A Saint Paul-based nonprofit organization that supports the mental health and emotional healing of Black men in the Twin Cities

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The Black Parachute empowers Black men through guided reflection, community engagement, and resources that foster healing and growth. Through our signature guided journal and community experiences, we create space for Black men to reflect, connect, and prioritize their mental and emotional well-being.

$5,000+

Raised Through Community Support

1,500+

Journals Donated

20+

Community Activations in 2026

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More Than a Journal

The Black Parachute began with a guided journal, but the work continues beyond the page. Through community partnerships, wellness experiences, and free journal distribution, we're creating more opportunities for Black men to reflect, connect, and prioritize their well-being.

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Register for upcoming black men’s retreat

Our Founder/Executive Director Josh Cobb & Executive Board Member/Author Destyn Land will be facilitating a Black Men’s Retreat at Minneapolis College on Saturday, November 7th from 10am-2pm. Come take part in “We Are More Than Sports: Exploring Masculinity”

Save the date, register & learn more with the QR code.

Where to Find Us.

Black Men's Retreat

Community Retreat
Date: 11/07/2026
Time: 10:00am-2:00pm
Address: Minneapolis College, 501 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55403

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Beyond the Smile: Suicide Awareness Walk

Community Pop-Up
Date: 09/20/2026
Time: 12:00pm-4:00pm
Address: North Commons Park, 1801 N James Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55411
Mind & Movement Reset

Community Activation
Date: 09/19/2026
Time: 12:00pm-4:00pm
Address: 576 Front Ave, St Paul, MN 55117

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Community Conversation on Everyday Health

Community Pop-Up
Date: 08/15/2026
Time: 11am-2pm
Address: University of Minnesota, 2231 6th St SE Rm 1-210, Minneapolis, MN 55455
Human Roots Health and Wellness Awareness Event

Community Pop-Up
Date: 08/08/2026
Time: 11am-3pm
Address: Jimmy Lee Recreation Center, 1063 Iglehart Ave, St. Paul, MN 55104
Are U Down 2 Urth?

Community Pop-Up
Date: 07/25/2026
Time: 7:00pm-9:00pm
Address: 825 Arts, 825 University Ave W, St Paul, MN 55104
Rebound MPLS: The Ujima Family Resilience Program

Community Activation
Date: 07/21/2026
Time: 5:00pm-9:00pm
Address: 6120 Earl Brown Drive, 5th Floor, Minneapolis, MN
The Black Market

Community Pop-Up
Date: 07/11/2026
Time: 2:00pm-6:00pm
Address: 767 Eustis St, St Paul, MN 55114
Christmas in July Event (Project Hope MN)

Community Pop-Up
Date: 07/10/2026
Time: 12:00pm-6:00pm
Address: Corner of 5th St. & Minnesota St., St Paul, MN 55101
Strive Publishing & Bookstore

Community Activation
Date: 07/02/2026
Time: 5:30pm-7:30pm
Address: 825 Nicollet Mall, Suite 160, Minneapolis, MN 55402
African-American Educational Empowerment (AME)

Community Pop-Up
Date: 06/17/2026
Time: 5:00pm-7:00pm
Address: MPLS College Outdoor Plaza, 1501 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, MN
Juneteenth Black Market

Community Pop-Up
Date: 06/13/2026
Time: 2:00pm-6:00pm
Address: 767 Eustis St, St Paul, MN 55114
Mali Center

Community Pop-Up
Date: 05/30/2026
Time: 10:30am-12:30pm
Address: 576 Front Ave, St Paul, MN 55117
Black Garnet Books

Community Pop-Up
Date: 05/23/2026
Time: 11:00am-2:00pm
Address: 1319 University Ave W, St Paul, MN 55104
The Barbershop: Wellness Conversations

Community Activation
Date: 05/17/2026
Time: 5:00pm-7:00pm
Address: Urban Touch Barbershop, 1401 E. 38th st, Minneapolis, MN
Black Garnet Books

Community Pop-Up
Date: 05/09/2026
Time: 11:00am-2:00pm
Address: 1319 University Ave W, St Paul, MN 55104
St. Paul Central Senior High School

Community Activation
Date: 04/30/2026
Time: 3:00pm-5:00pm
Address: 275 Lexington Pkwy, St Paul, MN
Flava Coffee

Community Pop-Up
Date: 04/25/2026
Time: 10:00am-2:00pm
Address: 623 University Ave W, St Paul, MN 55104
St. Cloud State University

Community Activation
Date: 04/22/2026
Time: 4:00pm-7:00pm
Address: 651 1st Ave S, St Cloud, MN 56301
825 Arts Community BBQ

Community Pop-Up
Date: 04/21/2026
Time: 6:00pm-8:00pm
Address: 825 University Ave W, St Paul, MN 55104
Flava Coffee

Community Pop-Up
Date: 04/11/2026
Time: 10:00am-2:00pm
Address: 623 University Ave W, St Paul, MN 55104
Dont Shoot Guns Shoot Hoops Boys to Men Camp

Community Pop-Up
Date: 03/29/2026
Time: 11:30am-4:00pm
Address: 1750 105th Ave NE, Blaine, MN 55449

Impact In Their Words

"The daily prompts were very helpful in making me think deeper than just writing about my day. I was forced to think about the people around me, my friends, my family and my environment and gaining a better understanding of how they affect my daily mental state."

Community Member
"I just enjoyed being asked to check in with my current emotions, joys and overall just being guided."

Community Member
"The journal has prompts you can follow if you are new the journaling or having difficulty expressing yourself. The availability alone if the best part"

Community Member
"On day five in my journal I highly appreciate this. It's reshaped my day. It gives me a safe place to feel without judgement."

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