After Just One Year at Holy Cross, Growing as a Leader and Serving Others
August 5, 2026 Stories like this are made possible by the generosity of our donors. Read More»
Scholarships
Serving as a non-profit, it is the mission and purpose of the Foundation to provide economic support to students, establishing means by which to rekindle and enliven the hope and the opportunities that schools can offer to Black children
Mentoring
We ensure communities are created at our partnership universities where our scholars are supported emotionally and mentored by not only by the Foundations leadership but also by the universities which we choose to partner.
Enrichment
Spiritual enrichment is part of the Scholar’s journey. This includes the Catholic intellectual tradition and an understanding of Catholic Social Teaching. We bring awareness to all aspects of who we are and how we are called to serve.
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Our Scholars and Supporters
Why Support the foundation?
1
Make a Difference in the Life of a Scholar
Your donation of any amount provides critical financial aid for a Scholar
2
Provide Spiritual Enrichment Opportunities
Spiritual enrichment for scholars includes Catholic Social Teaching and serving those in need
3
Give the Gift of Catholic Higher Education
Support for the Foundation expands access to Catholic education for our Scholars
MEET OUR GRADUATES
What is the Value of the Foundation?
Calvin Allen, University of Notre Dame
“Receiving the scholarship had a profound impact on my undergraduate experience. Having this financial support allowed me to avoid the stress and burden of accumulating even more debt during and after college. This flexibility was truly invaluable to me.” Executive Vice President & Chief Human Resources Officer at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia
Calvin AllenRECENT NEWS
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Summer Symposium Inspires the Next Generation of Catholic Leaders
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Partners
Duquesne University
Pittsburgh Steelers
Diocese of Pitsburgh
Holy Family Institute
