THANKS FOR SHOWING UP, CONNECTING & INSPIRING!
HBCU Sports Summit "The Next Level Of Future Athletes"
With Gratitude to Cali College Connect Educators & Mayor of Inglewood,
James T. Butts
Keep it Real, Keep it 100!
$2,500 SCHOLARSHIP AWARD
Congratulations to our scholarship winner, Aisha Stephens! She received the $2,500 scholarship sponsored by 100 Coconuts, presented by Paige Lowe and Sterling McRae. Her heartfelt and authentic submission kept it real and kept it 100—we are so proud of our Cali College Connect student!
HBCU Sports Summit's Ca. Bill: AB-1400 Student Finance
Our HBCU California Grant Program
The Cal-HBCU Transfer Grant (Cal-HBCU) Program awards up to $5,000 to participating students who transfer from California Community Colleges to eligible, partnered Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).
California Fall 2025 Grant Application
To be eligible for the Cal-HBCU Program, a student must meet the following eligibility criteria:
- Be a California community college student who has earned an Associate’s Degree for Transfer (ADT).
- Enroll (or plan to enroll) at an eligible HBCU.
- Demonstrate unmet financial need.
- Intend to return to California after graduating from the Partnered HBCU.
Legacy Bound: Shemar Bridges Returns After Inaugural Triumph
A Legendary Homecoming: Shemar Bridges Reconnects at the Legacy Bowl with HBCU Sports Summit
"Back in the arena of legends—Shemar Bridges returns to the Legacy Bowl, reconnecting with Doug Williams and reflecting on every unforgettable experience along the way.
"New Orleans Homecoming: Bridging Legacies at the Legacy Bowl"
We're proud to honor Shemar Bridges, Fort Valley State alum and HBCU Legacy Bowl standout, whose journey to the NFL showcases the rising talent from HBCUs.
Also recognized is Doug Williams, Super Bowl MVP and co-founder of the HBCU Legacy Bowl, who continues to uplift HBCU athletes nationwide.
"Uniting Futures: Shemar Bridges Connects with Fellow Seniors at the Allstate HBCU College Fair"
"At the Allstate HBCU College Fair, Shemar Bridges reconnected with fellow seniors—sharing insights, igniting ambition, and celebrating the future of leadership.
Legacy, Leadership & Impact: HBCU Sports Summit
This spring, as new growth and fresh beginnings inspire us all, your donation to the HBCU Sports Summit can blossom into a lasting impact on student-athletes. Your support fuels scholarships, training, and career development opportunities—empowering these athletes both on and off the field. Join us this season in cultivating a legacy of opportunity and achievement!
