Kayak Black is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to promoting inclusivity and diversity in water sports by creating safe and welcoming spaces for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC). Our mission is to break down systemic and social barriers that limit access to these experiences, ensuring that all individuals—regardless of background—can enjoy the physical, mental, and emotional benefits of being in, on, or near the water. Through our community-driven programs and initiatives, we foster connection, empowerment, and environmental appreciation—one paddle at a time.
Our Mission
About Us
R. Eric Campbell, Founder | CEO
Social Entrepreneur, Mentor, Chef & Innovator:
With over 30 years of experience mentoring teens and young adults, Eric Campbell has dedicated his life to empowering the next generation through leadership, personal growth, and community connection.
A trained chef and graduate of the Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts, Eric brings passion, care, and creativity to everything he does — in the kitchen and beyond.
His love for the outdoors, especially kayaking, led him to found Kayak Black, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Eric is dedicated to increasing access to water-based recreation for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC). Through Kayak Black, Eric is breaking down barriers, promoting wellness, and inviting people to heal, grow, and connect.
Ghajiibah Campbell is the heart behind Kayak Black’s mission to make water-based recreation more accessible, healing, and inclusive. With over three decades of experience coaching professionals in the dental field, she brings a unique blend of leadership, empathy, and communication to everything she does.
Her personal journey toward wellness and mindfulness began on the water. Through kayaking, photography, and time in nature, Ghajiibah found peace, clarity, and purpose—and knew others could too.
Together with her husband and best friend Eric, she co-founded Kayak Black to create space for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color to connect with the outdoors in a way that feels safe, restorative, and empowering.
At Kayak Black, Ghajiibah leads with intention, creating experiences that support mental health, encourage self-discovery, and build community.
Ghajiibah (ga|jee|ba) Campbell, Co-Founder A Life of Purpose, Passion, and Peace
Contact Us
Feel free to contact us with any questions or concerns. You can use the form on our website or email us directly. We appreciate your interest and look forward to hearing from you.
Email: kayakblack01@gmail.com
Phone: (443) 801-0435
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