Biddy Mason Charitable Foundation

07/28/2026

This just in: BMCF's 2026 scholarship cohort of current and former foster youth is locked in!

If you didn't receive funding, we encourage you to submit again in 2027, as each candidate is given fresh consideration. Stay the course!

Congrats to this year's awardees—we look forward to celebrating with you at our ceremony next month!

07/24/2026

You likely know that we offer scholarships for current and former foster youth in LA. But we do so much more. Get to know the Biddy Mason Charitable Foundation!

07/06/2026

Moms who've been in foster care bring a totally unique perspective to parenting.

Come share and be uplifted with others like you—this month at Mothers Mingle, we're talking about developing healthy communication!

🗓️ July 19, 2026
📍2193 W 25th St. Los Angeles, CA 90018
🕰️ 2 p.m.

Lunch and childcare are provided; street parking is free! RSVP and share with anyone who might benefit 💚

06/19/2026

Today we celebrate FREEDOM and honor the legacy of Biddy Mason, whose courage led to liberation from slavery and a future dedicated to helping others.

Her story reminds us we can all do something to uplift those around us, especially those impacted by the foster care system ❤️🖤💚 Happy Juneteenth!

06/09/2026

The success of current and former foster youth is never an afterthought 💙

In the early days of LA, Biddy Mason went from enslavement to entrepreneur. She never forgot her roots, and fought for others—including children without permanent families—to have access to care and education. She’s our inspiration, the reason BMCF is included in the Underground Railroad map, and the heart of our foster youth scholarship program!

Thank you .field1 for capturing this special moment in our history 💫

06/03/2026

This Saturday 🎉 Thank you to the Black Women Lawyers Association of Los Angeles, Inc. for recognizing BMCF President and CEO Jackie Broxton's service to LA's foster care community!

BWL Foundation’s 50th Annual Scholarship Fundraiser & Awards Luncheon will take place on Saturday, June 6, 2026 at the Marina del Rey Marriot located at 4100 Admiralty Way, Marina del Rey, CA 90292.✨

The reception will begin at 11:00 AM and end at 12:00 PM. The program will start at 12:00 PM and end at 3:00 PM.

Please use the link in our bio to purchase tickets, tables, and sponsorships online!✅

We look forward to your attendance at this year’s luncheon!

05/31/2026

In case you missed it: Here’s the full Fox 11 clip of our president and CEO, Jackie Broxton, with Dr. Demontea Thompson, co-founder of Twinspire and BMCF scholarship recipient!

For years, statistics have shown that foster youth don’t get college degrees—but that narrative is changing.

🎓 Tae is one of five former foster youth the BMCF has supported through their doctoral program and among hundreds we’ve helped pursue undergrad, master’s, and vocational degrees.

Like our namesake Biddy Mason, our faith in education as a cycle-breaker remains strong. THANK YOU to Christine Devine - News Anchor for spotlighting Tae, to all our friends who make our scholarship program possible, and congrats Dr. Thompson on your PhD from UCLA!

05/14/2026

The risk of human trafficking doesn't start on the street—it starts when vulnerable people, like youth in foster care, face major challenges to finding stable housing, work, and supportive connections.

Please take a moment to read this thoughtful piece by BMCF scholarship recipient and former foster youth, Sarai, about this local LA crisis and how to reverse its impact.

When people hear “human trafficking,” they imagine something distant, another country, another city, another community. That narrative allows us to feel safe. It is also dangerously wrong! Human trafficking is happening in Pomona. It is not rare. It is not accidental. And it is not simply a crim...

05/13/2026

You on your way to apply to the Biddy Mason Charitable Foundation scholarship 🏃🏽‍♀️🏃🏾‍♂️🏃🏿‍♀️

Designed to fill funding gaps for current and former foster youth, this scholarship can be used for college OR vocational education.

May 15 is the deadline—please share with others and head to biddymason.com/scholarships to apply!

05/08/2026

We love ANY opportunity to share how BMCF is supporting foster youth and raising awareness for Black history. Thank you Councilwoman Heather Hutt for paying us a visit!