SUPPORT SOULS GROWN DEEP
Souls Grown Deep’s two-pronged mission, advanced through its Foundation and its Community Partnership, addresses both the reputation of long-neglected artists and the quality of life in their communities.
FOUNDATION
Redefining the canon of American Art
Souls Grown Deep advocates the inclusion of Black artists from the American South in the canon of American art history.
- Museum acquisitions, internships, and research
- Protecting artists’ rights through advocacy
- Preserving artworks in the African American South
COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP
Pursuing social, racial, and economic equity
Souls Grown Deep Community Partnership pursues economic empowerment, racial and social justice, and educational advancement in the communities that gave rise to the artists in the Foundation's collection.
Projects advocating social and racial justice
Access to basic needs including health care and education
Promoting economic development in the Black Belt
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Moonrise Project | $259.92
Amy Santee | $26.27
I learned about your organization through the 28 Days of Black History project from Antiracism Daily. The quilts are beautiful.
Lize Burr | $5,000
Brinille Ellis
Brandie | $250
Adam | $100
Kim | $200
Thank you for recognizing southern artists. My mom was an artist in Louisiana and had no encouragement, paper or time to do her art. Yet she did, in the margins of newspapers and other paper she could find. Glad to support.
Kerry | $52.23
I have admired Gee's Bend quilts for years. I am an "improv quilter" and have visited several exhibitions of their amazing quilts. Their quilts are just stunning and really move me.
Teresa | $10.70
Susan | $259.92
Samantha
Kim Cannard
This donation is in memory of Rev. Martin & Clara Sommers, and their love of the people of Gee’s Bend.
Vicki | $26.27
Katy Rose is in heaven, no e-mail necessary. She was/is my daughter. I am 79, this amount is all I can afford, but I admire you all so much.
Sharon Marbury | $52.23
To my friend who is a quilter and best friend. May she stitch for a long time
Sharon Marbury | $519.52
In honor of Mamie Marbury, an artist in her soul
Jane Schulak
This donation was made with gratitude to honor the life and work of the special artist Loretta Bennett. I appreciate your friendship, and feel very lucky to have crossed your path! Thank you, Jane Schulak
Kordal Studio | $280
Katherine Fromm | $104.15
Honored to make a contribution
Linley Jones
This contribution is made with gratitude for the vision and friendship of Bill Arnett, the founder of Souls Grown Deep Foundation.
Anonymous
Mary Campbell | $250
The quilts of Gee's bend have given me much joy and inspiration over the years. Time to give back!
Francoise | $52.23
Louise Gray, LLC | $1,157.42
Our limited edition Black History quilts are inspired by the endurance, community, and creativity of Gee’s Bend. We are proud to donate the profits from these pieces to Souls Grown Deep. To the generations of artists stitching together their story...
Louise Gray, LLC | $2,513.40
Our limited edition Black History quilts are inspired by the endurance, community, and creativity of Gee’s Bend. We are proud to donate the profits from these pieces to Souls Grown Deep. To the generations of artists stitching together their story...
Anonymous
Gavi Kestenbaum gave art lessons and asked we donate here; glad to be aware of your mission!
Wes Bargeloh | $500
In memory of Martha(a lifetime quilter) would be thrilled to know what your lifetime of quilting has done
OZMA x Caroline Z Hurley | $860.54
Alan Marzilli | $50
Thanks for doing this important work!
Dennis Hamilton | $52.23
Robert | $52.23
Thank you for sharing these wonderful quilts with the world. They are so inspiring!