THE INHERITANTS PROJECT

by: La Fortuna, LLC 

In community partnership with Community Arts and Culture, inc.

Our community contributions are not dealing with symptoms but breaking cycles and building youth leadership and capacity. We are a healing and creative-centered community practice in action! We move into the future with the intention to foster the creativity and leadership of tomorrow, by investing in today’s community youth.

Founded in 2012, The Inheritants Project is a Miami-based youth initiative committed to preserving Afro-Indigenous music and dance traditions. Through dynamic, interactive stage events, we unite students, teachers, protégés, mentors, parents, and children in a vibrant celebration of culture and sharing. Our mission is to inspire individuals to embrace and steward their heritage, while providing a professional platform for participants to present their artistic talents.

101 Water Ambassadors: River Serenade 2026​

• ABQ, NM Saturday and Sunday ongoing May through August 2026

• Miami, FL, Saturday and Sunday, ongoing September through April 2026

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​Project history, 2010

Rooted in authentic grassroots organizing, The Inheritants Project has worked to unite the broader community in a collective effort to preserve the historic Little River—bird sanctuary and sacred breeding ground for manatees. Collaborating with local artists and community partners, the project amplifies a powerful message of action and resolution in response to the community’s trash crisis. The annual serenade, performed by the women of the community during this day of service, pays tribute to the river’s rich history.

The Inheritants Project further engages the community with traditional Afro-Indigenous water blessings, climate change education, water table awareness, and stewardship of land and wildlife across Florida’s waterways and the Middle Rio Grande in Southwest New Mexico. Through strong and authentic songs, we uphold ancient traditions of praise and gratitude to the water, raising awareness of open spaces and the vital importance of protecting nature, untouched.