REAP, an acronym for Real Engagement through Active Philanthropy, is a philanthropic giving circle that enables its members to make investments in community-based organizations with programs that specifically target the African American community.
At the time of its founding, no group existed in Phoenix that had a specific mission to engage Black men in philanthropy. REAP saw the need to fill this void and committed to growing a collective of likeminded men who give back.
Members of REAP donate their money to a fund, and collectively decide to make investments in a way that increases awareness and engagement in local issues largely affecting the local African American community.
Together, the giving circle’s members accelerate the growth in assets through both a Charitable Giving and Endowment Fund with their contributions. The REAP funds and annual grant cycle are administered by The Arizona Community Foundation.
REAP aspires to set an example of what collective giving can achieve and creating positive social impact for its community members.
REAP is based in Phoenix, Arizona.
