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Nashville Gamechanger: Jerome Moore

Nashville Gamechanger - Jerome Moore
Nashville Gamechanger - Jerome Moore

Honoring Gamechangers

Kicking off with a celebration of Black Philanthropy Month and running through GivingTuesday, CFMT is recognizing 21 Nashville Gamechangers—visionary leaders who have made significant contributions to the community. These individuals, ranging from nonprofit leaders to business executives, have demonstrated unparalleled creativity, courage, and commitment to enhancing the well-being of Nashville’s Black community.


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Jerome Moore, a proud Nashville, TN, native, is an explorer of social change, captivating speaker, and bestselling author published by Vanderbilt University Press. 

Jerome is the creator of the award-winning podcast series, Deep Dish Conversations, which focuses on exploring the perspectives of social change through solution-based conversations. Jerome also serves as the visionary producer and host of the popular TV Show, A Slice of the Community, airing exclusively on Nashville Public Television PBS Station. Additionally, he has recently launched an exciting new venture as the creator, co-host, and producer of The Nashville Scene Podcast.

Jerome’s passion for community building and exploration was ignited during his time as a United States Peace Corps volunteer in Paraguay. This pivotal exposure propelled him into transformative experiences across Costa Rica, China, and the Philippines, further igniting his dedication as an explorer of social change. These adventures ultimately led him to create his dream TV show, Explore Social Change, with Jerome Moore.


Describe your ideal future for Black giving and/or social finance.
“The future of Black giving and social finance is driven by a deepening commitment to self-determination, the mobilization of intergenerational wealth, and the strategic harnessing of collective resources to empower Black families, institutions, and communities.
As Black philanthropy evolves, it is increasingly focused on promoting wellness, equity, and justice, with a sharp awareness of the systemic challenges that persist. By aligning financial strategies with social justice goals, Black communities are not only investing in immediate needs but also laying the foundation for sustainable, transformative change.
This future is shaped by an unwavering resolve to build resilient, thriving communities where every individual has the opportunity to flourish.”

The greatness of a community is most accurately measured by the compassionate actions of its members.

Coretta Scott King
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