The Block Club Celebrates One Year of Service

March 4, 2026

The Block Club, a community improvement project focused on Black arts and culture, is celebrating its first anniversary with a three-day fundraising event from March 27-29, seeking to raise $10,000 for operations and facility improvements. The celebration includes a cocktail reception with a silent auction launch on Friday evening, an intimate music lounge on Saturday afternoon, and a family-oriented gaming event on Sunday that coincides with a city proclamation honoring the organization. The online silent auction will feature artwork from Black and Brown artists, local experiences, and products from community businesses, with bidding open throughout the weekend.

Who is affected

The Block Club (TBC) organization and its operations
Raimo Residence 501(c)(3) nonprofit
Local Black and Brown artists whose work is featured in the auction
Park Takeover nonprofit partnership organization
Local musicians performing at the events
Community businesses contributing products to the auction
Local children whose artwork will be displayed
Event attendees and community members
LaRaza Webb, COO of The Block Club

What action is being taken

The Block Club is hosting a three-day fundraiser celebration from March 27-29
A silent auction is being conducted online throughout the weekend
Friday's cocktail social is being hosted in partnership with Park Takeover
Saturday's live music lounge is featuring performances by local musicians
Sunday's family celebration is displaying a gallery of local children's artworks curated by Park Takeover
The organization is accepting RSVPs and ticket purchases for the events

Why it matters

This fundraiser marks a significant milestone for The Block Club as it completes its first year of service to the community. The organization plays an important role in preserving and celebrating Black arts and culture by providing a donation-based creative coworking and event space. The $10,000 fundraising goal is crucial for sustaining operations, maintaining free programming that serves the community, and making necessary facility upgrades. The city's proclamation declaring March 29, 2025 as "The BlockClub SD Grand Opening Day" demonstrates official recognition of the organization's cultural significance and community impact.

What's next

Silent auction closes at 4:00 PM on Sunday, March 29
Winners of the silent auction will be announced on Sunday following the 4:00 PM close

Read full article from source: The San Diego Voice & Viewpoint