{"id":107409,"date":"2025-08-08T10:53:27","date_gmt":"2025-08-08T17:53:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog?p=107409"},"modified":"2025-08-27T07:13:46","modified_gmt":"2025-08-27T14:13:46","slug":"black-nonprofit-organizations","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/black-nonprofit-organizations","title":{"rendered":"16 Black Nonprofit Organizations Making a Difference"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Whether they\u2019re supporting racial justice, Black women\u2019s health and empowerment, the arts, education, or something else, Black-led organizations change lives \u2013 and make history.<\/p>\n<p>Yet Black nonprofits face significant challenges, with <a href=\"https:\/\/philanthropynewsdigest.org\/news\/most-black-led-nonprofits-operate-on-less-than-500-000-study-finds\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">86.5%<\/a> of Black-led organizations reporting always or often struggling to access adequate funding sources.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for organizations to support this Black Philanthropy Month or Black History Month, or simply looking for inspiration, these 16 organizations are making a real impact.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><a id=\"post-107409-_88k1z7z9ih2d\"><\/a>16 Black-Led Nonprofits to Know About and Support<\/h2>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><a id=\"post-107409-_cyl1qvjkipvt\"><\/a>1. Black Girls Code (BGC)<\/h3>\n<blockquote><p><strong>Mission:<\/strong> To ensure that Black girls believe they belong in tech and launch them with the skills, opportunities, and resources to lead.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wearebgc.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Black Girls Code<\/a> is working to build the next generation of technologists and shape a more inclusive \u2013 and more powerful \u2013 tech landscape.<\/p>\n<p>Through workshops, summer camps, an interactive YouTube series, and tons of member perks, BGC innovates to connect more Black girls with the resources they need to build successful careers in tech.<\/p>\n<p>To date, BGC has reached over 40,000 learners through live and online workshops, and over 8 million global learners through digital content.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/blackgirlscode\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Donate<\/a> to support their mission through their Donorbox donation page.<\/p>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-107416 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/black-girls-code-donation-page.png\" alt=\"Screenshot of the Black Girls Code Donorbox donation page. \" width=\"937\" height=\"1017\" srcset=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/black-girls-code-donation-page.png 1009w, https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/black-girls-code-donation-page-276x300.png 276w, https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/black-girls-code-donation-page-943x1024.png 943w, https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/black-girls-code-donation-page-768x834.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 937px) 100vw, 937px\" \/><\/h3>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>2. National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP)<\/h3>\n<blockquote><p><strong>Mission:<\/strong> To dismantle racism and disrupt inequality to create a society where all people can truly be free.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>As the largest Black-run nonprofit organization in the U.S. with over <a href=\"https:\/\/naacp.org\/about\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">2 million activists<\/a>, the <a href=\"https:\/\/naacp.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">NAACP<\/a> works to build Black political, economic, and social advancement and to end racial injustice.<\/p>\n<p>Their work consists of youth programs, policy and legislation, programming to increase diversity in entertainment, and more.<\/p>\n<p>Learn more about this historic organization and <a href=\"https:\/\/naacp.org\/donate\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">donate<\/a> today.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>3. <a id=\"post-107409-_vab14bpzpwsl\"><\/a>Black Outside, Inc.<\/h3>\n<blockquote><p><strong>Mission: <\/strong>To reconnect Black, African American youth with the outdoors.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>This organization strives to connect Black youth with outdoor experiences through relevant and interesting programming, committed volunteers, and a deep sense of history.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.blackoutside.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Black Outside, Inc<\/a>. offers two key programs:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Brothers with the Land, an outdoor leadership development program for Black boys.<\/li>\n<li>Camp Founder Girls, America\u2019s first historically Black summer camp for Girls.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Together, these programs uplift the next generation of Black leaders and instill a deep sense of connection with the outdoors.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/donate-to-black-outside\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Donate<\/a> to support these programs.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-107421 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/black-outside-donation-page.png\" alt=\"Screenshot of the Donorbox donation page for Camp Founder Girls, part of Black Outside. \" width=\"957\" height=\"685\" srcset=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/black-outside-donation-page.png 957w, https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/black-outside-donation-page-300x215.png 300w, https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/black-outside-donation-page-768x550.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 957px) 100vw, 957px\" \/><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>4. National Black Women\u2019s Justice Institute<\/h3>\n<blockquote><p><strong>Mission: <\/strong>To lead research, capacity-building, and public education to advance healing-centered policies and practices that dismantle pathways to criminalization and confinement and increase opportunities and safety for Black women and girls who are directly impacted by the criminal and juvenile legal systems.