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Foundation for Louisiana is the people's foundation. We tackle the issues that most deeply impact our communities, advocating alongside Louisianans to chart our own futures. We use our power responsibly, acknowledge it, and push it outward. We are Black-led and honor the knowledge of people of color, women, LBGTQIA2S+ individuals, people with disabilities, immigrants and refugees -- and the many ways in which these and many other identities intersect. We are bold in our analysis and movement towards freedom, amplifying the lived experiences of Louisianans closest to the work.
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Give 8/28 Reimbursement Opportunity for Black-Led Organizations – 2025
The Foundation for Louisiana proudly announces a special reimbursement opportunity for Black-led organizations participating in Give 8/28, a national day of giving dedicated to uplifting Black-led and Black-benefiting nonprofits.
What Is Give 8/28?
Give 8/28 is a powerful national giving day held annually on August 28, commemorating key moments in Black history and inspiring charitable support for organizations driving change in Black communities. This initiative provides Black-led organizations with increased visibility, stronger donor relationships, and vital fundraising opportunities by connecting them with supporters committed to investing in Black communities.
Overview of the Opportunity
Who Is Eligible? Black-led organizations based in Louisiana that are accepted to participate in Give 8/28 (2025) are eligible for reimbursement. To qualify, organizations must be officially registered and verified by the Give 8/28 platform.
What Does the Reimbursement Cover? The Foundation for Louisiana will reimburse the registration/entry fee for eligible organizations participating in Give 8/28. (Registration fees typically range from $25-$100 depending on organization size.)
How to Apply
- Register for Give 8/28 through the official platform at Give828.org
- Once accepted, complete our reimbursement application
- Upload your receipt showing registration fee paid (confirmation email, invoice, or transaction screenshot)
Only complete submissions will be considered for reimbursement.
Don't Miss These Important Deadlines
- Give 8/28 Registration Deadline: July 31, 2025
- Give 8/28 Day of Giving: August 28, 2025
- Reimbursement Submission Deadline: September 7, 2025
- Reimbursements Issued By: September 27, 2025
Why We're Supporting This Initiative
The Foundation for Louisiana is committed to strengthening Black-led organizations across our state. By removing the financial barrier of registration fees, we're ensuring that cost doesn't prevent Louisiana's Black-led nonprofits from accessing this valuable fundraising opportunity and the national platform it provides.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is there a limit on how many organizations can receive reimbursement? A: We are committed to supporting all eligible Louisiana-based Black-led organizations that participate in Give 8/28.
Q: What if I have questions about the Give 8/28 registration process? A: Contact Give 8/28 directly through their website at Give828.org or reach out to us for assistance.
Q: When will I receive my reimbursement? A: Applications submitted by the September 7 deadline will receive reimbursement by September 27, 2025.
What's Next?
- Register for Give 8/28 by July 31, 2025
- Prepare for an impactful day of giving on August 28
- Submit your reimbursement application by September 7, 2025
Questions? Email us at thall@foundationforlouisiana.org
We look forward to supporting Louisiana's Black-led organizations through this initiative and helping you reach your fundraising goals on Give 8/28!
About the Solidarity Fund
Foundation for Louisiana (FFL) invests in communities and ideas, builds partnerships, and transforms policies and systems for an equitable, stronger Louisiana.
With support from the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, the Solidarity Fund offers sponsorships to Louisiana-based nonprofits as part of a strategy to increase racial justice in philanthropy—particularly for grassroots organizations working in and for Louisiana.
FFL defines racial justice as the liberatory and transformational vision of what society could be—and must become—once we eliminate racial hierarchies, advance collective liberation, and ensure that People of the Global Majority have the resources, dignity, power, and self-determination to thrive fully and wholly.
We understand racial equity as the enactment and reinforcement of policies, practices, attitudes, and actions that produce power, access, opportunities, treatment, and outcomes for all—while accounting for the ongoing impact of historical and contemporary racial disparities.
Eligibility & Funding Guidelines
To be eligible for support from the Solidarity Fund, applicants must:
- Be a Louisiana-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization or be fiscally sponsored by one
- Submit a complete sponsorship application at least 60 days before the event
- Propose an activity that takes place on or before June 30, 2026
We prioritize applications from organizations that have historically lacked access to flexible funding due to systemic exclusions based on racism, sexism, classism, ableism, and heterosexism.
What We Fund
Sponsorships can be used to support:
- Community events, convenings, and gatherings
- Fundraisers and benefit performances
- Learning opportunities or public awareness campaigns
- Organizing events and cultural programming
Projects that do not generally receive consideration:
- The private benefit of any specific individual
- Public or private secondary schools (Pre-K - 12)
Funding Parameters
- Maximum award: $25,000
- Average award: $5,000
- One award per organization per FFL fiscal year
- Applications are accepted on a rolling basis while funds remain available
What We Look For
We assess applications based on:
- Alignment with FFL’s mission and program areas, including racial justice, climate justice, and criminal justice
- Support for our strategic priorities: arts and culture, economic opportunity, and community leadership and wisdom
- The feasibility, urgency, and community impact of the proposed activity
Please contact Tiffany Hall, Grants & Special Projects Manager, at thall@foundationforlouisiana.org with any questions.