Salisbury, MD – The Black Excellence Community Fund, which is a Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore Giving Circle, celebrated Black Philanthropy Month by awarding grants to three Lower Shore Nonprofits at an evening dinner event on August 10th. The grants benefit Black-led local nonprofits which impact the quality of life for the local community.
Each organization received a $500 unrestricted grant for their work. Grantees were:
A Mother’s Cry, assists black single mothers of incarcerated children and provides education resources, assistance navigating the criminal justice system, and selfcare.
The John Quinton Foundation, which aims to preserve the San Domingo, a community founded by free black peoples in 1820, and share a vital chapter of Black history.
Oshun’s Garden Inc. works to transform the cultural and generational norms that perpetuate interpersonal and structural violence against Black women. The organization provides culturally-specific programming and initiatives in order to promote personal and community healing.
“With each grant, these local nonprofits can make a greater impact in our own backyard,” said Sonya Whited, founding member of BECF. “Together we can harness philanthropy to create better futures for Black people and build stronger communities.”
BECF was created in 2022 at the Community Foundation to preserve cultural awareness and pride by expanding the benefits of education, health, and welfare in the Black Community, while teaching the values of philanthropy. Members work together through the power of collective philanthropy to create a positive impact in the community.
To get involved or learn more visit CFES.org/becf
