Every donation we receive from November 18th through December 3rd (Giving Tuesday) directly supports our wide range of impactful programs, including the Phillip Jackson Freedom School, Kimberly Lightford Saturday University, Young Black Men of Honor, Phillip Jackson Youth Development Program, Ambassadors of Hope, and Building Chicago's Next CEO. These programs provide educational enrichment, mentorship, and leadership development to underserved students in our community. Your contributions enable us to offer these services at no cost, empowering youth with the tools they need to succeed.

This fall, The Black Star Project is excited to offer a lineup of educational and development programs designed to inspire and uplift our youth. We are offering four impactful programs: Kimberly Lightford Saturday University, Phillip Jackson Freedom School, Young Black Men of Honor, and Phillip Jackson Youth Development Program. These programs provide students with essential skills, knowledge, and mentorship for academic and personal growth. The cost is FREE!

We’re excited to announce that the Kimberly Lightford Saturday University (KLSU) is returning for another year of empowering young minds! This FREE academic enrichment program is designed for students in grades 4 through 8, providing them with the skills and support they need to excel academically.

The Building Chicago’s Next CEO (BCNC) program is back for 2024, offering young leaders aged 16 to 35 the opportunity to develop essential managerial skills to propel their careers forward. In an ever-evolving business landscape, having the right foundation in management is key to creating impactful change, and BCNC is dedicated to equipping the next generation of decision-makers with these vital tools.