OUR CAUSE

There are 107 Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) in the United States.

Built on strength, resilience, and the fight for equality; these institutions continue to create opportunity, yet many young people today are being left behind without access to college, leadership pathways, or economic mobility.

We can change that together.

Join our community of monthly supporters and help cultivate lasting change—empowering emerging leaders with the tools, training, and opportunities they need to uplift families, schools, and neighborhoods for generations to come.

While all currencies are accepted, your donation will be processed in U.S. dollars.

We are not a 501(c)(3), so donations are not tax-deductible. All funds go directly to our community project.

Selma University Volunteers

Pictured (top left): Shirley Shaw Crum, Dr. Dina Anderson, Dr. Dominica McBride, Valerie Shaw, Tavika Johnson. (Bottom left): Courtney Washington. Photo taken at the BSLS event held at Selma University on October 21, 2025.

OTHER WAYS TO GIVE

Join the Waitlist: Be the first to receive updates about tours, workshops, special events, and exclusive announcements.

Buy Merchandise: Support the mission and proudly represent BSLS with official apparel and accessories.

Donate: Your contribution fuels scholarships, recruitment, leadership development, and community uplift.

Membership: Join a BSLS Member Club tier and enjoy exclusive benefits, discounts, and VIP experiences.

Sponsor: Choose a sponsorship level to support HBCU students directly and receive brand visibility and recognition.

Volunteer: Give your time and talents to support events, workshops, and outreach efforts across HBCU campuses.

A Special Bonus: Your Purchase —Powers the Summit!
Give a little, get a little—every purchase of our Soar Couture brand through Walmart helps fuel the summit and reinvests dollars back into our community.

HBCU TOUR: BLACK STUDENT LEADERSHIP SUMMIT

Together, we can turn hope into reality and strengthen a legacy of leadership.

Your donation plants seeds of opportunity and empowerment nurturing the next generation of changemakers who will lead with purpose, integrity, and vision.

Hi, I am a proud uncle!

"Watching my niece, Jori A. Lacy, graduate from Clark Atlanta University in May 2025 filled me with humility, gratitude, and hope. Supporting her showed me just how much our students can soar when family stands behind them"—Randy S.

Which HBCU or loved one will you support? Share and inspire others to do the same.

DONATION LEVELS: BE PART OF THE MOVEMENT!

$5: Hope Giver: Show your support and spark change!
$100: Recruit a Future HBCU Student
$250: Provide Leadership Workshop Materials

We appreciate donations to support the Black Student Leadership Summit (BSLS), which help us continue providing resources and opportunities to participating colleges and universities

EVERY DOLLAR YOU GIVE SUPPORTS:

SCAN ME

Recruitment and scholarships to bring bright young leaders to HBCUs.
Leadership workshops that empower students to drive positive change in their neighborhoods.
Community revitalization by preparing students to address real-world challenges on campus and beyond.

Pictured (left): Dr. Dina Anderson, Valerie Shaw, Mayor James Perkins, Jr., and Dr. Dominica McBride

"Together, we are building a legacy of leadership and opportunity for future generations."

—Valerie Shaw, President of Royal Rainn

Official BSLS Tee

Leaders Don't Wait. We Create Change

YOUR GIFT. ONE STUDENT. ONE LEGACY.

Whether you’re a sponsor, exhibitor, partner, or passionate supporter, your contribution shapes a new generation of changemakers.

Your support is not just a donation, it’s a lifeline for HBCUs. Together, we uplift institutions that have long served as the backbone of Black education, leadership, and liberation.

Pictured (left): Dr. Dominica McBride, Founder & CEO of BECOME and Valerie Shaw, President of Royal Rainn

—Photo taken at BSLS held at Selma University on October 21 - 22 in 2025

JOIN THE MOVEMENT

Register today. Sponsor ➡️ Partner with Us ➡️ Donate.

Thank you!

IGNITE THE CHANGE: A COLLECTIVE CALL TO UPLIFT HBCU COMMUNITIES

By Royal Rainn

IGNITE THE CHANGE: A COLLECTIVE CALL TO UPLIFT HBCU COMMUNITIES

Invest in Education. Inspire Leaders. Transform Communities.

Team Members