Congressional Black Caucus Foundation facts for kids
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| Formation | 1976 |
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| Type | Nonprofit foundation |
| Headquarters | Washington, D.C., United States |
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Chairperson
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Cedric Richmond |
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Key people
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| Affiliations | Congressional Black Caucus |
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Revenue (2016)
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$7,016,234 |
| Expenses (2016) | $7,312,526 |
| Website | [1] |
The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation (CBCF) is an American group that helps people. It is a nonprofit foundation. This means it works for good causes, not to make money.
The CBCF studies important topics for African Americans. It also publishes reports and holds events. These events include leadership talks and scholarship programs. The CBCF is linked to the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC). However, it is a separate group. It runs programs in education, health, and helping communities grow.
Members of the CBC started the CBCF in 1976. It began as a research group that did not favor any political party.
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What is the CBCF?
How the CBCF Started
African American members of Congress formed the Congressional Black Caucus in 1971. A few years later, in 1976, they created the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation. This new group was a research institute. Its goal was to help African Americans take part in the country's political life.
The first official meeting of the CBCF was on September 30, 1976. Yvonne Burke was chosen as the temporary leader. She was from Los Angeles. The group grew bigger in 1981. This happened because of new rules in the House Administration Committee.
The first big dinner for the Congressional Black Caucus happened in 1971. This was before the CBCF was even created.
The CBCF Today
Today, the Foundation is a nonprofit group. It focuses on public policy, research, and education. Its office is in Washington, D.C., near Dupont Circle.
The CBCF has a Board of Directors. It also has two Advisory Councils. These groups help guide the Foundation's work. Cedric Richmond is the Chairperson of the CBCF. Tonya Veasey is its President and Chief Executive Officer.
CBCF Programs and Events
The CBCF gets money from fundraising events and company partners. This money helps support its many programs.
One of the biggest ways the CBCF raises money is by hosting an Annual Legislative Conference. This event happens every September. It brings people together to discuss important issues.
The Foundation also works with the Congressional Black Caucus Spouses. This group is made up of the wives and husbands of African American members of Congress. They work together on many projects.
Fellowships and Support
Some companies help fund specific programs. For example, Raytheon Technologies supports Defense & Aerospace Policy Fellowships at the CBCF. These fellowships help young people learn about important topics.
Phoenix Award
The Phoenix Award is the highest honor given by the CBCF. It is given to people who have done great things. One person who has received this award is Cynthia Hurd.
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The logo of the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation.
