California Black Power Network Action Fund
The Organization's primary purpose and mission is to build black political power through civic engagement and policy advocacy programs.
California Black Power Network Action Fund at a glance
In short: California Black Power Network Action Fund gave $1.1M across 22 grants in 2024 (avg $50K), mostly in California. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $1,106,143
- Grants made (2024)
- 22
- Average grant
- $50,279
- Median grant
- $39,671
- Total assets
- $33,300
- +412.3% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- California (97% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated November 2026.
Who California Black Power Network Action Fund funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Pillars of the Community ($120K). Together the top 10 received $728K.
Grant Size Distribution
22 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 14 grants of 22 (64%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 22 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2024 it made 22 grants totaling $1.1M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pillars of the Community San Diego, CA | Civic Engagement | $120,463 |
| Black Women for Wellness Acti Los Angeles, CA | Civic Engagement | $94,505 |
| Partnership for the Advanceme San Diego, CA | Civic Engagement | $80,597 |
| Los Angeles Community Action Los Angeles, CA | Civic Engagement | $76,981 |
| A New Way of Life Reentry Pro Los Angeles, CA | Civic Engagement | $69,506 |
| Congregations Organized for P San Bernardino, CA | Civic Engagement | $66,306 |
| Starting Over Inc Riverside, CA | Civic Engagement | $64,401 |
| Essie Justice Group Oakland, CA | Civic Engagement | $62,072 |
| Dignity and Power in Action Los Angeles, CA | Civic Engagement | $46,710 |
| Voice of The Youth Sacramento, CA | Civic Engagement | $46,660 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $33,300 | $1,155,470 | $1,218,585 | $1,106,143 | 22 | $1 |
| 2023 | $6,500 | $6,500 | — | — | — | — |
About California Black Power Network Action Fund
Based on IRS filings
California Black Power Network Action Fund is a public charity, based in Long Beach, CA. IRS filing data is available from 2023 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $33K in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 22 grants totaling $1.1M. Net investment income was $1.
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
California Black Power Network Action Fund is led by Paul Khalid Alexander, Chairman on every filing since 2023; none of the 5 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Paul Khalid Alexander
Chairman
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Kevin Cosney
Director
On filings since 2023
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Sheryl Lane
Director
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
James Woodson
Vice Chair
On filings since 2023
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Vonya Quarles
Treasurer
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2023–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about California Black Power Network Action Fund
How much does California Black Power Network Action Fund give each year?
California Black Power Network Action Fund gave $1.1M across 22 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990.
What is California Black Power Network Action Fund's typical grant size?
California Black Power Network Action Fund's median grant in 2024 was $39,671, and its average grant was $50,279, across 22 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990.
Where does California Black Power Network Action Fund give grants?
California Black Power Network Action Fund gives mostly in California: 97% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Los Angeles, CA (4 grants), San Diego, CA (2 grants), San Bernardino, CA (2 grants) and Berkeley, CA (2 grants).
Does California Black Power Network Action Fund give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 22 grants with a stated purpose on California Black Power Network Action Fund's 2024 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Civic Engagement" (22 grants).
Who are California Black Power Network Action Fund's largest grantees?
California Black Power Network Action Fund's largest 2024 grantees include Pillars of the Community ($120,463), Black Women for Wellness Acti ($94,505) and Partnership for the Advanceme ($80,597), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. Together they received 27% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is California Black Power Network Action Fund?
California Black Power Network Action Fund reported $33K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $1.2M.
What is California Black Power Network Action Fund's EIN?
California Black Power Network Action Fund's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 93-3273844. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2023–2024.
Data last updated November 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(2)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990-EZ for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS July 1, 2025)
- Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS September 4, 2026)
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