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May 12, 2021 Women wrapped gifts in pink and decorated the chairs in colorful covers while listening to heartfelt music about family to prepare for the Pre-Mothers Day Brunch, organized by Mending Hearts at the Police Athletic League of Wilmington to honor mothers who lost their children to gun violence. “I was first overwhelmed by the beauty of the space. I felt warmth, love, and excellence,” said Chandra Pitts, CEO of One Village Alliance and a mom. A young boy gave a flower to each mother as they entered the event. Mothers who lost their children and mothers who didn’t were able to e...

Chandra Pitts Chandra Pitts, a first-generation Mexican American and Black woman, leads a global, social justice and education nonprofit named One Village Alliance in Wilmington, where she also resides. In 2009, Pitts founded the nonprofit with a mission to raise historically marginalized youth – with a focus on Black and Hispanic families – into greatness through education, entrepreneurship and the arts. FAVORITE BOOKS: “Gabe & His Green Thumb” by David Miller. “This is a great read for children to understand the importance of fresh vegetables and the power of growing food. It rem...