Nina Simone
A young participant embodies Nina Simone, celebrates Black pride through To Be Young, Gifted and Black, and practices using her voice and setting clear boundaries in the face of disrespect.
Preserving Our Legacy, Inspiring Our Future, Enlightening Our Community
🏆 Founded by a 2026 Tapestry of Black Voices Award Winner
Honoring the strength, spirit, and sacrifices of impactful historical figures and ancestors
Our Mission
We R Here Corp. is dedicated to inspiring and empowering the community by inculcating pride and awareness of the strength, spirit, and sacrifices of impactful historical figures and ancestors. Our mission is to educate, uplift, and transform individuals into productive members of society through constant awareness of our ancestral legacy.
We aim to honor and preserve this legacy by offering educational experiences and presentations, specifically focused on cemetery-based skits, presentations, and written acknowledgments. These activities will take place in a ritualistic format, ensuring that the stories and contributions of impactful historical figures and ancestors are recognized and celebrated as a living part of our community's consciousness like living stones, forever here.
Our Programs
Educational Experiences
Interactive learning opportunities that bring ancestral heritage and the stories of impactful historical figures to life through engaging presentations and immersive experiences.
Cemetery Presentations
Powerful historical performances on sacred grounds, connecting communities directly with the stories of forgotten leaders, pioneers, and impactful ancestors.
Community Outreach
Programs designed to transform individuals into productive community members through ancestral awareness and cultural heritage pride.
Written Acknowledgments
Documenting and sharing the contributions of impactful historical figures and ancestors to ensure their legacies are preserved for future generations.
Watch our founder be announced as a 2026 Tapestry of Black Voices Award winner at a Juneteenth celebration, hosted by a youth - June 19th, 2026
Signature Program 3:09
The Living Stones and Ancestry Program
See how young people build confidence and belonging by embodying historical figures, learning their stories, and drawing on ancestral strength to meet present-day challenges with courage.
Stories brought to life
Our Legacy in Action
Young people step into history through research, performance, and conversation—building the confidence to know who they are and speak with courage.
Paul Robeson
A student challenges the label “troublemaker” while tracing Robeson’s path from Rutgers scholar-athlete to lawyer, actor, global artist, and courageous advocate.
Muhammad Ali
A spirited portrayal explores Ali’s chosen name, championship career, Muslim faith, refusal of military service, global influence, and unmistakable self-belief.
Madam C. J. Walker
Through an interview and salon scene, a young actor traces Walker’s journey from Sarah Breedlove to entrepreneur and philanthropist—meeting racism and sexism with perseverance while creating opportunities for Black women.
Thank You, We R Here Corp
Students, parents, and organizers reflect on a day of reenactments in South Carolina, the meaning of gathering on sacred ground, and the confidence, identity, and belonging the program builds.
About We R Here Corp
Inculcate the Values of Impactful Historical Figures and Ancestors
As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, We R Here Corp stands as a beacon of historical preservation and community empowerment. We believe that understanding our past is essential to building a stronger future, having youth and young adults involved promotes interactive learning.
Our approach is unique - participants don't just tell stories, they bring them to life through ritualistic presentations that honor the memory of impactful ancestors and historical figures who came before us. Every program we offer is designed to instill pride, awareness, and a deep connection to our rich cultural heritage.
501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization
Donations are welcomed
Community Recognition
Celebrating the 2026 Tapestry of Black Voices Awards
We R Here Corp is proud to celebrate our founder's recognition among the 2026 Tapestry of Black Voices honorees.
This award honors the work of preserving history, amplifying heritage, and uplifting community voices through education, remembrance, and cultural service.
The recognition reflects our mission to keep ancestral legacy present, useful, and inspiring for young people, families, and the wider community.
- Recognition
- 2026 Award Winner
- Mission Focus
- History, heritage, and community education
Get Involved
Contact Us - Serving the Community
Ready to learn more about our programs or get involved? The team is here to connect with community members, organizations, and supporters who share our vision of preserving our ancestral legacy and honoring impactful historical figures.
Support Our Mission
Help Us Preserve History
Your donation directly supports our educational programs, cemetery presentations, and community outreach efforts. As a 501(c)(3) organization. Donations may be deductible for federal income tax purposes.
Donations may be tax-deductible for federal income tax purposes. We R Here Corp is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
Financial and other information about the purpose, programs and activities of We R Here Corp. can be obtained by contacting The Charities of the New York State Attorney General online at http://www.charitiesnys.com/, by mail at New York State Attorney General Charities Bureau, 28 liberty Street, New York, NY 10005, or by telephone (212) 416-8401.