FATA FUND PRESENTS
A NIGHT OF FASHION, MUSIC AND ART
Join us at the Southampton Cultural Center for a special evening of fashion, live music and fine art on
Thursday August 13th from 5pm to 9pm.
The event will feature performances by emerging musicians, art exhibitions, and a preview of the fashion designers and brands showcased at our annual fundraising fashion festival, The Tents. The evening will be a celebration of creativity and community. Wine, Spirits and light hors d'oeuvres served. We hope to see you there!
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Maggie Lena Walker
Born in 1864, Maggie Lena Walker was a pioneering African American businesswoman and civil rights activist. She was the first Black woman to charter a bank in the United States, the St. Luke Penny Savings Bank, in 1903. Walker dedicated her life to economic empowerment for Black Americans, creating institutions that provided financial independence and community support. Her legacy continues to inspire Black entrepreneurs and advocates for economic justice.
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Meet Cool Art, Series Host & Entrepreneur
Minding Our Black-Owned Business is a culture-forward digital docu-series hosted by Cool Art that highlights the brilliance, resilience, and real impact of Black entrepreneurs across the country. Each episode weaves powerful storytelling with business insight and cultural context—celebrating not only what these founders are building, but why their work truly matters.
Reginald F. Lewis: Pioneer
This documentary "Pioneers: Reginald F. Lewis and the Making of a Billion Dollar Empire" chronicles the life and legacy of business pioneer, philanthropist and titan Reginald F. Lewis. A Harvard Law School graduate, Lewis rose to prominence as a lawyer, financier, and leader of the global food company TLC Beatrice International. Lewis was the first African American ever to close an overseas billion dollar leveraged buyout deal. Lewis paved the way for future entrepreneurs and black leaders through his life's work until his untimely death. Tonight Loida Nicolas Lewis, wife of Reginald F. Lewis and chair of Reginald F. Lewis Foundation, joins us to shed light on his rich legacy.
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Nehemiah Turner 11, is the first child to read 100 hours to shelter animals.
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Mark Your Calendars
The Tents 2026 is coming in September!
Style, arts, culture, and unforgettable moments await.
A gathering of artists, designers, performers, and taste makers—bringing fashion, culture, and community together for a cause. Step into a Hampton weekend of runway presentations, live performances, and creative expression by the water at Agawam Park. The Tents, FATA Fund’s signature celebration of art, fashion, and culture. Tickets on sale July 15th.
We’re inviting Sponsors, Vendors, Designers, Models, and Artists to collaborate with us. Partner with a movement where fashion and art unite and be part of something extraordinary!
Intimate Interviews
Thank you for joining us.
Your presence helped make this gathering a truly meaningful and memorable experience.
A special THANK YOU to Olivia Taylor & Keyera Newsome, the interview was well constructed and insightful.
To our performers: The Red Zone, Abdoulaye Toure & Company, Assemblywoman Nikki Lucas, and Onida Mayers, whose voices and talents brought depth and inspiration to the experience, your willingness to share and engage made the evening unforgettable.
To our guests, your energy, presence, and participation are what make events like this thrive. We hope you left feeling inspired, connected, and uplifted.
We look forward to welcoming you again soon.
With appreciation,
FATA Fund, Inc.
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Next up... Brandon Leake
"We ALL are created ON PURPOSE and WITH PURPOSE, so we should LIVE IN PURPOSE."
Brandon Leake is a Spoken Word Poet, Artistic Educator, Motivational Speaker, and Founder of Called To Move - CTM.
Called To Move - CTM is an artistry collective made for the sake of influencing people
to embrace their creative side through arts and dream building.
He gained widespread recognition as the winner of the fifteenth season of America's Got Talent in 2020, making history as the first spoken word artist to win the competition. Leake is known for his powerful performances that often draw from personal experiences, and he has also been involved in various educational initiatives to inspire young people through poetry.
Brandon Leake - "Solace"
Brandon Leake - "Tick"
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July honored Disability Pride & Minority Mental Health
Jadon Lau's poem about the Disability Pride Flag
Jadon Lau's poem about the Disability Pride Flag
explores the symbolism behind each color
and what they represent for the community:
• Black background: Our endured suffering
• Blue: Mental, emotional, and invisible disabilities
• White: Hidden and unknown disabilities
• Gold: Neurodiversity and unique perspectives
• Red: Physical and visible disabilities
• Green: Sensory differences
“Disability is not something an individual overcomes.
I'm still disabled. I'm still Deafblind. People with disabilities
are successful when we develop alternative techniques
and our communities choose inclusion.”
― Haben Girma, Haben: The Deafblind Woman Who Conquered Harvard Law
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Your support enables us to meet our goals and maintain our high-quality standards. Thank you in advance for your generous donation, which helps us grw and showcase new literary art.
Online Poetry Resources
Are you an Artist, Author or Poet?
Are you an Artist, Author or Poet?
www.poetryfoundation.org one of the best resources online for anyone interested in poetry. The site hosts an extensive, searchable collection of poems from many eras and styles.
Are you an Artist, Author or Poet?
Are you an Artist, Author or Poet?
Are you an Artist, Author or Poet?
Let us know what you're up to so that we can shine
the spotlight on you! We love to feature your work and share with our visitors.
SUPPORT THE STORIES THAT SHAPE OUR FUTURE
Various opportunities exist to engage with Pen to Passion including volunteering and contributing financially. By becoming part of our community, you can assist in creating positive change in individuals' lives via the transformative power of the arts.