Todd G. Black

THOUGHTFUL. SELFLESS. GENEROUS. FUN. DEVOTED. LEADER.

These describe the essence of the man upon which this organization was founded.

The Together Giving Back [TGB] Foundation is an impact-driven nonprofit created in honor of Optomi, llc Cofounder, Todd G. Black. Todd championed strong values, generosity, warm-hearted corporate culture, and he relished any opportunity to make a positive impact in people’s lives. His giving spirit, genuine heart for those in need, and passion for doing the right thing made him a remarkable leader, friend, husband, father, and neighbor. Fueled by these philosophies, The TGB Foundation carries on his legacy by providing opportunity for kids to live their best lives.

Our efforts are defending children, inspiring self-sufficiency, and enriching the lives of kids in rural America. Through the work of this 501(c)(3), we’re helping to fight against child sex trafficking & abuse. By providing critical funds to our nonprofit partner, Thorn, we’re helping build technology and programs that find child victims faster, stop the viral spread of child sexual abuse content online, prevent abuse before it happens… and even aid in the capture of the perpetrators. We also inspire self-sufficiency in children from rural towns through our STEM & Robotics programs.

Directed by those closest to Todd’s heart, our collective passion is transforming little lives and enabling communities to thrive.

(Please visit our programs page for more details.)

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Listen to the inspiring story behind the foundation here.

TOGETHER GIVING BACK [TGB] IS DEDICATED TO MAKING A MEANINGFUL IMPACT

We’re an impact-driven nonprofit providing opportunity for kids to live their best lives.

TGB Endless Possibilities

endless possibilities

When we open our hearts, donate our time, share our resources and demonstrate love,
there’s nothing we can’t do together.

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foundation stewards


PRESIDENT & EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Christen Black

Christen Black
Laura Chevalier

DIRECTOR OF PROGRAM SUPPORT

Laura Chevalier

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF ADVOCACY

Kristina Chip

Christina Chip
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ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT

Jessica Black

Our Grant Review Board is comprised of:
Christen Black
Laura Chevalier
Christina Chip
Jessica Black
Jacob Black

Grant Review Board
Board of Directors

Our Board of Directors is comprised of:
Christen Black
Chuck Ruggiero
Radka Winwood
Michael Winwood