As artificial intelligence raises growing concerns about job displacement, Time for Change Foundation’s Black and Brown Opportunities for Profit Center is investing in Inland Empire entrepreneurs and AI leaders as a strategy to create jobs and expand economic opportunity.
The BBOP Center in San Bernardino hosted the grand opening of the Kinetic AI Hub on February 21, 2026, welcoming civic leaders, educators, and regional partners to celebrate the Inland Empire’s first hands-on AI training center. The new hub is designed to expand AI literacy and workforce readiness by providing entrepreneurs, nonprofits, and professionals with practical training and real-world applications of emerging technologies. The launch event featured demonstrations, networking, and remarks from leaders across government, education, philanthropy, and industry, highlighting the region’s growing role in responsible AI innovation and economic development.
Dr. Vanessa Perez recently joined Jeff Pope on KATY FM to discuss what Time for Change Foundation and the BBOP Center do to support community in the Inland Empire.
Dr. Vanessa Perez recently joined Jeff Pope on KATY FM to discuss what Time for Change Foundation and the BBOP Center do to support community in the Inland Empire. In Part 2, Vanessa explains why the work Time for Change Foundation does is so important.
BBOP Description: Dr. Vanessa Perez recently joined Jeff Pope on KATY FM to discuss what Time for Change Foundation and the BBOP Center do to support community in the Inland Empire. In Part 3, Vanessa explains that TFCF is more than just a housing program and how they provide lasting stability for community members.
BBOP Description: Dr. Vanessa Perez recently joined Jeff Pope on KATY FM to discuss what Time for Change Foundation and the BBOP Center do to support community in the Inland Empire. In Part 4, Vanessa goes over all the details for her favorite event, the upcoming annual TFCF Awards Gala celebration.
BBOP Description: Dr. Vanessa Perez recently joined Jeff Pope on KATY FM to discuss what Time for Change Foundation and the BBOP Center do to support community in the Inland Empire. In Part 5, Vanessa gives details on the various ways individuals can get involved with TFCF and the BBOP Center.
Dr. Kim Carter-Tillman as the 2025 winner for her work helping formerly incarcerated women through her Time for Change non-profit, turning personal adversity into empowerment and inspiring others to be remarkable.
We Do It Together celebrated its 10th anniversary with a gala at the Mr. Brainwash Art Museum, honoring Sharon Stone, Diane Warren, Patricia Riggen, Dr. Sharona Nazarian, Dr. Kim Carter, Bianca Balti, and Dr. Rita Ali.
Founded by filmmaker Chiara Tilesi in 2015, the nonprofit has used film, education, and global collaborations—including UN Women and governments worldwide—to amplify women’s voices. Its Oscar-nominated Tell It Like a Woman screened at the UN General Assembly, showcasing the organization’s international impact.
The evening featured awards, the U.S. premiere of the I AM campaign, a private museum tour, and a charity auction of Mr. Brainwash’s artwork, celebrating a decade of empowering women in media and culture.
Dr. Kim Carter Tillman, founder of Time for Change Foundation, was honored as a “Nexstar Remarkable Woman of the Year.” Selected as a KTLA finalist, Dr. Tillman’s leadership, dedication, and impact in the community earned her this prestigious recognition.
We Do It Together celebrated its 10th anniversary at the Mr. Brainwash Art Museum in Los Angeles, honoring Sharon Stone, Diane Warren, Patricia Riggen, Dr. Sharona Nazarian, Dr. Kim Carter, Bianca Balti, and Dr. Rita Ali.
The gala featured the U.S. premiere of the international I AM campaign, a private museum tour, and a charity auction of Mr. Brainwash’s artwork, highlighting the nonprofit’s mission to uplift women’s stories through film, education, and cultural initiatives.
Founded by filmmaker Chiara Tilesi, We Do It Together has spent a decade producing films like the Oscar-nominated Tell It Like a Woman, collaborating with global institutions, and creating platforms that empower women and challenge gender inequality worldwide.
We Do It Together celebrated its 10th anniversary with a star-studded gala at the Mr. Brainwash Art Museum in Los Angeles, honoring Sharon Stone and other influential women including Diane Warren, Patricia Riggen, Dr. Sharona Nazarian, Dr. Kim Carter, Bianca Balti, and Dr. Rita Ali.
Founded by filmmaker Chiara Tilesi, the nonprofit has spent a decade producing films, educational programs, and campaigns that amplify women’s voices worldwide, including the Oscar-nominated Tell It Like a Woman and collaborations with UN Women and global institutions.
The evening featured awards, the U.S. premiere of the international I AM campaign, a private museum tour, and a charity auction of Mr. Brainwash’s artwork, celebrating a decade of empowering women in media and culture.
