BLMOKC Director Indicted for Wire Fraud and Money Laundering
Federal prosecutors have indicted Tashella Sheri Amore Dickerson, known as Rev. T. Sheri Dickerson, the longtime executive director of Black Lives Matter Oklahoma City. The 52-year-old was hit with a 25-count federal indictment on December 3, 2025, accusing her of stealing more than $3 million in donations.
Dickerson faces 20 counts of wire fraud and 5 counts of money laundering. If convicted on all charges, she could serve decades in prison and owe millions in fines. She appeared in court on December 11 and was released on bond with conditions.
Alleged Misuse of Bail Fund Donations Raised for Protesters
According to the indictment, Dickerson began siphoning off money in June 2020—right after nationwide protests erupted over George Floyd’s murder. BLMOKC raised over $5.6 million during this time, including large donations channeled through its fiscal sponsor, Alliance for Global Justice.
Instead of using refunded bail money for future protests or legal aid, Dickerson allegedly diverted at least $3.15 million into her personal accounts or her for-profit company, Equity International LLC.
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Prosecutors Detail Lavish Spending on Travel and Property
Federal agents say Dickerson used the money to fund a luxury lifestyle. Allegedly, she spent thousands on trips to Jamaica and the Dominican Republic, high-end shopping sprees, over $50,000 in grocery and food deliveries, and a 2021 Hyundai Palisade.
She also purchased six properties in Oklahoma City, including a church building originally presented as a future BLM community center. That building, prosecutors say, was titled in her own name—not the organization’s.
False Reports and 501(c)(3) Cover-Up Alleged
The indictment accuses Dickerson of submitting fake reports to her fiscal sponsor, claiming the funds were used solely for tax-exempt, charitable purposes. Investigators say she used those falsified documents to keep the money flowing from donors and funders.
If proven, each wire fraud count carries up to 20 years in prison and a $250,000 fine. Each money laundering charge could bring up to 10 years. No plea has been entered yet.
‘The Work Don’t Stop’: Dickerson Breaks Silence Online
Though she declined to comment officially, Dickerson posted a Facebook Live after the indictment. She told viewers she’s “doing okay” and said, “The work don’t stop.” Her attorney, however, advised against further public statements.
Dickerson has long described herself as an unpaid volunteer leader at BLMOKC, despite being the face of the organization since at least 2016. The indictment appears to tell a very different story.
Case Adds to Growing Scrutiny of BLM Financial Practices
This federal case is separate from the broader Department of Justice investigation into the national Black Lives Matter Global Network Foundation and its finances. But the Oklahoma City scandal adds more fuel to the fire for critics who have called for more oversight in activist fundraising.
Donor confidence has already been shaken by recent controversies involving other BLM-affiliated groups. Prosecutors say the Oklahoma case shows the risks of weak financial controls in high-profile movements.
What Happens Next in the BLM Oklahoma City Scandal
Dickerson’s next court appearance has not yet been scheduled. In the meantime, federal authorities are continuing to investigate how much donor money may have been misused and whether other individuals were involved.
She remains presumed innocent until proven guilty. But if the allegations hold up in court, this could become one of the largest embezzlement cases tied to a racial justice organization in recent memory.
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