The John and Lillian Miles Lewis Foundation welcomed over 400 leaders, advocates, elected officials, philanthropists, and supporters to the historic Mellon Auditorium in Washington, D.C. for the 2026 Good Trouble Gala.
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The Hon. James Clyburn and First Lady Dawn Moore will be honored at the JLMLF Good Trouble Gala in Washington, DC on June 2,
Mr. Turner transformed journalism, entertainment, and global philanthropy through bold leadership and an unwavering belief in the power of information and humanity.
The interview covered Congressman Lewis’ legacy, the work of the foundation and the John Lewis Legacy Trail.
Today, the Supreme Court of the United States dealt a devastating blow to American democracy. In a 6–3 ruling, the Court’s conservative majority…
The John and Lillian Miles Lewis Foundation mourns the passing of Congressman David Scott, a devoted public servant whose life was defined by an unwavering commitment to justice, equity, and the people of Georgia.
Students from Cedar Grove High School, Drew Charter School, Druid Hills High School, and John Lewis Invictus Academy participated in the multi-city trip designed to broaden their understanding of the ongoing fight for civil rights and importance of protecting voting rights.
“War is bloody, it is vicious, it is evil, and it is messy. War destroys the dreams, the hopes, and aspirations of people…War does not end strife—it sows it…”
The John and Lillian Miles Lewis Foundation is saddened to share the passing of Freddie Lee Lewis, the younger brother of Congressman John Lewis.
We join the nation in mourning the passing of the Reverend Jesse L. Jackson, Sr., a steadfast champion for civil rights, human dignity, and justice.
As a nation, if we care for the Beloved Community, we must move our feet, our hands, our hearts, our resources to build and not tear down, to reconcile and not to divide, to love and not to hate.