California Black Freedom Fund’s Post

It’s time! California, the 5th largest economy in the world, has benefited greatly from the courageous work of Black-led organizations across the entire state. This is a reality you see and experience every day, and we are so grateful for your support in ensuring this story is told to those who need to hear it: funders, legislators, our communities, and beyond. Black Equity Collective and Nonprofit Finance Fund are conducting a survey of Black-led organizations in California! From today through August 16th, your input is essential to capturing an expansive view of the wealth and well-being Black-led organizations deliver to CA. Click the link to learn more https://lnkd.in/eNujzbPE

Black leaders of organizations, check this out!

Congratulations to Heather Infantry and the Giving Gap on the release their report on the state of black-founded nonprofits today. It's outstanding, please read it! A few highlights: * "Black leaders and their organizations are forced to navigate a funding ecosystem that unfairly advantages their white counterparts and restricts their own capacity for growth. * "Black leaders and their organizations are forced to navigate a funding ecosystem that unfairly advantages their white counterparts and restricts their own capacity for growth. * Sixty percent of the survey respondents work for orgs founded by Black woman. * Over sixty percent of the respondents have additional jobs to supplement their incomes. * Black women support causes with their time, actions, and even capital, as they give 25% more of their wealth compared to white donors. These organizations do so much with so little. They are committed to their causes and communities, but continuously underfunded. And yet..."increased support was usually short-lived." Read this outstanding report here: https://lnkd.in/ej9hmMNg

Data is key. Thank you to the Giving Gap for sharing this report today. I am sharing because it is that important to communicate and comprehend! See key finding below but please download the report also because there is so much you need to know! -Despite their unwavering commitment to addressing our country's greatest social challenges, Black leaders and their organizations are forced to navigate a funding ecosystem that unfairly advantages their white counterparts and restricts their own capacity for growth. -Passion and commitment don't pay the bills Despite their dedication, many leaders need to supplement their nonprofit income with additional jobs due to financial constraints (62%). -Black nonprofits need to keep the lights on The top need identified by these organizations is financial support for general operations (97%), highlighting the importance of grants and contributions. -Money is key, but it isn't everything Success is not solely attributed to financial support. Leaders highlighted their strong skill sets, spiritual practices, and support networks as crucial factors. #BackBlack #Blacknonprofits #collectivegiving #collectivepower

Must read report from Giving Gap and Heather Infantry on the state of black-founded nonprofits today. * Black leaders reported being deeply involved in their organization's daily operations. * Black leaders have personal experience related to their nonprofit's mission, fueling their commitment toward the organization's causes. * Founder's primary motivation for their work is passion and belief in the mission, followed by lived experience. * Passion and commitment don't pay the bills, many Black leaders need to supplement their nonprofit income with additional jobs due to financial constraints. *The top need identified is financial support for general operations. These reasons and others are why our San Jose Giving Circle has focused on the BIPOC-led proximate organizations in our neighborhoods. We have funded some extraordinary black-led nonprofits (fiscally sponsored projects) which face the challenges outlined above. These organizations include Parenting with a Purpose, Muindi Foundation, and PARTI Program founded by Colette Choates, Nyla Choates, Winston Ashby, Serena M., and Tim Muindi. Today is the last day of Black History Month, but these organizations deserve recognition and support everyday of the year! https://lnkd.in/gEGzB5jM

Check out my interview with ForbesBLK on the recent settlement in the Fearless Fund case.

In “Building A Pro-Black World: Moving Beyond DE&I Work and Creating Spaces for Black People to Thrive”, dedicated nonprofit leaders deliver a timely roadmap to building pro-Black nonprofit organizations. This book is a perfect read for #BlackHistoryMonth! https://bit.ly/3SIYnXY

Learn about the Interstate Bridge Replacement Program at Oregon Association of Minority Entrepreneurs tomorrow at 7:30, and say goodbye to me as I focus on my business, NDUB BRAND, and nonprofit, The Connected Trust.

In “Building A Pro-Black World: Moving Beyond DE&I Work and Creating Spaces for Black People to Thrive”, dedicated nonprofit leaders deliver a timely roadmap to building pro-Black nonprofit organizations. This book is a perfect read for #BlackHistoryMonth! https://bit.ly/3wlPN9P