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Michael Latt was a passionate social justice leader. He harnessed art, storytelling and advocacy to create numerous nationwide impact initiatives to bring love, hope and healing to support underrepresented communities.
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The Michael Latt Legacy Fund

The Michael Latt Legacy Fund was established to continue the work and impact of the late Michael Latt.

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Impact

The moment I realized that I could use my skill set for social good, I decided to dedicate the rest of my career to helping others, empowering storytellers of color, and fighting injustice wherever it stands.”

–Michael Latt
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“Hopes, Hoops and Dreams,” premiered at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival
This short documentary produced by Michael Latt and directed by Glenn Kaino, premiered at Sundance 2025, won Best Documentary Short at Cleveland International Film Festival.
The Michael Latt Legacy Fund was honored to be celebrated at Liberty Hill’s 42nd Annual Upton Sinclair Celebration
The Michael Latt Legacy Fund was honored to be celebrated at Liberty Hill’s 42nd Annual Upton Sinclair Celebration with the inspiring theme of “Building the Good: Democracy in Action.”
SoLa Foundation and Michael Latt Legacy Fund Kick Off ‘Art in Action’ Program to Empower Young Artists in South Los Angeles
SoLa Foundation together with the Michael Latt Legacy Fund initiates “Art in Action” to support young artists in a 12-week program to develop their story telling skills.
Announcing the 2025 Fellows for the Inaugural Sundance Institute Cultural Impact Residency on Sundance Collab
Residency Honoring the Legacy of Social Justice Leader Michael Latt Selects Eight Fellows for Virtual Program
Glenn Kaino honors Michael Latt with his latest work, “Lotus (Lead With Love)” exhibited at 2025 Frieze Los Angeles
An installation of paint, gold and ruthenium-plated model parts, meteor fragments, amber, quartz, steel, foam, appeared at 2025 Frieze Los Angeles paid homage to Lead With Love, Kaino’s long-time collaborator, Michael Latt. 
Hoops, Hopes and Dreams Premiered at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival in Park City
Premiering in the Shorts 1 Program at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival, Hoops, Hopes, and Dreams was produced by Michael Latt and directed and produced by Glenn Kaino.

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