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Foundation for Black Communities Unveils $9.5M Black Ideas Grant 

Black communities steer the way to solutions with unprecedented new grant program.

Toronto, ON – October 1, 2024 – The Foundation for Black Communities (FFBC) announces the launch of the Black Ideas Grant (B.I.G.) 2.0, a $9.5 million initiative designed to support Black-led, mandated, and serving (B3) organizations across Canada. Building on the remarkable success of the inaugural B.I.G. program in 2023, this expanded grant aims to amplify the momentum and enhance the social and economic well-being of Black communities by providing flexible funding for capacity-building, program development, and community spaces.

This year, the Black Ideas Grant offers three strategic funding streams:

1. Core Stream: Up to $30,000 for essential organizational needs.
2. Catapult Stream: Up to $80,000 to launch new programs and initiatives.
3. Community Capital Stream: Up to $200,000 for physical space projects that offer long-term community benefits.

“The Black Ideas Grant represents our commitment to addressing the critical need for sustained investment in Black communities,” said Liban Abokor, Co-Chair of the FFBC Board. “With an increased funding pool of nearly 10 million, we aim to support more organizations and reach even more communities.”

“When we include people, Canada wins. Through the Black-led Philanthropic Endowment Fund, we’re creating a sustainable source of funding for Black-led non-profit organizations, ensuring they have the means to address their priorities. This initiative aims to improve the social and economic outcomes of Black communities across the country and is a part of the over $872 million we’ve invested to support initiatives under the United Nations International Decade for People of African Descent”

– Minister of Diversity, Inclusion and Persons with Disabilities, Kamal Khera

Applications Open Today

Starting October 1, 2024, FFBC invites eligible organizations to apply for B.I.G. 2.0. The application period will close on November 8, 2024. Interested applicants are encouraged to visit https://forblackcommunities.org/black-ideas-grant-b-i-g-2-0-2024/ for detailed information on eligibility requirements, application guidelines, and timelines.

Acknowledging Our Partners

The Black Ideas Grant is made possible through the generous support of our partners, including the Government of Canada, Chagnon Foundation, Laidlaw Foundation, Inspirit Foundation, Definity Foundation, Vancouver Foundation, Calgary Foundation, Sun Life, Suncor, Canadian Tire, Ontario Trillium Foundation, Balsam Foundation, Dragonfly Ventures, and many more.

For More Information

• Visit: FFBC Website 
• Register for virtual information sessions:
  • October 8, 2024 (English)
  • October 9, 2024 (French)

Media Contact:
Jenny Meya
Communications Manager
Foundation for Black Communities
Email: [email protected]

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About Foundation for Black Communities

The Foundation for Black Communities was established to support Black-led, mandated and serving charitable and nonprofit organizations across Canada. FFBC works to eliminate systemic barriers and advance the socio-economic outcomes of Black communities through sustainable funding sources and strategic partnerships.

About Black Ideas Grant 2023:

• Over $9 million in funding supported 107 projects
• Projects were funded in each province and territory in Canada
• Reached over 100,000 Black community members through funded projects
• Over 3,000 applications were submitted, requesting a total of $203 million in funding

Equity as Our Blueprint for Discovering Truth

By Nneka Otogbolu, (she/her/elle) | Chief Operating Officer, Foundation for Black Communities

During my journey to Geneva for the Permanent Forum of People of African Descent (PFPAD), I engaged in inspiring conversations and received empowering teachings from various leaders across the globe. These influential leaders and representatives were passionately advocating for the importance of championing inclusivity and nixing crucial barriers that affect Black communities globally. The exchanges I encountered during the sessions deepened my understanding of the pivotal issues regarding racial justice, reparative justice, education, culture, systemic racism, and more.  

Attending the forum afforded me the opportunity to observe wide-ranging perspectives. Despite our multifarious educational backgrounds, cultural heritages, and nationalities, we spoke in harmony when addressing the challenges plaguing our Black communities. Echoing a collective resonance that underscores the universal issues that we face. This commonality and the need to strive for more support for Black leaders and businesses, reinforces an imperative unified action.  

The preliminary crux of the target issue, an economic dilemma, goes without saying, there’s an imbalance in equity structures due to increasingly unequal societies. For leaders to serve as examples for the youth and guide them to navigate the complexities of the world, our efforts to combat systemic racism and advance inclusivity should be rooted in ensuring equitable access to resources, ergo guaranteeing success for all. 

