Who’s telling authentic stories about Muslim Americans?

Kashif Shaikh is the founder of the Pillars Fund, a Chicago-based philanthropic institution financed by Muslims to support Muslim organizations, research, and art. Shaikh speaks with Eboo about what inspired this ground-breaking fund, why he supports Muslim artists, and what impact Pillars has on projects in Hollywood, Arkansas, Brooklyn, and beyond. 

Guest Bio: Kashif Shaikh is co-founder and executive director of Pillars Fund, a philanthropic organization that amplifies the leadership, narratives, and talents of American Muslims. He currently serves on the board of directors of the Peabody Awards (East Coast division), Chicago Humanities Festival, Donors of Color Network, and Mortar, and has written for The New York Times, Vice, and NPR, Variety, among other outlets.

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