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Reduction of African American Child Deaths (RAACD) a campaign to decrease the deaths of African American children in Sacramento, CA.

In Sacramento County, African American children die at twice the rate of any other ethnicity. The top four causes of death are low birth weight, premature birth and other conditions in babies under one year old (perinatal conditions), infant sleep-related deaths, child abuse and neglect and gun violence or homicide from someone other than a family member (third-party homicide). These deaths are pr

eventable. The Black Child Legacy Campaign is the community-driven movement established by the Steering Committee on Reduction of African American Child Deaths, which is working to reduce deaths of African American children by 10% to 20% by 2020 in Sacramento County. The Steering Committee is funded by the County of Sacramento, City of Sacramento and First 5 Sacramento and is managed by The Center. Learn more at www.blackchildlegacy.org

05/08/2026

The Black Child Legacy Campaign (BCLC) is growing. We are proud to welcome Project Optimism as our eighth Community Incubator Lead, expanding our work to Rancho Cordova. Black children in Rancho face several risk factors and high rates of death, making it an area of critical opportunity for BCLC’s culturally rooted, trauma‑informed work. Project Optimism brings deep relationships, mentorship-centered support and a commitment to uplifting Black children and families. Their new Optimism in Action Coalition will help drive local change and strengthen community voice.

Our legacy continues. Our communities lead. Our children deserve to thrive.

03/11/2026

Valley Hi, home to the southernmost Black Child Legacy Campaign (BCLC) hub, is a community burdened by food deserts, housing scarcity and economic challenges. Local organizations like South Sacramento Christian Center have stepped into the gap to sustain the community with vital services. For over 25 years now, South Sacramento Christian Center has run a weekly food distribution program that provides hundreds of families with fresh groceries.
“We continue to work with our families on different levels, from giving them diapers, to giving them food, to connecting them with resources [...] If you need a job, we can get you a job, if you need housing, we try to get you housing.” - Nannette West, South Sacramento Christian Team Member, Valley Hi
As a Community Incubator Lead for our BCLC work, South Sacramento Christian Center also provides violence prevention and intervention services, youth mentorship services and more. Staffed and led by Valley Hi natives, South Sacramento Christian Center is for the community, by the community.
“Black kids deserve to dream without limits and not be defined by their circumstances, their environment, or their trauma.” - Jermisha King, BCLC Sacramento County Department of Human Assistance Partner, Valley Hi

01/13/2026

March with purpose this MLK Day: Join us on Monday, January 19 at 8 AM in the West Lot (Sutterville entrance, across from Hughes Stadium) as we honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s profound legacy.
We’ll join thousands on the “March for the Dream” — a 6-mile journey from Sacramento City College through downtown to the SAFE Credit Union Convention Center. En route, you’ll encounter uplifting community performances and move in solidarity through Sacramento’s streets.
Post-march, the Diversity Expo (10 AM–2 PM) offers enriching resources: from career and education booths to health screenings, live entertainment, and the launch of “Journey to Justice,” a new year-round civic initiative.
Getting there & back is easy with SacRT’s free rides on Jan 19 (7 AM–3 PM), and free shuttle service after the march.
I encourage you to invite someone outside your usual network—share a meaningful “King-Talk” as we walk together. Let’s reflect, connect, and commit to equity and justice in action.
👉 For route maps and full event schedule, visit mlk365.org/the‑march/. See you there!

11/14/2025

*Webinar Date Change*
New Funding Opportunity: The Center’s Black Child Legacy Campaign is expanding to Rancho Cordova. If your organization serves Black families in this community, you could become the 8th Community Incubator Lead site in our network.
RFA Proposers Webinar will now be held November 17 at 3pm!

Apply before December 1 and join the movement to ensure Black children experience safer, healthier futures.

More information regarding proposers webinar can be found at Blackchildlegacy.org

11/03/2025

New Funding Opportunity: The Center’s Black Child Legacy Campaign is expanding to Rancho Cordova. If your organization serves Black families in this community, you could become the 8th Community Incubator Lead site in our network.
💡 Funding: Up to $100,000 over 6 months
📍 Focus: Reducing African American child deaths through community-driven solutions
👉 Apply before December 1 and join the movement to ensure Black children experience safer, healthier futures
🔗Link to more information and the application can be found in our bio

06/25/2025

Here's week 2's schedule, see you all on Saturday!

05/07/2025

The Stockton Boulevard Community Development Corporation presents the Lauren Hammond Memorial Fund Foundation Scholarship. Our mission is to support students in pursuit of higher education. The Scholarship Deadline is Friday, May 9th, 2025 at 11:59 PM
Eligibility:
- Must be a high school senior, entering into a trade school, a community college, a 4-year university or transferring from a community college in the Sacramento region.
- Must enroll as a full-time college student at a four-year university, community college or trade school by the Fall of 2025.
- Must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5
*Awardees must present certified proof of full-time enrollment to receive scholarship funds.
How to Apply:
Complete this online form and submit: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe_Ey56LdcwDtBs4qZPdAjbg-ea6pIqz3vjrFxA2KiwXCd_mw/viewform

The Scholarship Deadline is Friday, May 9th, 2025 at 11:59 PM.

03/14/2025

Join us for Ball Out Academy's March Madness event next Saturday at C.K. McClatchy High School! More info including how to register can be found on the fliers.

02/27/2025

🚗💳 FREE Car Buying & Credit Financial Workshop! 💳🚗

Ready to drive off in your dream car but unsure about financing? 🚘💨 Join us for a fun & informative workshop where we’ll break down the car-buying process and credit essentials in a way that’s easy to understand!

📅 March 19, 2025
📍 Robertson Community
3525 Norwood Ave, Sacramento, Ca 95838
⏰ 5:30pm - 7:30pm

💡 Learn how to:
✅ Improve your credit score
✅ Learn how to buy a car the smart way
✅ Avoid common car-buying mistakes
👥 Ages 16 & up welcome!

🎉 Light refreshments provided!

Bring your questions, bring a friend, and let’s make your car-buying journey smooth and stress-free!

To register go to the link below or scan the QR code from the flyer:
https://forms.office.com/r/xhYPREDLNN

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02/19/2025

Want to be part of making transportation more convenient in Sacramento, join a special session where your input could make a difference. February 20, 2025 6:00-7:30pm Participants may receive a small stipend or gift. For more information, please reference the flyer.

Address

1321 Garden Highway
Sacramento, CA
95833

Telephone

+19169224755

Website

http://www.blackchildlegacy.org/

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