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>In 2022, the incarceration rate for Black women was <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sentencingproject.org\/fact-sheet\/incarcerated-women-and-girls\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">1.6 times<\/a> the rate of incarceration of white women. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nbwji.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">National Black Women\u2019s Justice Institute<\/a> is working to change this \u2013 and has been for the last 10 years.<\/p>\n<p>Their work centers on three initiatives:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Research and evaluation<\/li>\n<li>Training and assistance<\/li>\n<li>Policy<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For resources on criminalization risks, gender-based violence, mental health, and more, check out <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nbwji.org\/blog\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">their blog<\/a>. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nbwji.org\/donate\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Donate<\/a> to support their important work.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>5. Black Male Voter Project<\/h3>\n<blockquote><p><strong> Mission:<\/strong> To increase the number of Black men who are super voters.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>Founded by W. Mondale Robinson, the <a href=\"https:\/\/blackmalevoterproject.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Black Male Voter Project<\/a> recognized the shortcomings in the current methods being employed to reach Black men. Where traditional campaigning comes up short, this organization strives to fill in the gap and engages with voters directly in 17 priority states in the U.S.<\/p>\n<p>Their methods include digital targeting, phone banking, peer-to-peer texting, relational organizing, and their signature ambassador program.<\/p>\n<p>Learn more and <a href=\"https:\/\/secure.actblue.com\/donate\/blackmalevoterproject\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">donate<\/a> to support this important work.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-107411\" src=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/black-male-voter-project.png\" alt=\"Screenshot of the homepage for the Black Male Voters Project. \" width=\"1999\" height=\"1091\" srcset=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/black-male-voter-project.png 1999w, https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/black-male-voter-project-300x164.png 300w, https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/black-male-voter-project-1024x559.png 1024w, https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/black-male-voter-project-768x419.png 768w, https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/black-male-voter-project-1536x838.png 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1999px) 100vw, 1999px\" \/><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><a id=\"post-107409-_sfzgi2q1s918\"><\/a>6. Black Legal Action Centre<\/h3>\n<blockquote><p><strong>Mission<\/strong>: To combat and eradicate individual and systemic anti-Black racism in Ontario through education, advocacy, and litigation.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>Established in 2017, this Ontario-based, Black charity works toward a society where anti-Black racism is addressed and the legal system is just and fair. Their current strategic plan, running until 2027, focuses on the following areas:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Decarceration:<\/strong> Reducing the number of Black people held in custody.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Full participation:<\/strong> Fighting the effects of racism on employment, income, education, housing, and healthcare.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Poverty relief: <\/strong>Lifting Black people out of poverty and improving the lives of those living with low or no income.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.blacklegalactioncentre.ca\/about-blac\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Learn more<\/a>.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>7. Institute of Black Imagination<\/h3>\n<blockquote><p><b>Mission<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To revolutionize the narrative of Black creativity and intellect. Through innovative storytelling, media, technology, and educational programs, we empower individuals and communities to imagine and create a more inclusive and inspired future.<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Founded by Dario Calmese, the Institute of Black Imagination curates digital archives, public programming, and a popular podcast to highlight the contributions of Black artists, designers, and thinkers.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Institute is currently operating as a fiscally sponsored project in a two-year pilot phase. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some of their key initiatives include IBI Digital, a mobile-first archive experience, and the IBI Fellowship, which supports emerging Black creatives.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The incredibly interactive site is a living archive \u2013 part library, part exhibition \u2013\u00a0 so be sure to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/welcome.blackimagination.