In a 12-county region that spans across the state of Alabama, the black belt is home to some of the country’s poorest counties; however, it is through this hardship that our character is formed. The residents of the black belt have adapted to a particular way of life, they look out for one another and “take only what they have, to make what they need.” The Black Belt Community Foundation provides a consistent stream of giving, connections, and support to help people in our area make a difference. The opportunities that BBCF provides serves as the means to help our citizens develop the necessary skills to grow out of the seemingly endless cycle of poverty.
The ways in which we serve the people of the Black Belt include: giving, receiving, and growing. BBCF gives awards to members of the community through a variety of programs and art grants to over 100 nonprofits <Should Hyperlink to examples page > in our region each year. BBCF receives by actively working to raise the profile of philanthropy in the region and encouraging gifts from individuals of all sizes from across the state and around the world. To help our community grow, BBCF offers leadership training, office space and community collaboration to grow the skills needed to transform our communities.
The ways in which we serve the people of the Black Belt include: giving, receiving, and growing. BBCF gives awards to members of the community through a variety of programs and art grants to over 100 nonprofits <Should Hyperlink to examples page > in our region each year. BBCF receives by actively working to raise the profile of philanthropy in the region and encouraging gifts from individuals of all sizes from across the state and around the world. To help our community grow, BBCF offers leadership training, office space and community collaboration to grow the skills needed to transform our communities.