During the discussions about race relations, systemic racism, and how we as leaders can continue to drive change, I found myself grappling with the complexities of the intersections of equality and equity. And the recognition that to get to an equal footing, we need to understand equity – its benefits and its clear-cut ways of pointing out the discrepancies caused by social determinism. The Honorable Jean Augustine said, “In our advocacy for equity or equality, we are usually left behind or the door shut in our faces.” As leaders who ally on being the example and implementing policies and plans into action, we empathize with the social and cultural factors determining individual’s livelihood and beliefs as significant societal structures put in place shape the residual effects of actions and choices. 

Although I was in awe of what I experienced at the forum and what was expressed in the lectures and the breakout sessions, I knew I was not only there to be in attendance but to take in my own line of questioning – creating my own mental dissertation of it all. There was a discussion of microaggressions, and it was compared to droplets of water trickling. Making the revelation that until we all make the effort to exercise critical thinking and indulge in proper discourse, those droplets of microaggressions will convert into a tsunami. 

When fostering critical consciousness, we revert to our innate need to do the right thing. We practice good governance by partaking in discourse that sow seeds for change, skill development, and problem-solving. Moreover, we actively engage in unpacking our own peripheral vantage points and confronting our unchecked biases. Committing to this, we gain understanding of contrasting opinions and experiences. Leading us to pave the way for honest and genuine empathy, inclusivity, and meaningful progression.  

There is still a need to tell the stories of the people of the African diaspora from their lenses. Eurocentric narratives of the African continent that have been taught in schools and have later festered in our workplaces, media, and politics, are still being used to deny and degrade us. Capitalizing on the impact of inequality which has heavily caused polarizing politics. As a keen observer, I asked myself some riveting questions: How do we address the root causes of issues faced by people of African descent in Canada? How can we think of reparations and decolonization as complementary processes other than odds? Also, where do I currently stand as a woman, a mother, and of African descent?  

I also reflected on a point that was made during our sessions about individual struggles and how the idea of living single-struggle lives is untrue. We’ve recognized the complexity of our experiences and learned to advocate on multiple fronts. This includes addressing issues such as women’s rights, healthcare, education, and the importance of data collection to measure the impact we aim to achieve for economic growth and development. Acknowledging the necessity of studying and implementing solutions before they are universally accessible is a social and human responsibility that falls on everyone. By doing so, we improve our abilities and become better policymakers, lawmakers, researchers, educators, colleagues, allies, and storytellers. Ultimately, we pave the way for personal growth and societal advancement.  

At the forum, Sheila Walker emphasized, ‘We are not a blank slate. We come to the fore with knowledge.’ Her words signaled our capacity to achieve more and contribute to Canada’s ongoing progress. Paralleling this sentiment, The Honorable Jean Augustine emphasized the importance of ‘building an equitable space for Black communities.’ Together, their insights highlight the potential for positive change and inclusive growth in our society. 

Attending this forum has ignited a deeper sense of purpose within me. The urgent call to drive change in our workplaces, policies, and communities is a clear demand to protect people. With each step forward, fueled by the momentum of collective action, I am hopeful for the next decade, building upon the learnings and wisdom gained from the victories and setbacks faced in the first decade, and hoping that together, we can all create remarkable outcomes for communities of African Descent across Canada and the globe. 

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Toronto, Ontario, May 14, 2024 – The Foundation for Black Communities (FFBC) has announced the recipients of its inaugural Black Ideas Grant (B.I.G): Bridge and Build 2023/24 program. This ground-breaking investment of over $9.1 million will empower 107 Black-led, Black-focused, and Black-serving grassroots, non-profit, and charitable organizations across Canada. The grants will support critical, community-based, solution-oriented initiatives.

The B.I.G. program addresses a significant need for sustained funding within Black community organizations. “This program is a cornerstone of our commitment to empower Black communities with the resources they need to confront historical and ongoing inequities. B.I.G. exemplifies community collaboration and embodies FFBC’s unique Participatory Grantmaking Process, where Black community members play the lead role in determining the solutions and projects to support their communities.”

– Marlene Jennings, Foundation for Black Communities Co-Chair 

FFBC’s B.I.G. program provides flexible one-year grants, aiming for immediate impact while fostering the development of transformative programs for the future. The grants will bolster the capacity and program delivery of recipient organizations, focusing on combating anti-Black racism, improving social outcomes, and enhancing economic outcomes for Black Canadians.

