Williams-Franklin Foundation

Supporting HBCUs and making college more affordable for African American students is vital for tackling systemic inequalities and fostering educational equity. Share how education has impacted your life and tag someone who inspires you. Let’s celebrate the power of education together! https://lnkd.in/dvD_uzh #HBCUPride #EducationForAll #WMSFranklinFoundation #WFF #HBCU #EmpoweringHBCU #SupportHBCUstudents

Every contribution to HBCU students makes a world of difference. By supporting their education, we empower future leaders, innovators, and change makers. Together, we can create opportunities, foster talent, and inspire the next generation to achieve greatness. 🌟 Make a difference at https://lnkd.in/dYHeuB7 #WMSFranklinFoundation #WFF #Donations

The Mentor-Matching Program is now open! 🌟 At WFF, we aim to pair our WFF Scholars with mentors who are willing to share their wisdom, support, and experience. As a result, applications for our 2024-2025 Mentor-Matching Program are officially open! Our mentor program fosters trusting relationships between WFF Scholars and community members. In the program’s first year, we paired 12 awardees with mentors sharing similar career interests, experiences, and passions. We are seeking mentors who will: ✔️ Encourage healthy study habits and time management skills; ✔️ Support students in achieving their academic and career objectives; ✔️ Assist students with creating a viable professional network; ✔️ Engage students by phone or email once a month; ✔️ Schedule 1-2 activities with students per semester; and ✔️ Commit to mentoring a paired WFF Scholar for at least one year. Apply to mentor a WFF Scholar by completing this form (linked below) by Friday, August 23, 2024. Mentors must be at least 22 years of age and have a can-do attitude! We are looking for mentors who are approachable, prepared, and compassionate. https://lnkd.in/eX2Xh4gf #WMSFranklinFoundation #WFF #Scholarship #HBCUMentorship #Mentor #MentorshipOpportunity

A big thank you to everyone who joined us at the 2024 Annual Golf Tournament Fundraiser! 🏌️♀️ Your participation and support made the event a phenomenal success. We are deeply grateful to our sponsors and title sponsor Professional Management Consulting Services for their unwavering commitment to our cause. With your help, we're empowering the next generation of leaders. One 5k WFF scholarship is equivalent to 5 golf foursomes! Here's to many more successful events and continued support for HBCU students! 🌟 #WFFGolf #PMCS #CommunitySupport #Grateful #HBCU

On this month's 'Who Attended an HBCU?', where we spotlight pivotal HBCU students to raise awareness for the importance of supporting these institutions, we're celebrating American film director, producer, screenwriter, actor, and author, Spike Lee! 🎬 A graduate of Morehouse College, Spike Lee is a trailblazing filmmaker whose work delves deep into race relations, urban life, and pressing societal issues. Through his films, he challenges norms, sparks dialogue, and amplifies voices often marginalized in mainstream media. Join us in recognizing his influential contributions to film and culture, and the vital role HBCUs play in nurturing leaders. ✊🏾 #HBCUPride #SpikeLee #Filmmaker #WFF #HBCU

We're thrilled to spotlight Jessikah Tassin, a standout graduate from Howard University! 🎓 Graduating Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and a focus on Legal Communications, Jessikah is passionate about social advocacy and empowering underserved communities. Her journey continues this Fall at Arizona State University Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law, where she aims to further her impact through legal expertise. "I am beyond blessed to have had the Franklin Foundation assist me throughout my journey at Howard University. I can only pray to be able to impact the lives of others in a fraction of the way they have so graciously impacted my peers and I!" - Jessikah Jessikah's dedication and ambition inspire us all, and the Williams-Franklin Foundation is honored to support her on this remarkable path. 🌟 #WFFGrad #HBCU #FutureLeader #HowardUniversity

Since our founding, the Williams-Franklin Foundation has awarded over $385K in scholarships to 144 students from 40 HBCUs across 20+ states and 5 countries. We are proud to support future leaders! Donate today at https://lnkd.in/dvD_uzh #WFF #HBCUStrong #EducationMatters

Join us in celebrating the accomplishments of Tahjanae Gray, a recent graduate of Lincoln University of PA! 🎓 With a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice and a minor in Sociology on a Pre-Law track, Tahjanae is set to embark on her next journey at the police academy, where she plans to pursue a career in public service. The Williams-Franklin Foundation is immensely proud of Tahjanae's commitment to community and wishes her all the best in her future endeavors. 🌟 #WFFGrad #HBCU #LincolnUniversity #FutureLeader

"You may encounter many defeats, but you must not be defeated." - Maya Angelou 🌟 At the Williams-Franklin Foundation, we believe in the resilience and determination of our students. Every challenge is an opportunity to rise stronger and achieve greatness. Let's continue to support and uplift future leaders! https://lnkd.in/dvD_uzh #MayaAngelou #WMSFranklinFoundation #WFF #AcademicEmpowerment #BuildingBrightFutures #HigherEducation #HigherEd

Congratulations to our 2024 scholarship awardees! We are honored to support your journey. Here's to your bright future and continued success! 🌟 #Proud #ScholarshipWinners #WFF #FutureLeaders