Looking for a nonprofit to support this Giving Tuesday? These organizations are dedicated to amplifying the voices of Black women and addressing the unique challenges they encounter.
Black women experience significant disparities in income and health, earning only 63 cents for every dollar their white male counterparts make. This is just one aspect of the numerous challenges they face. Several nonprofits are committed to tackling these issues through advocacy, research, and philanthropy, recognizing that enhancing the circumstances for Black women ultimately benefits all women. Here are seven nonprofits worth your support this Giving Tuesday and for your year-end contributions.
Black Mamas Matter Alliance
CDC data shows that Black women are three times as likely to die from pregnancy-related complications compared to white women. The Black Mamas Matter Alliance aims to change this alarming statistic. Their mission is to elevate the voices of Black mothers and advocate for policies that improve Black maternal health outcomes. They envision a world where Black mothers receive the rights, respect, and resources necessary to thrive before, during, and after childbirth.
The Black Women's Agenda
Established in 1977, the Black Women's Agenda focuses on bridging the gender gaps affecting Black women who face systemic racism. With Black women disproportionately impacted by poverty and limited economic opportunities, the organization strives to drive change through research-driven policy recommendations. They conduct workshops and publish reports addressing economic, social, and civil rights issues pertinent to Black women's experiences. Additionally, they collaborate with over two dozen other national organizations that are committed to empowering Black women.
Black Women's Health Imperative
Founded in the early 1980s, the Black Women's Health Imperative is the first health and wellness nonprofit created specifically for Black women. Their initiatives aim to empower Black women to take charge of their health, highlight health disparities they face, and advocate for policies that positively affect their health.
Buy From a Black Woman
Despite being among the fastest-growing groups of entrepreneurs in the U.S., businesses owned by Black women generate nearly five times less in annual sales compared to all women-owned businesses. Since 2016, Buy From a Black Woman has been dedicated to empowering these entrepreneurs through educational programs, funding, and resources. This organization believes that supporting Black women-owned businesses uplifts entire communities.
National Coalition of 100 Black Women
The National Coalition of Black Women advocates for leadership development and gender equity for Black women and girls, focusing on health, education, and economic empowerment.
With 60 local chapters across 28 states, they influence policies that promote gender equity in these critical areas while also fostering leadership skills in Black women and girls.
Black Women in Film Network
Promoting representation, the Black Women in Film Network works to enhance the visibility of Black women in film and the broader entertainment industry.
The organization empowers women of color to share their untold stories through various media, including feature films and documentaries. Originally established in 1997 as the Black Women Film Preservation Project, the network now supports filmmakers and showcases positive representations of women of color.
Black Trans Femmes in the Arts
Black Trans Femmes in the Arts is dedicated to fostering Black trans art by providing resources and support to Black trans femme artists.
For the trans community, visibility is crucial. Reports show the life expectancy for trans women of color is just 35 years. Each year, many transgender lives are lost to violence, with Black transgender women disproportionately affected.
Moreover, out of every $100 donated by U.S.-based foundations, less than 3 cents reaches trans communities, and even less supports Black trans communities.
Many charitable organizations were established through traditional wealth networks that often overlook the needs of women and people of color. Nonprofits aimed at uplifting Black women genuinely require support.
