Race Matters, Friends (RMF) will confront Columbia’s history of racial inequities by practicing courage and collaborating with trusted partners to build transformative policies that dismantle disparities in all local institutions and organizations. RMF’s equity work includes focusing on race, class, LGBTQIA+, disability, religion, and other marginalized groups, ethnicities, and cultural groups.

A courageous community that is inclusive, collaborative, and engaged in social equity.

Equity, Learning, Teaching, Pedagogy, Action, Collaboration, Accessibility

This group also promotes nurturing questions and conversations about racial equity, racism, and structural inequality in Columbia, MO; the United States; and the world. 

The Annual General Meeting is held every July for the purpose of electing the Board of Directors and discussion of business. The Board elects the Executive Committee prior to August 30th.

Race Matters, Friends is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization supported through donations. Our finances are transparent. Treasurers' Reports will be available on our Financials page. Donations can be accepted here, processed by PayPal; via Facebook  fundraisers; or in person at any of our public events. Please contact us with any questions if you would like to set up a social media fundraiser or event in support of our organization or bail fund project.