Black Funders of St. Louis

Black Funders of St. Louis We offer a 7 month peer learning cohort for up to 10 Black leaders AND a bi-annual BLACC Travel Reset for 5-8 Black leaders.

BLACC, a federally qualified 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, is a beloved community cultivating leadership transformation in solidarity with Black leaders advancing Black-led social change. About
BLACC, a federally qualified 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, is a beloved community cultivating leadership transformation in solidarity with Black leaders advancing Black-led social change. BLACC addr

esses the need for cultural Professional Development (PD), peer learning and safe space for Black leaders to make true change within Black communities. Mission
Is to create solidarity with Black leaders advancing Black-led social change by centering Black culture, community, and individual leadership transformation. Organization Overview
BLACC is composed of two programs that work with Black leaders to build confidence, PD, and leadership skills by building community, peer learning, and resource sharing.

Mae JemisonDefying gravity and breaking barriers! 🚀✨ Today, we celebrate Mae Jemison, the first African-American woman i...
03/21/2025

Mae Jemison

Defying gravity and breaking barriers! 🚀✨

Today, we celebrate Mae Jemison, the first African-American woman in space. A physician, engineer, and astronaut, she proved that the sky is NOT the limit!

From orbiting Earth aboard the Space Shuttle Endeavour to inspiring future generations in STEM, her journey is a testament to Black excellence and limitless ambition.

Keep reaching for the stars! 🌟🚀

Fannie Lou HamerNobody’s free until everybody’s free. 🗳󰜪Today, we honor Fannie Lou Hamer, a fearless warrior in the figh...
03/19/2025

Fannie Lou Hamer

Nobody’s free until everybody’s free. 🗳󰜪

Today, we honor Fannie Lou Hamer, a fearless warrior in the fight for voting rights and civil
rights. From enduring brutal oppression to speaking truth to power at the 1964 Democratic
National Convention, she never backed down.

Her courage and activism paved the way for Black voters and future generations to have a voice in democracy.

Her legacy reminds us to keep fighting for justice! 💛🔥

Barbara SmithFearless. Unapologetic. Revolutionary. 󰜪📚Today, we celebrate Barbara Smith— a powerhouse in Black feminism,...
03/12/2025

Barbara Smith

Fearless. Unapologetic. Revolutionary. 󰜪📚

Today, we celebrate Barbara Smith— a powerhouse in Black feminism, a trailblazing scholar, and a relentless advocate for justice.

As a pioneering voice for Black women, the LGBTQ+ community, and socialist movements, she has shaped the fight for equality through her words, activism, and unwavering commitment to change.

Her impact echoes through generations, reminding us to keep pushing forward! 💜🔥

Mary Jane McLeod BethuneVisionary. Educator. Civil Rights Champion. ✊🏾🎓 Today, we honor Mary Jane McLeod Bethune— a powe...
03/11/2025

Mary Jane McLeod Bethune

Visionary. Educator. Civil Rights Champion. ✊🏾🎓
Today, we honor Mary Jane McLeod Bethune— a powerhouse leader who believed in the power of education to uplift communities. As the founder of Bethune-Cookman University and a fearless advocate for civil rights, she paved the way for future generations.

Her legacy of wisdom, resilience, and service continues to inspire us all! 💛📚

Michelle ObamaTrailblazer. Advocate. Inspiration. ✨ Michelle Obama—attorney, author, and the first African American Firs...
03/10/2025

Michelle Obama

Trailblazer. Advocate. Inspiration. ✨

Michelle Obama—attorney, author, and the first African American First Lady of the U.S.—has redefined leadership with grace, intelligence, and unwavering dedication to education, health, and empowerment. 💪🏾💖

Today, we celebrate her impact, her resilience, and her legacy!

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