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">check it out<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Donate to support the Institute\u2019s invaluable work <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/support-the-institute\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-108287 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/black-led-nonprofits_institute-of-black-imagination-300x278.png\" alt=\"Screenshot of Institute of Black Imagination's Donorbox-powered Donation Page\" width=\"773\" height=\"716\" srcset=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/black-led-nonprofits_institute-of-black-imagination-300x278.png 300w, https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/black-led-nonprofits_institute-of-black-imagination-1024x948.png 1024w, https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/black-led-nonprofits_institute-of-black-imagination-768x711.png 768w, https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/black-led-nonprofits_institute-of-black-imagination-1536x1421.png 1536w, https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/black-led-nonprofits_institute-of-black-imagination.png 1982w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 773px) 100vw, 773px\" \/><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><a id=\"post-107409-_jd6xcyvnzfa\"><\/a>8. The Black Curriculum<\/h3>\n<blockquote><p><strong>Mission: <\/strong>To teach accessible and engaging Black histories all year round, 365 days a year, to support social cohesion and knowledge development in young people.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/theblackcurriculum.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">The Black Curriculum<\/a> is reimagining the future of education by creating innovative ways to share Black British history.<\/p>\n<p>They accomplish this through teacher training, interactive sessions for young people to increase their knowledge, staff workshops, and corporate speaking sessions, among other activities. Their research and policy\/advocacy work also informs their educational programming.<\/p>\n<p>Learn more about their <a href=\"https:\/\/theblackcurriculum.com\/our-services-1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">services<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/theblackcurriculum.com\/donate\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">donate today<\/a>!<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-107597\" src=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/the-Black-curriculum.png\" alt=\"Screenshot of The Black Curriculum's homepage. \" width=\"2536\" height=\"1086\" srcset=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/the-Black-curriculum.png 2536w, https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/the-Black-curriculum-300x128.png 300w, https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/the-Black-curriculum-1024x439.png 1024w, https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/the-Black-curriculum-768x329.png 768w, https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/the-Black-curriculum-1536x658.png 1536w, https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/the-Black-curriculum-2048x877.png 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2536px) 100vw, 2536px\" \/><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><a id=\"post-107409-_okmfn6d4g4t4\"><\/a>9. Healthy Black Communities (HBC)<\/h3>\n<blockquote><p><strong>Mission<\/strong>: To protect and promote healthy Black communities, focusing on the U.S. and Ghana, with educational, social, and charitable purposes.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>For 20+ years, HBC has been working to strengthen access to healthcare, improve mental health support, and boost civic engagement for Black communities in need.<\/p>\n<p>From hosting free health clinics in the U.S. to delivering hands-on entrepreneurship workshops for young people in Ghana, HBC\u2019s programs give communities the skills and resources to improve daily life.<\/p>\n<p>Find out how you can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hbcinc.org\/ways-to-give\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">support<\/a> their efforts.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>10. Black Girl Ventures Foundation (BGV)<\/h3>\n<blockquote><p><strong>Mission:<\/strong> To create access to capital, capacity, and community for under-resourced entrepreneurs that enable business sustainability and create intergenerational wealth for a more equitable society.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>Since 2016, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.blackgirlventures.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">BGV<\/a> has been working to fund and create solutions to unique challenges that under-resourced entrepreneurs face when seeking capital to grow their business.<\/p>\n<p>Their unique pitch competition program allows founders to connect directly with audiences who then help crowdfund their businesses. They also host BGV Connect, a virtual community with webinars, gatherings, and support.<\/p>\n<p>To date, they\u2019ve served over 18,000 underrepresented women founders.<\/p>\n<p>Learn more and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.blackgirlventures.org\/donate\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">donate<\/a> to support their work.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-107426\" src=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/black-girl-ventures.png\" alt=\"Screenshot of the Black Girls Ventures homepage. \" width=\"1999\" height=\"902\" srcset=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/black-girl-ventures.png 1999w, https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/black-girl-ventures-300x135.png 300w, https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/black-girl-ventures-1024x462.png 1024w, https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/black-girl-ventures-768x347.png 768w, https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/black-girl-ventures-1536x693.png 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1999px) 100vw, 1999px\" \/><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><a id=\"post-107409-_klrim6nobgjd\"><\/a>11. 100 Black Men of America<\/h3>\n<blockquote><p><strong>Mission: <\/strong>To improve the quality of life within our communities and enhance educational and economic opportunities for all African Americans.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>This Black-led charity focuses on empowering Black youth through mentoring, leadership training, education, health and wellness programming, and more.<\/p>\n<p>Their motto is simple and moving \u2013 \u201cWhat They See Is What They\u2019ll Be.