COOPER KINDRED VENTURES, LLC
Let us not become weary in doing good.
Galatians 6:9
OUR VISION
The light of Christ drives The Red Cardinal Experience Foundation (TRCE) 501(c)3. Through fundraising, donations, and sponsorships, we support the God-inspired visions and dreams of underrepresented Black entrepreneurs and visionaries.
WHY THE RED CARDINAL?
The red cardinal experience is a Native American belief that the red bird has the power to protect and guide individuals on spiritual journeys. Seeing it or hearing its song can signify that angels are near and bring blessings, comfort, and a deep connection with lost souls.
RESOURCE OPPORTUNITIES
MARY L. COOPER MEMORIAL ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP
The Mary L. Cooper Memorial Scholarship was established to honor my mother, who was an educator, lifelong learner, and counselor. This scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors majoring in education, counseling, humanities, or psychology, as well as adults transitioning from other careers to education, teaching, counseling, or social work. You can access the application through the link provided below.
VISIONARY GRANTS
The CKV Visionary Empowerment Grant aims to support new entrepreneurs, small business owners, and individuals seeking funding to bring their vision, idea, or concept to life, mainly if it benefits and promotes African American and IPOC populations. The grant opportunities range from $250 to $5,000, and you can access the application by clicking on the “Download” button below.
WAYS TO HELP
MONETARY
DONATIONS
Make monetary donations to support the Mary L. Cooper Memorial Scholarship Fund directly.
Sponsorship/
Partnerships
In-Kind
Donations
Make tangible donations, gifts, or services to support TRCE in hosting fundraising events . i.e., swagbags, table decor, florist, catering, door prizes, raffle items, etc.
AN ANTHOLOGY OF HOPE
MY STORY, YOUR HOPE
When Fear, Pain, Loss, & Grief Are Too Much to Ignore.
My Story, Your Hope, Is not just an anthology but a project of cleansing, acknowledgment, and healing. Sometimes, we smooth over the pain of our stories and avoid reliving the details, or we block the connecting pieces that define our current state of being. We focus on the happy ending and eliminate the risk of opening old wounds or filling the gaps that connect the past and the present.
As the authors of each story were tasked with putting their stories to paper, they faced head-on challenges, demons, and fears as they not only relived each component of their story but also found themselves submerged in a myriad of emotions, readdressing issues and combating hidden truths. Some authors made pivoting connections and helped heal others within their stories. At the same time, others removed the blinders and found further healing for themselves.
*All proceeds from the book go to the Mary L. Cooper Education Scholarship
TRCE in action
This is only a glimpse of what TRCE has been up to. We hope you have been inspired by our vision and mission. Please take a moment to drop us a line.
GOLD SPONSOR for FINDING HOPE LIVE!
Empowerment Fireside Chat and Book Signing.
An afternoon of inspiration, healing, and transformative stories in a Fireside Chat with special panelist and excerpts from the chapters in the book. Empowering for all to embrace their true self and discover the hope within.
For more information go to drmichellekindred.com
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All of the proceeds from the event and sale of the book are donated to the TRCE Mary L. Cooper Memorial Scholarship.
Swagbag Sponsor for Cheryl P. Williamson ™ Women of Influence Awards Luncheon.
The 2024 WOI Awards Luncheon will honor ten women “game-changers and trailblazers.”
Honorees:
Cynt Marshall, Niecy Nash-Betts, Patricia Bailey, Effie Dennison, Kim Roxie, Tashara Parker, Hope Rush, Joya Hayes, Tia Bradley-Davis and Tanya Lombard.
2023 Women Of Influence – Scholarship Award presented by Cheryl Magazine™ – Soul Reborn and Cooper Kindred Ventures, LLC – The Red Cardinal Experience to Alena Analeigh McQuarter
#GIRLPOWER
A beautifully intelligent young woman accepted into medical school at 13—with a bachelor’s degree from Arizona State University.
For the past three months, McQuarter has researched ovarian cancer at the University of Maryland School of Medicine. She is the founder of the Brown STEM Girl Foundation.
Supporting young entrepreneurs:
Sumer Strawbree, 14-year-old Author, Speaker, and Affirmations Authority.
Creator of “The Black Girls Guide to Self-Confidence,” Best selling Black, Brown, and Beautiful & Black, Brown, Beautiful Bullied workbooks and coloring books.
Event Sponsor for Dr. Michelle Kindred’s Finding Hope, Live! and book signing event.
Book/Anthology: My Story Your Hope
The anthology features 13 authors with God-inspired stories depicting their journeys through the unimaginable, and still they stand.
A Journey to Restoration.
North Texas Giving Day (NTX). An 18-hour online giving event designed to empower every person to give back to their community by supporting local nonprofits and causes.
NTX Giving Day is the largest community-wide giving event in the nation.
Receiving Support
*JV McRae Foundation
*Soul Reborn
*Those Guys can Move
*Ivy & Pearl Foundation -Dallas
Finding Hope Live
Fireside Chat
Dr. Michelle Kindred’s Finding Hope Live! book launch was a powerful celebration of resilience and renewal, igniting hope for all in attendance. Her latest anthology, My Story, Your Hope, explores the deeply personal journeys of 13 women overcoming trauma, fear, and loss, offering readers both inspiration and the courage to embrace their own healing and transformation.
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Connect with The Red Cardinal Experience today! We’re committed to supporting the God-inspired visions and dreams of underrepresented Black entrepreneurs and visionaries.
Send us your inquiry, and join us in making a difference through faith-driven action.
