Black Giving Collective

Overview

The Black Giving Collective (BGC) supports Black-led and Black-owned community initiatives that address disparities facing the Black community in our eight-county region. Our work is guided by findings from the 2024 State of Black Rochester report, and we aim to create lasting systemic change through targeted community investment.

Funds can support the following grant types:

* Program Support
* Capacity Building/Professional Development
* Technology & Digital Infrastructure – For IT systems, software, and digital transformation
* Community Engagement – For outreach, partnerships, and community-based initiatives

Funding

The typical grant size ranges from $5,000 to $15,000. Larger requests will be considered.

Eligibility

_You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website._

* Applicants must be 501(c)(3) organizations or 509(a)(1) public organizations or have a 501(c)(3) fiscal sponsor
* Applicants must operate in our eight-county region, which comprises Genesee, Livingston, Monroe, Ontario, Orleans, Seneca, Wayne, and Yates counties.
* Seek to serve the Black community by targeting any of the following focus areas:
* Community Leadership: Cultivate emerging leaders
* Education Excellence: Enhance academic achievement
* Economic Mobility: Creates pathways to financial stability
* Healthcare & Wellness: Advance the wellbeing of Black community members
* School Success: Provide student and family support
* Violence Prevention & Safety: Strengthen community safety