3 DAY EVENT, MAY 29-31, 2025

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We Give Black is a

three-day communal

gathering celebrating

Black

culture as the

foundation of

community-driven wealth.

Rooted in the themes of [Re]membering, Restorying, Reimagining, We Give Black will guide attendees through a journey of personal healing, professional development, community celebration, and transformative storytelling. This immersive event will feature intimate workshops, keynote speakers, thought-provoking conversations, and artistic performances, creating a vibrant space for learning, connection, and cultural affirmation.

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MEMBERING

Provide a safe space for participants to reconnect with their inner selves, heal from generational and personal trauma, and engage in meaningful conversations about well-being. 

storying

Celebrate the beauty, diversity, and richness of Black stories and the power of collective Black joy.

imagining

Equip attendees with the skills, knowledge, and networks to create sustainable change in their communities.

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CLLCTIVLY is a place-based social change organization located in Baltimore, Maryland. Since our launch in 2019, we have mobilized over $3,000,000 in no-strings-attached grants.

Experience

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    IMAGINE STAGES

    A curated session of keynote speakers and artists taking part in moderated conversations, inspiring talks and live artistic performances.

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    DISCOVERY ROOMS

    A series of intimate breakout sessions crowdsourced from a national call for proposals and featuring workshops, short talks, and conversations led by thought leaders in various topics aligned with the core themes of We Give Black. 

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    Storytelling Sessions

    Citywide immersive experiences through the lens of the people, places, and spaces that make Baltimore thrive.  Each experience will be crafted by some of the city’s leading organizations, changemakers, creatives, and entrepreneurs. Each attendee will select (1) session to attend.

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    Social Gatherings

    The opening and closing events will be designed to provide space for connection, inspiration through storytelling, and celebration of Black joy.

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    COMMUNITY CELEBRATION

    A community gathering designed to bring folks together to celebrate Black joy while showcasing the finest local food, artists, vendors, and performers.

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JOIN US ON

DAY 3

FOR A FREE

COMMUNITY CELEBRATION OF

BLACK JOY

CELEBRATING CULTURE AS the foundation OF

COMMUNITY-DRIVEN WEALTH

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experience WE GIVE BLACK

Curious about what happens at We Give Black? Explore the speakers, presenters, and performers who will share during our 3-day event.

All programming except for the Community Celebration requires a purchased ticket. 

ticketing
tiers

SOLD OUT

INNOVATOR- Early

$195

Ticket includes access to all programming plus light breakfast and lunch each day. Travel and accommodations on own. Available until sold out.

Available until sold out

INNOVATOR- Tier 1

$245

Ticket includes access to all programming plus light breakfast and lunch each day. Travel and accommodations on own. Available until sold out.

INNOVATOR- full price

$345

Ticket includes access to all programming plus light breakfast and lunch each day. Travel and accommodations on own.

Interested in
becoming a patron?

Pay it forward - a portion of ticket sales offsets costs of another attendees ticket (awarded through scholarship application)

APPLY FOR 
a SCHOLARSHIP

At We Give Black, we believe that access to transformative spaces should not be limited by financial barriers. This scholarship is designed for individuals who are committed to Black liberation and community impact but may not have the means to purchase a ticket. If that sounds like you, we invite you to apply!

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Welcome to Baltimore

Baltimore, Maryland, serves as a powerful and fitting backdrop for We Give Black, a gathering rooted in collective care, liberation, and the transformative impact of giving.

As a majority-Black city with a rich legacy of activism, culture, and innovation, Baltimore has long been a beacon of resilience and self-determination.

From the Underground Railroad to the modern movements for racial and economic justice, the city has nurtured generations of changemakers who challenge systems and reimagine possibilities. Hosting We Give Black in Baltimore not only honors this legacy, but also amplifies the voices of those actively shaping a future where Black philanthropy is recognized as a force for radical change. Against the backdrop of historic neighborhoods, cultural landmarks, and a thriving Black-led arts and business community, the event serves as both a celebration and a call to action, fostering new pathways for sustainable impact. In addition to incredible speakers, panelists, and hosts we have in store, we invite you to come experience the warmth of Baltimore's hospitality through our delicious food, soul-stirring music, arts and culture. 

  • Powered by CLLLCTIVLY, founded in 2019 to unite Black-led social change organizations. Through reclamation of our stories, deepening of our knowledge, and strategic allocation of resources, we build regenerative ecosystems that support our collective liberation. 

  • CLLCTIVLY collaborates with 150+ social change organizations and has awarded over 200 grants to Black-owned & Black-led organizations. Since our launch in 2019, we have invested over $3.5 million in no-strings-attached grants.

  • The event will be held in multiple venues across Baltimore from May 29-31, 2025. A detailed schedule and specific venue details will be provided closer to the event dates.

  • This event is open to approximately 200 entrepreneurs, community leaders, creatives, investors, and anyone interested in celebrating Black culture and exploring pathways to sustainable wealth.

  • Attendees can look forward to immersive experiences, panel discussions, networking opportunities, cultural performances, and hands-on workshops centered on collective healing, economic empowerment, and cultural affirmation.

  • Yes! We welcome vendors and sponsors who align with our mission. Interested parties can email chelsea@cllctivly.org

  • While a majority of the programming is geared toward an 18+ adult audience, the Community Celebration on the final day will be open to All Ages and geared towards a family friendly environment.

  • No, the only FREE programming is the Community Celebration taking place on May 31, from 3-8pm at the Inner Harbor Amphitheater.  All other programming including the Imagine Stages, Discovery Rooms, and Storytelling Sessions require a paid ticket. 

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