Give 8/28
#Give828 began in 2018 with a vision from YBGB Institute founder, Ebonie Johnson Cooper, to have a giving day dedicated to Black, grassroots nonprofits. As with many ideas started on a shoestring budget, year one of #Give828 yielded results comparable to its guerilla approach. Yet, there was energy from the 114 participants and hope etched into the $12,700 the organizations collectively raised. In year two, Give 8/28 partnered with the crowdfunding platform, Mightycause, to provide an invaluable infrastructure to the day. Since then, the day has helped more than 1,000 Black-led and benefiting nonprofits raise nearly $700,000.
do good ybgb fellows
Since 2022, we have partnered with The University of Maryland’s Do Good Institute to recruit talented nonprofit professionals ready to expand their leadership and management skills through the graduate Certificate in Nonprofit Management and Leadership (CNML) program. To date, YBGB has invested more than $44,000 in developing nonprofit leaders through the Do Good YBGB Fellows program.*
Professionals who lead or work within nonprofit organizations serving historically excluded and equity-seeking communities are eligible for the fellowship. To date, 11 Fellows have earned their certificates and are putting their skills to work across a range of nonprofit organizations, agencies, and foundations throughout the United States.
Eligible candidates must apply for admission to the CNML program through the Graduate School of the University of Maryland. Upon acceptance are evaluated and contacted following admission into the program.
*As of June 30, 2026.
Changing the Face of Philanthropy Summit
The Changing the Face of Philanthropy Summit (CFP) was YBGB’s signature convening that focused on strengthening the giving behaviors and leadership capacity of Black nonprofit leaders. CFP offers a unique space to:
- Discuss the unique needs of the Black community,
- Learn from experienced community builders, researchers, fundraisers, advocates and other civic leaders,
- Share lessons with peers who have similar interests and civic experiences, and
- Build a like-minded community of support.
Our final cohort gathered in Washington, D.C. in June 2018.