Urban Intellectuals - Black History Made Easy

⚠️ URGENT: URBAN INTELLECTUALS NEEDS YOUR HELP TO STAY IN BUSINESS

Protect the Work. Defend Black History.

Let’s say it straight! We are in TROUBLE! We are at risk of going out of business and we need your help!

THE ASK

We need 1,000 defenders to stand with us at $100.

If this history matters to you — if this work has served your family, your classroom, your children, your community, or your own journey — this is the moment to defend it.

Your $100 helps protect Urban Intellectuals and gives you 100 days to our no1 Black History Club for adults or children.

That is just $1 a day!

ACT NOW

All contributions big and small welcome

EMERGENCY JUNE 5TH GOAL

300 Defenders

This phase keeps Urban Intellectuals operating, addresses urgent pressure, and protects current work from disruption.

If just 300 people act we will reach our initial goal and save the company from immediate shutdown! YOU can be a defender of Urban Intellectuals, of Black History, of the culture

193 defenders of 300 64.3%
$19,380.00 raised of $30,000.00
Protect the Work Strengthen the Mission Build the Platform Expand the Movement
Messages of support from Defenders like YOU!
In our current political and educational current the work of Urban Intellectuals is more critical than ever before.
Carmen Caldwell
We all we got and your work has impacted me and my family in ways I can’t describe! Keep shining! You’re making history!
Marquel Russell
I believe in Urban Intellectuals and support what you're doing.
Patricia Patterson
Let’s keep Black History Education Alive!
Ernest Curry
We need you! We need this!
Kasey Brown
Your products are outstanding and deserving of our support. All the best!
Donald Merriwether
You got this!
Atiya Brown
Black History IS American History!
Carlton McLellan
Fight the Power!
John Lawson
All things are working out for you! I can’t wait to hear how great this turns! Whenever going through a rough time, my father reminds me of this quote: “Sweet are the uses of Adversity!” Something amazing will emerge out of this situation!
Sterling Clinton Spellman
Happy to help the cause
Ron Douglas
Although I'm not aware of your predicament, it appears you're under assault? I thought they built a highway over Greenwood, but that is neither here nor there. Ever since the end of reconstruction THEY have made a concerted effort to take our land, resources , our livelihoods and our lives. You will endure just like residents of Atlanta, Tulsa, Rosewood etc.
Gerald Dunham
I'm furious and fighting with you.
Megan Kent
Thanks for all you do for our community. It is important for the world how incredible we are as a Civilization and accept it without ego. According to the Laws of Maat, everything is out of order. The Universe will restore order to this world.
Carletta Coleman
Although UI provides great products you also have built a community that I had no idea about until I sat in on your investment call. Wow! I look forward to seeing your continued growth and evolution.
Dyan Bryson
BHM...Black History (OUR history) Matters!!!
Derrick B. Barbee
We are ONE!
Leslie N. Harmon
People have the power, keep hope alive!
Karen Rusk
UI is very important to our communities. The content helps us against the infection of the Yurugu and it helps cleanse us of the ripples of the MAAFA. We must do all we can to save our learning community. UBUNTU!
Leanora Mims
Keep Teaching
Juanita Harbin
Keep sharing Black history.
Steven Rogers
Wishing you alll the best. Thank you for the work you do!
Jamie Gould
Urban Intellectuals has long impressed me with their dedication to revealing our nation's true history and hidden heroes. It's a privilege to offer any support to their critical work!
Astri Graceheart
As a retired educator who worked for 34 years in underserved communities, the current efforts to white wash our history makes me nauseous. We MUST work as a collective to right this wrong.
Gary Rohwer
Hi white people, as a white female it is important that if we are going to resolve these issues of racism that we join groups and learn the real history of our own country and of Black people. And all they have done in contributed to this country that we live in. Please open your wallets and help this organization. Keep up the good work. I am proud to be a member of this organization.
joey blue
I’m humbled to be able to support this important cause ✊🏽
Lisa A Allen
Wishing you much success in your endeavor
JERRY HADLEY
Now, more than ever our voices must be heard. Our stories must be told. Our history, and accomplishments must be shared with the world, and the future generations. All glory to God for bringing us through.
Susie Lofton
Supporting our history in memory of Dr. Cheryl and Imam Abdullah El-Amin
Zarinah El-Amin
I believe in your mission.
Lainika Johnson
I support UI's mission and programs. Keep the good work going!
Meredith White
Keep up the important educational work!
Pete Allen
Sharing our abundance with those who deserve more ❤️
Steve O'Rourke
Thank you for all you do!!!
Rebecca Leas
Thank you for keeping our history alive and accessible.
Tiffany Truss
we are with you, God Bless you for your service!
wendy oxenhorn
Hoping we can work together to raise funds in the uk
Bentley Knight
Hang in there
William Roggenkamp
Urban Intellectuals is a company providing great products that send a message of strength and dignity for many of us to be proud of. The support it needs is necessary to keep providing the rich and authentic culture of our people. I am happy that this company exists to reveal the pride that we can have in ourselves. Thank you Urban Intellectuals for helping to show us, the beauty in us.
Carol Benson
Thanks to Urban Intellectuals, I finally who i am and from whence I came!
General Parker
Our parents put their lives on the line for us and lost lives. What will we do for Our children?
Jarman Bryant
Thank you for all that you do to educate🙏
Nicole Monier
Everyone give even a little!
Shane Whisler
Crossing my fingers and spreading the word
Dru Rafkin
I'm donating because protecting and sharing Black History is so important
Jennifer Jasper
For Those Who Come After, 🗽🫡😉
Max Frankel

