Summary
Robert Kraft's organization, the Foundation to Combat Antisemitism (FCAS), is hosting "unity" dinners in 14 U.S. cities to connect Black and Jewish college students and address rising antisemitism and anti-Black hate. These dinners aim to rebuild historical bonds between these communities and discuss racism and antisemitism. The events involve various partners, including Hillel International and the United Negro College Fund (UNCF).
Key Facts
- The FCAS is organizing dinners in 14 cities starting in mid-September.
- Dinners will bring together students from schools, including Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).
- The goal is to address rising antisemitism and anti-Black racism on college campuses.
- Discussions at the dinners will focus on racism, antisemitism, and misunderstandings.
- FCAS collaborates with organizations like Hillel International and UNCF.
- Hate crimes in the U.S. recently hit the second-largest total since FBI data collection began.
- FCAS was supported by a $100 million matching gift from Kraft in 2023.
