In Sweet Burden of Crossing, Chris (the narrator) is an educator who is concerned about educating for the success of all children. Here are resources for educators and community members who would like to ground your work in practices for a more just and equitable world. The organizations below are community leaders in shaping ideas, processes and policies that honor the cultural wealth of children whose dignity has been violated chronically and over generations due to systemic racism. The organizations listed are among the author’s favorites. Please visit their websites, get to know their work—and support them in all the ways you can.

For a November 2022 article by Annuity.org/Black Community on how BIPOC educators and financial advisors are looking at new ways to close the wealth gap, please visit Closing the Wealth Gap.

There are many scholarships for African American students that can minimize the out-of-pocket costs of college. Education Loan Finance has created a free in-depth guide with a list of some of the best scholarships for black students, along with a scholarship guide for black STEM majors at: elfi.com/scholarships-for-black-african-american-students/ and elfi.com/scholarships-for-black-and-african-american-stem-majors/

O’Mara Law Group has worked diligently on an extensive guide to help family members or friends in case a loved one is arrested. The guide includes information about steps to take if there’s an arrest, a person’s rights, and what to be aware of if you or your loved one is a minor, has mental or physical health challenges, and much more. You can access the guide at: What to Know If There's An Arrest.