Your Generosity Makes a Difference
At the Williams-Franklin Foundation, every dollar you donate helps us provide critical scholarships and support services to students at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). The Williams-Franklin Foundation ®is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and we fuel our mission with charitable contributions from companies and individuals like you. Your contribution not only aids in breaking down financial barriers but also empowers students to achieve their academic and professional aspirations.
Why Your Gift Matters
Create Opportunities
Your donation helps fund scholarships that enable talented students in extreme financial need to attend college, pursue their passions, and reach their full potential.
Foster Future Leaders
Support the development of the next generation of African American leaders. Your contribution ensures that HBCU students can access quality education and leadership training.
Build a Better Community
When you invest in education, you invest in the community. Graduates of HBCUs often return to their communities as role models and change-makers, creating a ripple effect of positive impact.
Financial Transparency
We commit to using your donations responsibly and efficiently. Read more about how your money is utilized and the success stories of students you’ve helped.
Ways to Give
The Williams-Franklin Foundation seeks to make it as easy as possible for our friends and benefactors to contribute to the scholarship fund. There are several ways to contribute:
One-Time Donation
Your one-time gift, regardless of size, makes an immediate impact. Whether it's $10 or $10,000, every contribution brings us closer to our mission.
Monthly Giving
Become a sustaining donor by setting up a monthly donation. This helps us plan and provide consistent support to our scholars.
Corporate Matching
Maximize your contribution by participating in your employer’s matching gift program. Your company’s match can double or even triple the impact of your donation.
Attend a Fundraiser
Join us for one of our fundraising events like the annual WFF Golf Tournament or Ladies Tea where we have a great time raising funds for a great cause.
Sponsorship Levels
We invite you to be a sponsor to INVEST, EDUCATE and IMPACT the college experience of a student attending a historically black college and university.
PLATINUM SPONSOR
Spend a total of
$25,000+
Impact: Support 4 WFF Scholars with academic scholarships and programming
- Acknowledgment on WFF website, social media, newsletter and marketing materials at an event
- Participation in the “Fund a Scholar Program” allows you to dedicate a scholarship in the name (business, personal, etc.) of your choice
- Speak at an annual fundraising event with company signage
- Link to company website on WFF website
- Facilitate a student webinar
GOLD SPONSOR
Spend a total of
$15,000
Impact: Support 2 WFF Scholars with academic scholarships and programming
- Acknowledgment on WFF website, social media and marketing materials displayed at an event
- Participation in the “Fund a Scholar Program” allows you to dedicate a scholarship in the name (business, personal, etc.) of your choice
- Title sponsor of cocktail or award reception
- Link to company website on WFF website
SILVER SPONSOR
Spend a total of
$5000
Impact: Fund 1 WFF academic scholarship
- Acknowledgment on WFF Website, social media • Logo/name displayed at an event and marketing materials displayed at an event
- Participation in the “Fund a Scholar Program” allows you to dedicate a scholarship in the name (business, personal, etc.) of your choice
BRONZE SPONSOR
Spend a total of
$2,500
Impact: Support mentorship opportunities
- Logo/name displayed at an event
- Acknowledgment on WFF Website, social media and marketing materials
Ready to Contribute?
Give the gift of education and help us put a student through school.
Our Impact by the Numbers
We are proud to share our achievements in supporting HBCU students. Over the years, we've awarded scholarships to 124 deserving scholars, totaling $385,000 across 18 different HBCUs. Join us in making a difference!
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Impact and Testimonials
Get firsthand accounts from our scholars about how the Williams-Franklin Foundation has changed their lives. These stories highlight the transformative power of your donations.
Recent Scholarship Recipients
Taylor Sconiers
Hampton University
Funded by:
WFF Scholar
Returning WFF Scholar Taylor Sconiers, expected class of 2026, is from Bloomfield, New Jersey. Taylor is studying Sports Management at Hampton University. In the summer of 2024, she was proud…
Jaylah Dorman
Howard University
Funded by:
The Vallee Foundation, Inc.
Returning WFF Scholar Jaylah Dorman, expected class of 2025, is from Durham, North Carolina. Jaylah is studying Health Education| Community Health at Howard University. In the summer of 2024, She…
Taylar Davis
North Carolina A&T State University
Funded by:
The Vallee Foundation, Inc.
Returning WFF Scholar Taylar Davis, expected class of 2026, is from Charlotte, North Carolina. Taylar is studying Psychology at North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University. In the summer of…
Destiny Lewis
Bowie State University
Funded by:
The Vallee Foundation, Inc.
Destiny Lewis, expected class of 2026, is from Owings, Maryland. Destiny is studying Chemistry at Bowie State University. In the summer of 2024, she worked in the 10-week CURE summer…
Joshua Wallington
Alabama A&M University
Funded by:
The Vallee Foundation, Inc.
Returning WFF Scholar Joshua Wallington, expected class of 2025, is from Troy, Michigan. Joshua is studying Computer Science at Howard University. In the summer of 2024, he interned at Google…
Sanai Neblett
Hampton University
Funded by:
The Vallee Foundation, Inc.
Returning WFF Scholar Sanai Neblett, class of 2025, is from Dacula, Georgia. She is studying Psychology (Pre-med) at Hampton University. In the summer of 2024, she enrolled in 2 summer…
Ashley Pryor
Morgan State University
Funded by:
The Vallee Foundation, Inc.
Returning WFF Scholar Ashley Pryor, expected class of 2025, is from Bowie, Maryland. She is studying Computer Science at Morgan State University. In the summer of 2024, she interned at…
Sierra Sands
Spelman College
Funded by:
WFF Scholar
Sierra Sands, expected class of May 2025, is from Columbia, South Carolina. She studies International Studies (Business) and Computer Science at Spelman College. In the summer of 2024, she was…
Help Us Reach Our Goal
Our Goal is to raise enough for 26 scholorships before December 31, 2024. With 20 already created this year, we only have 41 days left to raise enough for 6 more scholorships.