named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
African Whistle Magazine
Publishing initiative that provides culturally relevant content and bridges the information gap in the Black community
Anti-Hate & Community Violence Campaign
Initiative empowering youth voices against hate and community violence; includes recognition of youth winners such as Munachi Oparaugo
The People's Money Cycle 4
Program or funding initiative aimed at community empowerment, likely supporting local projects or youth-led efforts
activities · 8 groups
What they do
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Mental Health Education and Awareness 2 activities
- Community Health Promotion and EducationEngages in community health promotion and education, including mental health training for youth aged 13–25 to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and build skills for supporting mental well-being. Also provides online and biweekly culturally tailored support groups for African immigrant nurses and healthcare workers to improve mental health outcomes, particularly in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Youth Mental Health Ambassadors ProgramTrains youth to lead peer education initiatives and organize community programs aimed at reducing mental health stigma, building on foundational mental health literacy.
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Immigrant Rights Advocacy & Policy Reform 1 activity
- Advocacy for African ImmigrantsAdvocates for the rights and social integration of African immigrants, focusing on systemic change and inclusion.
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Literary and Cultural Publishing 1 activity
- African Whistle Magazine PublicationPublishes African Whistle Magazine to celebrate African heritage and address information gaps in the African community, supplemented by an advertisement and sponsorship program for businesses, services, programs, events, and congratulatory messages.
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Community Capacity Building & Leadership Networks 1 activity
- Capacity Building for Culturally Relevant ProgramsCollaborates with organizations, institutions, and faith-based groups to design, develop, implement, and evaluate culturally relevant educational strategies and community-based programs.
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Democracy and Civic Engagement Support 1 activity
- Civic Engagement and Participatory BudgetingOperates the nation's largest participatory budgeting program, enabling community members to decide how public funds are allocated, and provides civic engagement training to equip individuals and communities with skills and knowledge for active participation in democratic processes.
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College Access and Success Support 1 activity
- College and Career Readiness ProgramRuns a program to prepare students with the skills, knowledge, and mindset necessary for success in post-secondary education and careers.
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Youth Photography Education 1 activity
- Hands-On Photography Program for YouthOffers a creative youth development program that uses photography to foster creativity, cultural awareness, and foundational skills for personal and academic growth.
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Digital Literacy Training and Technology Access 1 activity
- Tech Access & Literacy ProgramImplements a technology access and digital literacy training program for individuals in underserved communities, promoting digital equity through culturally responsive programming.
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financials · form 990 · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$159K
Contributions & grants$159K100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$148K
Program expenses97%
Admin / overhead3%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$83K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$113K
Cash$29K
Investments$0
Liabilities$11K
Net assets$102K
Liquid reserves2.3 mo
3 years on record · 2021–2023 · YoY revenue -66.5%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2023
Who runs it
board members · 3
- AHMED WAHAB — TRESURER
- ANITA LASBREY — SECRETARY
- KINGSLEY NWOKEJI — CHAIR
relationships · 2
Who they work with
- RTW Foundation Funder — Provided funding to support online mental health support groups for African immigrant nurses and healthcare workers post-COVID-19.
- faith-based organizations Partner — Collaborates with faith-based organizations to design, develop, and evaluate community-based programs
strategies · 4
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Community Power Building for Systemic Changemethodology: power-buildingBy investing in long-term community power through civic engagement training, participatory budgeting, and youth-led advocacy, we produce systemic change and equity because empowered communities can influence policy, shift resources, and sustain inclusive democratic participation.
- Culturally Responsive and Community-Driven Programmingmethodology: culturally_responsive_programmingBy designing programs in partnership with African immigrants and communities of color—using cultural context, community input, and participatory methods—we produce more relevant and effective health, civic, and social services because programs reflect lived experiences and local priorities.
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration for Holistic Impactmethodology: multidisciplinary_team_approachBy integrating expertise across public health, social work, education, and policy advocacy, we produce more comprehensive solutions to complex community challenges because interconnected problems require coordinated, cross-sector strategies.
- Social Integration Through Rights Advocacymethodology: social-integration-through-advocacyBy advocating for the rights of African immigrants, we produce greater social integration and inclusion because legal and civic recognition enables fuller community participation and reduces marginalization.