\u201d This constant reminder encourages members of the organization to set good examples for children and mentees.<\/p>\n<p>They have chapters all over the U.S. <a href=\"https:\/\/100blackmen.org\/find-a-chapter\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Find a local chapter<\/a> to get involved or <a href=\"https:\/\/100blackmen.org\/donate\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">donate<\/a> today.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><a id=\"post-107409-_dwm4zcoxs2bk\"><\/a>12. Black Artists + Designers Guild (BADG)<\/h3>\n<blockquote><p><strong>Mission: <\/strong>To empower makers of African descent to create immersive spaces that center our culture and community and, through the principle of Ujima, collectively work together to share knowledge, support, and resources.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>Founded in 2018, <a href=\"https:\/\/badguild.info\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">BADG<\/a> strives to cultivate Black leaders in artistic industries through connection and collaboration.<\/p>\n<p>They support Black artists with their BADG Lab initiative, which provides space and support for creatives to take on projects without the constraints of client work.<\/p>\n<p>They also work with partners in the Lifestyle brand space, like Pottery Barn, to create collaborative, innovative collections. Additionally, they fund the Creative Futures Grant, which provides two $5,000 awards to Black graduate students working in craft-based projects.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/badguild.info\/mission-and-overview-1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Learn more<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/black-artists-designers-guild-1-1-1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">donate<\/a> to support living artists and better artistic futures.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-107431\" src=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/black-artists-designers-guild.png\" alt=\"Screenshot of the Black Artists + Designers Guild homepage.\" width=\"1433\" height=\"1094\" srcset=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/black-artists-designers-guild.png 1433w, https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/black-artists-designers-guild-300x229.png 300w, https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/black-artists-designers-guild-1024x782.png 1024w, https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/black-artists-designers-guild-768x586.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1433px) 100vw, 1433px\" \/><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>13. Black Beetle Health<\/h3>\n<blockquote><p><b>Mission<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To promote health through evidence-based resource development and signposting of BAME-friendly (Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic) services and support groups across the country.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.blackbeetlehealth.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Black Beetle Health<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a UK-based public health charity working hard to challenge stigma, close health gaps, and empower LGBTQ+ BPoC communities.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This black-led charity\u2019s work focuses on accessible health education, signposting to culturally competent services, and amplifying the voices and experiences of marginalized individuals.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From addressing mental health and HIV stigma to elevating underrepresented narratives via their <a href=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/show\/6oVyFtHcx0I8huC1yU5Ywz\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Black Beetle Health Podcast<\/a>, this organization is redefining what inclusive, community-led health advocacy looks like!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/feedthebeetle\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Donate<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to help Black Beetle Health continue their work of supporting LGBTQ+ people of color.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-108257 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/black-nonprofits_black-beetle-health-300x267.png\" alt=\"Screenshot of Black Beetle Health's Donorbox-Powered donation page\" width=\"786\" height=\"699\" srcset=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/black-nonprofits_black-beetle-health-300x267.png 300w, https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/black-nonprofits_black-beetle-health-1024x910.png 1024w, https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/black-nonprofits_black-beetle-health-768x683.png 768w, https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/black-nonprofits_black-beetle-health-1536x1365.png 1536w, https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/black-nonprofits_black-beetle-health-2048x1820.png 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 786px) 100vw, 786px\" \/><\/h3>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><a id=\"post-107409-_l87pqxhzgnw7\"><\/a>14. Black Teacher Collaborative (BTC)<\/h3>\n<blockquote><p><strong>Mission<\/strong>: To engage, develop, and support a collective of Black educators who will ensure that Black children achieve at high levels academically while simultaneously preparing them with the intellectual, social, emotional, and cultural capital to actively participate in the ongoing advancement of their communities.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/blackteachercollaborative.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">BTC<\/a> believes that Black children deserve to learn from teachers who share their cultural identity and are trained to affirm their potential.<\/p>\n<p>The organization provides professional development, leadership training, and curriculum support specially tailored to the needs of Black teachers.<\/p>\n<p>Their vision? A future where Black teachers aren\u2019t just present in classrooms, but are leading high-achieving learning environments.