The Givens Foundation enriches cultural understanding through programs that advance and promote African American literature and writers. Our work is inspired by and honors the tremendous wealth and range of literature held in the Archie Givens, Sr. Collection of African American Literature at the University of Minnesota. Join us soon at some of our programs described within these web pages, and by sharing your love for literature with others!

Givens Foundation for African American Literature 7151 York Avenue South Minneapolis, MN 55435 Telephone: 952-831-2555 Facsimile: 952-831-2461 Archie Givens Jr., President Arleta Little, Executive Director

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