WACCCA — West African Cultural Conference Center of America

Let’s Build Our Cultural Home Together.

Join 500+ West African diaspora families in creating a permanent cultural center in Baltimore—a place to celebrate, learn, grow, and honor our shared roots and heritage for generations to come.

  • We already own the building.
  • 40,000 sq ft cultural home for everyone.
  • Built by and for the West African diaspora.
500+ families 40,000 sq ft Baltimore, MD

Reconnecting Roots. Rebuilding Legacy.

Join thousands of Africans in the Diaspora to create the first West African Cultural Center of America. A permanent home for heritage, unity, and generations to come.

  • Heritage and language for our children.
  • Unity, wellness, and community programs.
  • A platform for business, arts, and media.

Be Part of History Today — every dollar brings us closer to breaking ground.

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Why This Matters

For years, Africans across the Diaspora have dreamed of a space that celebrates who we are.

A place to share our culture, our stories, and our future.

Now, that dream is within reach. Together, we can build the West African Cultural Conference Centre of America (WACCCA).

A home for education, arts, business, and community. A place where our children can learn their roots, where traditions live on, and where Africa’s heartbeat thrives in America.

This is more than a building. It will become our LEGACY.

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THE VISION

What Will WACCCA Include?

Your contribution will help us create:

A Place of Worship

Faith

Where faith brings the community together.

  • Daily prayers & reflection rooms
  • Interfaith gatherings and community support

Educational Classrooms & Language Labs

Education

Teaching African languages and culture.

  • Language labs (Fula, Yoruba, Twi, Arabic, French…)
  • Tutoring, GED, and heritage programs

A Cultural Museum

Heritage

Showcasing African art, history, and heritage.

  • Rotating exhibitions and storytelling
  • Historical archive and learning tours

Community Health & Wellness Programs

Wellness

For mind and body.

  • Health clinics and screenings
  • Fitness classes and mental‑wellness support

Performance Hall & Art Gallery

Arts

To showcase African creativity.

  • Music, dance, and theater performances
  • Gallery exhibits from local and global artists

Business Incubator & Networking Hub

Business

Empowering African entrepreneurs.

  • Mentorship, workshops, and pitch events
  • Co‑working, marketplace, and networking

Build Our Legacy. Win a Home, a Car, or a Trip to Africa.

Support the creation of WACCCA — the West African Cultural Conference Center of America — and become part of a movement that honors our roots and empowers future generations.

Sweepstakes Drawing - December 2025

Win a House

2 available

Two homes awarded to donors who participate.

Brand New Vehicle

1 of 2

Two vehicles to be drawn during the campaign.

Trip to West Africa

Inclusive

All‑expenses‑paid cultural journey experience.

Donations enter you into the sweepstakes. Terms and availability apply.

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Our building

Our Story

A Legacy of Unity, Built By Us

We already own the building. Together, we’re transforming it into WACCCA — a cultural home for learning, faith, entrepreneurship, and celebration.

  • 40,000 sq ft community anchor in Baltimore
  • Classrooms, masjid, event halls, market, gallery, and more
  • Led by and for the West African diaspora

This isn’t a dream — it’s a decision. And we’re making it happen together.

Inside WACCCA

  • Language labs and cultural classrooms for all ages
  • Health and wellness programs built for our community
  • Business incubator, coworking, and maker spaces
  • Museum and arts gallery showcasing our stories
40,000 sq ft 500+ families Baltimore, MD
“A place where our children learn their roots and our elders are honored.”

Let’s give our children a place to learn their languages. Let’s give our elders a place to be honored. Let’s give ourselves a space we own.

Join Us

DONATION IMPACT LEVELS

Your Gift Makes History

Every contribution counts. Here’s how your support creates IMPACT:

Founders Circle60% to first milestone

$1,000–$2,000

Classrooms

Help fund:

  • Language classrooms
  • Cultural learning spaces
Popular

$2,500–$4,000

Community

Contribute to building:

  • Community spaces
  • Wellness programs

$5,000–$10,000

Major impact

Play a major role in creating:

  • Cultural Center
  • Museum Center
  • Art Center

Bonus: Every donation also enters you for a chance to win thank‑you rewards (e.g., trip to Africa, even a new car).

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What is WACCCA?

