Grants were awarded to help further the community-driven causes of these 22 change leaders, introduced earlier this year. Award-winning actress, singer & entertainer, Keke Palmer, took part in the surprise announcement as the Future 22 spokesperson.

The African American community is being hit hard by the coronavirus pandemic with a disproportionate number of deaths occurring in communities of color. GRAMMY® nominated gospel recording artist Troy Sneed, 52, has succumbed to complications from COVID-19.