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Advancing the humanitarian legacy of Biddy Mason by serving foster youth and sharing Black history.

The Biddy Mason Charitable Foundation began as an outreach ministry of First African Methodist Episcopal (F.A.M.E.) Church of Los Angeles in 2013 and then became an independent 501c3 non-profit organization that is dedicated to serving current and former foster youth in LA County. The foundation is named for Bridget “Biddy” Mason, the organizer of First AME Church of Los Angeles. A former slave, Biddy Mason petitioned a Los Angeles Court in 1856 and was granted her freedom. She became a legendary figure in the early Los Angeles community, not only for her astute business acumen, but for her philanthropy. Trained as a midwife she began her career earning $2.50 per day and later became a millionaire. We hope her entrepreneurial and pioneering spirit will serve as inspiration to current and former foster care youth.

10/14/2026

Spotted in the wild at The Autry this weekend during our Foster Youth Resource Fair: Dr. Kevin Waite’s new book on Biddy Mason! Want to learn more about this local icon? Check out upcoming book tour across Los Angeles 💫 Kevin Waite

10/07/2026

Happening this Saturday 10/10!

Thrilled to announce this awesome group of colleges, nonprofits, and employers ready to help LA’s foster care community. If you registered to attend, we can’t wait to see you—fair runs from 1–4pm at the Autry Museum in LA✨

09/29/2026

Last call! 📣 We have a few spots left for the BMCF 2026 Foster Youth Resource Fair on October 10! Come meet people and learn about organizations and programs invested in seeing you WIN. Link in bio to RSVP!

🗓️ October 10, 2026
📍Autry Museum
4700 Western Heritage Way, Los Angeles, CA 90027
🤩 Lunch and museum entrance included!

Spread the word to the foster care community!

09/28/2026

They're still spreading the news! Thank you Pasadena Weekly for sharing about the historic renaming of Pershing Square to create Biddy Mason Park.

The renaming of Pershing Square in honor of Biddy Mason represents far more than an updated sign to lifelong Angeleno and Pasadena resident Jackie Broxton, it offers Los Angeles an

09/23/2026

Don’t know much about Biddy Mason? This book will change that!

We’re thrilled to partner with historian Dr. Kevin Waite and Vroman's Bookstore to celebrate the launch of “The Boundless Biddy Mason” 💪🏽💪🏾💪🏿

For every copy pre-ordered through Vroman’s, $10 will be donated to Biddy Mason Charitable Foundation to support foster youth in Los Angeles. PLUS: Kevin will personally sign each pre-ordered copy ❤️

Kevin has been an invaluable friend to BMCF and a critical resource on Biddy Mason, Hannah Embers, and the hidden history of slavery in California. Your purchase helps foster youth, supports an indie bookstore, champions historical research, and raises awareness for Biddy’s extraordinary story!

Pre-order your signed copy at: vromansbookstore.com/pre-order-kevin-waite 📖

In 2024, Dr. Waite presented research for the Biddy Mason Charitable Foundation on Biddy’s story and how slavery found its way to the west.

Honored to be in the room with descendants of Hannah Embers, an enslaved woman in LA who also received her freedom due to Biddy’s court case!

09/20/2026

Still thrilled about this moment—excited to see what's next for Biddy Mason Park!

Jackie Broxton on why Biddy Mason’s story belongs in Downtown L.A.

09/18/2026

Current and former foster youth in LA: This one’s for you!

Join us October 10 for our free resource fair! Connect with orgs and programs offering info on education, jobs, and more 🤸🏾

Free to attend, registration required—hit the link in bio or visit resourcefair2026.eventbrite.com. Space is limited, so please RSVP early!

🗓️ October 10, 2026
📍4700 Western Heritage Way, Los Angeles, CA 90027
at The Autry
🤩 Lunch and museum entrance included!

Spread the word to the foster care community!

09/14/2026

LA resource providers, we want you at the table!

The Biddy Mason Charitable Foundation’s Foster Youth Resource Fair is October 10. If you offer resources or programs that help current/former foster youth find opportunities and support, register to be an exhibitor!

📅 Fair is October 10, 2026
📍Autry Museum
🆓 No cost to register
🎟️ Space is very limited; sign up quickly!
🔗 form.jotform.com/biddy_mason/exhibitors2026

Note: This is not a vendor fair—please don’t register if you’re looking to sell products to attendees.

Help us make this a fantastic event!

09/11/2026

Thank you The L.A. Local for speaking with our president, Jackie Broxton, about the milestone Pershing Square renaming for Biddy Mason!

The LA City Council voted Friday to rename Pershing Square after Bridget “Biddy” Mason, a formerly enslaved woman who became one of the city’s founders, public servants and philanthropists.

09/04/2026

WE DID IT TOGETHER 🎉 Today, on the 245th birthday of our city, the Los Angeles City Council has voted to rename Pershing Square after LA's iconic civic leader and philanthropist, Bridget "Biddy" Mason!

Thank you to all who helped make this historic moment possible. Read more from the LA Times here: https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2026-09-04/pershing-square-renamed-biddy-mason

Address

2193 West 25th Street
Los Angeles, CA
90018

Telephone

(213) 795-0714

Website

http://www.biddymason.com/

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