Black Cultural Initiative

Black Cultural Initiative Lane County’s first Black-led community center, hub, & business incubator. Uplifting & empowering the Black community.

Black Cultural Initiative
1695 Jefferson St
Eugene, OR 97402

FREE CHILDREN’S CLOTHES GIVEAWAY!Families, we’ve got you covered!Come shop for FREE children’s clothes at the Black Cult...
05/20/2026

FREE CHILDREN’S CLOTHES GIVEAWAY!

Families, we’ve got you covered!
Come shop for FREE children’s clothes at the Black Cultural Initiative’s Community Clothing Closet, in partnership with !

📅 May 23rd
⏰ 10AM–4PM
📍 1695 Jefferson St., Eugene

We’ll have clothing sizes available from infant through youth size 10 👕👖🧥👟

Whether you need a few essentials or a whole new wardrobe for your little ones (we know how quickly they grow out of clothes, y'all!), come by and take what your family needs at no cost.

Please help us spread the word by sharing this post with parents, caregivers, and families in the Eugene area!

Save the date, fam! 🔥🐟We’re hosting our annual BBQ & Fish Fry on August 15, 2026! Let's GO!Good food, good vibes, and ev...
05/16/2026

Save the date, fam! 🔥🐟

We’re hosting our annual BBQ & Fish Fry on August 15, 2026! Let's GO!
Good food, good vibes, and even better company.

More details coming soon, but go ahead and get it on your calendar now!

AUGUST 15
The People's Collective
1695 Jefferson St
Eugene, OR

IT'S THE MAY 2026 EVENTS SCHEDULE !!Join the Black Cultural Initiative this month for community resources, wellness, edu...
05/08/2026

IT'S THE MAY 2026 EVENTS SCHEDULE !!
Join the Black Cultural Initiative this month for community resources, wellness, education, and gardening in Eugene! 🖤💛💚

📍 Saturdays at
1695 Jefferson Street, Eugene, OR

MAY 9
Food Distribution | 10AM–3PM
Drop-In Health Clinic | 11AM–5PM
Financial Literacy | 10AM–12PM
Gardening Series: Starting a Garden | 1PM–3PM

MAY 23
Food Distribution | 10AM–3PM
Children’s Clothing Giveaway | 10AM–4PM
Drop-In Health Clinic | 11AM–3PM
Gardening Series: Soil Health | 1PM-3PM

Sign up for Food Distribution, Gardening Series, and Financial Literacy -->🔗 blackculturalinitiative.org/events

IT'S THE MAY 2026 EVENTS SCHEDULE !!Join the Black Cultural Initiative this month for community resources, wellness, edu...
05/08/2026

IT'S THE MAY 2026 EVENTS SCHEDULE !!
Join the Black Cultural Initiative this month for community resources, wellness, education, and gardening in Eugene! 🖤💛💚

📍 Saturdays at
1695 Jefferson Street, Eugene, OR

MAY 9
Food Distribution | 10AM–3PM
Drop-In Health Clinic | 11AM–5PM
Financial Literacy | 10AM–12PM
Gardening Series: Starting a Garden | 1PM–3PM

MAY 23
Food Distribution | 10AM–3PM
Children’s Clothing Giveaway | 10AM–4PM
Drop-In Health Clinic | 11AM–3PM
Gardening Series: Soil Health | 1PM–3PM

Sign up for Food Distribution, Gardening Series, and Financial Literacy -->🔗 blackculturalinitiative.org/events

🌱 Our Gardening Series is here! 🌱Join JR Morgan, owner of Morganic Roots Eco Firm—a local, Black-founded gardening and l...
05/06/2026

🌱 Our Gardening Series is here! 🌱

Join JR Morgan, owner of Morganic Roots Eco Firm—a local, Black-founded gardening and landscaping business rooted in sustainability and community growth—for a hands-on series at BCI/The People’s Collective.

You’ll learn accessible gardening practices, build real skills, get your hands in the soil, and enjoy giveaways like compost & seed starts—all with free food + childcare provided!

📍 1695 Jefferson St, Eugene

🗓️ Upcoming sessions:
May 9 (1–3pm) – Intro to Morganic-style gardening
May 23 (1–3pm) – Soil
June 6 (10am–12pm) – Plants
June 20 (10am–12pm) – Compost + guest speaker
July 4 (10am–12pm) – Propagation
July 18 (10am–12pm) – Farm trip (limited to 25 participants)
August 1 (10am–12pm) – Canning & dehydrating
August 29 (10am–12pm) – Colonization & agriculture
September 12 (10am–12pm) – DIY garden beds
September 26 (1–3pm) – Garden framing + guest speaker
October 10 (1–4pm) – Harvest Party

Come grow with us, y'all!
Sign up at the link in our bio!

