Pan African Cultural Foundation

What Pan African Cultural Foundation does

Pan African Cultural Foundation (PACF) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 2017 and headquartered in Beaverton, Oregon, with primary programming delivered at Pioneer Courthouse Square in downtown Portland. PACF serves the Pan African communities of Oregon — defined as Africans, African Americans, Afro Latinx, and Caribbean peoples — operating as an economic development organization dedicated to building cultural, artistic, and economic capacity in those communities. Its core offerings are a portfolio of community programs rather than a unified technology product: the Annual Pan African Festival (a one-day outdoor event featuring performances, food vendors, health screenings, and a marketplace for 30+ Black-owned businesses), the Black Business Initiative and Summit (educational programming for Black business owners covering taxes, cybersecurity, branding, and growth), Cultural Dialogues (structured cross-cultural conversations), and an Annual Gala. Operational technology is limited to a standard WordPress website, social media channels (Facebook, Instagram, YouTube), and digital forms for volunteer, vendor, and artist applications; no proprietary software, APIs, or data platforms are disclosed.

PACF's business model is community-driven and donation-dependent. Revenue is generated through two primary streams: tax-deductible individual donations (online, cash, or check) and tiered corporate sponsorships (Platinum, Host, Gold, Silver, Bronze, and "Friend of the Festival") for the annual festival and summit. Government-aligned sponsors include Business Oregon (Host sponsor, 2019) and the Oregon Public Safety Coalition (Platinum, 2019), alongside private-sector sponsors such as Wells Fargo, Umpqua Bank, OnPoint Community Credit Union, Providence Health & Services, and Underwriters Laboratories. Operational scale per disclosed metrics includes 13,000+ festival attendees in 2019, ~3,500 purchasers from Black-owned businesses at the festival, an 82-attendee Black Business Summit, and 80+ volunteers. The organization maintains its mailing address in Beaverton, a general office presence at the Portland festival venue, and is governed by an unidentified leadership team; the 8th annual festival scheduled for August 2024 was canceled due to unforeseen circumstances.

Name

Pan African Cultural Foundation

Legal name

Pan African Cultural Foundation

Website

https://panafricanfestivalor.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2017

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Pan African Cultural Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit in Oregon operating the Annual Pan African Festival, Black Business Initiative and Summit, and Cultural Dialogues to serve African, African American, Caribbean, and Afro Latinx communities through cultural celebration and economic empowerment.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Community Cultural Development

NAICS

Civic and Social Organizations (813410)

SIC

Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro primary industry

Cultural Festivals & Events Organizations (BPAGAHAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Indigenous, Ethnic & Folk Arts/Heritage Organizations (BPAGAHAI), Community Arts, Culture & Creative Placemaking Enterprises (BPAGALAO), Arts & Culture Community Festivals (Multidisciplinary Arts Weeks) (MPAGAEAG)

Keywords

• Cultural festival events
• Community economic development
• Black business support
• Nonprofit cultural programs
• Pan african arts

Headquarters

HQ city

Portland

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Donations and Contributions: The Pan African Cultural Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. The organization accepts online donations, cash, and check contributions. Donations are tax-deductible.
2. Corporate Sponsorships: The organization generates revenue through sponsorship tiers (Platinum, Host, Gold, Silver, Bronze) for the Annual Pan African Festival and Black Business Summit. Sponsors receive marketing exposure, signage, social media mentions, event collateral, VIP access, and acknowledgment during events.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Pan African Cultural Foundation organizes community cultural and economic development programs for Pan African communities in Oregon. Core offerings include the Annual Pan African Festival (a one-day outdoor festival featuring live performances, food, arts, and a marketplace for 30+ Black-owned businesses), the Black Business Initiative (which encompasses the Black Business Summit and public market opportunities for Black entrepreneurs), Cultural Dialogues (cross-cultural structured conversations), and an Annual Gala. Programs are delivered at no charge to attendees and are funded through donations, sponsorships, and grants.

Product overview

Pan African Cultural Foundation (PACF) operates as a nonprofit economic development organization offering a portfolio of community programs rather than a unified technology product. The core offerings include the Annual Pan African Festival (a one-day celebration of performing arts, culture, and community featuring Black-owned business vendors), the Black Business Initiative (which includes the Black Business Summit and public market platforms for economic empowerment), and Cultural Dialogues (structured conversations promoting cross-cultural understanding). Additional engagement programs include volunteer, vendor, and artist participation opportunities, as well as an Annual Gala celebrating Pan African excellence. These programs collectively support the organization's mission of strengthening economic vitality in Pan African communities through arts, culture, and economic development activities.

Differentiator

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Functional benefit

Products and services

• Annual Pan African Festival One-day outdoor festival held annually at Pioneer Courthouse Square in Portland, celebrating Pan African performing arts and community spirit. Features live performances, cultural foods, arts and crafts, health screenings, and family entertainment. Provides a vendor marketplace for 30+ Black Owned Businesses to sell goods and services.
• Black Business Initiative An ongoing initiative to empower Black business owners through the Black Business Summit, public market platforms, and economic development activities. Provides educational tools, training, and networking opportunities for Pan African entrepreneurs in Oregon.
• Black Business Summit Annual summit celebrating Black business owners and bringing together business experts to inspire and educate with tools, strategies, and best practices. Features breakout sessions on taxes, cybersecurity, branding, marketing, and business growth strategies.
• Cultural Dialogues Structured conversations hosted and facilitated through a Pan African lens, bringing together people from various cultural backgrounds to encourage open exchange of ideas, experiences, and values. Designed to break down barriers, challenge stereotypes, and foster deeper understanding.
• Annual Gala Annual celebration of Pan African excellence in Oregon, honoring community leaders and achievements.
• Volunteer Program Program offering opportunities for community members to contribute to festival logistics, setup, and attendee assistance during the Annual Pan African Festival. Over 80 volunteers participated in the 2019 festival.
• Vendor Program Program offering opportunities for vendors to showcase products and culinary offerings to a diverse audience at the annual festival.
• Artist Program Program providing a platform for musicians, painters, performers, and artists to showcase their talent and captivate festival-goers with their creativity.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 13,000 people attended the 2019 Pan African Festival
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

17 partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, core and supporting.

