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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Flyer for an event titled "Mind and Movement Reset" at The Mali Center in St. Paul, Minnesota on September 19, 2026. The event features guided journaling, brotherhood group fitness, and mental health resources, and runs from 10:00AM to 12:00PM. The flyer highlights that the event is free, with only 25 spots available, includes a free journal and event swag, and requires registration. It also displays logos of The Black Parachute, the NAMI Minnesota, and the Mali Center, and has a QR code for registration.

Mind & Movement Reset

Featured Upcoming Event

Saturday, September 19 | 10 a.m.- 12 p.m. | St. Paul, MN

Join The Black Parachute for a free mental health and wellness experience created for Black men and young men ages 16+. The morning will combine guided journaling, conversation, suicide prevention education, and movement in a supportive community setting.

Participants will receive a free Black Parachute journal, refreshments, and additional wellness resources.

Space is limited to 25 participants.

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Sponsored by NAMI Minnesota through the Healing Minnesota Community Fund.

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."

    Community Member

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Your experience with The Black Parachute matters. Share how the journal has impacted you, what resonated, and where we can improve. Your feedback helps us better understand our impact and continue creating meaningful resources and experiences for Black men.

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Event flyer for 'Mind and Movement Reset' at the Mali Center in St. Paul, Minnesota, on September 19, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM, including guided journaling, brotherhood, group fitness, and mental health resources, featuring images of a man with tattoos in gym attire and a book titled 'the black parachute' with a parachute logo.
Group of three young men standing together at local community event. Two of them wearing sunglasses, smiling, and embracing each other. The background shows other attendees and a colorful banner.
Group of young men posing together at an indoor event, some making hand signs, with a table holding flyers and a donation box nearby.
Flyer for a community discussion on everyday health hosted by The Black Parachute, scheduled for Saturday, August 15, from 11 AM to 2 PM. The event features guided journals, mental wellness support, and community connection for Black men. The flyer includes a photo of the founder, Josh Cobb, smiling and wearing glasses.
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