County of San Diego Black Chamber of Commerce Education Foundation
The County of San Diego Black Chamber of Commerce is a public charity based in San Diego, California. It supports inclusive economic development and economic empowerment through business programs, education, networking, partnerships, and grants for underrepresented businesses.
County of San Diego Black Chamber of Commerce Education Foundation at a glance
In short: County of San Diego Black Chamber of Commerce Education Foundation gave $48K across 6 grants in 2024 (avg $8K), mostly in California. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $48,000
- -51.7% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 6
- -62.5% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $8,000
- +28.7% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $8,000
- Total assets
- $3,328,090
- +28.1% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- California (100% 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 County of San Diego Black Chamber of Commerce Education Foundation
- How to Apply
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Complete a free Chamber business development course to meet the stated eligibility requirement for Grants for Everyone. For UBRC Program Grants, the Chamber advises prospective applicants to contact the organization for eligibility, award amount, and application details.
- Contact
Mailing address: 404 Euclid Avenue 383, San Diego, CA 92114
Phone: (619) 269-9400
Website: https://sdblackchamber.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Open Grants
2 open opportunities from County of San Diego Black Chamber of Commerce Education Foundation
Who County of San Diego Black Chamber of Commerce Education Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 6 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Chef Budda Blaisan Soul Food LLC ($8K). Together the top 6 received $48K.
Grant Size Distribution
43 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 41 grants of 43 (95%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The grant programs list San Diego County, California, as their geographic scope. The Chamber describes its broader work as serving the City and County of San Diego.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 6 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How County of San Diego Black Chamber of Commerce Education Foundation gives
- Giving fell 98% from 2021 to 2024. Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990 filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $40K (2020) to $2.1M (2021). In 2024 it made 6 grants totaling $48K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Chef Budda Blaisan Soul Food LLC San Diego, CA | Flood grant | $8,000 |
| T3 Integrity Spring Valley, CA | Flood grant | $8,000 |
| Austin Culinary Management San Diego, CA | Flood grant | $8,000 |
| Soulfood City 313 San Diego, CA | Flood grant | $8,000 |
| Mr Moto Pizza San Diego, CA | Flood grant | $8,000 |
| El Paisa Inc San Diego, CA | Flood grant | $8,000 |
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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 | $3,328,090 | $1,421,246 | $734,924 | $48,000 | 6 | $88,856 |
| 2023 | $2,597,213 | $2,412,359 | $830,884 | $99,480 | 16 | $63,145 |
| 2022 | $1,077,736 | $610,285 | $826,029 | $128,126 | 14 | — |
| 2021 | $1,368,477 | $3,119,764 | $2,524,585 | $2,135,000 | 4 | — |
| 2020 | $713,248 | $643,115 | $355,480 | $40,300 | 3 | — |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The Chamber’s stated mission is to create generational wealth through business enterprise, education, employment, and investment. Its website also describes its work as advancing inclusive economic development through innovative programs, networking opportunities, and business partnerships.
The Chamber’s Urban Business Resource Center (UBRC), established in 2019, is intended to support the inception, growth, and scaling of locally owned businesses. The Chamber describes UBRC as a group of programs that provide local minority-owned businesses with education, resources, and mentorship. Its Grants for Everyone program is available to underrepresented businesses that complete one of the Chamber’s free business development courses.
In 2023, the Chamber gave $6,320 to the Pacific Southwest Minority Supplier Development Council. That organization describes its own mission as advancing business opportunities for certified minority business enterprises and connecting them with corporate and governmental entities.
Grantmaking
The Chamber reported 16 grants totaling $99,480 in 2023 and 14 grants totaling $128,126 in 2022. Its 2024 filing reported zero grants. Typical award sizes are not available in the provided information.
The Pacific Southwest Minority Supplier Development Council received $6,320 in 2023.
The Chamber currently lists two grant programs: Grants for Everyone and UBRC Program Grants. Grants for Everyone requires applicants to complete one of the Chamber’s free business development courses. A business is limited to one grant per year; unsuccessful applicants may reapply in subsequent years. The Chamber’s grant information provides limited details about UBRC Program Grants, including no award amounts or application requirements.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The Chamber’s 2024 filing lists Bruce Mayberry as Chairman and Donna DeBerry as President & CEO. It lists Brittny Furgeson, India Jewell, Julian Parra, Dr. Ricky Shabazz, and Lee Wills as board members.
County of San Diego Black Chamber of Commerce Education Foundation is led by Donna DeBerry, President & CEO on every filing since 2020; 1 of 7 officers listed in 2024 is compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Donna DeBerry
President & CEO
On filings since 2020
35 hrs/week
$200K (2024)
Bruce Mayberry
Chairman
On filings since 2020
15 hrs/week
No compensation reported
India Jewell
Board Member
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Ricky Shabazz
Board Member
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Brittny Furgeson
Board Member
New on the 2024 filing
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Julian Parra
Board Member
New on the 2024 filing
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Lee Wills
Board Member
New on the 2024 filing
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (6)
- Former: Erica Beal (2020–2023) — Secretary
- Former: Lee Wills-Irvine (2020–2023) — Board Member & Secretary
- Former: Nicholas Holmes (2020–2023) — Vice Chair
- Former: Ryan Saathoff (2020–2023) — Treasurer
- Former: Christine Antoine (2020–2022) — Secretary
- Former: Hope Mago (2020–2021) — Board Member
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "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 $200K, to Donna DeBerry (President & CEO).
Frequently asked questions about County of San Diego Black Chamber of Commerce Education Foundation
How much does County of San Diego Black Chamber of Commerce Education Foundation give each year?
County of San Diego Black Chamber of Commerce Education Foundation gave $48K across 6 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $99K across 16 grants.
What is County of San Diego Black Chamber of Commerce Education Foundation's typical grant size?
County of San Diego Black Chamber of Commerce Education Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $8,000, and its average grant was $8,000, across 6 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990.
Where does County of San Diego Black Chamber of Commerce Education Foundation give grants?
County of San Diego Black Chamber of Commerce Education Foundation gives mostly in California: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were San Diego, CA (5 grants).
Does County of San Diego Black Chamber of Commerce Education Foundation give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 6 grants with a stated purpose on County of San Diego Black Chamber of Commerce Education Foundation's 2024 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Flood grant" (6 grants).
Who are County of San Diego Black Chamber of Commerce Education Foundation's largest grantees?
County of San Diego Black Chamber of Commerce Education Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include Chef Budda Blaisan Soul Food LLC ($8,000), T3 Integrity ($8,000) and Austin Culinary Management ($8,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. Together they received 50% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is County of San Diego Black Chamber of Commerce Education Foundation?
County of San Diego Black Chamber of Commerce Education Foundation reported $3.3M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $1.4M.
What does County of San Diego Black Chamber of Commerce Education Foundation fund?
The Chamber’s stated mission is to create generational wealth through business enterprise, education, employment, and investment. Its website also describes its work as advancing inclusive economic development through innovative programs, networking opportunities, and business partnerships. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from County of San Diego Black Chamber of Commerce Education Foundation?
Complete a free Chamber business development course to meet the stated eligibility requirement for Grants for Everyone. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is County of San Diego Black Chamber of Commerce Education Foundation's EIN?
County of San Diego Black Chamber of Commerce Education Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 46-1984639. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(6)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS November 15, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS November 14, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS November 10, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS November 20, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 17, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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