• Business OregonflagshipGTM or Marketing Partner · 19 June 2019Host sponsor for the third annual Pan African Festival and first ever Black Business Summit 2019. Business Oregon invests in Oregon businesses, communities, and people to promote a globally competitive, diverse, and inclusive economy.
• Oregon Public Safety CoalitionflagshipGTM or Marketing Partner · 25 April 2019Platinum sponsor for the third annual Pan African Festival 2019. An assembly of State of Oregon agencies concerned with public safety including: Criminal Justice Commission, Oregon Youth Authority, Department of Corrections, Department of Public Safety Standards and Training, Oregon State Police, and Board of Parole and Post-Prison Supervision. Sponsors to further community partnerships and expand engagement opportunities.
• Micro Enterprise Services of OregoncoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2019Collaborated with PACF for the first ever Black Business Summit in Oregon, providing business development expertise and resources.
• Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity InccoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2019Partnered with PACF for the first ever Black Business Summit, contributing organizational support and community outreach.
• Multnomah County Health DepartmentcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2019Partnered to train 10 food vendors in food safety and health inspection training for the festival.
• Business Outreach ProgramsupportingStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2019Collaborated with PACF for the Black Business Summit to provide business resources and support.
• Providence Health & ServicessupportingGTM or Marketing Partner2017 sponsor of the Pan African Festival.
• Oregon Health AuthoritysupportingGTM or Marketing Partner2017 sponsor supporting health-focused programming at the festival.
• Metro (Oregon)supportingGTM or Marketing Partner2017 sponsor supporting regional programs.
• African Women's CoalitionsupportingStrategic or Co-development Partner2017 partner organization supporting Pan African women in Oregon.
• Black Parent InitiativesupportingStrategic or Co-development Partner2017 partner supporting Black families and community development.
• Wells FargosupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerSilver sponsor for the 2019 Pan African Festival.
• Health Share of OregonsupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerSilver sponsor for the 2019 Pan African Festival supporting health equity initiatives.
• City of BeavertonsupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerSilver sponsor for the 2019 Pan African Festival.
• Umpqua BanksupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerBronze sponsor for the 2019 Pan African Festival.
• UL (Underwriters Laboratories)supportingGTM or Marketing PartnerPlatinum sponsor for the 2018 Pan African Festival.
• OnPoint Community Credit UnionsupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerFriend of the Festival sponsor for 2018.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• National Urban League: The largest U.S. civil rights and economic empowerment organization for African Americans, with local affiliates in most major metros. Broader scope and substantially larger scale than PACF, but operates the same economic empowerment and community development mission nationally.
• NAACP Portland Branch: Portland chapter of the nation's oldest civil rights organization, focused on racial equity, economic opportunity, and community organizing. Operates in the same Oregon geography and serves overlapping African American audiences, though with a broader policy/advocacy remit.

Emerging players

• National Association of Black Accountants (NABA): National nonprofit advancing Black professionals in accounting and finance, with local chapters including in Portland. Comparable audience overlap (Black business and professional community) and similar event-based programming, though focused on a specific professional vertical.
• Africa in America Cultural Exchange: U.S.-based nonprofit promoting cultural exchange and understanding between African and African American communities. Comparable Pan-African cultural mission and educational programming focus, though operating at a smaller scale and at a national rather than Oregon-specific scope.

Direct peers

• Northwest African American Museum (NAAM): Seattle-based museum preserving and celebrating Black history and culture in the Pacific Northwest. Comparable in its Pan-African/African American cultural focus and Pacific Northwest geography, though NAAM operates a permanent facility rather than an annual festival format.
• Urban League of Portland: Portland-based civil rights and economic empowerment organization serving the African American community with workforce development, entrepreneurship support, and advocacy. Directly comparable to PACF in mission, geography, and target population, though operating at a larger scale with year-round programming.
• African Chamber of Commerce of Oregon: Oregon-based chamber supporting African-owned and African-focused businesses. Comparable as a Pan African business community organization in Oregon, with overlapping target members (African and African American business owners) and similar geographic focus.
• Black Economic Council of Oregon (BECO): Oregon-based nonprofit advancing economic equity for Black Oregonians through business development, policy advocacy, and community wealth building. A direct peer of PACF's Black Business Initiative, addressing the same Black-owned business capital gap (e.g., SBA loan access) that PACF targets.
• African Women's Coalition: Oregon-based nonprofit supporting African immigrant and refugee women. Already a PACF partner; directly comparable as a Pan African community organization serving overlapping populations in Oregon with cultural and economic development programming.
• Micro Enterprise Services of Oregon (MESO): Portland-based nonprofit providing business development resources to small entrepreneurs, with a focus on underserved communities. Already a PACF partner on the Black Business Summit; operates in the same small-business economic development space.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/watch?v=YhrCnlaZVYs&t=18s
• Facebookfacebook.com/AfricaFestPDX
• Instagraminstagram.com/panafricanfestivaloforegon
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/pafpdx

Compliance1 record

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