“’Diversity and inclusion make Canada stronger. Today’s announcement builds on transformative investments our government has made to empower Black communities across Canada since endorsing the United Nations International Decade for People of African Descent in 2018. Through the Black-led Philanthropic Endowment Fund, we have created a sustainable source of funding for Black-led not-for-profit organizations, ensuring that they have the means to address their priorities. The recipients of this first call for proposals will help in our fight against anti-Black racism and in improving the social and economic outcomes of Black communities across the country.”  

– Kamal Khera, Minister of Diversity, Inclusion and Persons with Disabilities

FFBC was established in response to the call for a new paradigm in philanthropy for Black communities. As the steward of the historic $200 million Black-led Philanthropic Endowment Fund, funded by the Government of Canada, FFBC is a first-of-its kind institution dedicated to ensuring that Black-led, Black-serving, and Black-focused (B3) organizations have the vital resources needed to create lasting change.

The Foundation congratulates this year’s recipients of the Black Ideas Grant and looks forward to the profound impact they will continue to make across Canada. 

Please find a list of the B.I.G. recipients and their projects here.

To learn more about the Foundation for Black Communities or to join us in our mission, visit www.forblackcommunities.org.

About the Foundation for Black Communities

The Foundation for Black Communities (FFBC) was established to ensure every Black person can thrive and Black communities have agency in defining their own future. Founded in 2020, FFBC is Canada’s first-ever philanthropic foundation dedicated to ensuring Black-led, Black-serving, and Black-focused organizations have the sustained resources needed to make a meaningful impact.

For media inquiries, please contact: 
Leah Sanford 
Director of Communications 
[email protected]

Marnie Myszko 
[email protected] 

“Community-Powered Philanthropy”: Local Committees of Black Canadians Select Over 100 Projects for Funding through the Foundation for Black Communities’ Inaugural Black Ideas Grant

Gratitude and Recognition

We wish to express our deepest gratitude to all the dedicated and passionate Black community members from across Canada who helped shape and design the Foundation for Black Communities’ (FFBC) inaugural Black Ideas Grant (B.I.G.): Bridge and Build 2023. We witnessed hundreds of community members across every province step up to join local Community Selection Circles. We commend their commitment, meticulous diligence, and exemplary leadership in adjudicating and selecting projects that are sure to have a significant impact not only across Canada but also within their very own communities.

We also want to acknowledge and extend our appreciation to every applicant for your effort and engagement. We received over 2,000 applications, showcasing a diverse range of innovative ideas and the vibrant dedication present within Black-led nonprofits and charities across Canada. Each application was a testament to the passion and commitment that drive your missions. We are profoundly moved and inspired by the diversity and quality of your proposals, showcasing the incredible breadth of impactful work being undertaken by you – alongside and for our communities.  

Facing Our Challenges

For our inaugural Black Ideas Grant, the request for funding drastically exceeded the resources available, with proposals exceeding $203 million in funding requests against the $9 million available for distribution. This overwhelming demand has highlighted a stark reality: just under 2,000 critical programs will remain unfunded for this call for proposals. This stark reality underscores the findings of our 2020 research report, “Unfunded,”  which revealed substantial underinvestment and under resourcing of Black-led, Black-focused, and Black-serving non-profits and charitable groups in Canada.

Our Ongoing Efforts to Further Support Community

FFBC remains firmly committed to supporting you and all the incredible organizations that are stepping up and delivering unwavering support and programming to meet our most pressing challenges.  Our learnings from this round of funding have shaped our ongoing commitments. Actions stemming from the 2023 Black Ideas Grant include, but are not limited to, the following: 

• Actively connecting grant applicants with other funders to help uncover new funding opportunities;

• Collaborating with funders to create new funding partnerships; and
• Recommending non-funded projects to be assessed by foundations and funders for upcoming call for proposals.  

A Call to Action

There is still much to be done and collective action is needed. FFBC extends a broadened call to action to our fellow philanthropic organizations, the private sector, and federal, provincial, and municipal governments. We urge increased support for Black-led initiatives through:

• Creating specific and targeted funding opportunities for Black communities;
• Focusing on hiring more Black employees across all levels of organizations;
• Shifting the power of funding decisions directly to the communities affected, ensuring those who are most impacted have a voice in shaping solutions; and 
• Recruiting Black community members onto Boards to provide governance that is truly representative and informed by those we aim to support.

Together, We Make a Difference

By joining forces across multiple sectors, we can address these funding disparities and ensure Black-led nonprofits and charities have the necessary resources to thrive and meet the diverse needs of our communities. FFBC remains ready to collaborate with all stakeholders committed to this mission and stands ready to work with you to forge a more inclusive future.

