BRIC was born in crisis—but crisis was never the end goal. This reflection explores the shift from survival to sustainability, why Black-led organizations need permanence, and how BRIC is playing the long game to build lasting power, infrastructure, and community-held resources.

Black history didn’t begin with a proclamation or a calendar page. It’s always been bold, brilliant, and world-shaping. This reflection challenges how we remember history—and why honoring it goes far beyond a single month.

As BRIC steps into 2026, our charge is clear: be rooted in legacy, ready to scale impact, and relentless in the pursuit of justice. Learn how BRIC is building capacity, elevating leadership, and activating coalitions to advance equity across Colorado.

2025 asked a lot of us—and together, we met it head-on. A reflection on resilience, community, joy, and the power of investing in Black-led organizations across Colorado. We didn’t just survive 2025. We made it—together.

Yes, the pain is real—but so is your power. In a time of shutdowns, injustice, and uncertainty, LaDawn Sullivan calls on us to stay grounded, organize locally, and invest in the communities that sustain us.

Courage is the currency we inherit—and what we invest in future generations. Discover how the BRIC Fund transforms courage into resources, resilience, and real power for Black communities across Colorado.

The BRIC Fund honors the legacy of Civil Rights leaders by empowering Black-led organizations in Colorado, championing leadership, equity, and liberation.