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Bloomberg Philanthropies is donating $600 million to four historically Black medical schools, boosting their endowments and supporting the education of future Black doctors. 🏫 Recipients: Howard University College of Medicine - $175M Meharry Medical College - $175M Morehouse School of Medicine - $175M Charles R. Drew University of Medicine & Science - $75M This initiative, part of the Greenwood Initiative, addresses systemic healthcare inequities and underinvestment. The funding, determined by class size and expected growth, will empower new generations of Black doctors to create a healthier and more equitable future. ✨ Impact: “Ultimately, the benefits of this gift will be realized in the communities where the next generation of Black doctors practice and among patients who receive their care,” said Garnesha Ezediaro, head of the Greenwood Initiative. Let's build a country where everyone has equal access to quality healthcare! 🔗 Read more about this incredible initiative. #BloombergPhilanthropies #HBCU #HealthcareEquality #BlackDoctors #MedicalEducation #GreenwoodInitiative #Empowerment #Philanthropy #Education #FutureDoctors #EndowmentSupport https://lnkd.in/eGwzbfmT

Check out my interview with ForbesBLK on the recent settlement in the Fearless Fund case.

Want to help Black kids get a great education? Check out our latest article for easy ways to help! From donating to scholarships to supporting programs, every little bit counts.  👉 https://lnkd.in/eaxY_vDN #SupportEducation #BlackStudents #MakeADifference #EducationForAll #realimpact

At iF, we want to make one thing clear: Black people are owed a debt. It's not enough for foundations to fund and advocate for reparations. We must examine our own origins and the harm caused by philanthropic wealth-building. Click below to read more from iF's Co-CEOs, Temi F. Bennett, Esq. & Hanh Le in "Our Foundation’s Origin Story Shows Why Philanthropy Must Acknowledge its Role in Perpetuating Injustice." https://lnkd.in/ebV7Kd2y

Monterey County Black Caucus (MCBC), a grantee partner of Irvine's #PriorityCommunities initiative, works to anchor Black leadership and power-building to address structural racism and economic inequities. They also provide healing spaces that allow Black residents to unpack, reflect, learn, and share what the needs are in the community.  How can #philanthropy better support MCBC’s work and the Black community? MCBC’s Rosalyn Green says, “They should continue providing funding, understanding the needs of the communities, and recognizing that one-time funding is not a cure-all. It’s important that funders dive deep into the proposals, listen to stories beyond those proposals, and take the time to come out and connect with the organizations and communities they support to see how funds are being used. Highlighting our work in philanthropic spaces is also important so that other funders can catch the fire and say, ‘We want to be part of that too.’”  Learn more about MCBC at https://irvine.ly/mcbc Photo credit: Monterey County Black Caucus  

Majority Black-led nonprofits receive 300% less median annual revenue than their white-led counterparts. This is just one finding from our new key fact sheets, created in partnership with ABFE. A Philanthropic Partnership for Black Communities. Explore the complete fact sheets here: -Key Facts About Nonprofits With Black CEOs: https://lnkd.in/e7d7a99c -Key Facts About Nonprofits With Majority Black Leadership: https://lnkd.in/exq35vsp

Spotlight on Booker T. Spencer Jr! It's National Black Business Month, and we're super excited to celebrate Booker T Spencer Jr! He's one of the top black business leaders in Texas, part of the amazing Texas 1000 Project. Booker T Spencer Jr. is known for his hard work and smart ideas, showing everyone what it means to never give up. Check out his story and why he's so awesome at Texas 1000 Project. Link in the comments Why donate? 1. Support Great Leaders: Your donation helps amazing leaders like Booker T Spencer Jr thrive. 2. Boost Diversity: Donations promote diversity and inclusivity in the business world. 3. Inspire Future Generations: Your support can inspire future black entrepreneurs to follow their dreams. Let's celebrate and support black excellence! #NationalBlackBusinessMonth #SupportBlackBusiness

In honor of Black Philanthropy Month, we wanted to shed light on the importance of Black-led nonprofits, their powerful missions, and the unique obstacles they face. In our recent blog post, "Black Philanthropy Month – What Black Led Nonprofits Need to Know," we discussed some of the key considerations for organizations to achieve success like storytelling, organization, commitment and so much more. Check it out: https://lnkd.in/gKycvjtp #BlackPhilanthropyMonth #BlackLedOrganization #Nonprofits #NonprofitBlog #EBSUniversal #Nonprofitmanagement

Black philanthropy plays a crucial role in addressing systemic inequalities and fostering community development. Historically, philanthropy has roots in the early charitable acts of African Americans, who established mutual aid societies and community funds in the face of discrimination and exclusion from mainstream funding sources. Despite this legacy, Black-led nonprofits remain the most underfunded organizations in the sector. According to recent statistics, Black nonprofits receive only a small fraction of philanthropic dollars—around 2% of total charitable giving—despite serving communities that face significant challenges. This disparity highlights the urgent need for increased support to empower these organizations, which are vital for advancing social justice and economic equity. As we celebrate Black Philanthropy Month, let’s commit to uplifting Black voices and supporting the critical work of Black nonprofits. Together, we can foster a more equitable landscape for all. #GiveBackGiveBlacklex Give here: https://lnkd.in/eUayj3CM

Black philanthropy plays a crucial role in addressing systemic inequalities and fostering community development. Historically, philanthropy has roots in the early charitable acts of African Americans, who established mutual aid societies and community funds in the face of discrimination and exclusion from mainstream funding sources. Despite this legacy, Black-led nonprofits remain the most underfunded organizations in the sector. According to recent statistics, Black nonprofits receive only a small fraction of philanthropic dollars—around 2% of total charitable giving—despite serving communities that face significant challenges. This disparity highlights the urgent need for increased support to empower these organizations, which are vital for advancing social justice and economic equity. As we celebrate Black Philanthropy Month, let’s commit to uplifting Black voices and supporting the critical work of Black nonprofits. Together, we can foster a more equitable landscape for all. #GiveBackGiveBlacklex Give here: https://lnkd.in/e3Qer5fd