Culture
Kids Fun Zone
Games, activities and jump houses made for active family fun.
Meet the founders & our story
Brandon & Jini Bornes
Brandon and Jini began My Black Colorado in Colorado Springs, Colorado, in 2017. The first publication followed in 2018, growing into a community platform and directory that connected the local Black community.
Created by Brandon and Jini Bornes, that work grew through digital and print storytelling, networking events and festivals, and later My Black City. When the family moved back to California, the work of connecting neighbors continued with them.
Today, Culture Fest is the latest chapter of that journey: bringing local communities together through culture, creativity, food, music and shared experiences. The format evolves, while the purpose remains rooted in community and connection.
Brandon grew up in North San Diego County and works in education. He and Jini are parents of four, with a shared commitment to helping students, families and neighbors feel seen, appreciated and celebrated.
Our milestones.
Explore the milestones that brought us to Culture Fest.
- My Black Colorado1,000+ people engaged across Colorado
Founded in Colorado Springs in 2017, with the first publication in 2018. Through 2020, events, publications and local initiatives brought people together to celebrate and support Colorado’s local Black communities—bringing their people, their culture and their joy.
Celebrating community in ColoradoBrandon & Jini Bornes Moved to California - Interest Meeting45 attendees
- Black Art Gallery80 attendees
- Black Art Festival400+ attendees
- Kids STREAM Festival400+ attendees
- North County Black Festival1,000+ attendees
- El Camino High School Cultural Festival1,000+ attendees
- North County Culture FestOur next chapter, coming together.
