Giving to
the Givers
Supporting BIPOC community frontliners through cash assistance, creative space, and culturally-rooted programs.
WHAT WE DO
DAWA (Diversity Awareness & Wellness in Action) is a community-centered nonprofit that invests in the people who uplift our communities. Our programs operate in cycles and are sustained through members, donors, grants and local partners.
WHAT WE BELIEVE
We believe in a world where DIVERSITY is a source of strength, AWARENESS normalizes challenging the status quo, WELLNESS is a collective journey, and ACTION means equitable investment of time and resources to historically underrepresented populations.
giving to the givers.
Ways to Get Support
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Dawa Fund
For BIPOC community frontliners — including artists, educators, caregivers, healthcare workers, service industry workers, and organizers — seeking direct financial support during times of need.
- Provides low-barrier, direct cash assistance (over $500,00 since 2019)
- Applications open during scheduled funding cycles (August and December)
- Support is distributed equitably and thoughtfully.
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DAWA Studios
For BIPOC creatives and BIPOC-led orgs looking for access to professional media tools, creative space, and production support.
- Offers no-cost access to high-quality studio space and equipment and a producer/engineer.
- Includes audio, video, and content creation resources.
- Access is request-based and subject to availability.
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Vision:8291
For BIPOC-led grassroots organizations and community entrepreneurs working to build long-term impact and capacity.
- Provides funding, resources, and strategic support.
- Designed to strengthen community-rooted initiatives.
- Participation is cohort-based and opens periodically.
Ways to Get Involved
by the Numbers
$500K+
distributed
1k+
hrs of free content
1k+
Frontliners supported
$80K+
to Black Musicians