THE CENTER
FOR BLACK EXCELLENCE AND CULTURE
Madison is continually recognized as one of the best places to live in the United States. Unfortunately, that has not yet been true for its Black residents. Wisconsin is regularly named the worst state for Black people in the country, and Dane County’s racial disparities are among the state’s most extreme.
The Black community is ready for a renaissance, but needs a place to celebrate our culture and ignite our advancement. With your support, we believe The Center for Black Excellence and Culture will be a critical step in transforming Madison and Dane County.
In addition to welcoming the Black community with space for connections and growth, The Center for Black Excellence and Culture will:
Celebrate and Teach Black Greatness and Culture
With a special emphasis on teaching Black youth their local, regional, national and world history
NURTURE AND DEVELOP BLACK BUSINESS AND COMMUNITY LEADERS
By developing and launching business ventures that will benefit our community
ATTRACT, CONNECT AND RETAIN BLACK TALENT
In partnership with local businesses, educational institutions and community-based organizations.

Get to Know Our Founder
Rev. Dr. Alex Gee, a lifelong Madison resident, is pastor of Fountain of Life Church, founder/CEO of the nonprofit Nehemiah Center of Urban Leadership and host of the podcast Black Like Me. In partnership with other faith, business, health, education, community and political leaders, he hopes The Center for Black Excellence and Culture will bring together a collective Black brilliance to affirm, inspire and advance the Black community. Through time and effort, he believes this will also become a national model for empowering the Black community through its own leadership, innovation and resilience.
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Be a Part of Building Change
If you prefer to mail your donation, please send it to:
The Center, P.O. Box 259861, Madison, WI 53725-9861
Gifts are 100% tax-deductible.

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The Center for Black Excellence and Culture, Inc. is organized and operating as a 501(c)(3) organization. Its IRS application is pending.