DONOR SUPPORT
Corporate and community partners are key to achieving our vision of creating a more equitable society by helping families of color build generational wealth.
Donors can Support our investments in four target areas listed below. Contributions may also go toward our general community investment fund, which supports a variety of important causes that help build generational wealth.
TEACHER
MINI
GRANTS
In-kind grants awarded to teachers in underserved schools, grades Pre-K – 4, in Memphis-Shelby County Schools. Grants worth up to $5,000 will help teachers pay for essential school supplies that improve the educational experience of students while also easing the financial burden for teachers who buy supplies with their own money.
EMERGING
LEADERSHIP
AWARD
This scholarship is awarded to graduating high school seniors with demonstrated leadership qualities who are committed to creating meaningful change within their community. Students attending an HBCU with at least a 3.25 GPA are eligible to apply. Each year, three eligible students will be awarded a one-time $5,000 scholarship with priority for students financial need.
BURROUGHS SCHOLARS
at Benedict College
Awarded annually to students in the Tyrone Adam Burroughs School of Business and Entrepreneurship at Benedict College. Students who meet the rigorous requirements receive $10,000 per year for three years to support their education and training. Funds may also help support the expansion of the Burroughs Scholars program to additional HBCUs.
ADVANCE MENTORSHIP
at Benedict College
Awarded to students in the Tyrone Adam Burroughs School of Business and Entrepreneurship at Benedict College who successfully complete the ADVANCED Mentorship Program. Students may receive up to $5,000 to support their transition from college to the workforce, including housing, clothing, relocation, equipment/ supplies, etc.