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  • Amara J.

    Amara J.

    From first-generation applicant to Howard University

    With BAF mentoring and college-launch support, Amara navigated FAFSA, essays, and decision day — and is now studying political science at Howard University.

  • Marcus T.

    Marcus T.

    How tutoring unlocked AP Calculus

    Marcus joined our Tutoring Lab as a sophomore. Two years later, he is acing AP Calculus and applying to engineering programs.

  • Imani R.

    Imani R.

    Life-skills coaching that changed everything

    Through workshops on financial literacy and public speaking, Imani built the confidence to lead her school's debate team — and earned a full scholarship to Spelman College.

  • Jordan W.

    Jordan W.

    A scholarship that came with a community

    Jordan's BAF scholarship paid for senior-year fees — but it was the mentor circle that helped him stay focused and apply to seven colleges.