Organization’s mission, history, overall goals and objectives:
The BCAACF, Inc. was founded in 1996 by Maryland Speaker of the House, Delegate Adrienne Jones, who envisioned a vibrant festival of the arts and culture in Baltimore County that would celebrate the rich and thriving traditions of the African American community. Annually, the festival celebrates the rich and thriving traditions of the African American community. Drawing in renowned and local entertainers, small and large businesses, and approximately 50,000 attendees, the festival continues to be a vibrant extravaganza that has become one of Baltimore County's treasures. The festival is free, family-oriented and will be held in Towson, MD at Towson Patriot Plaza. Lastly, the festival serves as a vehicle to showcase Baltimore County's communities and its residents. It also serves as a means of raising funds to support charitable programs charged to the festival such as scholarships and historical preservation projects. This annual, free Festival event is one of the only in the Mid-Atlantic corridor that does not promote or endorse alcohol and tobacco product sponsorships.
Board President: Kendrick R. Tilghman, MBA
Status: The BCAACF, Inc. is a 501 C (3) tax-exempt organization.
Objectives: Showcasing Baltimore County achievements through its communities, residents, government agencies, non-profit organizations, education, history, entrepreneurship, arts, culture; and connecting its residents to vital resources. Scholarship fundraising.
Attendees: 50,000 people annually attend this one-day extravaganza of cultural activities, entertainment, exhibits, food and beverage attractions and informational exchange displays.
Demographics: Baltimore County, Maryland hails more than 800,000 residents. Thirty percent of these residents are
African Americans. Attendees comprise, children, youth, adults, and seniors who reflect multicultural backgrounds and
experiences.
Breakout of Festival attendee age range to 100%
o Adults (Ages 18-64, excluding college students) (65%)
o Senior Citizens (65 +) (15%)
o High School (Grades 9-12) (10%)
o Elementary & Middle School (Grades K-8) (5%)
o Infants & Toddlers (Birth - 5) (5%)
o Senior Citizens (65 +) (15%)
o High School (Grades 9-12) (10%)
o Elementary & Middle School (Grades K-8) (5%)
o Infants & Toddlers (Birth - 5) (5%)
Breakout of Festival attendee ethnicity to 100%
o African American (90%)
o Asian American (1%)
o Caucasian (4%)
o Hispanic/Latino (4%)
o Native American (1%)
o Asian American (1%)
o Caucasian (4%)
o Hispanic/Latino (4%)
o Native American (1%)