Leave it to a self-made female millionaire and entrepreneur to show us what her style of generosity might look like. The mother of someone who shaped the Harlem Renaissance, Walker and those influenced by her changed how beauty shops and professional stylists could advance their own lives and entire communities through the science and art of beauty curriculum. Written by a professor of philanthropic studies, we learn more about Walker’s resolve for the elevation of other black women entrepreneurs, influencing others to do the same.