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Support fellow community members at the inaugural Lexington Black Philanthropy Week

In conjunction with Black Philanthropy Month, learn about the 26 Black-led organizations you can support during the inaugural Lexington Black Philanthropy Week.

Two men sit behind a table smiling with artwork and flyers that read Marafiki Center.

The Marafiki Center advocates for representation of the African and Swahili-speaking communities in Lexington. | Photo courtesy of The Marafiki Center

Did you know that August is Black Philanthropy Month? The global initiative began in 2011, with the goal of bolstering African-descent giving and funding equity.

At the local level, the Lexington Black Prosperity Initiative — a fund created through the Blue Grass Community Foundation — is increasing awareness + funding through the inaugural Lexington Black Philanthropy Week.

From Monday, Aug. 19 to Friday, Aug. 23, Lexingtonians are encouraged to support local Black-led nonprofits. Learn more about the 26 participating organizations, which support a variety of causes, such as farming, food accessibility, teen support, career readiness + more.

There are opportunities for a total of $40,000 in matches from local philanthropists. You even have the option to “love them all” and have your donation split evenly between all nonprofits.

Bookmark this page + get ready to show your support beginning Monday, Aug. 19. at 9 a.m.

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