Join the Community Foundation, SisterFund and Ujima Legacy Fund for a special celebration of Black Philanthropy Month 2019. Enjoy light food and beverage as you learn more about the history of black giving locally and around the world. A panel of Black philanthropists will share stories about unique paths to leadership in developing and implementing their respective family’s philanthropy.

RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/celebration-of-black-philanthropy-2019-tickets-66934257165

The Withers Collection is delighted to team with ASALH and the Afro American Genealogical Society to recall the 400 Years of trials and to celebrate the triumphs of African Americans in the U.S. on August 27, 2019 at Talk About It Tuesday.

Panelists include: Dr. Andre Johnson, Professor of Rhetoric at the University of Memphis; Ms. Teresa Mays, President of the Afro American Genealogical Society; and Mr. John Ashworth, Executive Director of the Memphis Lynching Sites Project (LSP).

More information and to RSVP: https://www.thewitherscollection.com/events/talk-about-it-tuesday-400-years-of-resilience

This year, the Brooklyn Community Foundation is making a concerted effort to engage emerging Black philanthropists, and they’re kicking off this effort in alignment with Black Philanthropy Month’s August 2019 theme “Let’s Make History” with an event on August 27th.

The Foundation will host an intimate panel discussion with some of their nonprofit grantees alongside local activists and community members to discuss the current state of Black affairs in Brooklyn. Together, they will identify issue areas that feel most critical to the Black community at this moment in time. Through this dialogue, the goal will be to position the Foundation as a resource and thought partner in manifesting change.

LOCATION: BARATARIA GALLERY, 880 Atlantic AveNUE, Brooklyn, NY 11238

This is a private event. RSVP with Damaris at DDias@BCFNY.org. https://www.brooklyncommunityfoundation.org.

In observance of Black Philanthropy Month, Philanthropy Unbound will bring together leaders and doers to reimagine philanthropy and make history in supporting and uplifting Black communities. The theme: “How Philanthropy Can Impact Black Communities in Unexpected Ways.” The guest speaker is Nicholas Turner, President and Director, Vera Institute of Justice.

LOCATION: Teach for America, 25 Broadway, New York, NY

RSVP: https://philanthropyunbound-blackphilanthropymonth.eventbrite.com/

This year, Women Engaged (W.E.) invites Columbia to celebrate the Black family and the many ways African Americans continually make history through the building of strong families, creative solutions, and resilient communities.

Join them on Sunday afternoon at the home of Modjeska Monteith Simkins, the "Matriarch of the Civil Rights Movement" in S.C. They’ll have interactive activities for all ages throughout the home.

RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/family-reunion-an-interactive-black-philanthropy-month-experience-tickets-69233580503

Building Black Political Power through Black Giving will be an engaging, high-energy community conversation focused on building and strengthening the leadership of black led organizations/movements centered around building black political power. We’re convening national experts and local organizations to highlight the importance and significance of the black vote/political leadership. The panelists will explore movement building, infrastructure development, approaches to resourcing social change and bring into focus the high stakes.

5:00-6:00 – Networking | 6:00-7:30 – Panel Discussion

Speakers & Guests: Stephanie James & Quentin James (Collective Pac), Daniel Sydnor (NAACP), Erica Anthony (Cleveland Votes & NPI), and Brother Jeff Johnson.

RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/building-black-political-power-through-black-giving-tickets-68032734741

The Community Foundation of Greater Chattanooga, Sankofa Fund for Civic Engagement, and the Association of Fundraising Professionals invite you to an evening with Valaida Fullwood.

Fullwood, the award winning author of "Giving Black" is joining us to commemorate Black Philanthropy Month 2019 with an intimate reception, talk, and panel discussion about the history and importance of African American philanthropy. The evening will feature local African American philanthropists and causes.

RSVP: https://z-m-www.facebook.com/events/370420723639854/

Philanthropist Reginald Van Lee, an Arts Advocate and retired Booz Allen Hamilton Executive Vice President, will be the guest speaker at the Thelma D. Jones Breast Cancer Fund Support Group Meeting in celebration of Black Philanthropy Month on Wednesday, August 21, at 6 pm at St. Augustine’s Episcopal Church, 555 Water Street, SW, Washington, DC 20024.

