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TheBlackTube — Why We’re a 501(c)(3) Nonprofit
We’re a tech platform created by creators — and structured as a nonprofit so every dollar supports creators, families, and community programs.
Our Mission
TheBlackTube exists to empower creators, protect family-friendly content, and provide resources for underrepresented voices. As a nonprofit tech platform, our core goal is impact — not shareholder profit.
The Founder: Coach Ap 1nabillion
The vision for The Black Tube was shaped by its founder, Coach Ap 1nabillion — an influencer, media executive, and owner of multiple multimedia companies. As CEO of W2MG, Coach Ap managed over 150 YouTube channels, giving him a unique behind-the-scenes perspective on how the digital ecosystem works.
During his time in the industry, he noticed a troubling pattern: Native American and Black creators were rarely represented in executive or decision‑making roles within tech. He was repeatedly told harmful stereotypes such as “Black people are behind in tech” or that Black creators supposedly lacked access to computers or cameras to produce high-quality content. These statements didn’t reflect the reality he saw — talented Black creators producing exceptional work, but lacking proper support, visibility, and investment.
These experiences motivated him to establish The Black Tube Institute — a space designed to educate, resource, and empower Black creatives. The mission is not only to provide access to tools and training, but also to protect creativity, culture, and ownership in the digital space.
For years, many Black creators have raised concerns about their work being copied by counterparts who then receive the recognition, opportunities, and wealth that should have gone to the original creators. In many cases, once certain content styles or ideas became successful among white or Asian creators, the original Black creators reported being shadowbanned or having reduced visibility on mainstream platforms.
The Black Tube was built to change this narrative — ensuring that culture‑shaping creators finally have a home where they can be seen, supported, and compensated.
What Being a 501(c)(3) Means
- Mission-first governance: Decisions are guided by community benefit, not investor return.
- Tax-deductible support: Contributions go directly toward programs and creator development.
- Grant eligibility: We can pursue foundation and public grants to fund training, creator stipends, and youth programs.
- Trusted partnerships: Schools, libraries, and organizations prefer partnering with nonprofit institutions.
- Long-term independence: No VC pressure. No forced algorithms. Our community comes first.
How We Use Support
Every dollar raised is directed toward initiatives that benefit creators and communities:
- Creator grants and production stipends
- Spotlight and promotional campaigns
- Youth creator training camps
- Educational workshops and creator bootcamps
- Tech improvements that increase creator payouts
- NAC community development projects
Why This Matters to You
If you upload, watch, donate, shop, or refer friends — you’re helping build a platform that pays creators, uplifts families, and empowers underrepresented voices. You’re not funding shareholders — you’re funding people.