Celebrating Culture.
Empowering Our Youth.
Building Community.
Celebrating Culture.
Empowering Our Youth.
Building Community.
PBCD HONORS THE PAST, EMPOWERS THE PRESENT AND BUILDS A FUTURE ROOTED IN UNITY AND UNDERSTANDING.
Welcome to Petaluma Blacks for Community Development (PBCD)—a nurturing space born from a vision to honor Black history and build community. Since 1977, we’ve been a gathering place for education, leadership, and cultural celebration in Sonoma County.
We celebrate Black history not as something separate, but as something that makes us all stronger. When we know one another’s stories, when we see each other fully, we build a community that is more connected, more welcoming, and more alive.
“If there is no struggle,
there is no progress.”
Frederick Douglass
Our programs honor history, empower youth, and connect people through shared celebration.
Grapevine Youth Leadership Program
Empowering the next generation through mentorship, service, and storytelling.
Black History Education
Sharing stories, exhibits, and programs that make local history come alive.
Community Events
Building bridges across generations and cultures through joyful connection.
Upcoming Events
Featured Stories
News & Stories