Looking Ahead

We look forward to announcing the over 100 projects selected by the local Community Selection Circles. These incredible projects span from coast to coast and offer brilliant and critical solutions to a variety of issue areas, including housing, food security, health and wellbeing, economic empowerment, arts, culture, and so much more. We are thrilled and proud to partner with these organizations and look forward to the impact they will have on our communities.

Acknowledgments

Finally, we want to thank the hundreds of Black community members from across the country who have provided their expertise and voices to help design the Black Ideas Grant and serve as local Community Selection Circle members.  Community Selection Circle members dedicated significant time and effort in reviewing, adjudicating, and selecting the final recipients for funding within their own respective communities. Their participation is a testament to our shared belief in the ability of Black communities to understand the needs and solutions required in their own communities, to know what is best for them, and to hold the power to invest in themselves. This is the heart of trust-based philanthropy and will remain the driving force of FFBC today and into the future.

Thank You

Once again, thank you to every applicant and community member for your understanding and continued trust in our mission. We are committed to your success and to the broader vision of a future where Black communities have the resources to self-determine their own solutions-making and thrive.

Black@TED: FFBC’s partnership with TED – a significant milestone in our shared commitment to fostering diversity, empowerment, and positive change for Black Communities worldwide.

Black@TED

FFBC is thrilled to announce our partnership with TED, Black@TED, marking a significant milestone in our shared commitment to fostering diversity, empowerment, and positive change for Black Communities worldwide.

At the heart of FFBC lies a commitment to invest in Black communities and to be a catalyst for systemic change — and to ensure this commitment is shared broadly by all. Our journey is one of innovation, advocacy, and unyielding dedication to rectify underinvestment in Black communities — a testament to the power of proactive engagement and action. 

“At the core of our partnership lies a shared vision to amplify Black voices and ideas. Together, we are embarking on an extraordinary journey to enhance the TED experience for Black attendees. At TED2024, Black@TED provides a platform for Black TED attendees to forge meaningful connections, strengthen allyship, and engage in thought-provoking discussions inspired by the conference and beyond.”

Leah Sanford, Director of Communications, on behalf of FFBC

Partnerships with TED are not merely transactions; they are transformative experiences. Leveraging TED’s global platform and its progressive approach to education and learning through storytelling, this collaboration has the power to reshape narratives, shift cultures, and inspire a community of Black TED attendees, allies, and local community members to collectively create societal and systemic change. 

“TED is excited to partner with the Foundation for Black Communities for the upcomingTED2024 Conference! This collaboration isn’t just about amplifying Black voices and ideas – it’s about creating vibrant spaces where the Black@TED community can thrive and grow. Together we’re not just building networks, but igniting conversations, forging connections, and championing change makers who are redefining what’s possible and are helping to pave the way for a future where everyone’s voice is heard and valued.  FFBC brings a vision that truly resonates with us – an idea changes everything – and we are thrilled to join forces and make it a reality through our work together.”

Monique Ruff Bell, TED Chief Program & Strategy Officer

Join us in celebrating this momentous partnership! 

If you are attending TED2024, please join us for the following Black@TED events: 

Black@TED welcome meetup
Monday, April 15, 3:00PM – 4:30PM PDT

Black@TED reception dinner
Wednesday, April 17, 7:00PM – 10:00PM PDT

Black@TED closing meetup
Thursday, April 18, 3:30PM – 4:30PM PDT

FFBC extends our heartfelt gratitude to TED – together, we are building a global community that thrives on dialogue, connection, and collective impact for years to come. 

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Foundation for Black Communities Launches Historic Grant 

Flagship ‘”Black Ideas Grant: Bridge and Build 2023” to Support Black Communities in Canada  

Canada – December 18, 2023 – The Foundation for Black Communities (FFBC) has launched a historic grant, aiming to provide critically-needed funds to Black-led, serving, and focused (B3) organizations in Canada. B.I.G. The Black Ideas Grant: Bridge and Build 2023 provides one-year flexible funding to increase the capacity and program-related supports of B3 charitable and non-profits as they combat anti-Black racism and improve social and economic outcomes for Black communities.

B3 non-profit and charity organizations stand as pillars of strength and support to Black communities across Canada. FFBC celebrates and will continue to invest in their crucial role in cultivating Black communities that are healthy, vibrant, and thriving. 

