Black Funders Network of the Bay Area

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Black Funders Network of the Bay Area (BFN) is the space in the Bay Area for Black philanthropic professionals to connect, grow, and align their efforts to best support Black communities and organizations.

Congratulations, East Bay Community Foundation! In March, East Bay Community Foundation (BFN member organization) was aw...
07/10/2026

Congratulations, East Bay Community Foundation! In March, East Bay Community Foundation (BFN member organization) was awarded the 2026 East Bay Innovation Award for Community Impact by the East Bay Economic Development Alliance. EBCF received the award for its contribution to the East Bay's legacy of innovation. Read more here: https://eastbayeda.org/innovation-awards/

Congratulations, Paula! In February, the Alameda County Board of Supervisors recognized Paula Ambrose, Black Funders Net...
06/23/2026

Congratulations, Paula! In February, the Alameda County Board of Supervisors recognized Paula Ambrose, Black Funders Network Board Co-Chair, for her history of community service. Her recognition was included in an Alameda County Black History Month Proclamation.

We will continue to highlight individual achievements and the collective power of the BFN community, who are driving meaningful change across the Bay Area and beyond.

Congratulations, James! In February, James W. Head, Black Funders Network Board Member and Co-Founder, was recognized as...
06/05/2026

Congratulations, James! In February, James W. Head, Black Funders Network Board Member and Co-Founder, was recognized as an “Impact Warrior” by the Golden State Warriors and Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) for his advocacy and philanthropic work supporting Bay Area Communities.

We will continue to highlight individual achievements and the collective power of Black leaders within the BFN community who are driving meaningful change across the Bay Area and beyond. Read more: https://www.blackfundersnetwork.org/post/james-w-head-receives-social-impact-warrior-recognition-by-golden-state-warriors

We are gearing up for a memorable night of Jazz and community connection in partnership with Black Freedom Fund and ABFE...
04/20/2026

We are gearing up for a memorable night of Jazz and community connection in partnership with Black Freedom Fund and ABFE. Here’s a sneak peak at the beautiful space we will be convening in.

Thank you to all of the event sponsors who have helped make this event possible!

It’s the first day of ABFE’s 2026 Annual Harambee Conference! We’re looking forward to three days of community, strategi...
04/20/2026

It’s the first day of ABFE’s 2026 Annual Harambee Conference! We’re looking forward to three days of community, strategic convening, and aligned support for Black Communities.

We invite you to join us for a conversation highlighting lessons learned and strategies to improve health outcomes for B...
03/11/2026

We invite you to join us for a conversation highlighting lessons learned and strategies to improve health outcomes for Black Communities.

The annual Pearls of Wisdom program uplifts the lived experiences of Black women and encourages intergenerational discussion on timely topics affecting the philanthropic sector, fostering community learning, professional development, strategy sharing, and connection. The Pearls of Wisdom Program is a signature event hosted each March in celebration of Women’s History Month.

Register: www.bit.ly/pow2026

Join the Black Funders Network of the Bay Area for an action-oriented conversation about how Bay Area grantmakers are di...
02/13/2026

Join the Black Funders Network of the Bay Area for an action-oriented conversation about how Bay Area grantmakers are directly supporting Black arts and culture ecosystems and as part of broader strategies.

This space allows grantmakers to analyze funding models and gain the peer-driven insights necessary to refine their 2026 investment approaches.

Attendance is open to the BFN member community. We invite our new and returning members, those ready to renew, and the allies and prospective partners who are interested in joining.

Register: https://lnkd.in/gCHimQn6

As 2026 marks the milestone commemoration of 100 years of national observances of Black History, we are excited to share...
02/05/2026

As 2026 marks the milestone commemoration of 100 years of national observances of Black History, we are excited to share a program that showcases Black excellence in leadership.

Chantel Walker, Managing Director of the Black Funders Network of the Bay Area will lead and moderate an engaging conversation with Solano County Supervisor Cassandra James and Hidden Genius Project Executive Director Brandon Nicholson on contemporary Black leadership across public service, philanthropy, youth leadership, entrepreneurship, and community power-building.

Learn more and register: https://www.commonwealthclub.org/events/2026-02-12/celebrating-black-history-month-excellence-leadership-innovation-and-community

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