by Maleah Perryman | Jun 1, 2026 | Uncategorized
Hello friends, family, and community partners, How are you measuring success today? This past May, we had the incredible honor of attending the Black/African American Student Celebration ahead of high school graduation for Salem-Keizer Public School. At this event,...
by Maleah Perryman | May 1, 2026 | Uncategorized
Hello friends, family, and community partners, If the month of April is any indication of what’s possible within our community, we are stepping into this season with momentum and purpose. We were inspired to see over 350 middle and high school students, along with...
by Maleah Perryman | Apr 2, 2026 | Uncategorized
Hello friends, family, and community partners, Building a strong, thriving community often requires sacrifice—especially within Black, Brown, and under-resourced communities. This work carries a deeper meaning, shaped by history, resilience, and a shared sense of...
by Maleah Perryman | Mar 1, 2026 | Uncategorized
Friends, Families, and Community Partners, I wanted to start this newsletter on a more personal note—reflecting on who we are reaching and why, as we continue our mission to develop and grow Black leadership, partnerships, and collaborations here in Marion and...
by Maleah Perryman | Feb 1, 2026 | Uncategorized
January was a full and powerful start to the new year! We hosted our first Middle School Workshop, Passport to Success, welcoming more than 75 Black and African American middle school students to the Kroc Center. Students participated in workshops focused...
by Be-BLAC Foundation | Jan 26, 2026 | Uncategorized
Job title: Program Director Organization: Be-BLAC Foundation (Nonprofit) Location: Salem, Oregon (Marion/Polk County) Job Type: Full-Time, Exempt Employee Compensation: $70,000–$85,000 annually, depending on experience Benefits: Health benefits, paid time off, and...