Lineage. Legacy. Leverage.
Building trusted pathways for Black American descendants through professional genealogy, lineage verification, cooperative consulting, descendant networks, and cultural preservation.
The Black American Tribe (TBAT) is a national organization dedicated to helping Black American descendants reconnect with their lineage, preserve their history, strengthen their communities, and build trusted cooperative networks for future generations.
Whether you're beginning your genealogy journey, seeking lineage verification, looking to connect through one of our descendant networks, or exploring ways to support your business or organization, TBAT provides structured pathways designed to educate, connect, and empower.
Every journey is different. Choose the pathway that best matches what you are looking for, and we’ll help guide you to the right next step.
Need guidance?
Schedule a Community Care Support appointment to discuss your questions, explore your options, or receive support navigating the TBAT ecosystem.
TBAT supports individuals, families, businesses, organizations, and communities through six core areas of service.
🧬 Professional Genealogy & Lineage Verification
📚 FREE Lineage Basics Class
🤝 Descendant Networks
💼 Business Care Support
❤️ Community Care Support
🏢 Cooperative Consulting & Partnerships
Every service we offer is rooted in one purpose: strengthening Black American descendants through education, documentation, cooperation, and community.
We believe that preserving our history and investing in one another creates stronger families, stronger institutions, and stronger communities for generations to come.