Goal: 250 Gifts by Dec 31

Carry the Light Forward for Contra Costa Families

Your gift fuels the programs that help families heal, grow, and thrive:

3% Cover the Fee

100% of your gift directly supports families in Richmond and across Contra Costa County.

FIERCE Advocates is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (EIN 87-2643898).

You will receive an emailed receipt instantly.

We respect your privacy and do not share or sell donor information.

SUSTAIN THE NEXT 20 YEARS OF CARE

For 20 years, FIERCE Advocates has walked alongside Black and Latinx families in Richmond and across Contra Costa County.

What began as Building Blocks for Kids (BBK) has grown into a powerful, community-rooted movement that nurtures healing, leadership, and collective empowerment!

Today, families continue to rely on FIERCE for support that is warm, culturally affirming, and grounded in real community needs.

Your Gift in Action

Every contribution strengthens families, leaders, and caregivers in Richmond and across Contra Costa County.

  • Give $10

    Fills a table with snacks and shared meals that nourish connection in wellness and family programs.

  • Give $20

    Provides art and activity materials for one family session.

  • Give $50

    Powers a healing workshop for youth, caregivers, or families to grow and connect.

  • Give $100

    Funds a stipend for a community member in our civic leaders program to amplify family voices.

  • Give $250

    Supports a full Sanctuary Group session or doula care for parents and babies.

  • Give $500

    Sustains a full cycle of wellness, leadership, and healing programs for families and caregivers.

3% Cover the Fee

Make an impact today

100% of your gift directly supports families in Richmond and across Contra Costa County.

FIERCE Advocates is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (EIN 87-2643898).

You will receive an emailed receipt instantly.

We respect your privacy and do not share or sell donor information.

Families, youth, and caregivers are facing more pressure than ever.

Many are juggling work, childcare, housing challenges, health concerns, and the emotional weight of caring for their families in a world that does not always make space for them.

Your donation directly strengthens programs that meet those needs with care, compassion, and community:

  • Family Wellness

    ● Learn and grow together as a family

    ● Connect with other local families

    ● Enjoy activities that foster joy and healing

  • Sanctuary Groups

    ● Safe, supportive environment for women

    ● Build emotional resilience and community

    ● Find rest and belonging in every session

  • Doula Support

    ● Compassionate care for parents and babies

    ● Guidance during pregnancy, birth, and postpartum

    ● Ensures parents and babies feel seen and supported

  • Leadership & Advocacy Training

    ● Amplify parent and caregiver voices

    ● Build skills to lead change in the community

    ● Participate in workshops and civic engagement

  • Community Events

    ● Celebrate cultural pride and heritage

    ● Build connections across Richmond and Contra Costa

    ● Participate in joyful, shared experiences

HEAR FROM OUR COMMUNITY

  • “I support FIERCE because they have a bold commitment to building strong, healthy communities. Their programs reflect the community’s need for growth, and their mission aligns with my belief in using business for good.”

    Riquelle Small, FIERCE Board Member

  • “Black Women’s Sanctuary has given me a safe space to breathe, heal, and grow. It is a true sanctuary where support flows freely and where I feel nourished and renewed.”

    Sanctuary Participant

  • I support Fierce because I believe social and racial justice begins with building resilient communities and empowering those communities by providing safe spaces, mentorship, training and access to resources. I have seen how the programs offered through Fierce Advocates are making a direct, measurable and lasting impact for Black and Latinx communities in West Contra Costa County.

    Rosemary Healy, FIERCE Board Member

  • “My coaching experience helped me find clarity, confidence, and direction. I walked away with tools that will stay with me for years to come.”

    Personal Coaching Participant

  • “The CoCo Doulas program connected me with women who understand my journey. Their support made me feel grounded, informed, and empowered.”

    CoCo Doulas Trainee

These stories are only possible because of supporters like you.

Your support ensures that every family, leader, and community member has access to programs that uplift, heal, and empower.

3% Cover the Fee

100% of your gift directly supports families in Richmond and across Contra Costa County.

FIERCE Advocates is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (EIN 87-2643898).

You will receive an emailed receipt instantly.

We respect your privacy and do not share or sell donor information.