Leading
with Love

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.

The Michael Latt Legacy Fund

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

Tribute Video by Max Joseph and Tanya Selvaratnam

Our
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

News

Andscape, the Black-led media platform owned by The Walt Disney Company, has acquired “Hoops, Hopes & Dreams,” a short documentary that premiered at Sundance Film Festival. It also received the best documentary short award at the 2025 Cleveland International Film Festival.
Sundance Institute director Michelle Satter announced on social media the fund will continue her late son's work "using art to foster love, hope and healing by leveraging storytelling for enduring social impact."
This 12-week internship program for ages 16-22, highlights the intersection of art and activism. Through immersive workshops, guest speakers, and curated events, students explored how creative expression can drive change while developing ideas for community-focused art projects.
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 with the inspiring theme of “Building the Good: Democracy in Action.”
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.

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