This list of antiracism resources is a starting point. It is not exhaustive, and I will update it as I find more. Please share your recommended resources and organizations in the comments—after checking that they’re not already listed below.
Black Lives Matter.
When people respond to the statement “Black Lives Matter” with “All lives matter,” it often comes from misunderstanding or discomfort. As a white woman, I believe one important responsibility is to stop minimizing the specific harms Black people face by insisting on a generic response. Saying “Black Lives Matter” does not exclude others; it highlights that Black lives have long been undervalued and remain disproportionately endangered because of systemic racism.
“All lives matter” sounds inclusive, but it ignores the reality that not all lives have been put at equal risk by racialized systems of power. Recognizing racial injustice does not diminish anyone else’s worth—it points to structural problems that must be addressed. If the statement makes you uneasy, lean into that discomfort. Ask yourself why, read, listen, and act. That is the path to understanding and meaningful allyship.
LEARN to be a better ally:
Being an effective ally requires ongoing education, reflection, and action. Below are accessible resources for learning about race, privilege, and anti-racist practice. These tools include reading lists, lesson ideas for families, and practical steps you can take in your daily life and work.
Antiracist Allyship Starter Pack – A comprehensive Google document with resources and tools to help you become a better ally.
Your Kids Aren’t Too Young To Talk about Race – A roundup of resources and conversation starters appropriate for children of all ages.
Racism: What Can I Do? – Practical suggestions for individual actions that help challenge racism.
Work with Monique Melton – Coaching and workshops focused on racial equity and inclusive practice.
Donate to funds that support Black lives:
Financial support helps families, organizers, and community groups do critical work—legal aid, bail funds, community services, and long-term organizing. If you are able, consider donating to one of these organizations or to local efforts in your community.
George Floyd Memorial Fund – An official fundraiser established to support the Floyd family.
Minnesota Freedom Fund – A community nonprofit that posts bail and bonds for people arrested during protests against police brutality.
Black Visions Collective – A Black, trans, and queer-led organization committed to dismantling systems of oppression and shifting public narratives.
Reclaim The Block – A coalition that advocates for community-led public safety and reallocating funds toward neighborhood services.
Campaign Zero – An initiative using research-based policy solutions to reduce police violence and increase accountability.
Unicorn Riot – A nonprofit media collective focused on exposing root causes of social and environmental issues.
Black Lives Matter – A global chaptered organization working to end white supremacy and build community power to interrupt violence against Black people.
Black Voters Matter – An organization that supports voter engagement and civic participation as tools for community self-determination.
The Loveland Foundation – Focused on providing healing and mental health support to communities of color, with an emphasis on Black women and girls.
Sunshine Behavioral Health – An organization offering substance abuse treatment and community health services; funding and access can support recovery resources in marginalized communities.
When choosing organizations to support, consider both immediate relief efforts and longer-term strategies that build power, provide legal and mental health support, and change policy. Local groups often have deep knowledge of community needs; if possible, identify and fund efforts led by those most affected.
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