Black United Fund of Oregon

Mission

To assist in the social and economic development of Oregon's underserved communities and to contribute to a broader understanding of ethnic and culturally diverse groups.

Bottom Line for Portland

Bottom Line for Oregon
Our mission is to empower Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) communities by dismantling systemic barriers and fostering pathways to social, economic, and educational equity. For over 40 years, the Black United Fund of Oregon (BUF-OR) has invested in addressing inequities while supporting leadership, education, and economic development. We are committed to serving historically underserved individuals and organizations in Oregon through culturally-specific and innovative programming.

Your contribution can make a tangible impact in our community—here’s how your support empowers lives:

• $50 helps guide a BIPOC high school student through their postsecondary options, including scholarships, career pathways, and financial literacy resources.
• $100 contributes to administrative and financial oversight for one of our fiscally sponsored grassroots organizations, enabling them to focus on their mission.
• $150 funds a workshop for youth or emerging entrepreneurs, providing essential skills like budgeting, credit building, and business planning.
• $250 provides a portion of the mentorship and financial planning support a Black entrepreneur needs to launch a sustainable business through our Emerging Entrepreneur Program.
• $500 supports culturally-specific training for a nonprofit leader through our Nonprofit Leadership Academy, equipping them to drive systemic change in their communities.

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“Being involved with BUF-OR gives me the chance to be more involved with my community by hosting and attending events, partnering with other local businesses, and building relationships with other local organizations affiliated with BUF-OR.

I have only been in the Emerging Entrepreneur Program for 5 months, and my business has grown tremendously; without BUF-OR, I would not be in the position I am in today." 

-Emerging Entrepreneur Program Participant

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

For 40 years, the Black United Fund of Oregon has been a driver of and a contributor to equity and inclusion work taking place at the state and local levels. As a culturally-specific and BIPOC-led organization, we recognize that diversity, equity, and inclusion are complex and multifaceted topics. With that knowledge in mind, we consistently evaluate and update our strategies to align with best practices and remain responsive to our community.

Partner(s)

The Black United Fund of Oregon would like to thank Common Ground Wellness Cooperative for being a local business partner. Learn more about Common Ground Wellness Cooperative at: https://cgwc.org/