ABOUT US

The Idaho Black Community Alliance (IBCA) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to transforming communities through advocacy, education, cultural celebration, and connection—with a strong focus on uplifting Black Idahoans while welcoming and serving individuals of all backgrounds. IBCA exists to build a more unified, thriving Idaho by championing underserved voices, equipping youth, supporting entrepreneurs, and creating space for healing, purpose, and progress. Our work is rooted in both vision and action—committed not just to talking about change but actively being the change.

Our Work: Strategic Pillars of Service

IBCA’s mission is carried out through six strategic service pillars that ensure a holistic and sustainable impact:

1. Business Support & Economic Empowerment

     We empower Black-owned businesses and entrepreneurs across Idaho with tools to grow, scale, and lead. Through our statewide business directory, branding workshops, vendor training, and access to banking support, we’re helping business owners build wealth, visibility, and long-term stability. Networking events and training sessions connect business leaders to each other—and to new opportunities.

2. Youth Development

    Through our flagship Youth Empowerment Program (YEP) and educational partnerships, we invest in the next generation with mentorship, leadership training, field trips, and civic engagement opportunities. We believe in raising confident, capable, and connected youth who are ready to lead today—not just tomorrow.

3. Health & Wellness

    We address the social drivers of health that impact Black and underserved communities. From mental health and housing stability to chronic illness awareness and counseling services, IBCA offers culturally responsive resources that prioritize whole-person wellness. We also champion education around Alzheimer’s, breast cancer, and blood donation through focused partnerships and community campaigns.

4. Events & Community Engagement

    We host powerful, purpose-driven events that foster culture, unity, and joy. Whether through Black History Month celebrations, Juneteenth festivals, youth mixers, or service-driven events like Impact Day, our gatherings build connection and create space for education, healing, and empowerment.

5. Corporate & Community Partnership

    IBCA helps organizations and corporations engage authentically with diverse communities. We collaborate on community engagement strategies, team integration efforts, and philanthropic campaigns that result in real impact—not just optics. Our partnerships are rooted in trust, alignment, and long-term vision.

6. Give Back & Philanthropy

    Our give-back model ensures no one is left behind. We provide scholarships, business micro-funding, workforce development, and emergency housing support. We act as both a resource connector and a direct line of support—removing barriers and meeting people at their point of need.

Membership /Ambassadorship
IBCA invites community members to be part of the movement:

• Members gain access to exclusive events, trainings, and direct support
• Ambassadors serve as advocates, mentors, and connectors across Idaho
• Volunteers & Partners are matched with meaningful service opportunities that reflect their gifts and passions

We believe in shared ownership—when people join the mission, they multiply the impact.

Why IBCA Matters
In a world still navigating injustice, isolation, and inequality, IBCA is a light and a launchpad.

We are here to uplift, to equip, and to unite. Our work is not just about programs—it’s about people, presence, and purpose.  Whether mentoring young girls, celebrating culture, preserving history, or walking with families through housing crises, IBCA is actively shaping the future of Idaho—one life, one event, one breakthrough at a time. Join us. Be part of something bigger. Because when communities rise together, everyone wins.

                                                                 Board Members