“The Black Ideas Grant is an example of how FFBC is investing in Black communities and connecting Black organizations and changemakers on the ground with new and sustainable resources that can ensure their services and supports continue to meet the needs of our community. This investment will advance our mission to remove barriers and improve the socio-economic outcomes for Black communities.”

Liban Abokor, Foundation for Black Communities Board Co-Chair

By March 31st, 2024, FFBC aims to allocate $9 million in grants through its Black Ideas Grant which focuses on the diverse needs, self-determination, and aspirations of Black communities. The grant is split into three streams: the Core Stream, Catapult Stream, and Community Capital Stream, offering up to $40,000, $100,000, and $250,000 respectively to qualifying organizations. 

FFBC was founded on the goal of supporting community organizations working to overcome the systemic barriers faced by Black communities. The Black Ideas Grant is an important new tool in FFBC’s strategy to ensure Black community organizations have the sustainable funding and resources they need to meet the needs of Black Canadian communities. 

“When we include people, Canada wins. Through the Black-led Philanthropic Endowment Fund, we’re creating a sustainable source of funding for Black-led not-for-profit organizations, ensuring they have the means to address their priorities. This initiative aims to improve the social and economic outcomes of Black communities across the country and supports the engagements we have undertaken during the United Nations International Decade for People of African Descent.”

Kamal Khera, federal Minister of Diversity, Inclusion and Persons with Disabilities

FFBC is holding online virtual information sessions to further explain the aims and objectives of the Black Ideas Grant as well as to provide greater details on the application process, eligibility, and the selection assessment. FFBC’s website will also offer translated version of the Application Guides, Eligibility Criteria, Processes, and FAQs in English, French, Somali, Yoruba, Amharic, Tigrigna, and Spanish.  

Important Dates: 

Applications open	Informational  Webinars	Applications close	Successful applicants announced
December 18th, 2023	December 19, 21 2023 and January 16, 18, 2024	February 1st, 2024	March 2024

Applications open on December 18, 2023 and must be submitted by February 1, 2024, at 11:59 PM PT. Qualifying organizations are encouraged to visit the FFBC’s web page to learn more about the Black Ideas Grant and apply. 

 

About the Foundation for Black Communities:
The Foundation for Black Communities (FFBC) was established to ensure every Black person can thrive and all Black communities have agency in defining their own future. Founded in 2020, FFBC is Canada’s first-ever philanthropic foundation dedicated to ensuring that Black-led, Black-serving, and Black-focused organizations have the sustained resources needed to make a meaningful impact. 

Media Contact:
Leah Sanford
Director of Communications
[email protected] 

Applicant Contact:
For more information, prospective applicants may email [email protected]  or schedule a call with an FFBC Grant Specialist by clicking here.

A strong foundation for Canadian philanthropy to shift capital to Black communities.

Less than 0.1% of philanthropic funding in Canada is going to Black-led organizations. 

The Foundation for Black Communities (FFBC) came to fruition from perseverance and leadership of Black philanthropic leaders. This organization was created for, and driven by, Black communities in Canada; it exists to ensure their flourishing and self-determination. At Community Foundations of Canada (CFC), we are thrilled to have the opportunity to work alongside FFBC. 

In 2021, the groundbreaking Unfunded Report  from the Network for the Advancement of Black Communities and Carleton University drew stark attention to the systemic underfunding of Black-led and Black-serving organizations by foundations in Canada. The report found that between 2017 and 2018, grants to Black-serving organizations represented only 0.7 percent of total grants and grants to Black-led organizations were only 0.07 percent of total grants made in the same period. 

In response to the data and recommendation in the Unfunded Report , FFBC was established as the first of its kind, Black-led, Black-serving community grant-maker, convener, and —  for a growing network of philanthropic organizations like CFC — a partner in addressing this systemic inequity. They are working to ensure that Black-led, Black-serving, and Black-focused non-profit, charitable, and grassroots organizations have the sustained resources and infrastructures they need to make a meaningful impact. In recognition of their critical role in shifting capital to Black-led and Black-serving organizations the Government of Canada selected FFBC to administer the $200 million Black-led Philanthropic Endowment Fund. Their work has also been supported by many community foundations including Vancouver Foundation as an Allied Foundation Partner. 