We Do It Together celebrated its 10th anniversary with a gala at the Mr. Brainwash Art Museum in Los Angeles, honoring visionary women including Sharon Stone, Diane Warren, Patricia Riggen, Dr. Sharona Nazarian, Dr. Kim Carter, Bianca Balti, and Dr. Rita Ali.
Founded by filmmaker Chiara Tilesi, the nonprofit has spent a decade producing films, educational programs, and campaigns that amplify women’s voices globally, including the Oscar-nominated Tell It Like a Woman and collaborations with UN Women and international governments.
The evening featured awards, the U.S. premiere of the international I AM campaign, a private museum tour, and a charity auction of Mr. Brainwash’s artwork, highlighting We Do It Together’s ongoing mission to empower women and reshape media culture worldwide.
We Do It Together celebrated its 10th anniversary with a gala at the Mr. Brainwash Art Museum in Los Angeles, honoring Sharon Stone and other visionary women, including Diane Warren, Patricia Riggen, Dr. Sharona Nazarian, Dr. Kim Carter, Bianca Balti, and Dr. Rita Ali.
The evening featured awards, the U.S. premiere of the international I AM campaign, a private museum tour, and a charity auction of Mr. Brainwash’s artwork, highlighting the nonprofit’s mission to amplify women’s voices through film, education, and cultural initiatives.
Founded by filmmaker Chiara Tilesi, We Do It Together has spent a decade reshaping media culture, producing Oscar-nominated films like Tell It Like a Woman and partnering with global institutions to empower women and challenge gender inequality worldwide.
We Do It Together celebrated its 10th anniversary with a gala at the Mr. Brainwash Museum, honoring influential women including Sharon Stone, Diane Warren, Patricia Riggen, Dr. Sharona Nazarian, Dr. Rita Ali, Bianca Balti, and CNN Hero Dr. Kim Carter. The event highlighted the nonprofit’s mission to amplify women’s voices in film and media.
The evening featured awards, a live auction of a Mr. Brainwash artwork, and the U.S. premiere of the global I AM campaign, celebrating identity and empowerment through women’s stories.
Marking a decade of impact, We Do It Together continues to expand its initiatives, producing films and cultural projects that challenge gender inequality and create opportunities for women in entertainment.
We Do It Together celebrated its 10th anniversary with a gala at the Mr. Brainwash Art Museum, honoring seven influential women — Sharon Stone, Diane Warren, Patricia Riggen, Dr. Sharona Nazarian, Kim Carter, Bianca Balti, and Dr. Rita Ali — for their impact on media and global culture.
The evening featured the U.S. premiere of the international “I AM” campaign, a private museum tour, and the auction of a special artwork donated by Mr. Brainwash to support the nonprofit’s mission.
Highlighting a decade of achievements, the gala showcased We Do It Together’s expanding films, educational programs, and global partnerships, reinforcing its commitment to amplifying women’s stories and driving cultural change.
We Do It Together, the nonprofit film production company founded by Chiara Tilesi and dedicated to advocating for women’s storytelling in media and cinema, celebrated its 10-year anniversary with a gala and honorees including Sharon Stone.
Photo gallery from the We Do It Together 10th Anniversary Gala at the Mr. Brainwash Museum, honoring Sharon Stone and celebrating a decade of impact.
We Do It Together celebrated its 10th anniversary with a glamorous gala at the Mr. Brainwash Art Museum in Los Angeles, honoring Sharon Stone and other influential women for their impact on media and global culture.
Founded by filmmaker Chiara Tilesi, the nonprofit has spent the last decade amplifying women’s voices through films, education, and international collaborations, including UN Women and the World Economic Forum. The gala also featured the U.S. premiere of the international I AM campaign, celebrating identity and empowerment through self-portrait storytelling.
Guests enjoyed awards, a private museum experience, and a charity auction featuring a Mr. Brainwash artwork. The event highlighted the organization’s ongoing mission to challenge gender inequality and create meaningful opportunities for women in entertainment worldwide.
We Do It Together celebrated its 10th anniversary at the Mr. Brainwash Art Museum, honoring Sharon Stone for her work in HIV/AIDS awareness and women’s rights.
Founder Chiara Tilesi’s nonprofit continues to produce films and initiatives that amplify women’s voices and challenge gender inequality worldwide.
Dr. Kim Carter-Tillman, founder of Time for Change Foundation and the BBOP Center, was recognized with the Game Changer Award at We Do It Together’s 10th Anniversary Gala alongside Sharon Stone and other global leaders.
The honor celebrates Dr. Carter-Tillman’s decades-long work uplifting women, creating access to capital and opportunities for overlooked founders, and transforming systems for marginalized communities. Her initiatives empower women to lead, build wealth, and control their own narratives.
