Gran Coramino

Brothers Ifiok Inyang (left) and Monk Inyang (right), co-founders of 1st Street Partnerships
Jun 9, 2025

Newark brothers bringing AI access to underserved communities

Monk and Ifiok Inyang launched 1st Street Partnerships to bridge the artificial intelligence gap through training, partnerships and programs that empower communities often left out of tech innovation.

Actor-comedian Kevin Hart
Apr 22, 2025

Hart’s tequila brand to grant $500K, AI training to small businesses

Intended for entrepreneurs in under-resourced areas, the program will also offer awardees training on how to responsibly and effectively incorporate AI into operations.

Coramino Fund grantees, from left: chef Frances Roman, owner of Cocotazo in New York City; Martin Boyd, owner of Redemption Body Wellness in Philadelphia (with unidentified teammate); and Jasmine Davis, owner of Sweet Jazz Treats in Cincinnati, Ohio. - PROVIDED BY GRAN CORAMINO
Apr 26, 2024

Hart’s tequila brand has awarded $1M to small businesses

Actor-comedian Kevin Hart launched Gran Coramino with the founder of Jersey City-based Proximo Spirits. Their charitable arm is continuing to help others succeed.