Melanin Day School Academy

A nonprofit organization

$1,140 raised by 20 donors

3% complete

$34,121 Goal

Forever Connected Holistic Healing and Wellness Center, operating under the name The Melanin Day School Academy, is a 501c3 non-profit organization. Founded in 2020 and officially established as a 501c3 in Fall 2021, our center is nestled in the heart of Sacramento's Black Wall Street. Serving as a beacon of support for multi-generational enrichment, we pride ourselves on being the village many black families have longed for. Our mission is to provide a myriad of cultural enrichment resources and services that empower black families to embrace a thriving mindset. 

Melanin Day School Academy (MDSA) is a Black-led, intergenerational nonprofit that provides cultural education, plant-based nutrition, youth entrepreneurship, and wellness programs to help families heal and thrive. We serve primarily Black children, elders, and families in underserved communities through year-round programs, events, and community meals that nourish the mind, body, and spirit.

 

Through meticulous program development driven by community feedback, we've birthed initiatives that weave the fabric of families tighter, unravel traumas, and kindle the flames of intentional healing in a sanctuary of safety. Our key programs, spanning Cultural Enrichment, Accelerated Learning, Athletics and Performance Teams, Immersive Field Trips, Community Outreach, and Youth Volunteering, serve as pillars of empowerment, guiding our community on a trajectory towards boundless growth and prosperity. Your contributions breathe life into our endeavors, making dreams a tangible reality. Join us in our noble quest, and together, let's craft a future teeming with promise and possibility.

Giving Activity

Mission

Inform and educate members of the Pan-African Diaspora on methods and practices to heal and thrive together.

Needs

πŸ’Έ Where Your Donation Goes – Every Dollar Counts!

Donation Amount What It Supports

$10 Field trip snacks for 3 children 🍎

$25 1 reusable drumstick set for the Performance Team πŸ₯

$50 Family Care Package for Agriculture Warriors πŸͺ΄

$75 1 week of food for Saturday School 🍽️

$100 A child’s summer camp experience for 1 day 🎨

$135 1 passport for our TUK Tour Program 🌍

$250 Partial stipend for youth instructors or artists πŸ’ƒπŸ½

$150 A tablet for Cultural Exchange students in Sacramento and Uganda πŸ’»

$500 Roundtrip transportation for field trips 🚍

$1,000 Booth + permits at International Kids Festival 🧑

$2,000 Agriculture Warriors tools & family support for the year 🌽

$3,000 Keeps MDSA running May–July (rent, admin, cleaning) 🏠

$5,000 Supports immersive travel & rideshare scholarships πŸš—

$8,039 Covers ALL costs for our Annual Sankofa Gala 🎀

$9,082 Builds our international connection with Uganda πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡¬

Equity Statement

Achieving equity through culturally enriching education and holistic wellness initiatives for the Black community in Sacramento's Black Wall Street.

Organization Data

Summary

Organization name

Melanin Day School Academy

Year Established

2021

Tax id (EIN)

87-4208256

Mission Category

Arts, Culture & Humanities

Operating Budget

$0-$50,000

Organization Need

Funding: Unrestricted, In-Kind Donations, Board Members

Demographics Served

Black/African American, Low-income individuals/families, Individuals with disabilities

BIPOC Leadership

Both the Executive Director & Board Chair

Local Counties Served

Sacramento, Yolo, El Dorado

Address

2251 FLORIN RD STE 122
SACRAMENTO, CA 95822

Service areas

Sacramento, CA, US

Elk Grove, CA, US

Citrus Heights, CA, US

Rancho Cordova, CA, US