Black Philanthropy Circle
The Black Philanthropy Circle by Baltimore Community Foundation funds Black-led Baltimore nonprofits advancing African-American well-being in fields like health, education, arts, and community services.
Funder: Baltimore Community Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: $25,000 per grant; typically awarded as a one-time grant.
Summary: Supports Black-led or Black community-based nonprofits in Baltimore advancing the well-being of African-Americans across a range of focus areas.
Key Information: Only 501(c)3 nonprofits (or those with a fiscal agent) serving the Baltimore metro area are eligible.
Description
The Black Philanthropy Circle, administered by the Baltimore Community Foundation, is a donor-advised fund dedicated to supporting nonprofit organizations that advance the well-being of African-Americans in the Baltimore metropolitan area. The initiative provides targeted charitable giving to organizations focused on arts and culture, economic welfare, education, community service, environment, human services, and health. The program especially seeks to empower Black-led nonprofits and those based in Black communities to deliver impactful and sustainable services.
