3 DAY EVENT, JUNE 3-5, 2027

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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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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.