hobson hands foundation
This initiative was born from a powerful collaboration between the U.S. Department of State’s Gandhi-King Scholarly Exchange (inspired by the legacy of Congressman John Lewis) and faculty from the University of Alabama’s College of Education.
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We are committed to preserving and exploring Black history and curricula, with the goal of empowering communities through education, historical engagement, and collective action. By offering dynamic programs, research-driven projects, and community-centered events, we aim to provide the intellectual tools necessary for mobilization and meaningful change.
Our mission is to foster an empowering space where opportunity, learning, and community thrive.
Welcome
A Big Thank You to Our Supporters
We want to take a moment to express our heartfelt thanks to everyone who has already contributed to our mission. Whether you’ve donated your time, resources, or expertise, your support is making a tangible impact. You are the heart of this movement, and we couldn’t do it without you.
Get Involved—Together, We Can Make a Difference
But the work doesn’t stop here. There’s always more to be done, and we invite you to be a part of the change. Whether you’re volunteering, supporting Black-owned businesses, or sharing important resources and information, every step counts. Your involvement—big or small—helps create lasting change.
We believe that when we work together, we can build a stronger, most equitable future. So, thank you to everyone who has already helped—and to those ready to join the journey, we’re excited to have you with us. Let’s continue making a difference together.
What we do
a space primarily to foster conversations about the Black experience and the nuances within it.
An educational hub
Infested with Black art and photos of the families that make Hobson City– this is also a space of heritage and culture.
A cultural hub
Come join us
"In a racist society, it is not enough to be non-racist, we must be anti-racist."
Anglea Davis
Residents of Anniston, Oxford, greater Alabama, and all around the world are all encouraged and welcomed here. You don’t have to be a part of the community organization to participate in organization events.
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This is a community organization.
We are dedicated to serving the community in any way possible, taking on requests that we can fulfill effectively and feasibly. That said, our Patreon members get discounts in the space and exclusive information and content.
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We offer free, $1, $3, $5, and $10 membership options.