Why Black-Led Nonprofits Struggle to Get Funding w/Ebonie Johnson Cooper

#22: When Ebonie Johnson Cooper noticed how few Black-led nonprofits were being funded, she decided to do something about it. As the founder and Executive Director of the Young, Black, and Giving Back Institute (YBGB), she’s leading a movement that’s empowering the next generation of Black philanthropists and closing the racial funding gap in the nonprofit sector.Whether you're a nonprofit leader seeking funding opportunities, someone passionate about giving back, or simply curious about how to make a meaningful impact in your community, this episode offers practical insights and inspiration that will transform how you think about philanthropy.In this episode, you’ll learn:How giving circles work and why pooling resources creates greater impactThe real reasons why Black-led organizations struggle to access fundingThe significance of August 28th in Black History and why the day is the largest in funding for Black-led nonprofitsHow Millennials and Gen Z are redefining givingPractical ways to give back regardless of income levelConnect with Ebonie: Website → youngblackgivingback.org | give828.org LinkedIn → @eboniejohnsoncooper IG → @ybgb_institute📲 Connect with me kerihenderson.com/links📧 Subscribe to The Kickback With Keri Newsletter kerihenderson.com/newsletterEnjoying the podcast? Support the show