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048 – How 200 Everyday Donors Elected Montana's First Black Mayor, with Former Mayor Wilmot Collins artwork

048 – How 200 Everyday Donors Elected Montana's First Black Mayor, with Former Mayor Wilmot Collins

Black Philanthropy: Our Stories
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Is voting enough to create the change you want to see? If you're waiting until Election Day to get involved, you may be waiting too long. Discover why political giving, grassroots fundraising, and civic engagement matter long before a ballot is cast. In this episode, Wilmot Collins, former mayor of Helena, Montana, and the first Black Mayor in Montana, shares how community philanthropy, small-dollar donors, and bipartisan support helped fuel his historic campaign. Learn how Republicans, Democrats, and Independents came together around shared values, proving that political unity is possible when people come before party. Explore the powerful connection between voting, campaign fundraising, civic participation, and leadership More resources at blackphilanthropypodcast.com Social Media Follow @blackphilanthropyourstories & @michelle.renee.jackson

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