11 Sep
Blog, News

Empowering Black Communities: The 5 Transformative Roles of Education-Focused Nonprofits

Why is Education important for the Black community? Education is a civil right!  Education is the cornerstone of personal and societal growth, but not everyone has equal access to quality education. In this blog, we explore the profound impact of black organizations focused on education in the quest for educational equity and excellence. From addressing systemic bias...

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09 Aug
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The GBPI Story: The Power of Collective and Focused Giving

1. Introduction 2. The Power of Collective Giving 2.1 Definition of Collective Giving 2.2 Benefits of Collective Giving 2.3 Examples of Collective Giving 3. The Power of Focused Giving 3.1 Definition of Focused Giving 3.2 Benefits of Focused Giving 3.3 Examples of Focused Giving 4. The inspiration for the Global Black Philanthropy Initiative (GBPI) 4.1...

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Website menu
04 Apr
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7 must-have menu items on a nonprofit’s website

In life, like in business, first impressions are everything. For a nonprofit organization, your website is the first window into your operations. In today’s digital world, it is vital to have a complete online presence: a website and social media. With SBC, when we vet organizations to be listed in our directory, a key requirement (see full list here) is for an organ...

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Back History Month
07 Feb
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This Black History Month, let’s contribute to our future!

Black History Month (BHM) is here, offering once again countless ways to acknowledge this annual celebration whether you are focusing on the past, present or the future. Some celebrate, participate, others contribute or honor it. For our organization, we plan to focus on how BHM specifically relates to the Black charitable and philanthropy sector today. First, let u...

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Arrows coming out
10 Jan
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5 Ways Non-Profits Can Stand Out Online in 2022

Much has been learned and discovered as we celebrate our 3rd year of serving the Black community and the organizations that support it. The charitable sector has changed: the focus has moved away from traditional philanthropic deeds towards the M.U.S.H.  sector (Museum, Universities, Schools, Hospitals) to more community based sectors. Why? The impact and effect...

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GivingTuesday
08 Nov
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How to get involved with #GivingTuesday as a supporter or an organization

Since its inception in 2012, #GivingTuesday is known as a global giving day that inspires millions of people to give, collaborate, and celebrate generosity. It is celebrated on the Tuesday following the widely-recognized U.S. shopping events: Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Over the last 5 years, it has been popularized and fueled by the power of social media and coll...

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thanksgiving-day
04 Oct
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6 Fun ways to give thanks during Canadian Thanksgiving

  This year on Monday, October 11 - 2021, Canadians will be celebrating the Thanksgiving Holiday. Outside of Canada it is sometimes called Canadian Thanksgiving, held on the second Monday in October, to distinguish it from Thanksgiving in the United States, held on a different date. Originally created to rejoice about the harvest and other blessings ...

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Global-Philanthropic-Impact
02 Aug
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How to celebrate, participate or contribute to Black Philanthropy Month

  August honors Black Philanthropy; it is the most important month of the year for Black organizations and especially for Support Black Charities. Black Philanthropy Month (BPM) was created in 2011 by founding members of the Pan-African Women's Philanthropy Network (PAWPNet).   BPM is commemorating their 10th year with the theme “TENacity, making...

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George-Floyd
07 Jun
Blog, News

1 year later: Post George Floyd

It’s already been 1 year since our collective shock of witnessing George Floyd’s death.  A moment in time has renewed a movement of change. Only a few moments in history have sparked such a reaction notably Emmett Till’s murder and Rosa Parks’ arrest which spear headed the 20th century civil right movement. What movement was initiated by this event? Only h...

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volunteer
05 Apr
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National Volunteer Week 2021

    National Volunteer Week debuted in Canada and the United States to recognize the contributions of women on the Home Front during World War II. It has continued to grow every year since. It used to be observed by seeking out a volunteer opportunity for the week.  It has evolved to be a national celebration of volunteerism! This year the National V...

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