named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Archives and Exhibitions
Preserves and presents the work of Kamoinge members through curated exhibitions and permanent collections in cultural institutions across the country.
Digital Scholarship Initiative
Expands access to Kamoinge’s historical and contemporary work through digital platforms and academic partnerships.
Mentorship Program
Provides intergenerational support and critical exchange for emerging and established photographers of African descent.
activities · 2 groups
What they do
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Artist Legacy Preservation and Documentation 1 activity
- Documenting and preserving the history and lived experiences of people of African descent through photographyOperates as a collective of photographers of African descent to document and preserve historical and contemporary experiences through visual storytelling. Member work is exhibited nationally, reflecting a sustained commitment to cultural documentation and representation.
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Arts Professional Advocacy & Equity Initiatives 1 activity
- Fostering artistic excellence and critical exchange among photographers of African descentAdvances the craft and discourse of Black visual storytelling through collective engagement, mentorship, and the promotion of artistic excellence within the photography community.
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financials · form 990 · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$339K
Contributions & grants$339K100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$303K
Program expenses86%
Admin / overhead14%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$217K
Grants paid out$39K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$527K
Cash$527K
Investments$0
Liabilities$400K
Net assets$127K
Liquid reserves20.9 mo
2 years on record · 2024–2025 · YoY revenue -22.1%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2025
Who runs it
board members · 1
- RONALD HERARD — TREASURER
relationships · 3
Who they work with
- Gordon Parks Partner — Influential artistic figure whose work has shaped Kamoinge's aesthetic and approach.
- INSTITUTIONS Partner — Maintains partnerships with cultural or educational institutions to support exhibitions and programming.
- Roy DeCarava Partner — Influential artistic figure whose work has shaped Kamoinge's aesthetic and approach.
strategies · 5
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.
- Collective Voice and Self-Representation 46 orgsmethodology: collective_self_representationBy centering a collective voice among Black photographers, the organization enables authentic self-representation that counters dominant, negative media narratives and affirms Black humanity, because shared authorship strengthens cultural resistance and artistic authority.shared approach: Artist-Centered Empowerment →
- Inclusive Collective Model 46 orgsmethodology: inclusive_collective_modelBy maintaining an inclusive membership structure that embraces diversity across gender and disciplinary lines, the organization strengthens the collective expression of photographers of African descent, because broad representation enhances the richness and resilience of the artistic community.shared approach: Artist-Centered Empowerment →
- Intergenerational Pedagogy through Critique and Collaboration 46 orgsmethodology: intergenerational_pedagogyBy fostering intergenerational relationships grounded in ongoing critique and collaborative practice, the organization cultivates artistic excellence and produces photography that challenges dominant narratives, because sustained mentorship across generations strengthens both craft and cultural continuity.shared approach: Artist-Centered Empowerment →
- Jazz-Informed Visual Practice 46 orgsmethodology: jazz_informed_visual_practiceBy applying an improvisational, jazz-informed aesthetic to photography, the organization emphasizes timing, intuition, and critique, fostering a creative community that resists rigid forms and upholds artistic innovation as an act of cultural resistance.shared approach: Artist-Centered Empowerment →
- Cultural Preservation as Foundation for Access and Scholarshipmethodology: cultural-preservation-and-accessBy preserving and presenting the work of photographers of African descent through archives, exhibitions, and digital platforms, the organization expands public access and deepens scholarly engagement, because institutional stewardship of cultural heritage enables broader recognition and lasting impact.