Jean and Betty Fairfax: An African-American Family’s Experiences in Faith and Philanthropy
Posted on October 21, 2002 by Lester A. Picker
This account from 'Faith and Family Philanthropy' describes the stories of sisters Betty and Jean Fairfax. Born and raised in modest circumstances in Cleveland, the Fairfaxes were steeped in strong family and religious values. Those values shaped their attitudes toward life, shattering the stereotypical notion of African-American philanthropy… Read More