The 2nd Genesis Foundation (2G) is more than a nonprofit—we are a declaration. A Black-led, same-gender-loving-led movement rooted in the rhythms of our people and the resilience of our legacy. Founded by Dr. Calvin Spinks—known to many as Dr. Cal—2G is the culmination of decades of healing work across HIV prevention, mental health, and cultural empowerment. Raised on the South Side of Chicago and refined through grassroots service, clinical mastery, and spiritual conviction, Dr. Cal envisioned a foundation that would meet people where they are—and walk with them toward where they could be.

2G was never born in a boardroom. It was born in barbershops, on ballroom floors, in back pews and basement meetings—where survival whispered into our ears and purpose answered. In those early days, we brought HIV testing, condoms, and connection to clubs, shelters, churches, and school gyms. We showed up when others turned away. And we stayed when the money disappeared. What we heard—again and again—was a call for care that was honest, culturally rooted, and unapologetically human.

When the nonprofit sector could no longer hold our vision, we stepped back—not to disappear, but to rebuild. Through Quantum Consulting Group, our behavioral health agency, we created a for-profit infrastructure with Medicaid approval, HIPAA compliance, audit readiness, and incredible operating capacity. We built systems that could hold our people, not break them. Now, we return to the nonprofit sector with strength, clarity, and a sacred sense of duty.