The State of Black Venture 2025: A Call to Capital Gala, Presented by BLCK VC
🥂 Join BLCK VC for an evening of stewardship and celebration during the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s Annual Legislative Conference (CBCF ALC) to honor the release of our 2025 State of Black Venture Report.
Hosted at the historic Smithsonian Art Museum and National Portrait Gallery in Washington, D.C., this black-tie gala will convene a powerful community of funders, investors, policymakers, and champions of equity in venture capital.
As we gather during a week centered on Black political and economic power, we’ll reflect on the data, stories, and structural challenges shaping the future, and our collective responsibility to act.
Our programming for the evening is as follows:
• 5:45 PM | Doors open for VIP guests
• 6:00-7:15 PM | Private welcome reception for VIP guests
• 6:45 PM | Doors open for all guests
• 7:00-8:00 PM | Opening reception for all guests featuring seasonal cocktails and curated sounds
• 8:00-9:30 PM | Seated dinner, remarks and programming featuring special guests
• 9:30-11:00 PM | Closing reception: mingle, dance, fellowship and unwind in good company with curated sounds by DJ Red Corvette
This moment is an invitation to deepen your commitment to our mission and invest in the long-term infrastructure required to advance Black fund managers, operators, and ecosystem builders. From the insights revealed in this year’s report to the relationships built in the room, the evening offers an opportunity to steward this work forward, together.
Please note: This is ticketed event with a seated dinner, opening and closing receptions. Space is limited to 200 guests.
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🥂 With Gratitude to Our Sponsors
This evening would not be possible without the generous support of our mission-aligned partners who believe in the power of capital, community, and collective stewardship.
Presenting & Core Sponsors:
Cambridge Associates
Camelback Ventures
Goldman Sachs
Pivotal Ventures
SignalFire
Silicon Valley Bank
Together, they are helping us build a future where Black fund managers, operators, and ecosystem builders are fully seen, resourced, and invested in.
For sponsorship inquiries please contact [email protected].
For media inquiries please contact [email protected].
BLCK VC is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization working to radically increase Black representation in venture capital. Our work spans research, education, and community building. All proceeds from this gala directly support our programming and strategic initiatives.