The Kansas City Defender Hosts “Black August Grocery Buyout,” Distributes $2000 to Black Families

Two Black women and a Black baby smiling after receiving cash at the Black August Grocery Buyout at Price Chopper while holding up a KC Defender Flyer, August 13th 2024 KANSAS CITY, MO – On Tuesday, August 13th, The Kansas City Defender proudly launched our “Black August Grocery Buyout” at Price Chopper on 63rd Street, in honor of Black August—a time dedicated to commemorating Black freedom struggles, remembering Black political prisoners, and highlighting Black resistance against racial, colonial, and imperialist oppression. This event, more than only an act of Mutual Aid, was a powerful expression of our ongoing commitment to impacting the material conditions of our community while continuing the legacy of Black resistance. As we distribute $2000 to Black families, we stand in solidarity with those fighting against systemic violence both within and outside the carceral system. This time, we brought our efforts to Price Chopper, where we could directly impact Black families, single mothers, elders and more, who continue to bear the brunt of economic oppression. Young Black men smiling in joy as they help distribute cash, August 13th 2024 The day began at the Southeast Community Center, where our Mutual Aid team, joined by new volunteers, gathered...