About Us
VISION
Black Executive Directors have equitable access to opportunities, resources and funding to lead thriving, sustainable organizations that holistically impact Black youth.
BLACK EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR ALLIANCE OF DETROIT IS BOTH A RESOURCE AND AN ALLY IN THE PURSUIT OF MORE INCLUSIVE C-SUITE ENVIRONMENT FOR LEADERS.
BEDAD is currently composed of over 20 Black nonprofit executives who lead youth development organizations.
MISSION
To strengthen and develop Black Executive Directors of youth-serving organizations to achieve long-term, holistic impact on youth in Detroit and surrounding communities.
COMMITMENT
With an "all in" mindset, we are dedicated to showing up as our best, and determined to work together towards our common goals.
RESPONSIBILITY
We take ownership and accountability to uphold the integrity and values of the Alliance.
TRUSTWORTHINESS
We thrive to be a model of reliability for black excellence, with transparency in our actions and activities.
INTEGRITY
We operate in the best interest of our community, members, and funders by making equitable and fair decisions.
LEADERSHIP
We embody the ability to inspire and influence others to achieve greatness.
OUR CHALLENGE: UNDER RESOURCE
Black nonprofits tend to be disproportionately underfunded. As strong and as appreciated as our volunteer and donor communities are, there is a collective need for funding sources in covering the cost of the staff development and facilities, ultimately making the programs impossible to carry out.