CFC40: Community for Change

Programs Initiatives

The Black Superhero Project was CFC40's opening initiative. Over its inaugural year, CFC40 partnered with different organizations, individuals, and community groups across 10 different cities in the US for 10 different service projects in marginalized communities. To see the results of our success, visit the Activation Reports for any of the individual service activations. click here to send us a message



Activation X. Black Superhero Day in Brooklyn

CFC40 partnered with Honor Humanity and PS 161 in Brooklyn, NY for a special day of learning and interactive activity for our culminating event, Black Superhero Day in Brooklyn. Our mini-superheros were treated to an obstacle course, physical and mental challenges, as well as learning about carious professions from our team of amazing volunteers.

Activation Status: Complete









Activation VI. July 2019
Project NOLA

CFC40 partnered with Comfort Cases for an activation that centered the city's youth in foster care. We provided durable comfort cases that carry essential supplies for young people along with some of special touches like pajamas, slippers, and linen, that allow young people in the foster care system to transition with a feeling of dignity and compassion knowing that they have not been forgotten. #CheckOnNOLA

Activation Status: Complete





Activation V. May 2019
A Day of Inclusion in Boston, MA

Together with the City of Boston's Office of Returning Citizens and several other community partners, we centered returning citizens and their families for a special day of inclusion. The day focused on total wellness, the importance of mentoring, and transitioning back into the workforce while also connecting participants and their families with a network of supportive and essential resources. We wanted to ensure our returning citizens that the community stands ready to encourage and to support their journey forward. #CheckOnBoston

Activation Status: Complete





Activation IV. April 2019
Heart 2 Heart in Columbia, SC

CFC40 partnered with Love Yourself Always Inc. for Heart 2 Heart, a three-part activation in Columbia, SC to center and uplift adolescent black girls who are without consistent positive male figures in their lives. The day began with a self-defense class facilitated by US Olympic Judo Master Rhadi Ferguson and was followed by a special Heart 2 Heart brunch where the girls engaged in candid conversation with their male role models. The activation culminated with the male role models teaching the girls how to ride bicycles. #CheckOnColumbia
#CheckOnOurGirls

Activation Status: Complete









Activation III. March 2019
Supporting Black Women in Baltimore

Through partnerships with a number of Baltimore-based organizations, CFC40 facilitated the purchase and donation of more than 100 care packages containing everything from feminine hygiene products, items for young mothers, and materials for girls in school. Thank you to all volunteers.
#CheckOnBaltimore

Activation Status: Complete









Activation II. January 2019
Water For Flint’s Families

CFC40 partnered with Black Millinneals for Flint and First Trinity Missionary Baptist Church of Flint, MI to solicit public donations and purchased pallets of bottled water for families in Flint, MI. We surpassed our goal and donated over 1000 cases of water--in excess of 7,000 gallons--to serve over 500 households served with the much needed necessity of clean water. We charge you to continue supporting First Trinity MBC's efforts to provide clean water for families in Flint.
#CheckOnFlint

Activation Status: Complete





Activation I. November 2018
Fighting Hunger in Houston

CFC40 partnered with Houston-based Honor Humanity for A Seat at the Table which provided a group of single black men and single fathers still grappling with the effects of Hurricane Harvey with a total wellness reset. Honorees were treated to a homemade gourmet meal, complimentary grooming services, and communed with a team of mentors across industries to help support their journey forward. Click below to experience more from the project.

Activation Status: Complete





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