Events & Campaigns

For five years, we’ve been working to close the racial gap in giving by uplifting Black-founded nonprofits. Celebrate with us by:

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Here’s to the next 5 years of impact — thank you for being part of the journey!

We’ve hit 2,000 Black-founded nonprofits in the Giving Gap directory! That’s 2,000 organizations rewriting the rules, restoring trust, and reshaping what equity looks like in our communities.

From grassroots powerhouses to nationally recognized changemakers, each nonprofit in our directory is proof that when you fund solutions for our communities, everybody wins. We’re not just growing—we’re building a movement. Click search to explore, support, and save your favorite orgs.

In this heartfelt and energizing interview, Dr. Keri Hill, founder and executive director of She Soars, shares her vision for building safe, empowering spaces where Black girls and teens thrive.

Through community-rooted, youth-led programming, She Soars is meeting the moment—addressing the real needs of young Black girls with care, intention, and bold leadership. Dr. Hill’s passion for equity, healing, and empowerment shines as she speaks on the transformative impact of listening to and investing in the next generation.

Tune in for a powerful conversation about purpose, possibility, and how we all can help our girls rise. 💫

In a powerful and personal conversation, Christina Lewis shares her reflections on 'Titan', the newly launched museum exhibit honoring the extraordinary life and legacy of her father, Reginald F. Lewis—business pioneer, philanthropist, and trailblazer.

As co-founder and Honorary Board Member of Giving Gap, Christina brings a unique perspective on carrying forward a legacy of impact. She’s also the founder of Beatrice Advisors, a dynamic, women-led, minority-owned wealth management firm that's reshaping how the next generation builds and preserves wealth.

Don’t miss this inspiring glimpse into heritage, leadership, and the power of representation.

Welcome to the powerful finale of our #AUDACIOUS series! 🔥

In this 5th and final installment, we sit down with Markasa Tucker-Harris, Executive Director of the African American Roundtable (AART), for an impassioned conversation on liberation, mobilization, and community-building.

Markasa shares powerful insights into what it takes to organize, nurture, and transform Black leaders in the ongoing fight for Black liberation. From grassroots organizing to shifting systems of power, this episode is a must-watch for anyone invested in justice, equity, and lasting change.

In the fourth installment of our #AUDACIOUS conversation series, we sit down with the inspiring Dr. Altreisha Foster—educator, leader, and founder of the Cake Therapy Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Sugarspoon Desserts.

This episode dives into the transformative power of baking as a tool for personal healing and community building. Dr. Foster shares how the kitchen becomes more than just a place to create sweet treats—it becomes a sacred space for connection, leadership, and sisterhood.

We explore how Cake Therapy is using the art of baking to uplift lives, foster wholeness, and inspire change one recipe, one story, and one heart at a time.

🔥 In our 3rd #AUDACIOUS conversation, we dive into an electrifying discussion with Jade Rogers, Founder & Chief Innovation Officer of The House of Afros, Capes & Curls!

If you love sci-fi, fantasy, comics, gaming, and Afrofuturism, this episode is a must-watch! 🎮🚀 Jade shares her inspiring journey of building a space where Black and marginalized voices thrive in geek culture—a community that’s too often overlooked in the worlds of science fiction and gaming.

From celebrating diverse stories to breaking barriers in the industry, Jade is redefining what it means to create your own table instead of waiting for a seat at someone else’s. Now that’s innovation! 🙌

In Part 2 of our #AUDACIOUS conversation series, we sit down with Chelsea VonChaz, Founder & She-EO of #HappyPeriod. Chelsea is on a mission to shift the conversation around menstrual health, education, and advocacy. She believes in equipping the next generation with the knowledge to advocate for their bodies and well-being.

Join us as we dive into her passion for period equity, breaking stigmas, and empowering communities. And that’s on #PERIOD! 💪✨

In our first #AUDACIOUS interview, we sit down with Neda Kellogg, Executive Director of Project DIVA International, for a powerful conversation about Black girls, their education, development, and the impact of community engagement.

Don’t miss this inspiring discussion on how we can uplift and empower the next generation!

In our final #ShowSomeLove interview, we sit down with Robert Burch, founder & executive director of Sema Hadithi Foundation for a powerful, eye-opening conversation on the rich African American history and untold stories of Black Americans in Utah and the Mountain West.

You won’t want to miss this gem-filled discussion! Plus, get an exclusive sneak peek at the incredible things Sema Hadithi has on the horizon.

We had the honor to sit down with Dr. Noelle Trent, President & CEO of the Museum of African American History (MAAH). In this brilliant conversation, Dr. Trent reveals the innovative and interactive ways the museum is educating, engaging and empowering the community.

You don't to miss this illuminating conversation with a leader and historian.

In this inspirational interview, we sit down with the founder of Celebrate! Maya Project, Janis Kearney to discuss the preservation and celebration of the incomparable Dr. Maya Angelou.

Since 2014, the Celebrate! Maya Project has honored Dr. Maya Angelou’s legacy by promoting her life, contributions, and global impact. Dedicated to educating Arkansas’ youth, the project preserves her history, champions the humanities, and inspires service to others. Join us in celebrating this literary icon!

In this thought-provoking premiere interview for the Giving Gap #ShowSomeLove campaign, we sit down with Stephanie Johnson, founder of 95 Counties which helps Black Tennesseans find and connect to their roots and ancestry.

Giving Gap is thrilled to introduce our new campaign, "Show Some Love," a heartfelt celebration of Black history, culture, and the enduring power of Black love. This initiative is about more than storytelling—it’s about inspiring a deeper connection to the legacies and love that have shaped our world.

Join us on this journey of love, resilience, and celebration. Share your own Black history and love stories with us using the hashtag #ShowSomeLove and become part of this meaningful conversation.