A MIT and Harvard graduate, he will talk about his connections to breast cancer and cancer in general, as well as the broader insight he has garnered about the disease in his personal, professional, and philanthropic circles. Also, Tracey Webb, Founder, Black Benefactors, TDJBCF Board Member and one of the leading architects behind Black Philanthropy Month will co-sponsor the celebration and provide greetings. It is the third consecutive year that Black Benefactors has co-sponsored the TDJBCF Black Philanthropy Month Celebration. Inspirational music will be provided by Regina Blye aka “The Hostess with the Mostess.” Please RSVP by midnight Monday, August 19b at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/thelma-d-jones-breast-cancer-fund-support-group-august-2019-tickets-68643184613. For questions regarding the celebration, please email thelma@tdjbreastcancerfund.org or call (202) 251-1639.

Hosted by AACF Founding Members Jeanne Brayboy, Dr. John Crawford, Harvey B. Gantt and Mayor Vi Lyles.

Keynote speaker Congresswoman Alma S. Adams, Ph.D. will discuss the importance of African American philanthropic giving.

Location: Foundation For The Carolinas, 220 N. Tryon Street, Charlotte NC 28202

Attendance is complimentary.

RSVP by August 12.

Women Engaged will honor the past while promoting new forms of self and communal connectedness through the practice of Kemetic (ancient Egyptian) yoga.

Kemetic Yoga was developed by studying, translating, and interpreting the hieroglyphic texts of Kemet (ancient Egypt) and the images of Yogic postures that are pictured on the walls of the Kemetic temples. Benefits of Kemetic Yoga improved oxygen supply to vital body systems and decreased stress levels.

Instructor Wendellyn Ladapo of Blue Oasis Yoga will guide participants of all abilities through a peaceful and fun experience. Let's Make History by practicing self-renewal while connecting with others for the common good. #GiveBack #HeartBodySoul #ColumbiaSC

Visit www.wegivesc.org for additional details.

Join George Suttles and Cynthia Reddrick as they host an evening of conversation to help celebrate Black Philanthropy Month.

George Suttles, Director of Research, Commonfund Institute, will moderate a dynamic panel of leaders representing an array of organizations and sub-sectors, from nonprofit management to philanthropy, to offer their unique perspectives and discuss the challenges facing Black nonprofit leaders and the opportunities to support each other in their work to advance Black communities. Join them and their colleagues as they engage in these questions and others, in search of actionable steps.

Panelists include:

Kemi Ilesanmi, Executive Director, Laundromat Project

Melissa Madzel, Managing Director, Koya Leadership Partners

David McGoy, Development Director, Bottom Line

Tia Hodges, Senior Program Officer, Citi Foundation

Lakimja Mattocks, Associate Director of Strategic Partnerships and Learning, Support Center

Roman Jackson, Program Officer, J.P. Morgan Private Bank

RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/black-philanthropy-month-celebration-tickets-67934210051

The Black Alumni Summit presents a webinar on giving circles at Black alumni associations and groups for Black Philanthropy Month.

The featured speaker is Joy Webb of the Circle of Joy giving circle in Atlanta, GA. Joy is a graduate of Florida A & M University with a BS in Graphic Design and she received her MBA from University of Phoenix. Most of her professional career has been spent marketing for fortune 500 companies. The blending of her creative education and her corporate experience allows Joy to establish synergy by connecting the common dots.

For more information and to register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/black-alumni-summit-webinar-giving-circles-at-our-black-alumni-associations-and-groups-tickets-64173478602

Positively Influencing The Community with Heart (P.I.T.C.H.) Inc. will host their second annual bookbag giveaway to distribute 100 school supply filled bookbags. No RSVP is required. Attendees should show up at: Converspace (in Sandhills), 136 Forum Drive Columbia, SC 29229. For more information, contact pitchinc.803@gmail.com.

In celebration of Black Philanthropy Month, join the Hampton Roads Community Foundation for a VIP reception and conversation on Black philanthropy.

RSVP by August 9: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/a-celebration-of-black-philanthropy-tickets-65041766675

The Black Alumni Summit presents a webinar on Fundraising for Annual Fund, Major Gifts, and Endowed Funds for Black Philanthropy Month.

Tycely Williams, CFRE has inspired individuals and institutions to invest more than $85 million dollars in charitable causes. Currently, she serves as vice president of development for YWCA USA. Over the past 20 years, Tycely advanced philanthropy at the American Red Cross, YMCA of Metropolitan Washington and four human services organizations. Tycely first joined the Black Alumni Summit for their 2019 Conference in Atlanta, GA, and she will reconnect with them for this informative webinar on three major ways to raise funds.

Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/black-alumni-summit-webinar-philanthropy-fundraising-tickets-64172292053

Join POISE Foundation as they host an evening of conversation and celebration in honor of Black Philanthropy Month.

