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Friends United for HBCUs, Inc.

Friends United for HBCUs empowers students by removing financial barriers and providing scholarships and support that help them thrive. We uplift students, strengthen HBCUs, and open doors for the next generation of leaders to rise.”

Friends United for HBCUsinvites you to pledge a monthly donation of a minimum of $12 a month to support our cause in continuing to provide scholarships and more to students attending any HBCU across the nation.

Friends United for HBCUsinvites you to pledge a monthly donation of a minimum of $12 a month to support our cause in continuing to provide scholarships and more to students attending any HBCU across the nation.

12 FOR 12 & Beyond!

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Join our community of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) supporters and become a member today! Your membership directly supports our mission in paying it forward. 🤝Thank you for choosing to be part of our cause. Together, we can positively impact students at HBCUs across the nation. 🚀Ready to make a difference? Begin your journey by joining today!Friends United for HBCUs, Inc.

2026 Friends United for HBCUs, Inc. Membership

Your donation will greatly help us to expand our reach in supporting HBCU students and &nbsp;HBCUs alike.

Your donation will greatly help us to expand our reach in supporting HBCU students and HBCUs alike.

Friends United for HBCUs, Inc. Annual Fundraiser Honoring HBCU Alums and Benefitting HBCU Students.

Scholarship Recipients Gala Event Registration (2026)

Become a sponsor and stand with HBCU students and alumni 🎓 Your support helps us fund our event! Complete this form to share your sponsorship level, contact details, and any recognition preferences. Every sponsorship directly supports our event and our scholars.

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Scholarship Recipients Gala Event Registration (2026)

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Gala 2026 HBCUs Paying It Forward: Jazzing It Up! Celebrating 15 Years of Giving

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