Julius Rosenwald

Julius Rosenwald was an American businessman and philanthropist who, in the early 20th century, used his wealth to improve education and opportunity for African Americans and underserved communities. As a leader at Sears, Roebuck & Co., he championed social causes beyond business profits. He partnered with African American leaders to build thousands of rural schools called Rosenwald Schools, which provided quality education in the segregated South. Rosenwald’s work helped advance equitable education and social progress, leaving a lasting impact on communities and development efforts for marginalized populations.