ABFE

ABFE is a membership-based, nonprofit, philanthropic-serving organization that advocates for responsive and transformative investments in Black communities... We provide our members with professional development and technical assistance resources that further the philanthropic sector's connection and responsiveness to issues of equity, diversity, and inclusion. Established in 1971 as the Association of Black Foundation Executives, the all-volunteer organization was credited with many of philanthropy's early gains in diversity. We've since evolved into a fully staffed, influential network and adopted the simpler ABFE (ab-fee), a Philanthropic Partnership for Black Communities, to better reflect our broadening membership and influence... The report highlights our response to pressing issues, including strategies to navigate a hostile political environment and expand investments in Black communities. As we face ongoing challenges, ABFE remains a beacon for Black professionals in..

Also known as: Association of Black Foundation Executives

Primary location: New York United States