We’re excited to share more about our bi-monthly food distribution 🍎In partnership with local ranchers and farmers, and ...
05/03/2026

We’re excited to share more about our bi-monthly food distribution 🍎

In partnership with local ranchers and farmers, and with support from Food for Lane County, we’re working to increase access to whole, locally produced foods, prioritizing historically and currently marginalized communities.

Through our Food Distribution Center, individuals and families can access:
• Red meats (beef, lamb, goat)
• Poultry & pork
• Seasonal fresh fruits & vegetables
• Culturally specific whole foods to better meet our community’s needs

Sign up here: bit.ly/BCI_FOOD2026

Thank you to Food for Lane County for partnering with us in this work to address food insecurity.

Feel free to share with someone who could benefit 💛

As the weather warms up in Eugene, the energy is picking up, y'all! Folks are outside, showing up, and we’re excited to ...
04/30/2026

As the weather warms up in Eugene, the energy is picking up, y'all! Folks are outside, showing up, and we’re excited to keep creating spaces to connect.

One of our favorite recent moments? An Evening with the Portland Fire! 🔥 Being in the room celebrating women’s sports, culture, and community all at once just felt good.

Huge thank you to the Portland Fire for pulling up and sharing space with us, to Kodjo Wilder for guiding such a meaningful conversation, and to Sania Thomas and Christina Munoz for helping bring it all together. Shout out to the WNBA players as well - thank you, Haley Jones and Sug Sutton, for being in community with us.

Big love to the Portland Fire for building community with us and to everyone who came through and showed out. Y’all made it super special!

🏡 Introducing BCI's newest program: Black Tenant Empowerment – Rent Well SeriesAt BCI, we believe housing security is a ...
04/29/2026

🏡 Introducing BCI's newest program: Black Tenant Empowerment – Rent Well Series

At BCI, we believe housing security is a foundation for thriving communities. That’s why we’re committed to equipping Black renters with the knowledge, tools, and support needed to confidently navigate the housing system.

This six-part series is centered on tenant rights, rental stability, and empowerment—because we know access to clear information and advocacy is key to long-term housing security.

📚 In this series, you’ll:
• Learn your rights as a tenant
• Strengthen your rental applications
• Build stability for yourself and your household

🗓 May 7, 8, 14, 15, 21 & 22
⏰ 6–8 PM
📍 1695 Jefferson St, Eugene

Participants receive:
• Individualized support
• Limited rental & utility assistance
• Up to $5K in landlord support (eligibility-based)
• Childcare & dinner provided

Your stability matters. Your rights matter. Your future matters.

Sign up today via the QR code or contact [email protected].

Join us at BCI this Saturday, April 25th, for a PACKED day of community care, connection, and fun 🌿✨ 10 AM – 3 PMFood Di...
04/25/2026

Join us at BCI this Saturday, April 25th, for a PACKED day of community care, connection, and fun 🌿

✨ 10 AM – 3 PM
Food Distribution (sign-up required)

🩺 11 AM – 5 PM
Drop-in Health Clinic (no appointment needed)

🌱 1 PM – 3 PM
Gardening Party (sign-up required)

🏀 4 PM – 5:30 PM
An Evening with WNBA’s Portland Fire (no sign-up required) - with an Oregon Ducks mascot special appearance!

There’s something for everyone this Saturday—come through, bring a friend, and spend the day with us 💛

More info in bio!

Location:
The People's Collective
1695 Jefferson St. | Eugene

🌍 Happy Earth Day, y'all!For generations, Black communities have cultivated deep connections to the land—growing food, p...
04/23/2026

🌍 Happy Earth Day, y'all!

For generations, Black communities have cultivated deep connections to the land—growing food, preserving cultural traditions, and creating spaces of resilience and self-determination. From ancestral farming practices to today’s community gardens, caring for the earth has always been a way we care for each other. 🌱

At BCI, this is part of how we build community resiliency—through connection to land, food, and each other.

Here are 4 ways to support Black land stewardship this Earth Day:
🌿 Support Black-owned farms and growers
🌿 Learn about the history of Black agriculture and land justice
🌿 Show up for local community gardens and green spaces
🌿 Share resources and knowledge within your community

And if you’re ready to get involved, then join us for our upcoming Gardening series!

This Saturday is our Garden series kick-off partay!
📅 Saturday, April 25th, 1–3 PM
📍 The People’s Collective Community Garden (1695 Jefferson St)
To sign up and view more details and dates, visit blackculturalinitiative.org/events

Our Gardening Workshop is open to all levels! Come learn, share, and grow with us here at BCI.

Address

1695 Jefferson Street
Eugene, OR
97402

Telephone

+15412326298

Website

https://www.blackculturalfestival.com/

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