Legacy, Leadership, & Love: Why Black Philanthropy Month Matters to Me
For me, Black Philanthropy Month is more than a moment of celebration, it’s a reminder to reflect and recommit. It pushes me to show up with intention, to build authentic partnerships, to use my dollars to uplift communities and to advocate for the kind of change that lasts well beyond this month.
Purpose in Action: Black Philanthropy Month
This August, we are proud to highlight Black-led foundations that are investing in organizations, movements, and solutions to help communities thrive!
Purpose in Action: Black History Month
We are back this month to highlight clients that celebrate and honor the achievements, history, and contributions of Black communities. These clients promote racial equity, provide services and opportunities for Black individuals and families, and collectively preserve Black heritage.
Read below to learn more about organizations that are uplifting Black communities: LEAD Center for Youth, Farm Alliance of Baltimore, National Black Arts Festival, and Project South.
FEARLESS FUND: What happened & what you need to know
The lawsuit against the Fearless Fund sparked widespread attention, raising questions for nonprofit and philanthropic organizations. Central to the case is whether race-based initiatives, aimed at supporting underfunded groups and addressing systemic inequalities, serve the public interest or violate anti-discrimination laws.
Black Philanthropy Month
Every August, Black Philanthropy Month (and Black Business Month) celebrates Black-led and Black-serving organizations while also cultivating resources and pathways for growth, success, and awareness.