BME

Empowers Black leaders and communities

Miami, Florida, United States

About BME

BMe Community empowers Black leaders and communities in the United States through fellowships, resources, and a platform to amplify their voices. The organization focuses on fostering leadership, promoting economic prosperity, and advocating for social justice. BMe Community operates as a nonprofit, relying on donations, grants, and partnerships to fund its initiatives. Its unique approach mobilizes Black leaders to drive the Agenda for Black L.O.V.E. (Live, Own, Vote, Excel), which aims to create more caring and prosperous communities. Revenue is generated through fundraising campaigns and collaborations with philanthropic organizations and other nonprofits. BMe Community also engages in advocacy and public awareness campaigns to support Black lives and communities, often working alongside other organizations to enhance their impact.

Miami, FloridaHeadquarters
1979Year Founded
$3.5MTotal Funding
EARLY_VCCompany Stage
Social ImpactIndustries
1-10Employees

Risks

Competition for funding as more organizations adopt asset-framing strategies.
Potential backlash from organizations resistant to diversity and inclusion initiatives.
Dependence on a few large sponsors poses a risk if funding priorities shift.

Differentiation

BMe Community uses Asset-Framing to redefine equity-building in philanthropy.
The organization empowers Black leaders through fellowships and leadership enrichment programs.
BMe Community collaborates with top foundations to amplify Black voices and initiatives.

Upsides

Increased interest in asset-framing could boost funding opportunities for BMe Community.
The OneLove Card launch aligns with BMe's mission, offering potential partnership opportunities.
BMe's 10th anniversary tour enhances visibility and attracts new supporters.

Funding

Total raised$3.50 M
Latest valuation$18.00 M
StageEARLY_VC
EARLY VC
8/31/2013
$4
$18.00 M