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For You, For Me, For We
About Us
Our Team
Our History
Our History
C.O.B.L.AS team is made up of supporters, volunteers, donors, and members We also work with other organizations who are in alignment with our mission. Our team is you! Together in unity is what we are all about!
Our organization has 501(c)(3) status
Our History
Our History
Our History
We were founded by Riccardo Waites, a naval submarine veteran, single father of two (9 total), and small business owner living in Bend, Oregon.
After witnessing the senseless murder of George Floyd he decided to create an organization that can do what no other organization has done, unify black America. Believing that only a united black
We were founded by Riccardo Waites, a naval submarine veteran, single father of two (9 total), and small business owner living in Bend, Oregon.
After witnessing the senseless murder of George Floyd he decided to create an organization that can do what no other organization has done, unify black America. Believing that only a united black America joined with others who share the same heart and mindset can end racial inequality. His motto?
Unification
For You, For Me, For WE
Our Mission
Our History
Our Mission
C.O.B.L.A.S mission is to uplift African Americans by involving them in programs designed to put them on a path to generational wealth, inclusion, and equality. The objective is to assist these individuals and families by bridging the gap in employment, housing, safety, health and education.
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Your generous support and contributions will enable us to meet our goals and improve the quality of life for people of color in Central Oregon and statewide.