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We all move forward when we Back Black

Backing Black is good for business, society, and culture. Join us in our movement to support Black-led nonprofits.

BackBlack is a multi-platform initiative that aims to direct capital and build awareness for Black-led nonprofits.

Black-led nonprofits remain underfunded by donors compared to White-led organizations.

Of all community foundation funding, combined funding to Black communities is roughly

1%

Revenues of Black-led non-profits are smaller than their White-led counterparts by

24%

Net assets of Black-led nonprofits are smaller than their White-led counterparts by

76%

Originally conceived during the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation’s 2023 Greater Giving Summit, the Giving Platform Collaborative and the BackBlack campaign underscore the importance of collaborating with partners across philanthropy, business, and communities to advance justice and equal opportunity. This central hub is part of the first phase where donors, giving platforms, and Black-led nonprofits and organizations can connect each other with resources and funding to achieve shared goals.

This is just the beginning, as we continue to grow our community, add resources, and make this moment a movement. We can't do it without your help. Whether you're a nonprofit looking for resources, a donor looking to support, or a company looking to get involved, we need to come together. Together we can close the gap.

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FOR DONORS

Want to back?

If you are a Black-led nonprofit or a fiscally sponsored community organization in need of funding, you may be eligible to receive support from one of our funding partners this August. Apply today.

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FOR NON-PROFITS

Need backing?

Funders and Donors only contribute 1-2% of funding to Black-led nonprofits. You can change this. By directly contributing dollars, reporting data, and sharing this campaign digitally this tide can be turned. Get involved today.

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“

There can be no economic justice—King's dream cannot be realized—until there is fair access to capital.”

DR. COPELAND

Founder, The WISE Fund and Black Philanthropy Month

Join the many platforms and partners that have joined this collaborative campaign.

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