Based in Newark, NJ, the National Black United Fund represents a unique approach to community philanthropy by empowering African Americans to become active participants in charitable giving and community development. The organization was founded on the principle that individuals within the Black American community understand the importance of supporting their neighbors and can become powerful agents of change when given the right tools and opportunities. The National Black United Fund builds relationships between donors and community organizations, recognizing that sustainable community change requires commitment from within the community itself. Serving Newark and communities nationwide, the organization coordinates a network of local affiliates that work together to identify and fund nonprofits addressing the most pressing needs of families and children. The National Black United Fund's vision extends beyond traditional philanthropy; it seeks to create permanent funding structures that enable the Black American community to direct resources toward self-determined priorities. By encouraging civic engagement and supporting family and community development initiatives, the organization fosters a culture of mutual aid and collective responsibility. The National Black United Fund values the inherent strength and wisdom of the communities it serves, believing that when African Americans invest in their own communities, transformative change becomes possible and sustainable for generations to come.
Newark, NJ