Centering Black women, femmes and girls through collective giving
We know that traditional philanthropy was not created with or in the image of Black women; however, Black women have always been philanthropic.
The practice of Black women not being allowed to bring their whole selves into spaces of philanthropy while funding in the name of liberation has had lasting impacts. Historically, Black generosity and philanthropy have created their own tables of progress, especially to support Black futures, and I Be Black Girl is no different (Feminist Strategy).
“Of the $356 million from foundations available for women and girls of color (WGOC) in 2017, less than $15 million, about 4.2%, was specified as benefitting Black women and girls.”
I Be Black Girl Gives (IBBGives) is a giving circle in Omaha, Nebraska, that centers Black women, femmes and girls through collective giving. A giving circle is formed when individuals come together and pool their dollars, decide where to give the money (and other resources, such as volunteering time), and learn about their community.
While there were other giving circles in the Omaha metro prior to IBBGives, none were specifically dedicated to investing in the lives of Black women, femmes and girls. IBBGives founding members recognized that philanthropy in Omaha looks and operates the same, often leaving out folks who are the closest to the issues and solutions. IBBGives is changing the landscape of philanthropy in the Omaha metro and invites Black women, femmes and girls to give in a way that is meaningful to us.
Serve at least 75% Black women, femmes and/or girls
Are led by Black women, femmes and/or girls
Provide IBBGives members an opportunity to volunteer
Reflect our values of humanity, equity and empowerment
Curls on the Block
Empower Me – Alyssa’s Piano Studio
Ladies in Information Technology (LITT)
Peace of Mine Self-Care Retreat
My Sister’s Keeper
The Keys Foundation/Confidently Me Mentoring Program
Heartbeat Dance
Ladies in Information Technology (LIIT)
Metro Omaha Women’s Business Center
Wonderfully Made
Collision
Smart Girls Travel Foundation
The Keys Foundation
Art Bus
Touch of Gold
Room for Roots – Priscilla’s Way
Omaha Black Doula Collective
Ladies in Information Technology (LIIT)
Wonderfully Made
The Keys Foundation
The Relationship Corner
UNO Black Excellence
Youth for Greater Good
Applicants must be organizations/projects serving and are led by Black women and girls in Omaha. Applicants do not have to be affiliated with a 501c3 nonprofit organization to apply for funding. Organizations and those leading community projects of all sizes and capacities (especially small, grassroots efforts) with budgets under $500,000 are strongly encouraged to apply! If you have questions about eligibility, email hello@ibeblackgirl.org
To be a voting member of IBBGives, you must identify as a Black woman, femme or girl and give a minimum of $150 before the December 31st year-end deadline.
If you do not identify as a Black woman but still want to support the initiative, please donate using the link below.
Only investors who who donate a minimum of $150 and identify as a Black woman, femme or girl will be able to participate in the decision-making process.
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