"We owe [young people] the chance to wonder, to wander, to be bored on a Tuesday afternoon with nothing asked of them but their own becoming. Joy is not a retreat from justice; it is the very thing justice is supposed to make possible."
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In a victory for our partners at Altadena for Accountability, AG Bonta launched a civil rights investigation into the Eaton Fire response in West Altadena – examining if discrimination contributed to the devastating delays in evacuation alerts & emergency resources.
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The Playbook: Culture, Capital & Community Power, was a powerful gathering of cultural leaders, policymakers & movement builders.
The key takeaway? The fight for racial justice is legacy work and it demands all of us to commit to the long game. fundblackfreedom.org/the-playbook/
🎉 Congratulations to our friend and colleague Marc Philpart, CEO of @blackfreedomfund.bsky.social, who was named to TIME's 2026 "Closers" list for his bold vision and leadership in driving measurable progress toward closing racial equity gaps and shaping a more just future.
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We're proud to support the Empowerment Congress as it presents a voter education forum featuring candidates running for California Governor during its 34th Annual Summit this Saturday, January 17, 2026.
Register and learn more here: bit.ly/3NaG5Qj
Catalyst stands with 30 CA foundations to oppose changes to the "Public Charge" rule ➡️ The Dept of Homeland Security is proposing changes that would create widespread confusion and fear for immigrants and mixed-status families around accessing public benefits that exist to support their well-being.
Following last month's mass shooting, Former Stockton Mayor Michael Tubbs joined several advocacy and nonprofit groups to launch the Heal Stockton Fund.
BFF is proud to be an initial investor supporting both immediate and longterm recovery needs in the community.
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Your dollars fuel pooled, community-rooted grantmaking across California—multi-year support, statewide reach, accountable results.
Help us build long-term power and give today to invest in a better future for all. Donate now: bit.ly/bffdonation
📆 December 15 at 7 PM
📍 Bram Goldsmith Theater
Join us for “SOUL OF THE HOLIDAYS,” a joyful night of Motor City soul, gospel, and holiday classics — all in support of the Black LA Relief & Recovery Fund.
Get your tickets: thewallis.org/show-details...
In a profile for University of Washington's alumni magazine, our President and CEO, Marc Philpart highlighted how BFF is supporting grassroots movements that are advancing racial justice, democracy, and community development across California.
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Major shoutout to our partners at Hill-Snowden Foundation for launching their Protect, Block, and Build initiative!
In this pivotal moment for our country and our sector, when hard-won gains for justice are being rolled back, it is powerful to see philanthropy step up with bold leadership.
2024 was a defining year for Black Freedom Fund and the communities we serve. In a year marked by both challenge and transformation, we invested in the leaders, organizations, and movements shaping California’s future.
Read more in our 2024 Impact Report: fundblackfreedom.org/2024-impact-...
"History will remember that the smart money wasn’t afraid—it was bold and invested with clarity, courage, and conviction."
Retreating from DEI is bad for business and communities. And despite some political opposition, racial equity work is not illegal.
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“Racial justice is not an empty catchphrase. It’s about people flourishing, and it’s about people living lives that are filled with opportunity and promise versus peril and threat.”
Read more from our feature in @insidephilanthropy.com:
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🎙️ This Black Philanthropy Month, Marc Philpart of @blackfreedomfund.bsky.social reminds us: racial justice needs long-term investment. Progress is under attack—now is the time to stay the course.
🎧 Listen to the new Break Fake Rules episode wherever you get podcasts
This #BlackPhilanthropyMonth, we celebrate a milestone: BFF's transition from an initiative to an institution.
By resourcing and strengthening the ecosystem of Black-serving and Black power-building organizations, we’re investing in a future where our communities lead, decide, and thrive.
We are thrilled to announce the 2025 cohort of the Chinedu Valentine Okobi Sabbatical Program. Join us in congratulating Mark-Anthony, Shimica, and Martin!
Learn more about Chinedu Okobi, the program, and this year’s cohort of movement leaders:
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We condemn the attacks on equity in schools, and we're proud to stand with other philanthropic leaders to protect the progress we’ve made for California’s boys and men of color.
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ICYMI: The State of Black California report is available!
The town hall series brought together legislators and Black Californians to discuss the future of Black life and reparations. fundblackfreedom.org/from-san-die...
Congratulations to our longtime partners California Black Freedom Fund now officially @blackfreedomfund.bsky.social - California’s first Black community foundation and the largest pooled fund in the U.S. for Black-serving organizations. Learn more: www.fundblackfreedom.org.
Bay Area!: Join our partners at Ella Baker Center for a community conversation on July 26.
Featured speakers include Congresswoman Lateefah Simon, Ella Baker Center Action Fund's Marlene Sanchez, and Sister Warriors Action Fund's Amika Mota.
Register here: heyor.ca/n5Jd5R
People, power, and possibility are the foundation of our next chapter. Here's how we're centering these pillars in each facet of our work.
Learn more at www.fundblackfreedom.org
As we evolve into the Black Freedom Fund, we want you to know our guiding principles remain the same.
Our mission, vision, and purpose offer a clear roadmap on our path towards freedom for all Black people. Learn more about our next chapter: www.fundblackfreedom.org
Our transition to a permanent institution will allow us to deepen our impact and fuel more work serving Black communities. As BFF's President & CEO, Marc Philpart shared, our mission is to sustain this movement for generations to come.
Learn more about our next chapter: www.fundblackfreedom.org
CBFF is now the Black Freedom Fund! BFF is a permanent, independent institution, California’s first Black community foundation and the largest pooled fund in the country dedicated to Black-serving organizations.
This is more than a name change. It’s a deepening of our purpose. fundblackfreedom.org
