Black Lives Matter Foundation Hosts Healing Event at Controversial Property
The 'Creators House' serves as a refuge for grieving families and a campus for Black artists, amidst ongoing scrutiny over the foundation's finances.
- The Black Lives Matter Global Network Foundation, which faced criticism for purchasing a $6 million property with donations, hosted a dinner for families affected by police violence.
- The event coincided with an annual conference in southern California, providing support for those on their journeys to healing, accountability, and justice.
- More than 150 guests were given tours of the property, which includes six bedrooms and bathrooms, a swimming pool, a soundstage, and office space.
- The property, referred to as the 'Creators House', will continue to serve as a refuge for those grieving loved ones killed in incidents of police violence and as a campus for the foundation’s Black artists fellowship.
- The foundation defended itself against accusations of mismanagement of its funds, stating that the property purchase was a safe investment that builds wealth for the sake of the mission.
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