FAMILIES & MOTHERS

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These Black-led programs and organizations provide support, advocacy, and resources specifically for families and mothers in Phoenix. From maternal health to family empowerment, here’s a curated list.

Black Birth Equity Now (BBE Now)

Category: Maternal Health & Support

Mission: Advance Black maternal health by providing advocacy, education, community support, and resources that address birth equity.

Website: bbenow.com

Black Mothers Forum

Category: Family Advocacy, Education, Mental Health

Mission: Create safe and supportive learning environments for Black children and advocate for families through community-based solutions.

Website: https://blackmothersforums.com

Arizona Birthworkers of Color

Category: Maternal Health, Doula Support, Advocacy

Mission: Support Black birthing parents by providing culturally-informed birth, postpartum, and lactation support, as well as advocacy for equitable maternal care.

Website: https://www.arizonabirthworkersofcolor.com/

Contact: info@azbirthworkersofcolor.org

Black Women of Arizona

Category: Women’s Leadership, Family Support

Mission: Create supportive spaces and programs for Black women and mothers to connect, grow, and thrive socially, professionally, and emotionally.

FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/487207643442029/blackwomenofarizona.com

BASE Arizona

Category: Youth & Family Programs, Cultural Enrichment

Mission: Provide culturally-rooted educational and enrichment programs that benefit children, parents, and families in the community.

Website: basearizona.org

Zuri’s Circle

Category: Family & Youth Support

Mission: Provide mentorship, basic-needs assistance, and empowerment services for youth and families in hardship.

Website: azgives.org/zuriscircle

Contact: 480-779-9874, zuriscircle.mbc@gmail.com

Last updated: November 2025 — new submissions welcome!