<\/p>\n<p>Donate to BTC\u2019s important work <a href=\"https:\/\/blackteachercollaborative.org\/donations\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>15. For Black Men Health<\/h3>\n<blockquote><p><b>Mission<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To inspire and motivate men of color to prioritize their mental, physical, spiritual, and financial well-being through impactful events, conferences, and workshops that foster growth, health, and community.<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Born out of founder Derin Lindsey\u2019s personal health crisis, U.S.-based <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.forblackmen.health\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For Black Men Health Inc<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is yet another black-led nonprofit creating lasting change \u2013 one wellness event at a time.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From yoga to hip-hop fitness and financial health workshops, their monthly programs offer both practical support and community connection.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Through their signature campaign, \u201cI Need Black Men to Go to the Doctor,\u201d this organization is changing the narrative around healthcare for Black men. Their goal is to make it more visible, more urgent, and more accessible.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How can you support? <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.forblackmen.health\/donate\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Donate here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to help them expand their reach!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-108267 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/black-nonprofits_for-black-men-health-300x182.png\" alt=\"Screenshot of For Black Men Health's Donorbox-powered Donation Form\" width=\"926\" height=\"562\" srcset=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/black-nonprofits_for-black-men-health-300x182.png 300w, https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/black-nonprofits_for-black-men-health-1024x622.png 1024w, https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/black-nonprofits_for-black-men-health-768x466.png 768w, https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/black-nonprofits_for-black-men-health-1536x933.png 1536w, https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/black-nonprofits_for-black-men-health-2048x1244.png 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 926px) 100vw, 926px\" \/><\/h3>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><a id=\"post-107409-_kyl4vwwaa3rz\"><\/a>16. Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF)<\/h3>\n<blockquote><p><strong>Mission<\/strong>: To give HBCU (Historically Black Colleges and Universities) students an equal chance.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>Since their establishment back in 1987, <a href=\"https:\/\/tmcf.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">TMCF<\/a> has awarded more than $300 million to support students across member schools through scholarships, leadership development, and career preparation programs.<\/p>\n<p>This Black-led nonprofit works to break down financial barriers and connect students with opportunities that set them up for long-term success.<\/p>\n<p>Through initiatives like the Leadership Institute and pitch competitions, TMCF is all about helping talented Black young adults graduate ready to excel in their chosen fields \u2013 and give back to their communities.<\/p>\n<p>Find out more and <a href=\"https:\/\/tmcf.org\/donate\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">donate<\/a> toward TMCF\u2019s all-important mission.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-107442\" src=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/thurgood-marshall-college-fund.png\" alt=\"Screenshot of the Thurgood Marshall College Fund homepage. \" width=\"1999\" height=\"955\" srcset=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/thurgood-marshall-college-fund.png 1999w, https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/thurgood-marshall-college-fund-300x143.png 300w, https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/thurgood-marshall-college-fund-1024x489.png 1024w, https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/thurgood-marshall-college-fund-768x367.png 768w, https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/thurgood-marshall-college-fund-1536x734.png 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1999px) 100vw, 1999px\" \/><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><a id=\"post-107409-_3s1ermdi0rmr\"><\/a>Over to You<\/h2>\n<p>We\u2019ve come to the end of our list of 16 incredible Black-led nonprofits making a real impact. So if you\u2019ve been wondering where to donate during Black History Month or on <a href=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/juneteenth\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Juneteenth<\/a>, you now know exactly where to start!<\/p>\n<p>And if you\u2019re part of a Black-led charity yourself, having the right fundraising tools can help you reach more donors and secure sustainable funding.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>With <a href=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/\">Donorbox<\/a>, you can set up branded donation pages, run crowdfunding campaigns, accept recurring gifts, and connect with supporters year-round.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/orgs\/new?utm_source=blog\">Sign up<\/a> today to start building the support your mission deserves. Plus, check out the rest of our <a href=\"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\">Nonprofit Blog<\/a> for more fundraising tips, resources, and inspiration to help your organization grow.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><a id=\"post-107409-_raph69cxlwec\"><\/a>FAQs<\/h2>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><a id=\"post-107409-_v5pjebx0uodw\"><\/a>What is the largest Black charity?<\/h3>\n<p>The largest Black-led charity in the U.S. is the NAACP, or the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People. 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