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HELPING LA'S FOSTER CARE COMMUNITY SUCCEED

Los Angeles County is home to more than 30,000 youths and children in foster care. Every day, many cope with limited access to resources, education, or supportive relationships. The Biddy Mason Charitable Foundation (BMCF) is keeping its promise to help them succeed.

Launched in 2013 as a ministry of LA’s First AME Church, today BMCF is an independent nonprofit serving current and former foster youth. We’re inspired by Biddy Mason, a formerly enslaved woman in LA who won her freedom and devoted her life to uplifting others—a legacy we’re honored to continue.

REMEMBERING BIDDY MASON

TAKE A TOUR OF THE BIDDY MASON CHARITABLE FOUNDATION HOUSE

We Heal Through History

Current and former foster youth often know little about their ethnic or cultural background.

Separated from their communities of origin, many struggle with identity and maintaining positive self-worth. This is especially true for Black and Brown youths who are overrepresented in the foster care system.

BMCF believes that knowing your past can help heal your future. We intentionally weave the history of Black and underrepresented populations into our work so foster youth can reclaim their heritage and sense of belonging.

VISIT THE BIDDY MASON CHARITABLE FOUNDATION

We’re committed to educating the public on how history and support of foster youth intersect. Located in LA’s West Adams neighborhood, the BMCF house features a retrospective of Black activists, artists, inventors, chefs, and much more! Contact us today to schedule a tour and learn more about Biddy Mason and other inspiring figures from the past.

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Biddy Mason Charitable Foundation

Biddy Mason Charitable Foundation

Advancing the humanitarian legacy of Biddy Mason by serving foster youth and sharing Black history.

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Amid these devastating fires in LA, we're craving connection and healing more than ever. Please join our president and CEO, Jackie Broxton, for an uplifting message inspired by the emancipation day of Biddy Mason, the “grandmother of Los Angeles.” Service will be held at 10 a.m. on Sunday, Jan 19 at Los Angeles First United Methodist Church at 1016 S. Flower Street in Downtown LA. All are welcome!#BiddyMason #unitedmethodistchurch #eatonfire #palisadesfire ... See MoreSee Less
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College is NOT out of reach for current and former foster youth. California has one of the most robust networks of universities to help you shape your future for the better 🎓Programs like Guardian Scholars, Renaissance Scholars and more at the Cal States provide mentorship and advocacy, and BMCF scholarships can assist! Let 2025 be the year you lean into your potential 💫 Visit www.calstate.edu/fosteryouth to learn more!#fosteryouth #fostercare #CollegeAccess #collegetips #biddymasoncharitablefoundation ... See MoreSee Less
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