BASS created the "Identity Through Expression" fund in Bright Funds to offer financial support to vital nonprofits supporting the community. Each organization was carefully selected to represent the multitude of voices within the Arts community. Each organization contributes to a collective narrative that celebrates the richness of heritage, fosters unity, and amplifies stories that might otherwise go unheard.

February is Black History Month when we recognize the accomplishments of Black Americans. This year, the theme of the month is African Americans and the Arts to recognize “the many impacts Black Americans have had on visual arts, music, cultural movements, and more.” This fund supports the charities that support the African American community by promoting economic and social justice for Black Americans, fighting racism and intolerance in the United States, and supporting the contributions of African Americans in the arts. The composition of nonprofits in this fund may be subject to change.