HBCU First

We ask for your support in empowering a stronger American workforce.

ABOUT HBCU FIRST

HBCU First is a student-led community advancing the wellbeing and economic participation of America's youth.

As the leading HBCU internship and mentoring academy, we empower students from over 70 Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) with in-demand, college-to-career skills.

Each year, HBCU First awards hundreds of paid internships and facilitates over 100 skill-building workshops for college students..

80% of our program graduates secure internships, jobs, or graduate school placements within 6 months.

WE ASK YOU TO SUPPORT TODAY.

Since being established in late 2019, we have accomplished the following:

• 1000+ academy participants from 40 states and 15 countries

• $1 million in cash stipends paid to students

• 700+ executives from best-in-class companies have spoken at our sessions

• 400+ student development sessions produced & hosted

• published the world’s most viewed map of HBCUs

For more information visit our website and Candid (GuideStar) Profile