--- title: Partners --- [Go Back Up](https://blackglobalstartups.org/dev-partners#top) [Skip to Content](https://blackglobalstartups.org/dev-partners#body) [![blackglobalstartups](https://blackglobalstartups.org/hs-fs/hubfs/blackglobalstartups.png?width=200&height=66&name=blackglobalstartups.png "blackglobalstartups")](https://www.blackglobalstartups.org?hsLang=en) Toggle Menu - [Home](https://blackglobalstartups.org/dev-home) - [About](https://blackglobalstartups.org/dev-about) - [What We Do](https://blackglobalstartups.org/dev-what-we-do) - [Research](https://blackglobalstartups.org/dev-research) Toggle children for Research Main Menu (Press to Return) > Research - [The Found'ER](https://blackglobalstartups.org/the-founder-er) - United States Toggle children for United States Research (Press to Return) > United States - [Inflection Point](https://blackglobalstartups.org/dev-inflection-point) - Africa Toggle children for Africa Research (Press to Return) > Africa - [Africa, Unfiltered](https://blackglobalstartups.org/dev-africa-unfiltered) - [Insights](https://blackglobalstartups.org/dev-insights-resources) - [Community](https://blackglobalstartups.org/dev-community) - [Impact](https://blackglobalstartups.org/dev-impact) - [Partners](https://blackglobalstartups.org/dev-partners) - Open Search Search Submit Search - Days - Hours - Minutes # PARTNER WITH US BUILD THE FUTURE OF BLACK INNOVATION—TOGETHER Black Global Startups, Inc. partners with organizations that believe in the power of Black entrepreneurship to drive global innovation, economic growth, and community impact. By partnering with BGS, you gain access to a growing global ecosystem of founders, mentors, investors, and hubs across Africa and the Diaspora—while helping remove systemic barriers to opportunity. ![blackglobalstartups-founders-residency-banner-800x800](https://blackglobalstartups.org/hs-fs/hubfs/blackglobalstartups-founders-residency-banner-800x800.png?width=800&height=800&name=blackglobalstartups-founders-residency-banner-800x800.png) ## WHY PARTNER WITH BLACK GLOBAL STARTUPS? A TRUSTED GLOBAL PLATFORM BGS is building a connected, cross-continental ecosystem designed to support Black founders at every stage of their journey. Our work sits at the intersection of **entrepreneurship, innovation, culture, and economic empowerment**. **Partners work with us to:** - Support high-potential Black-led ventures - Expand access to capital, knowledge, and networks - Build inclusive innovation ecosystems - Drive measurable, community-centered impact [Next Section](https://blackglobalstartups.org/dev-partners#main) PARTNERSHIP ## OPPORTUNITIES Corporate & Institutional Partnerships Collaborate with BGS to design and support programs that align with your organization’s innovation, inclusion, and market-expansion goals. **Opportunities include:** - Program sponsorship and co-branding - Founder education and workforce development initiatives - Innovation challenges and pilot programs - Market access and supplier diversity pathways Investor & Capital Partnerships BGS collaborates with investors, funds, and financial institutions dedicated to unlocking capital for Black founders worldwide. **Engagement options:** - Participation in the BGS Investor Network - Deal flow access to vetted founders - Co-investment and pooled funding initiatives - Founder readiness and pipeline development Philanthropic & Foundation Partnerships Foundations and donors partner with BGS to support scalable, high-impact entrepreneurship initiatives across regions. **Impact areas include:** - Founder education and training - Mentorship and leadership development - Hub development and ecosystem building - Research, data, and impact measurement   Ecosystem & Community Partners We collaborate with accelerators, universities, innovation hubs, NGOs, and community organizations to strengthen local and global ecosystems. **Collaboration models:** - Program co-delivery - Knowledge exchange and research - Regional hub partnerships - Cross-border founder support ![blackglobalstartups-founders-residency-banner-800x800](https://blackglobalstartups.org/hs-fs/hubfs/blackglobalstartups-founders-residency-banner-800x800.png?width=800&height=800&name=blackglobalstartups-founders-residency-banner-800x800.png) ## OUR PARTNERSHIP MODEL FLEXIBLE. COLLABORATIVE. IMPACT-DRIVEN. We design partnerships that are: - **Aligned** with shared values and objectives - **Collaborative**, not transactional - **Scalable** across regions and programs - **Measurable**, with clear outcomes and reporting Every partnership is structured to deliver mutual value while advancing Black entrepreneurship globally. [Next Section](https://blackglobalstartups.org/dev-partners#main) ![blackglobalstartups-founders-residency-banner-800x800](https://blackglobalstartups.org/hs-fs/hubfs/blackglobalstartups-founders-residency-banner-800x800.png?width=800&height=800&name=blackglobalstartups-founders-residency-banner-800x800.png) ## IMPACT YOU CAN HELP CREATE By partnering with BGS, your organization contributes to: - Expanded access to education, mentorship, and capital - Cross-border collaboration and innovation - Stronger local ecosystems connected to global markets - Long-term economic empowerment in Black communities [Next Section](https://blackglobalstartups.org/dev-partners#main) ![blackglobalstartups-founders-residency-banner-800x800](https://blackglobalstartups.org/hs-fs/hubfs/blackglobalstartups-founders-residency-banner-800x800.png?width=800&height=800&name=blackglobalstartups-founders-residency-banner-800x800.png) ## WHO WE PARTNER WITH We work with organizations that: - Are committed to equity, inclusion, and innovation - Value long-term impact over short-term optics - Want to engage authentically with Black founders and communities - Are open to co-creation and shared learning [Next Section](https://blackglobalstartups.org/dev-partners#main) ## BECOME A PARTNER If your organization is interested in supporting Black entrepreneurs and shaping the future of global innovation, we’d love to explore a partnership. 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