The West African Cultural Conference Center of America (WACCCA) will be a permanent, 40,000 sq ft community anchor located in Baltimore. It’s not just a building — it’s our future, our heritage, and our platform.

WACCCA will include:

Cultural Museum & Art Gallery

Heritage

Exhibitions and stories that preserve and celebrate our culture.

African Marketplace

Commerce

Vendors, crafts, and food that support local entrepreneurs.

Education Classrooms

Youth & Adult

Youth, GED, ESL, and heritage learning programs.

Performance Hall for Music & Dance

Arts

A stage for concerts, dance, theater, and community events.

Library & Historical Archive

Knowledge

Resources, research, and an archive of our shared stories.

Commercial Kitchen & Culinary Incubator

Culinary

Training and shared kitchens for food entrepreneurs.

Co‑working & Business Accelerator

Business

Workspaces, mentorship, and programs to launch ventures.

Prayer & Interfaith Reflection Rooms

Faith

Quiet rooms for prayer, reflection, and interfaith dialogue.

Community Health & Wellness Programs

Wellness

Fitness, screenings, and mental‑wellness support.

Language Labs

Languages

Fula, Arabic, Yoruba, Twi, Krio, French, and more.

Elder Services & Gathering Lounge

Care

Spaces and programs honoring our elders.

Podcast & Media Studio

Media

Create and share stories through audio and video.

Fashion & Textile Showcase

Design

Runway, exhibits, and traditional textile arts.

Civic Engagement & Legal Resource Hub

Civic

Workshops, resources, and advocacy support.

Rooftop Garden & Green Space

Nature

Outdoor gatherings, urban gardening, and relaxation.

HOW IT WORKS

Together, We Can Do This

STEP 1

Choose Your Contribution level.

STEP 2

Secure Your Spot in History.

STEP 3

Celebrate with us as we break ground and bring WACCCA to life.

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WIN BIG – EXCLUSIVE DONOR REWARDS

Give from the Heart. Win Something Great.

When you support the WACCCA project, you’re not just helping build history.

You’re also getting a chance to win incredible rewards as our way of saying "Thank you."

Here Are the Things You Could Win:

Win a House

Win a House

Two homes will be awarded to donors — a life‑changing thank‑you.

2 available Grand Prize
Trip to West Africa

Trip to West Africa

All‑expenses‑paid cultural journey to reconnect with our roots.

Inclusive Culture
Win a Brand New Car

Brand‑New Car

Drive into the future with a new vehicle — your support makes it possible.

2 available Daily Prize

Be Part of History Today — Every dollar brings us closer to breaking ground.

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30 Days to Make History

This campaign runs for 30 days. Join the Founding Circle and help open the doors of WACCCA.

Early Supporter Perks

Name on our Founders Wall

Founders

Your name etched on the wall that welcomes future generations.

  • Proud recognition inside the main lobby
  • Shared with community and visitors

Flag displayed in the lobby

Top Nations

Flags of top supporting nations showcased with pride.

  • Celebrates diaspora representation
  • Rotates during major events

Invitation to preview celebration

Invite

Be among the first to walk through the doors.

  • Special program with community leaders
  • Photo opportunities and cultural performances

Get Involved

Frequently Asked Questions

What is WACCCA?

WACCCA is the West African Cultural Conference Center of America — a permanent 40,000 sq ft cultural home in Baltimore for education, arts, entrepreneurship, and community.

How will donations be used?

Donations support renovation, programming, and operations for classrooms, museum spaces, wellness areas, and community services.

Are donations tax-deductible?

Please consult your tax advisor to determine deductibility based on your local regulations. We will provide receipts for all contributions.

When is the sweepstakes drawing?

December 2025. Donors automatically enter as a recognition perk, subject to availability and terms.

Who is leading this effort?

WACCCA is a community-led nonprofit initiative by and for the West African diaspora.

How can I get involved beyond donating?

Volunteer, share the campaign, join our events, and help us shape programming. Contact us via the site to get started.

Contact: [email protected] • Baltimore, MD

Disclaimer: WACCCA is a community-led nonprofit initiative. All donations are final and will be used to support the renovation, programming, and operations of the West African Cultural Conference Center of America. Contributions do not grant ownership rights or financial returns. Recognition perks (such as Founders Wall listing or event invitations) are honorary and subject to availability. Please consult your tax advisor to determine the deductibility of your donation.

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