California Black Power Network
California Black Power Network (CBPN) is a Los Angeles-based public charity whose 2024 filing reports grantmaking to 24 organizations. The network describes itself as a coalition of Black-led and Black-empowering organizations working to change the lived conditions of Black Californians through civic engagement, organizing, advocacy, and policy change.
California Black Power Network at a glance
In short: California Black Power Network gave $1.4M across 24 grants in 2024 (avg $60K), mostly in California. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $1,430,394
- +110.1% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 24
- +0.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $59,600
- +110.1% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $53,600
- Total assets
- $4,996,027
- +14.2% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- California (95% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026.
How to apply to California Black Power Network
- Contact
Mailing address: 3553 Atlantic Ave B1240, Los Angeles, CA 90807
Phone: (213) 886-9616
Website: https://blackpowernetwork.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who California Black Power Network funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Pillars of the Community ($147K). Together the top 10 received $838K.
Grant Size Distribution
48 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 33 grants of 48 (69%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
CBPN describes its coalition as covering 13 counties across six regions of California. In 2024, 95% of grant dollars went to recipients in California and 5% to recipients in New York.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 24 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How California Black Power Network gives
- 71% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990 filings (2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2023 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $681K (2023) to $1.4M (2024). In 2024 it made 24 grants totaling $1.4M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pillars of the Community San Diego, CA | Civic Engagement | $146,929 |
| Ctr Empower Politics Educ Fdn Oakland, CA | Civic Engagement | $125,000 |
| Congregations Orgs for Prophe San Bernardino, CA | Civic Engagement | $92,822 |
| Healthy Black Families Inc Berkeley, CA | Civic Engagement | $73,506 |
| Bldg Opportuniti Self Suffic Berkeley, CA | Civic Engagement | $72,275 |
| Black Alliance for Just Immig Brooklyn, NY | Civic Engagement | $67,672 |
| Coleman Advocates -Children San Francisco, CA | Civic Engagement | $67,314 |
| Families & Individuals Power Richmond, CA | Civic Engagement | $66,349 |
| Cangress DBA La Comm Action Los Angeles, CA | Civic Engagement | $63,679 |
| Dignity & Power Now Los Angeles, CA | Civic Engagement | $62,815 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4,996,027 | $1,694,754 | $1,723,870 | $1,430,394 | 24 |
| 2023 | $4,373,937 | $2,252,431 | $1,547,467 | $680,749 | 24 |
| 2022 | $1,000,098 | $1,000,100 | $2 | — | — |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
CBPN’s stated mission is to change the lived conditions of Black Californians by dismantling systemic and anti-Black racism. It says it pursues this mission by building and protecting Black political power through policy campaigns, advocacy, and civic engagement. Its website identifies four pillars of work: policy development and advocacy; voter and civic engagement; narrative and culture; and protest and direct action.
The 2024 grants were reported as civic engagement grants. Recipients include organizations whose own stated missions span community organizing and leadership development, as at Pillars of the Community; support for healthy Black families and individuals, as at Healthy Black Families Inc.; and improving the health and well-being of Black women and girls, as at Black Women for Wellness. Other 2024 recipients describe work in youth mentoring and leadership, education and human services, and reentry services, including Voice of the Youth Inc., BLU Educational Foundation, and Starting Over Inc.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2024, CBPN reported 24 grants totaling $1,430,394. Grants ranged from $25,044 to $146,929, with a median of $53,600. All listed grant purposes were civic engagement.
The largest awards included $146,929 to Pillars of the Community; $125,000 to the Center for Empowering Politics Education Foundation; $92,822 to Congregations Organized for Prophetic Engagement; and $73,506 to Healthy Black Families Inc. Other notable grants included $67,672 to Black Alliance for Just Immigration, $67,314 to Coleman Advocates for Children and Youth, $63,679 to Los Angeles Community Action Network, and $62,815 to Dignity and Power Now.
The 2024 filing states that CBPN annually reviews grantees’ 501(c)(3) status and requires signed grant agreements confirming that grant funds will be used in accordance with IRS 501(c)(3) guidelines.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists James Woodson as Executive Director, Samuel Casey as CEO, Sheryl Lane as Secretary, and Vonya Quarles as CFO.
California Black Power Network is led by Samuel Casey, CEO on the 2024 filing; 1 of 4 officers listed in 2024 is compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Samuel Casey
CEO
New on the 2024 filing
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
James Woodson
Executive Director
On filings since 2022
40 hrs/week
$101K (2023) → $107K (2024)
Sheryl Lane
Secretary
Vice President & Secretary → Treasurer, 2023
Treasurer → Secretary, 2024
On filings since 2022
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Vonya Quarles
CFO
Treasurer & Chief Financial Officer → Treasurer, 2023
Treasurer → CFO, 2024
On filings since 2022
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Paul Khalid Alexander (2022–2023) — President & CEO
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2022–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $107K, to James Woodson (Executive Dir.).
Frequently asked questions about California Black Power Network
How much does California Black Power Network give each year?
California Black Power Network gave $1.4M across 24 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $681K across 24 grants.
What is California Black Power Network's typical grant size?
California Black Power Network's median grant in 2024 was $53,600, and its average grant was $59,600, across 24 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990.
Where does California Black Power Network give grants?
California Black Power Network gives mostly in California: 95% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Los Angeles, CA (5 grants), San Diego, CA (3 grants), Oakland, CA (2 grants) and Berkeley, CA (2 grants).
Does California Black Power Network give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 24 grants with a stated purpose on California Black Power Network's 2024 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Civic Engagement" (24 grants).
Who are California Black Power Network's largest grantees?
California Black Power Network's largest 2024 grantees include Pillars of the Community ($146,929), Ctr Empower Politics Educ Fdn ($125,000) and Congregations Orgs for Prophe ($92,822), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. Together they received 26% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is California Black Power Network?
California Black Power Network reported $5.0M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $1.7M.
What does California Black Power Network fund?
CBPN’s stated mission is to change the lived conditions of Black Californians by dismantling systemic and anti-Black racism. It says it pursues this mission by building and protecting Black political power through policy campaigns, advocacy, and civic engagement. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from California Black Power Network?
California Black Power Network has no public application process in the sources Grantable reviewed. Check blackpowernetwork.org for current guidelines, or contact the foundation directly before submitting a request.
What is California Black Power Network's EIN?
California Black Power Network's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 87-1975655. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2022–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(3)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS November 14, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 17, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2022–2024
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Grantable. (2026). California Black Power Network funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 14, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/california-black-power-network-morg_a69f3fa2a7304bd39f7d0cc6a95ef0a5
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