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Happy Black Philanthropy Month from Black Girl Environmentalist! Here at BGE we are creating pathways for emerging climate leaders of color to thrive across environmental disciplines through the areas of: community building, green workforce development, and narrative change. If you believe in us and our mission, please feel free to: Donate: https://lnkd.in/eqHfA2Fh. Every dollar counts and goes FAR. We are uniquely positioned to support emerging climate leaders of color because we are too! Follow us: On LinkedIn, Instagram, TikTok, and other social platforms. We’ve cultivated a digital community of 52,000+ and we’d love love have you! Our socials are also the easiest way to keep up to date with what we have going on... which is a lot! We've already hosted over 40+ this year with our 10 HUB cities and fabulous HUB lead community! Bring our name into rooms: As a new organization we are doing our best to get the word out about our programming to BGEs that are looking to find their climate squad AND potential funders that value our mission and purpose. Spreading the word about us helps us get closer to those goals! Send us words of encouragement: Starting a new nonprofit is NOT easy and navigating it without generational wealth is even harder. If you've been in this position before you know that any words of encouragement are so appreciative! So if you have any advice or kind words to send us, please do!

Yolo Technologies, LLC Supports National Black Philanthropy Month Empowering Communities Through Technology and Support Yolo Technologies, LLC is proud to support National Black Philanthropy Month. We believe in the power of technology to drive positive change and uplift communities. This month, we celebrate the incredible contributions of Black philanthropists and organizations working tirelessly to create a brighter future for all. As an IT MSP, we understand the critical role technology plays in enabling nonprofits and community organizations to achieve their missions. We are committed to providing reliable, efficient, and affordable IT solutions to help these organizations maximize their impact. Our Commitment to Supporting Black-Led Organizations Pro Bono IT Services: We offer pro bono IT services to select Black-led nonprofits, providing essential support for their operations. Technology Education: We are dedicated to providing technology education and training to empower Black community members with the digital skills needed to succeed. Partnerships: We are actively seeking partnerships with Black-led organizations to collaborate on technology initiatives that address community needs. By leveraging our expertise and resources, we aim to create a more equitable and inclusive digital landscape for Black communities. Join us in celebrating the power of Black philanthropy and supporting the organizations making a difference. #BlackPhilanthropyMonth #SupportBlackCharities #TechnologyForGood #CommunityImpact #YoloTechnologies #lendahandfoundation #OAACC #PARTI #Oaklandish #DOPEERA #bayareasigmas

Black Collective Foundation MN just launched its MN LEAD program. Given the current legal and political landscape, it's more important than ever to step up and double down on racial justice, especially as funders. In the face of coordinated legal attacks, initiatives like MN LEAD are crucial to ensuring a robust racial justice ecosystem in Minnesota. Learn more about the initiative: https://lnkd.in/gNZsM5Ad

Want to see change? Black Philanthropy is an amazing way of Driving Social Change. Philanthropy targeted at Black communities often addresses the root causes of racial inequities, from education to criminal justice reform. By supporting these initiatives, we can drive significant social change that benefits all Americans. When one community thrives, it creates a ripple effect that uplifts society as a whole. Learn more at, Black Funding Denied: Where are we two years later? https://lnkd.in/dRgFFWCj

I’m extending a challenge to philanthropy, including foundations, non-profits, and community members alike, to begin to make detailed accounts of the assets found in Black communities. With as much effort, resources, and time that we dedicate to putting together list after list of the disparities that exist in Black communities, let’s create community asset maps of Black institutional assets, physical assets, people assets and other forms of capital that we possess. And let those assets be the inspiration for how we build more thriving Black communities! CONTINUE READING  “RADICAL PHILANTHROPY FOR BLACK-LED MOVEMENTS” HERE: shorturl.at/013788 ****************************************************************************** The month of March will be dedicated to S.M.A.R.T. Black Philanthropy. Follow me as we delve deeper into what asset based philanthropy is and how it can be used to invest in Black communities. ****************************************************************************** S.M.A.R.T. Black Philanthropy aims to advance a new model of philanthropy in Black communities. This model is asset based instead of deficit based. It prioritizes a collaborative approach instead of a competitive approach to philanthropy. Finally, it is rooted in Black traditions and movements. 

When it comes to the Black Funding Principles, Principle 7 emphasizes the importance of preserving the Black philanthropy practice of self-reliance and mutual support. 🙌🏽🙌🏾🙌🏿 As donors, working with a philanthropic advisor can help to harness this principle to drive sustainable, community-led change. Applying this principle means honouring and amplifying the strengths within Black communities. It’s about recognizing and leveraging community know-how and resources, while also holding society accountable for ensuring equity. 💰 The key takeaway here is that communities themselves should lead the way to change. By supporting the tradition of self-reliance and mutual support, we lay the groundwork for lasting, community-driven impact. 🚀 #CommunityDriven #BlackPhilanthropy #CollaborativePhilanthropy

'Grab a spoon' May 22 from 2-3pm ET. Listen to firsthand testimonies from these three leading experts about being Black women consulting in the nonprofit sector. Loads to learn from their experience including the good, bad, and ugly of nonprofit consulting. This session is being offered gratis!#nonprofit #fundraising #consulting #philanthropy

Such an important topic. This gift is a game changer and we absolutely need more like this if we are to make our health system more equitable. That said, it can’t be up to doctors of color or underrepresented groups to change the system. We need all hands on deck because firstly, it will take years for the numbers to increase to a point of having an impact. Secondly, all doctors need to be trained about how bias shows up in their day-to-day and how to mitigate it. Lastly, beyond training individuals we need mitigate bias in our systems and structure so we aren’t reliant on individuals.

At the Illinois Black Advocacy Initiative (IBAI), we know that together we achieve more. Across Illinois, our incredible partners and allies are working tirelessly to address the many challenges impacting Black communities. From equitable education funding to reimagining state budgets, reducing reliance on harmful systems, advocating for reparations, and advocating for justice and equity, we’re proud to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with aligned organizations that are building a brighter future for Black Illinoisans. We’re all in this together. By leveraging our collective expertise and networks and building a shared vision, we’re Building Black political power statewide, one policy, one initiative, and one connection at a time. Tomororw for Giving Tuesday, your support will amplify not just our work but the work of a robust ecosystem of Black-led systems change organizations committed to transforming Illinois into a state that uplifts all of its people. 📢 Join us in celebrating the power of community, collaboration, and collective impact. Together, we’re moving the needle toward equity, opportunity, and justice. 💡 Donate today and be part of this transformational movement: https://lnkd.in/g8unnSVW Consider extending your support this Giving Tuesday by donating not only to IBAI but also to our amazing partners, whose work is transforming lives and creating lasting change for Black communities across Illinois. Find their work here: https://lnkd.in/gtcsEMu3

*GIA READER: BLACK AUGUST** Black Philanthropy Month (BPM) is an annual global celebration held in August to promote and encourage charitable giving and philanthropic efforts within Black communities worldwide. It was founded in 2011 by Dr. Jackie Bouvier Copeland, along with the Pan-African Women's Philanthropy Network, to shine a light on the significant contributions of Black philanthropists and to address the unique challenges and opportunities related to Black giving. This article critiques the influence of neoliberalism in the arts and culture sector, arguing that it prioritizes profit over people, perpetuates systemic inequities, and marginalizes Black and Brown communities. It calls for a radical reimagining of funding models and a commitment to reparative justice to create a more inclusive and equitable arts sector. The entrenched interests and gatekeepers within the industry make it risky to speak openly about the systemic issues and inequities, therefore, this article was submitted by an anonymous collective. Read the full article here: https://bit.ly/4fHveHf