NewsMiami IndependentAugust 24, 2026Miami-Dade
Mellon Foundation funds video series on American Muslim history
The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation has provided funding for a video series that explores the history of Muslims and Islamic culture in the United States. The series aims to highlight the role of these communities throughout American history.
Read the full story at Miami IndependentWhy It Matters
The project represents a private philanthropic investment in educational media content focused on the historical narrative of American Muslims.
Key Facts
- The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation is the source of funding for the video series.
- The video series focuses on the history of Muslims and Islamic culture in America.
- The series presents a narrative regarding the integration of Islamic culture into American history from its early days.
Who's Mentioned
personKeith Ellison“Politician referenced regarding his 2007 swearing-in.”personSalah Hassan“Michigan State faculty and contributor.”personZareena Grewal“Yale professor and series contributor.”organizationAndrew W. Mellon Foundation“Primary funder of the documentary series.”personMalika Bilal“Journalist and series host.”personEdward E. Curtis IV“Scholar and on-screen commentator.”organizationMiami Independent“The news outlet that published the article.”personAsma Khalid“Journalist and series host.”personMaytha Alhassen“Executive producer and contributor.”organizationFilmmakers Collaborative“Organization managing the sponsored project.”personAymann Ismail“Journalist and series host.”