Sankofa Now!
Remember.
Reclaim.
RISE.
About the theme
The past holds the key to our future. As we navigate growing challenges—where DEI initiatives are under attack, and Black-led movements are being sidelined—we must draw strength from those who came before us. Sankofa Now! is more than a reflection; it’s a rallying call.
We remember our philanthropic roots, built on collective care and community-driven investment. We reclaim our power to shape our future, ensuring that Black-led change is not just recognized but sustained. And we reinvest in our people, our movements, and our solutions—because the future of Black philanthropy (and all humanity) depends on what we do today.
This isn’t just a Black issue—it’s a global issue. A thriving Black community benefits everyone. The fight for equity, opportunity, and justice strengthens our collective future, creating a world where everyone can prosper. Black philanthropy has always been a catalyst for change, and in a time when progress is at risk, we need all hands on deck.
This year, we’re calling on changemakers, leaders, and organizations to join us.
The time is now. The power is ours.
BACKBLACK X BLACK PHILANTHROPY MONTH 2025
A Powerful New Chapter
In 2024, Dr. Jackie Bouvier Copeland—the visionary founder of Black Philanthropy Month—named Floyd Jones as the Global Chair, ushering in a bold new era for this global movement. As of 2025, all operations for Black Philanthropy Month have officially merged under the BackBlack umbrella, aligning two powerful forces committed to resourcing, celebrating, and amplifying Black-led change around the world.
BackBlack is a movement to direct capital, grow capacity, and build community for Black-led nonprofits. By uniting our efforts under one banner, we’re not just celebrating Black giving—we’re expanding it, strengthening it, and building the largest ecosystem for Black changemakers around the globe.