RSVP here.

Learn more about Black Philanthropy Month (BPM) on a webinar hosted by Donor Search. Guests will be Jackie Copeland Carson, BPM founder and Valaida Fullwood, BPM co-architect.

Register: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/8276787475867968003

A giving circle based in Chattanooga, TN, will host Ebonie Johnson Cooper, founder of Young, Black and Giving Back Institute in observance of Black Philanthropy Month. Cost $10. To RSVP, visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/black-philanthropy-month-featuring-ebonie-johnson-cooper-tickets-47556722437

CONNECTICUT: In observance of Black Philanthropy Month (BPM) in August, The Prosperity Foundation (TPF) will officially launch its first-of-its-kind annual #GIVEBLACKCT monetary campaign on Wednesday, August 29. Commencing at 12:00 a.m. to 11:59 p.m. on the 29th, TPF will host its official online, and social media “Give Back by Investing in Our Community Day.” 

The giving campaign, in-lock-step with the annual August designation of BPM, is a “wake-up” call for the philanthropically minded of the African Diaspora and beyond. It is also a “call to action” to demonstrate fidelity and love towards uplifting the Black Community with a direct financial investment towards social, emotional, educational, and economic progress. 

The Prosperity Foundation (TPF) is an independent community foundation designed to address critical areas of health, education and economic development in Connecticut’s Black communities. TPF has the features of a community foundation, including donor-advised funds, educational events, giving circles, and other forms of philanthropy. The 24-hour campaign will support TPF programs and initiatives to cast a wider net to reach more communities, resulting in more opportunities for real change in Black Communities. www.tpfct.org 

Check donations are written to The Prosperity Foundation or TPF. They may be mailed to: The Prosperity Foundation, 1287 Chapel St. New Haven, CT 06511. Online donations are welcomed at www.tpfct.org. For more information, contact Orsella Renea Hughes, Consultant at 203-909-1315 or email, orsella@tpfct.org.

SAN JOSE, CA - The African American Community Service Agency Black Dialogue Series presents "For the Culture, For the Future" in observance of Black Philanthropy Month.  The private event will connect Black non-profits and community groups with funders for economic empowerment. Partners include Sobrato Family Foundation, The Health Trust, Leo M. Shortino Family Foundation, Silicon Valley Community Foundation and Wells Fargo Foundation.

For more information, contact info@sjaacsa.org or call 408-292-3157.

Creating Our Own Legacy (COOL) Kids is a non-profit organization committed to cultivating the next generation to become socially conscious leaders. Through volunteerism, community collaboration, and leadership development, COOL Kids offers a continuum of service-oriented leadership opportunities for children and young adults. 

The organization is hosting a fundraiser and back to school supply drive to benefit Harlem District 3 public school students.

Location: Kingston, 218 West 116th Street NYC. For more information and to RSVP, visit www.coolkidsny.org

The Young, Black and Giving Back Institute will host the first-ever Giving Black Day on August 28, 2018, an initiative to promote financial support for Black-led and Black-benefiting organizations.  For more information and to sign up your organization, visit https://givingblackday.org/

COLUMBIA, SC:  Join Women Engaged (W.E.) giving circle for the South Carolina debut of the film "She Did That," a documentary that explores the pursuits of Black women and their journeys in entrepreneurship. Following the screening will be a panel discussion featuring:

• Renae Bluitt, "She Did That." Executive Producer - Creator of the In Her Shoes blog

• Jessica E. Boyd, Panelist - Brand Strategist; Founder & Creative Director at The Gild Agency

• Shennice Cleckley, Panelist - Owner of My Dessert Bar

• Anita Garrett, Panelist - Founder of W.E. (Women Engaged), An African-American Women's Giving Circle

• Rozalynn & Gabby Goodwin, Panelists - Inventors of GaBBY Bows

RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/women-engaged-presents-she-did-that-film-screening-panel-discussion-tickets-49096103768

CHARLOTTE, NC: In observance of BLACK PHILANTHROPY MONTH, New Generation of African American Philanthropists (NGAAP Charlotte) is hosting a social gathering and conversation on Monday, August 20 at the Gantt Center.

Invited are Black program officers, foundation staff and philanthropy professionals from the region to engage in dialogue about relevant issues as well as their career paths, preparation and experiences in the field of Philanthropy. Come connect with fellow changemakers to learn, lead and give back, together. Light hors d'oeuvres, plus wine and beer will be served.

RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/for-the-culture-for-the-futurecharlotte-celebrates-black-philanthropy-month-tickets-48777641238