legal battle against corporate diversity initiatives, with the court finding the program likely violates the 1866 Civil Rights Act. The ruling has significant implications for diversity efforts in business and philanthropy.