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Congratulations to our 2026 scholar Ramon Monroe. Ramon lives in Queens,NY, and is studying to become a dental hygenist at New York City College of Technology.

In his application, Ramon said: “Good trouble means taking action to make positive change, even when others doubt you. In student council, I suggested a Positive Shout-Out Board so students could recognize others’ voice and expression. Some members didn’t think it would matter but me and my friends pushed for it. In the hallway people became more close together because of our efforts. Seeing it bring people together taught me that good trouble is about standing up for an idea that may make things better and is something I hope to continue in the future. by @bfcfund

Congratulations to our 2024 scholar Meseret Bitner of Louseville, KY, who studies nursing at Cedarville University. Here’s a quote from Meseret’s winning application:

“To me ‘good trouble’ means challenging the status quo in order to bring attention to issues such as injustice or where others may have been marginalized. An example from my life is related to my gap year. Between high school and college I did a gap year with an organization that trains people to work in third world countries. My friends thought I should go straight to college and not be invested in helping others. I spent a year in Mexico working and serving others who desired to make a change in third world cultures. I decided that I wanted to give a year of my life to begin making ‘good trouble’!” by @bfcfund

Spread the word! We’re investing in BIPOC youth and their dreams. $2000 in tuition support + $1000 in support funds for a high school senior headed to a 4-year school and $1000 in supply funds for a current vocational student.

The application is easy. Link in bio.

#scholarships #bipoc #scholarshipsforbipoc #vocationalschoolscholarship
#collegescholarship by @bfcfund

Over the past six years, you've helped us provide more than $15,000 in tuition and support service funds to an amazing group of scholars. It's that time of year again, when we kick off our annual scholarship fund drive. Please consider an investment of any size via the link in our bio. We can say with certainty that the recipients appreciate your support! by @bfcfund

We're delighted to introduce Kaiyn Ashley, Brooklyn, NY, as one of two impressive 2023 BFCFund award winners.

"I grew up a black, gay boy in a white conservative family on Cape Cod. I was one of the very few black people who went to my school. There were only 5% black individuals in my school with hardly any other minorities. I was always different from the rest of my classmates. I came out when I was 11 years old. This controversy gave me tons of unwanted attention in my life that also caused conflicts with myself. Other people's confusion started to become my issue. Ultimately my parents sent me to an all-boys school. I worked tirelessly while I was away from home to be myself and not let anyone change me. Those four mostly horrific years were life-changing. For instance, I grew my relationship with my uncle in New York. I started visiting the city and fell in love with the culture of my community of being black and gay. My story is still being written and is always changing for the best." — Kaiyn Ashley by @bfcfund

We're delighted to announce Elianna Beier (Chicago, IL), as one of two impressive BFCFund scholarship recipients for 2023.

"As a bi-racial African American girl, I remember often wanting to hold my caucasian mom’s hand when we were out in public. It wasn’t just a fifth-grade girl seeking comfort from her mom; I wanted people to see that black and white people can get along. I wanted people to see that we could love each other and even be family. My whole perspective will bring value to my career because I have learned so young to love and live with people who are different. I hope that I can serve, lead and love people of other ethnicities, languages, and cultures deeply. I hope that I can change the parts of the world that God allows me to touch. I know I cannot change the entire world, but I can be a multi-colored, many-faceted light in my corner." —Elianna Beier by @bfcfund

Black Friday College Fund is dedicated to helping students of color and students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds achieve their dreams. The BFCFund believes no student should be deprived of a quality education due to lack of tuition funds or social and mental health services. We offer two scholarship opportunities. Our first scholarship is to four year university students, and it provides an initial award of $2000 and will hold another $1000 in reserve for support services. Our second scholarship is for students that have completed at least one semester at a community college or vocational school. This scholarship provides the $1000 in support services. Support services are defined in our guidance for applicants.

The application portal opens on Black Friday and closes on March 31. There is one award available to four year college students for a maximum of $3000.

FOUR YEAR COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP REQUIREMENTS: Must plan to attend or currently attending a 4 year college or university; Be between the ages of 18-24; Underrepresented identities; Demonstrate financial need

COMMUNITY COLLEGE/VOCATIONAL SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP REQUIREMENTS: Must plan to attend or currently attending a community college or vocational school;Be between the ages of 18 and 24; Underrepresented identity; Demonstrate financial need

DOCUMENTS NEEDED:
All applicants must submit the following documents through the web app at the bottom of the page: Official high school or community college transcript; FAFSA application or proof of financial need; References must be submitted by April 15 in order to be considered for the scholarship.

https://www.bfcfund.org/application by @bfcfund

“With the unconditional love and support that my family gives me, I do not doubt myself. As they see me doing great things. I see myself doing even greater things. When people see me, I want them to see I can do all I WANT. I hope I can be one who has an impact on someone or even a community and for the good of things.” by @bfcfund

“Ignorance is planted in our minds like a seed into soil. The seed can grow into a tree. Another seed can fall off that tree, and so on. Some trees die within a year. Redwood trees can live up to 1,000 years. So ignorance is a seed planted in a child that can cause harm across generations. A racially intolerant person wasn’t born that way; somebody planted those ideas in their mind. Everyone has the potential to change. However, I have learned I cannot change people, people have to change themselves. But I can impact people. I can plant new 'seeds' into people." by @bfcfund

“My name is Geoffrey Allen. I will be graduating from Princeton High School later this month as part of the Class of 2019. I have enrolled at the College of Wooster in Ohio, where I plan to major in my favorite school subject, history. My goal is to start as a history teacher and eventually work my way up to becoming a research professor who teaches history from more than just a Western European perspective. By teaching, I will be able to influence the next generation in cultural awareness and global citizenship. In turn those students will pass along their newfound perspectives to future generations as the wheel of life continues to spin.” by @bfcfund

“Receiving the Black Friday College Fund Scholarship will help me pay for my books and college. Being able to go to college will change my future, it will make me financially independent, and I would feel great knowing that I accomplished my goal of getting a degree in computer programming. I was born with Muscular Dystrophy and one of the biggest challenges of having been born with MuscularDystrophy is separating yourself from your disability. I would love to be a great example for my little brother, cousins, and other people with disabilities so they know that they can accomplish everything they set their minds to.” by @bfcfund

“Receiving the Black Friday College Fund Scholarship will help me pay for my books and college. Being able to go to college will change my future, it will make me financially independent, and I would feel great knowing that I accomplished my goal of getting a degree in computer programming. I was born with Muscular Dystrophy and one of the biggest challenges of having been born with MuscularDystrophy is separating yourself from your disability. I would love to be a great example for my little brother, cousins, and other people with disabilities so they know that they can accomplish everything they set their minds to.” by @bfcfund