The Barber of Little Rock delves into the widening racial wealth gap in America through the inspiring story of Arlo Washington, a visionary local barber. Arlo's mission at People Trust, the nonprofit community bank he established, aims to address the effects of generational poverty and structural racism in his hometown of Little Rock, Arkansas. Despite historical exclusion from financial stability and economic mobility, Arlo's People Trust is the sole bank within a ten-mile radius, offering underserved residents a beacon of hope for economic progress. Discover how Arlo's innovative approach to a just economy could revolutionize the future of banking.
The Barber of Little Rock
Arlo Washington, a pioneering African-American barber, established a nonprofit community bank focused on offering economic opportunities unavailable from traditional banking institutions.