“Dr. Carter-Tillman embodies what it means to change the narrative,” WDIT said.
As federal budget proposals threaten to slash critical HUD Homeless Assistance Grant funding, the Time for Change Foundation continues its fight to support women and families rebuilding their lives. Founded by formerly incarcerated advocate Dr. Kim Carter-Tillman, the San Bernardino nonprofit provides emergency shelter, permanent supportive housing, and wraparound services — lifelines that helped women like Raynesha Belvins move from homelessness to stability.
Now, proposed changes under the Trump administration could disrupt these essential programs, forcing nonprofits across the region to brace for reduced resources, shifting grant language, and greater reliance on private funding. Despite uncertainty, Time for Change pushes forward, backed by community partners and funders who recognize the organization’s impact on the Inland Empire’s most vulnerable residents.
San Bernardino may not be home to the long-running hit series where small businesses compete for high-stakes money, but it’s beginning to feel a lot like Shark Tank at the BBOP Center, a 10,000-square-foot innovation hub where big ideas level up.
There, entrepreneurs from all types of industry get Beyond Ideation, a program where budding entrepreneurs learn more than how to craft a convincing pitch.
“You feel the innovation, you’re really able to see their vision as they speak to it. I would definitely say it felt like Shark Tank in the room, especially because everyone supported one another and everyone was super excited to see who was able to get that non-dilutive capital,” said Leslie Galvan, who interviews entrepreneurs at BBOP, the Black & Brown Opportunities for Profit Center.
What began as a passion project from a laptop has grown into a global fashion and media platform. Daniel Campos, founder of XXXDCD, credits the BBOP Center in San Bernardino for providing the community, mentorship, and resources that helped him scale his brand after a successful showcase at HARD Summer.
Blending streetwear, storytelling, and digital media, XXXDCD reflects Campos’s creative journey—from international inspiration to local impact. The BBOP Center continues to serve as a hub for entrepreneurs like him, offering support that empowers growth and connection.
The future of the Inland Empire’s economy depends on empowering local entrepreneurs with the resources they need to succeed, according to leaders at the inaugural State of the Inland Empire Entrepreneurship Address & Awards.
Held August 23 at Entrepreneur High School and hosted by the Time for Change Foundation’s Black and Brown Opportunity for Profit (BBOP) Academy, the event spotlighted the vital role of small businesses in shaping the region’s resilience and growth.
On February 4, over 40 women policymakers, researchers, and business leaders convened at UC Center Sacramento for the Latina and Black Women Entrepreneurs Policy Forum, hosted by the UCLA Latino Policy and Politics Institute (LPPI). The event examined structural inequities facing Latina and Black women entrepreneurs in California and explored data-driven policy solutions to foster equitable economic opportunities, ensuring that these women are at the center of policy in the rebuilding of Los Angeles in the wake of the January 2025 wildfires.
Dr. Kim Carter-Tillman joins Elizabeth Vargas after being awarded the Remarkable Woman of the Year 2025 by Nexstar. Celebrating Women’s History Month, this nationwide initiative shines a spotlight on the women who have shaped policy, sparked social change, and uplifted communities.
Jakari Peet and Kendra Griffin were recently featured on 2 Minute Drill with Dave (David Meltzer TV), showcasing their entrepreneurial journeys.
The entrepreneurial spirit meets holiday giving as the Black and Brown Opportunities for Profit (BBOP) Center hosts its heartwarming Year-End Holiday Celebration on December 17th from 12 pm to 2 pm. This festive gathering isn’t just about celebrating success – it’s about creating smiles for local children while showcasing the power of women-led businesses in the Inland Empire.
In its role as San Bernardino’s premier business incubator for women of color, the BBOP Center has become a beacon of hope and economic empowerment. The Center provides crucial resources, mentorship, and a supportive ecosystem where women entrepreneurs can transform their business dreams into profitable realities, breaking down long-standing barriers in the process.
Dr. Vanessa Perez was recently interviewed on The Community Collective (Old School 104.7 FM) about the BBOP Center.
Joe Richardson sits down with Dr. Vanessa Perez to discuss the nonprofit she co-founded, Black and Brown Opportunities for Profit (BBOP).
State Appointments Workshops: On August 3, 2023, the Inland Empire Regional Office had the honor of hosting Appointments Secretary Cathryn Rivera for three appointments workshops.