Since its establishment, FFBC has worked in close collaboration with CFC to respond to systemic racism and advance Black-led solutions to pressing community challenges. In collaboration, we have: developed and modeled new grantmaking systems and processes that centre equity and address critical gaps identified in the Unfunded Report, partnered to support the implementation of the Government of Canada’s Investment Readiness Program (IRP), a $50 million fund designed to support social purpose organizations, supported the development of strong regional partnerships between FFBC and local community foundations, and partnered to support educational programming for foundations, including through CFC’s 2021 ALL IN Summit and RECONNECT 2023 Conference. 

“Community foundations not only anchor local communities but also bridge connections between them. Being a part of this movement is both profound and transformative, allowing us to become part of a network of individuals who share our values regarding local, community-centered decision-making. This network sheds light on solutions to combat inequities such as Anti-Black racism, spanning from coast to coast.”

• Liban Abokor, Board Chair , Foundation for Black Communities 

FFBC is Canada’s first-ever philanthropic foundation that exists to ensure that every Black community in Canada can thrive and have agency in defining their own future. At CFC, we see the work they are doing and want to be part of the solution. The opportunity to work in partnership with FFBC has strengthened CFC’s efforts as well as those of Canada’s community foundations, and provided a strong foundation for Canadian philanthropy to shift capital to Black communities. Following the leadership of the FFBC, we have a unique opportunity to ensure Black communities have the resources and organizations necessary to shape their own solution-making and self-determination. 

Philanthropy exists to support and serve communities— communities that are defined by geography, language, race, culture, gender identity and more. We are thrilled to welcome FFBC as a member of CFC. They join an incredible and growing network that works across all intersections of community. In recent years, we have been fortunate to welcome and work collaboratively with foundations such as La Fondation franco-albertaine and The Ulnooweg Indigenous Communities Foundation who are serving communities at the intersection of identity and geography.

“We are thrilled to be welcoming FFBC to the network of community foundations working coast to coast to coast. Our work together supports us  to shift how we do and think about philanthropy. FFBC demonstrates how community can be defined by where you live, who you are and how you are connected to the people around you.  We look forward to how FFBC will inspire us and the network of community foundations in how we work and better serve Black communities.’

• Andrea Dicks, President, Community Foundations of Canada

The strength of our network of community foundations is our diversity as we continue to pursue a future where everyone belongs. Working with community foundations throughout the network, we look forward to supporting and working alongside FFBC in their mandate to serve Black people in Canada. We are excited for the perspectives they will bring, and how they will inspire all of us to look at our processes, granting and how it impacts Black communities across the country. In partnership with FFBC’s leadership, we can increase funding the Black-serving and Black-led organizations from coast to coast to coast. 

For Immediate Release 

Foundation for Black Communities Increases Grassroots Recreation Opportunities For Ontario’s Black Youth 

The Foundation for Black Communities (FFBC) is pleased to announce 20 additional recipients from the original pool of applicants of the Ontario Youth Wellness Grant, Explore stream.

Funding from the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport of up to $500,000 will support active recreation youth wellness projects or Black-focused, Black-led youth initiatives.

“The investment in 20 projects by the Ontario Government will help us to continue to enhance support to Black-led and Black-focused community organizations as well as learn more about the needs of Black youth through these innovative projects,” said Gladys Ahovi, President & CEO, Foundation for Black Communities.

The Ontario Youth Wellness Grant’s objectives are to:

• Increase the quantity and improve the quality of wellness programs for Black youth (ages 6-29) in Ontario.
• Increase the capacity of Ontario’s Black organizations and leaders.
• Provide opportunities for organizational growth.
• Support planning and piloting of new ideas that channel sports and recreation to positively impact Ontario’s Black youth.

“The Foundation for Black Communities plays a vital role in supporting safe and inclusive sport and recreation programming for Black children and youth across the province,” said Neil Lumsden, Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sport. “The Ontario government is proud to provide this funding to expand opportunities for Black youth in Ontario to experience all the benefits that stem from participating in sport.”

The full list of recipients can be found here: 

Recipients

About the Foundation for Black Communities

The Foundation for Black Communities invests in change-making, working alongside the Canadian community, philanthropic, political, and business organizations to ensure that Black-led, Black-serving, and Black-focused non-profit, charitable, and grassroots organizations have the sustained resources and infrastructure they need to make a meaningful impact.

Media contact:
Winy Bernard
Communications
1-833-442-5225, ext. 709
[email protected]

Is there a way to give back that benefits everyone? Citing the success of collective giving practices from around the world, philanthropic advisor Rebecca Darwent asks donors to let communities lead decision-making, ushering in a new era of philanthropy that’s rooted in interconnected humanity.

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