End of Year Giving
Some Assembly Required Issue #11
This month’s newsletter is hitting your inbox early. Why? Because as you consider your holiday plans (and spending) my hope is that you’ll put something aside for end-of-year giving. This month I am highlighting BIPOC-led organizations that you can donate to. On average BIPOC-led organizations receive less funding than white-led organizations. A 2020 study found that the revenue of Black-led organizations is 24% smaller than that of their white-led counterparts. Disparities related to race continue even when factors like issue area and education are taken into account. It’s been a tough year for many, and organizations like the ones listed continue to serve their communities while working towards justice. If you’re able, set up a one-time or recurring donation. Happy Holidays!
Capitol B - investigative reporting for and by Black people
Hopa Mountain - investing in rural and tribal citizen leaders
Lighthouse Foundation - advancing equity and justice for Black LGBTQ+ people in Chicagoland
Hopi Relief - grassroots effort offering assistance and relief to the people of the Hopi villages during the current COVID-19 crisis
Creative Reaction Lab - education and civic engagement for racial justice & healthy living
United Indians of All Tribes Foundation - providing culturally responsive services to Seattle and King County’s Native community
Black Outside - reconnecting Black youth to the outdoors
Black Trans Travel Fund - providing Black transgender women the resources needed to access safe travel options
American Indian Community House - working to improve the status of Native Americans and to foster intercultural understanding.
WE ACT - environmental and climate justice
Sogorea Te' Land Trust - Indigenous women-led land trust facilitating the return of Indigenous land to Indigenous people
The death of Bell Hooks is a tremendous loss. There truly are no words that translate the magnitude of her greatness. If you haven’t had a chance to read her work I encourage you to meet her on the page.
#SavedByTheBellHooks
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