State Appointments Workshops: On August 3, 2023, the Inland Empire Regional Office had the honor of hosting Appointments Secretary Cathryn Rivera for three appointments workshops. Over 100 local leaders attended to learn more about the appointments process and how community members can help shape the future of California by serving on a statewide board or commission. These events were made possible in partnership with the Inland Empire Community Foundation, San Bernardino Community College District, Riverside Community College District, California State University San Bernardino, University of California Riverside, Civil Rights Institute Inland Southern California, Black and Brown Opportunities for Profit Center, and local legislative offices. To apply to serve on a statewide board or commission please visit: https://www.gov.ca.gov/appointments/
SAN BERNARDINO, CA, UNITED STATES, December 7, 2023 /EINPresswire.com/ — The Black and Brown Opportunities for Profit (BBOP) Center has been recognized with the esteemed “Project of the Year” award for design excellence by the National Organization of Minority Architects (NOMA), Southern California Chapter.
The Black and Brown Opportunities for Profit Center(BBOP) was thrilled to host the “Unlocking Access and Capital to Advance Women of Color Entrepreneurs” economic symposium at the Weingart Foundation in Los Angeles on October 25, 2023 at 10:00 AM. This event boasted a lineup of distinguished speakers and panelists, each recognized for their expertise in the fields of small business, technology, venture capitalism, AI, investing and philanthropy.
Running an organization is never easy. I have learned that the amount you put in is the amount you get out. I am a firm believer that to whom much is given, much is required, which is why I give my all to the work that I do. I have a passion for women, women’s empowerment, and women’s leadership development. Therefore, despite the challenges I have faced over the years, I see those challenges as opportunities to help build my endurance to continue paving the way for future women leaders.
SAN BERNARDINO, Calif. (KABC) — More black women in the U.S. are in the process of starting or running a new business than either white men or women. Unfortunately, only 3% of black women are running mature businesses in part due to a lack of access to key resources needed for entrepreneurship.
In a transformative move towards fostering economic empowerment for people of color, 2022 witnessed the inauguration of the Black and Brown Opportunities for Profit (BBOP) Center in San Bernardino, California. Initiated by Kim Carter and the Time For Change Foundation (TFCF), this groundbreaking 10,350-square-foot-facility stands as a pioneering hub dedicated to advancing the economic prospects of marginalized communities.
Recently, Kim’s story was included in the Italian film “Tell it Like a Woman,” which was created to draw attention to issues combating gender-based violence and women’s empowerment. Kim’s segment was produced by Taraji P. Henson, with Jennifer Hudson playing the role of Kim.
In 2022, Kim Carter and the Time For Change Foundation (TFCF) broke ground on the Black and Brown Opportunities for Profit (BBOP) Center in San Bernardino, California. The 10,350-square-foot space houses a first-of-its-kind economic HUB in the Inland Empire.
We created the Black & Brown Opportunities for Profit Center, because what makes it special is the fact that we’re creating a space for black and brown entrepreneurs to come and have access to the resources, to the tools, to the network, to the technology that they need to have successful businesses
In the heart of Southern California, a beacon of hope has emerged for underserved women seeking to rewrite their narratives and build generational wealth.
Time For Change Foundation‘s Black and Brown Opportunities For Profit (BBOP) Center is a testament to innovation and their unwavering commitment to breaking systemic inequalities.
An Inland Empire based foundation—typically focused on getting formerly incarcerated, recovered addicts, and/or formerly homeless mothers in stable homes and reunited with their children in foster care—has a new project aimed at changing the trajectories of the lives of Black and Brown women.
From homelessness and incarceration to becoming an affordable housing developer, Kim Carter has made an incredible transformation, and since then, has been changing the lives of others through her community activism and the Time for Change Foundation, in which she founded.
It did not matter that it was raining during the grand opening of the Black and Brown Opportunities for Profit (B-BOP) Center. The community showed up in large numbers to express their support.
The B-BOP Center is a 10,000-square-foot building in San Bernardino to help end racial and gender inequality in entrepreneurship in the Inland Empire.
Time For Change Foundation is proud to announce the opening of its state-of-the-art Black and Brown Opportunities for Profit (BBOP) Center on March 15th, 2023.
This revolutionary center is the first of its kind, providing an economic hub for low-income, disenfranchised women to access the resources, support, and information they need to become successful entrepreneurs.
The Black and Brown Opportunities for Profit, or B-BOP, Center will give women of color a safe, professional and inspiring space to create
Women who are not typically the first to be invited to boardroom tables, namely women of color in low to moderate income communities, now have a place where they can hold their own boardroom meetings.
The center was built by Time for Change Foundation, a nonprofit created by Kim Carter aimed at bringing the innovative ideas of Silicon Valley to the Inland Empire.
B-BOP will provide opportunities and resources for women of color with the goal of changing the trajectory of their lives.
A resource center for women of color opens this week in San Bernardino, offering a host of programs for residents looking to start or enhance their small businesses.
The center is open extended hours and has a daycare to help women attending programs aimed at improving business skills.