Black Builders Network
The Black Builders Network is a Black Business and Nonprofit Resource Hub, your go-to destination for accessing a wide range of resources designed to support and empower black entrepreneurs, non-profits, and businesses.
Black Builders Network
The Black Builders Network is a Black Business and Nonprofit Resource Hub, your go-to destination for accessing a wide range of resources designed to support and empower black entrepreneurs, non-profits, and businesses.
Free Membership Perks
Webinars with Industry Professionals
Learn from black experts and allies on growing your business, from grant writing to pitch writing.
Access Funding and Professional Resources
Stay up to date with the latest grant opportunities curated for Black organizations and business guides.
Exclusive Networking Discounts and Giveaways
Gain exclusive discounts and giveaways for networking conferences like Collision, and Elevate.
Trusteeship Program
A service under our Premium Black Builders, the Federation of Black Canadians (FBC) Trusteeship Program helps grassroots and emerging non-profits access funding by providing administrative support and increasing the success rate of grant applications.
Why Join?
✔ Increase Funding Opportunities – Use FBC’s credibility to strengthen your grant applications.
✔ Build Capacity – Get mentorship to grow into a sustainable organization.
✔ Access Support Services – Gain administrative guidance and expertise.
To learn more about our Trusteeship program sign up as a Black Builder and download our program breakdown here.
Get advice from experts
Building something new is no easy task, What should I do next? What should I prioritize? How do I get help? These questions are often asked especially when you’re dealing with limited resources and experience. Unlock time with our experts in our virtual office hours, to pick their brains and learn what are the right steps you’ll need to be taking to succeed. Only available for Premium Members.
View our long list of members who can help support your business/non-profit goals
Black Builders Directory
Discover a diverse directory of visionary organizations, including for-profit businesses and non-profits, united in empowering Black entrepreneurs and driving positive change for the community.
Become a Member of the Black Builders Network
Free Membership
$0/Year
- Support letters/ Project partnerships or collaborations
- Participate in the Black Builders Networking virtual meetings
- Access Educational Materials and Guides
- Discounted Major Networking Event Tickets
Premium Membership
$250/Year
- Support letters/ Project partnerships or collaborations
- Priority for Presentation during the Black Builders Network virtual meetings
- Access to Exclusive Educational Materials and Guides
- Trusteeship Program
- Early Access to On-Demand Capacity Building webinars
- Office hours with Industry Experts
- Recruitment & Translation Services
All-Access Membership
Coming Soon
- Support letters/ Project partnerships or collaborations
- Priority for Presentation during the Black Builders Network virtual meetings
- Access to Exclusive Educational Materials and Guides
- Premium Listing on Black Business directory
- Early Access to On-Demand Capacity Building webinars
- Recruitment & Translation Services
“FBC has helped me expand my reach and capacity, allowing me to connect with more black youth and provide them the educational support they need.”
Keanu Lloyd
CEO, Turtle Power Tutoring
Federal Funding Resources
Our aim is to provide access to funding for every member of FBCFCN.
- The Black Entrepreneurs Loan Fund, overseen by the FACE Coalition, is a collaborative initiative between the federal government and banks, providing a $128 million loan program specifically designed to support Black-owned businesses.
- The Canada Small Business Financing Program eases small businesses’ access to loans by sharing risk with lenders.
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The Canada Emergency Business Account (CEBA) offers interest-free loans of up to $40,000 to Canadian small businesses and not-for-profits
Resources
Black Builders Network Virtual Event Recap
The Black Builders Network Virtual Event, hosted by the Federation of Black Canadians (FBC), brought together a dynamic group of Black-owned businesses and community leaders and non-profits for an enriching session of updates, presentations, and networking...
Grant and Funding Opportunities for Community and Non-Profit Organizations
1. Community Investment Program B3 Fund Purpose: The Community Investment Program B3 Fund aims to provide equitable access to funding for B3 not-for-profit organizations. This initiative focuses on enhancing organizational capacity to better support the needs of Black...
Unlock Your Business Potential with These Exciting Grants and Funding Opportunities
Are you looking to grow your business, support innovative projects, or positively impact your community? Check out these incredible grants and funding opportunities available in Canada: TELUS Stand with Owners Campaign Apply for a chance to win $200,000 in prizes As a...
Black Entrepreneurship Ecosystem Map
Stronger Together! The Black Entrepreneurship Ecosystem Map (BEEM) is an innovative platform designed to connect, support, and elevate Black entrepreneurs across Canada. Created in collaboration with Innovation, Science, Education and Development Canada (ISED), the Black Entrepreneurship Knowledge Hub (BEKH), Dream Legacy Foundation (DLF), and the Geomatics and Cartographic Research Center (GCRC)—with data from Black-led business organizations and financial institutions—BEEM is a powerful tool for building a strong and sustainable ecosystem for Black entrepreneurs.
Black Innovation Zone
Get access to major networking event, like Collision, Elevate and Web Summit for free and discounted prices! The Black Innovation Zone (BIZ) a collective of Black-led organizations uniting to empower and showcase Black talent across Canada. As part of the Black Builders Network, you’ll get first dibs to free tickets to these events valued at hundreds of dollars.
