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The UPLift with Tzedek: Real Talk for Real Change
Welcome to The UPlift - Real Talk for Real Change! We're here to build authentic community relationships and help fuel social transformation in Asheville, NC, believing collective liberation is not only possible but probable as we share, listen, and learn together.
The Tzedek Social Justice Fund is a social justice philanthropy fund that redistributes money, resources, and power to support systems change and community healing in Asheville, North Carolina. Through adaptive, trust-based philanthropy, we resist oppressive systems and work to transform our collective home into a place where everyone flourishes. We fund mission-aligned work centering LGBTQ Justice, Racial Justice, and/or Dismantling Antisemitism; this means we give money to organizations and individuals invested in creating a more fair, equitable, and flourishing society.
We dream of a thriving Asheville where everyone's needs are abundantly met - where everyone is safe, respected, and celebrated. We believe that a community rooted in joy and love is possible - that is, if we can connect and build our shared vision on the value that liberation is for all.
Sound good to you? We hope so!
Let's be real. Let's go deep. Let's get liberated.
The UPLift with Tzedek: Real Talk for Real Change
Living Legacy: A Sophie Dixon Story
Can one person really make a difference? This month, we put that question to the test—and the answer is a resounding YES!
In this episode of The UPLift, Ms. Sophie Dixon shares her hard-won wisdom, reminding us that community connection is where the magic happens.
About Ms. Sophie: From serving 15 years as President of the Shiloh Community Association to co-founding WRES 100.7 FM, Ms. Sophie Dixon's work has shaped Asheville across generations, including leading the local NAACP branch and launching a Community Development Corporation. And guess what? She's still going strong!
Her tireless commitment to community evolved into a living legacy rooted in advocacy, mentorship, and systems change. Whether lifting up emerging leaders or challenging injustice, Ms. Sophie has left an indelible mark on the local landscape of collective action and community care.
Ready to discover how one person's dedication can transform an entire community? Listen in as local Ashevillians share her impact on their lives and neighborhoods. With Ms. Sophie on the mic and at the heart of this conversation, you're in for a master class in leading with heart, vision, and relentless purpose. Don't wait; jump in!
We'll see you same time, same place next month. Until then, peace.