Who We Are
The Black Equity Collective is a network of funders and nonprofit leaders committed to investing in the long-term sustainability of Black-led organizations in Southern California.
Through programming for BLOs focused on developing organizational power and efforts with funders to align their institutional practices to the Principles for Black Equity, the BEC transforms the relationship between philanthropy and Black-led organizations by operationalizing equity.
The Black Equity Collective's mission is to join funders and communities as partners in strengthening the long-term sustainability of Black-led and Black-empowering organizations in Southern California.
Testimonials
BEC accelerates the strength and sustainability of Black-led nonprofits by advancing leadership, expanding infrastructure, and activating community power. Their trusted partnerships with leaders are transforming the landscape of organizational possibility across the region.
— Annie Chang, Vice President, Community Engagement, Nonprofit Finance Fund