This is bigger than a fundraiser.

This is a community-powered response to a real moment. Black history, culture, memory, and political understanding are under attack. Urban Intellectuals exists to make sure our families, children, and communities still have access to the history they tried to erase.

We are at a critical time in the company’s history. With bills to pay, including payroll, rising pressure from tariffs, institutions pulling back from Black history, and attacks on honest education, we have to respond with urgency and purpose.

This campaign is about helping Urban Intellectuals stabilize, protect the work, and continue creating the tools our community needs — flashcards, books, classes, memberships, and resources that keep our history alive in homes, schools, churches, and communities.

We are in Phase 1

Phase 1 is our immediate action to protect the mission, protect the work, and keep the company operating.

We urgently need to raise 1000 Defenders to give $100 to fulfill obligations and keep the lights on.

In return we are giving 100 days access for $1 per day as a bonus to our Sankofa Club (for kids) or Sankof Circle (for adults) Black History memberships.

Phase 2, Phase 3, and Phase 4 will be implemented once we have secured immediate operations. From there, we can push toward stabilizing the company and planning for the future.

 

Protect the mission

Keep independent Black history education alive, visible, and accessible when our stories are being challenged and erased.

Stabilize the company

Generate the immediate cash injection needed to pay down debt, protect the current work, team, content, and community impact.

Build toward Urban Intellectuals 2.0

We are resetting and refocusing and looking to grow, and continue to protect Black history and culture!

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193 defenders of 300 64.3%
$19,380.00 raised of $30,000.00
Protect the Work Strengthen the Mission Build the Platform Expand the Movement
Top Contributing D9
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated
45% 9 of 20 answers
Top Contributing HBCU
Howard University
18.2% 4 of 22 answers

Defender Bonuses

Every person who contributes gets a special thank you bonus. The more you support us with, the better bonuses you get!

All contributors get an invite to our Private Juneteenth event valued. at $75.

Any $

Value $75

Supporter

Get an invite to our PRIVATE Juneteenth Event

Contribute

$25

Value $75

Nurturer

Get an invite to our PRIVATE Juneteenth Event

Contribute

$50

Value $100

Mission Builder

Get an invite to our PRIVATE Juneteenth Event + Reply Access

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$100

Value $400

Defender

100 days at $1 per day of Sankofa Circle (Adults) or Sankofa Club (kids) live Black History classes membership

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$200

Value $700

Family Protector

100 days $1 per day each for access to Sankofa Circle (Adults) and Sankofa Club (kids) live Black History classes membership

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$500

Value $4000+

Community Builder

6 months of Sankofa Circle and Club access + access for your family (up to 4 others)

Contribute

$1K+

Value $7000+

Heritage Partner

1 year access to Circle and Club + family access (up to 4 families) and private founder briefing

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Contribute
Any $ (value $75)

Supporter

Get an invite to our PRIVATE Juneteenth Event

$25 (value $75)

Nurturer

Get an invite to our PRIVATE Juneteenth Event

$50 (value $100)

Mission Builder

Get an invite to our PRIVATE Juneteenth Event + Reply Access

$100 (value $400)

Defender

3 Months of Sankofa Circle (Adults) or Sankofa Club (kids) live Black History classes membership

$200 (value $700)

Family Protector

3 Months of Sankofa Circle (Adults) and Sankofa Club (kids) live Black History classes membership

$500 (value $4000+)

Community Builder

6 months of Sankofa Circle and Club access + access for your family (up to 4 others)

$1K+ (value $7000+)

Heritage Partner

1 year access to Circle and Club and private founder briefing

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THE ASK

We need 1000 people to stand with us at $100.

