April 1st 2024.
Birthing Beautiful Communities, a groundbreaking doula program focused on uplifting Black mothers, infants, and families in Northeast Ohio, has been selected as one of the major recipients of MacKenzie Scott's Yield Giving Open Call. The organization happily announced the generous grant of $2 million on March 19th, which is the largest donation BBC has ever received. This funding is a huge boost to BBC's mission of providing equitable care and improving the quality of life for Black communities.
Jazmin Long, BBC's President and CEO, expressed her gratitude and excitement for this transformative gift from MacKenzie Scott's Yield Giving Open Call. She explained that this support will propel BBC into a new chapter, allowing them to expand their impact and further their mission of ensuring that every mother, baby, and family receives the care and support they deserve.
Since its establishment in 2014, BBC has been at the forefront of addressing and improving systemic and community structures that contribute to unfavorable birth outcomes. Through a comprehensive approach that includes culture, education, advocacy, support, and engagement, the program offers a range of free services every year to over 700 new and expectant mothers and families. Long also revealed that BBC is planning to construct a new birth center in the fall, which is a significant milestone in their journey to reshape maternal health outcomes in Northeast Ohio and beyond. She added that with this funding, BBC is well-positioned to continue making a positive impact and creating a future where every birth is a beautiful and healthy experience.
BBC has evolved beyond just providing pregnancy and postpartum support. The organization now offers holistic services that also provide opportunities for women from historically economically disadvantaged neighborhoods to build wealth. They work towards addressing the social determinants of health and the challenges that at-risk mothers face, as infant mortality rates are alarmingly high in communities of color.
The donation to BBC is part of MacKenzie Scott's recent donation of $640 million distributed among 361 organizations, as previously reported by BLACK ENTERPRISE. This incredible contribution will undoubtedly help BBC and their efforts to improve maternal health outcomes and support Black communities. In a related study, it was found that Black women prefer to have Black OB-GYNs, highlighting the concerns of discrimination and maternal mortality. This makes BBC's mission even more crucial and commendable, and their impact will continue to be felt and appreciated by many in Northeast Ohio and beyond.
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