As the season of gratitude and generosity approaches, Giving Tuesday offers a beautiful opportunity to give back to organizations making meaningful impacts in your communities. Supporting nonprofits led by women who look like you can be especially empowering. These nonprofits address critical issues like education, mental health, economic disparity, and environmental justice while centering the experiences and needs of Black women and girls.
This Giving Tuesday, consider channeling your resources toward Black women-owned nonprofits that are not only amplifying voices in your communities but also creating lasting change.
Black Women-Owned Nonprofits to Support
Each of these organizations embodies the power of Black women’s leadership, vision, and resilience. Your contribution can help ensure their missions continue to thrive, fostering a brighter and more equitable future for all.
1. Black Women’s Health Imperative
For over 35 years, the Black Women’s Health Imperative has been the only national organization solely dedicated to improving the health and wellness of Black women and girls. They run evidence-based programs and campaigns to support physical, maternal, and reproductive health for Black women.
2. Buy From a Black Woman
Since 2016, Buy From a Black Woman has empowered Black women in business through educational programs, funding, and other resources. Despite Black women being one of the fastest-growing groups of entrepreneurs in the country, annual sales for businesses owned by Black women are close to five times smaller than for all women-owned businesses. This organization strives to bridge that gap.
3. National Coalition of 100 Black Women
The National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Inc. (NCBW) is a non-profit volunteer organization for African American women. Its members address common issues in their communities, families, and personal lives, promoting gender and racial equity.
4. Black Girls Code
Black Girls Code is on a mission to increase the number of Black women working in computer programming. By hosting after-school programs and workshops, the organization plans to train one million young Black women in the field by the year 2040.
5. The National Black Women’s Justice Institute
The National Black Women’s Justice Institute is dedicated to eliminating racial and gender barriers for Black women, girls, and their families. The organization addresses issues like criminalization, economic marginalization, domestic violence, and more.