THIS is the ask we have to reach our Phase 1 goal.

If this history matters to you, if this work has served your family, your classroom, your community, or your personal journey, this is the moment to stand with Urban Intellectuals.

Stand With Us

Contribution Form

Any support you can give is appreciated more than we can ever show! We know we can count on our people to help us save everything we have worked hard to build!

Fill out the form below. If you have any issues please message support@urbanintellectuals.com

Defend UI Donation Form

All donations receive an invite to our Private Juneteenth event. Select your donation amount to see additional bonuses!

Supporter (value $75)

Get an invite to our PRIVATE Juneteenth Event

Nurturer (value $75)

Get an invite to our PRIVATE Juneteenth Event

Mission Builder (value $100)

Get an invite to our PRIVATE Juneteenth Event + Reply Access

Defender (Value $400)

3 Months of Sankofa Circle (Adults) or Sankofa Club (kids) live Black History classes membership

Family Protector (Value $700)

3 Months of Sankofa Circle (Adults) and Sankofa Club (kids) live Black History classes membership

Community Builder (Value $4000+)

6 months of Sankofa Circle and Club access + access for your family (up to 4 others)

Heritage Partner (Value $7000+)

1 year access to Circle and Club and private founder briefing

FAQ

Is this a donation or a product purchase?

This is a donation to help save Urban Intellectuals from shutting down. Any contribution bonuses offered are thank-you items for your support and are not the primary purpose of the contribution.

Is my contribution tax-deductible?

No. Urban Intellectuals is not currently processing these contributions as tax-deductible charitable donations. This is a community support contribution to help protect the work, mission, and operations of Urban Intellectuals.

Why are you asking for support right now?

Urban Intellectuals is in a critical moment. We are raising funds to meet immediate obligations, keep the company operating, protect the mission, and continue serving families, children, educators, and communities with powerful Black history education.

What is Phase 1?

Phase 1 is our immediate action phase. The goal is to have 300 people contribute by June 5th and 1000 overall to fulfill urgent obligations, keep the lights on, and protect the work Urban Intellectuals has built.

What happens after Phase 1?

Once immediate operations are secured, we will move into Phase 2, Phase 3, and Phase 4. These next phases will focus on stabilizing the company, strengthening operations, growing our membership programs, and planning for the future of Urban Intellectuals.

How do I choose Sankofa Circle or Sankofa Club?

If you donate at a level that includes Sankofa Circle or Sankofa Club as a bonus, a follow-up email will be sent with next steps and instructions for making your selection.

What is Sankofa Circle?

Sankofa Circle is our adult Black history membership community, designed to help adults continue learning, discussing, and applying Black history, culture, and legacy in their everyday lives.

What is Sankofa Club?

Sankofa Club is our children’s Black history education program, created to help young people learn their history, build confidence, develop leadership, and stay connected to culture and identity.

How do I donate a different amount?

You can select the custom amount option on the donation form and enter the amount you would like to contribute.

How do I donate a different way?

If you would like to donate in a different way, please reach out to us directly at support@urbanintellectuals.com.

Will I receive a receipt?

Yes. After your contribution is processed, you should receive a confirmation email or receipt using the email address provided during checkout or donation.

When will I receive my contribution bonus?

Contribution bonuses will be fulfilled after your donation is processed usually within 3-7 days. If your bonus requires a selection or additional information, we will follow up by email with the next steps.

What if I am already a Circle or Club member?

If your contribution qualifies for one of the membership bonuses, your current membership renewal date will be extended by the amount of bonus time included with your contribution.

Can I support even if I cannot give a large amount?

Yes. Every contribution matters. Whether you give a little or a lot, your support helps protect Urban Intellectuals, keep the mission alive, and ensure our community continues to have access to the history they tried to erase.

Can I share this campaign with others?

Absolutely. Sharing this campaign with your family, friends, community, church, school, organization, or social media audience is one of the most powerful ways to help. The more people who know what is happening, the stronger our response can be.

Who can I contact if I have questions?

If you have questions or need help with your donation, please contact us at support@urbanintellectuals.com.

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