Every February, we give special honor to the contributions and impact of Black and brown Americans in the United States. Recognizing and supporting Black- and brown-led organizations or organizations that focus on Black and brown communities is important throughout the year, every year, but has taken on new meaning this year, as executive orders from the current U.S. administration have directed the removal of Black History Month from the United States’ national observances list and attacked and dismantled diversity, equity and inclusion programs and programming within the government, which has triggered similar behaviors in the private sector. 

We will not veer from the path of social justice. This month, we are proud to share a list of active Give Lively–powered Campaign Pages that support Black and brown Americans in unique and crucial ways. For nonprofits, we’ve also included our favorite things about each Campaign Page to highlight best practices when utilizing a digital fundraising tool like this. We hope this motivates you to make your next Campaign Page as strong as these examples.

Take a look, gain some inspiration and don’t hesitate to donate! 

The Campaign Pages 

Jack and Jill of America Foundation Inc

HBCU College GAP Fund‍
A fund established to ensure HBCU students with small unpaid bills are able to graduate, and not have to apply for a loan, scholarship or write another essay, just go to class.

What we love about this page:

• Eye-catching primary image, and an upbeat video that showcases the direct impact the GAP Fund has had on many students
• Behind the scenes, there's a Text-to-Donate text code linked to this Campaign Page: CLOSETHEGAP

UGANDAN WATER PROJECT INC

Manor Making a Difference
‍A third-grade class is raising money to help bring rainwater collection systems to schools in Uganda. 

What we love about this page:

• Dedications are encouraged as a way to recognize students who contribute to the fundraiser
• Recent Donor list

Jackson-Reed High School PTSO

SY24-25 Jackson-Reed HS PTSO
‍A fundraiser during the 2024–2025 school year to help cover the costs of school meals, lab equipment, professional development and more.

What we love about this page:

• In-depth, evocative impact stories for each suggested donation amount 
• Recurring monthly donations as the default frequency

Fearless Foundation

Support the mission of Fearless Foundation
‍A push to help provide capital, community, mentorship and education to under-resourced women of color entrepreneurs and others. 

What we love about this page:

• Strong color contrast with the “Donate” button and image/logo, which helps make the page more accessible
• Use of the goal-tracking thermometer