Our Community.

Our Power.

Our Prosperity.

Building Black Generational Wealth, Health, and Well-being

As a society, we are called on to change — to disrupt the imbalance of power and create a liberated future with shared prosperity for Black people.

The Black Future Co-op Fund is a new paradigm for philanthropy uplifting Black-led solutions that ignite Black generational wealth, health, and well-being.

Teamwork Makes the Dream Work

We’re thrilled to welcome three new staff. Shona Carter joins us from Vancouver, Washington, as our director of partner engagement & investment, using her gifts to grow trusting partnerships and lead development. Stephen Robinson starts in August as the director of community engagement & learning, bringing his talents to activate communities in our collective liberation work. And, Lanessa Cerrillo was our first staff person, sharing her brilliance to manage day-to-day operations as our administrative associate.

MEET OUR TEAM

By and For Black Washingtonians

The Black Future Co-op Fund is a cooperative philanthropy rooted in the beauty, soulfulness, and strength of Blackness. Our vision is a Washington state, working cooperatively, where all Black people are liberated, prosperous, and self-determined to fully live our lives.

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Confronting Anti-Blackness

Black people have long been vital contributors to Washington communities. Yet, anti-Black racism has purposely and persistently undermined the opportunity for Black people to build wealth over generations. Discriminatory policies and the systemic devaluing of Black lives have perpetuated unequal and adverse life outcomes for Black people.

Black communities are forging new pathways to self-determination, as America reckons with racism and racial injustice.

News & Stories

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Five Key Takeaways from Black Philanthropy Month 2022

Black Philanthropy Month 2022 illuminated the transformative power of Black giving, telling the truth about our brilliance and commitment to community care. Here are five learnings shared by Black leaders shifting the paradigm in philanthropy of who gives and who receives in Washington state.

Through the lens of possibility: May we all be like Sandy Williams

Sandra 'Sandy' Williams was a giant and visionary who invested 40 years of care, warmth, and vision into Spokane, Washington, our communities, and us. We join many in mourning as we continue to process her sudden and tragic loss.

Lessons from her ancestors drive her commitment to community

Q&A with Administrative Associate Lanessa Cerrillo

In this special Q&A conversation, Lanessa shares how her heritage and lessons from her ancestors have shaped her passion for building a liberated future and how the youth give her hope that it’s possible.

How We Work

Connecting Black communities for collective power

Promoting a truthful Black narrative

Investing in Black generational prosperity

Shifting the paradigm of philanthropy

LEARN ABOUT OUR IMPACT AREAS

We’re Listening

Black Washingtonians are shaping the priorities of the Fund. In the months ahead, we are meeting with and listening to Black communities throughout the state—from Colville to Wapato, Vancouver to Bellingham, and everywhere in between. By centering Black voices, perspectives, and experiences, we recognize and uplift the true narrative of Black people across Washington.

SHARE YOUR IDEAS

Beyond the chants of Black Lives Matter, now is the time to embrace and value Black life.