Behind every graduate is a village that helped make this moment possible. ❤️🎓
Featured in this tribute are graduating seniors from Carter G. Woodson Academy, including young men who have benefited from BMWA’s enrichment experiences and programs. Through their words, they honor the parents, guardians, family members, and mentors whose love, sacrifice, and support helped make this milestone possible.
To every person who played a role in helping these graduates cross the finish line, thank you. Your impact will be felt for generations to come.
Congratulations to the Class of 2026!
Black Male Working Academy
The mission of this program is to educate, motivate, and activate the potential for excellence.
06/03/2026
BMWA 2026 Academic Signing Day was nothing short of inspiring! 🎓
We celebrated our incredible high school seniors as they officially announced the colleges and universities they will attend next year. From scholarships earned to dreams becoming reality, this day was a powerful reminder of what hard work, dedication, and community support can accomplish.
We are especially proud to have awarded over $50,000 in scholarships to help support the next chapter of these students’ journeys. Every student recognized today represents excellence, perseverance, and a bright future ahead.
To our seniors: we are proud of you, we believe in you, and we can’t wait to see all that you accomplish. Keep striving, keep growing, and never stop chasing purpose.
Congratulations, Class of 2026! Your future is bright.❤️💛
05/26/2026
May 30th marks the beginning of new opportunities, purpose, and greatness ahead. We’re proud of our young kings and all they’ve accomplished! We can’t wait to see what the future holds‼️
Purchase your tickets here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/2026-bmwa-academic-signing-day
05/23/2026
Tonight’s the Night!
After months of preparation, and dedication, our 2026 Senior Beaus are ready to take the stage for the Beautillion. This evening is about honoring the journey, the lessons, the brotherhood, and the future that lies ahead for each of these remarkable young men.
We hope to see our community, families, and supporters in attendance as we come together to uplift and celebrate the next generation of leaders. Let’s make this a night to remember!
05/21/2026
Meet the rest of our 2026 Junior Beaus as we continue the countdown to an unforgettable night. We’re officially 2 DAYS AWAY from the big night! We hope to see you all soon!
This is why we do it. BMWA is more than a program, it’s a brotherhood, a foundation, and a place where young men are challenged to grow into leaders.
Hear directly from our current BMWA Beautillion participants as they share how BMWA has impacted their confidence, character, and future. Their stories are why this work matters.
Come celebrate these incredible young men and witness the excellence they represent at the 2026 BMWA Beautillion Ball on Saturday, May 23.
05/16/2026
As we count down to Saturday, May 23, we’re proud to introduce more of our outstanding Junior Beaus, young men representing leadership, excellence, and the future of our community.
The 2026 BMWA Beautillion Ball is almost here, and tickets are going fast. Get yours while you still can and be part of a night to remember.
Use this link to get your tickets today: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/bmwa-beautillion
05/13/2026
❤️ THANK YOU, BMWA FAMILY ❤️
Because of your generosity and support during KY Gives Day 2026, Black Male Working Academy raised $800 to help continue investing in the lives and futures of our young men.
Every donation, every share, every repost, every message, and every word of encouragement made a difference.
For 20 years, BMWA has served our scholars through mentorship, leadership development, academic support, and opportunities that help shape brighter futures.
We are deeply grateful to everyone who supported our KY Gives Day campaign and helped us continue this important work.
Thank you for being part of the village.
05/13/2026
❤️ FINAL HOURS FOR KY GIVES DAY ❤️
There’s still time to support Black Male Working Academy before KY Gives Day ends at midnight.
For 20 years, BMWA has invested in young men through mentorship, leadership development, academic support, and opportunity.
Tonight, we’re asking our village to help us finish strong.
Every donation helps us continue this work and every share helps us reach more supporters.
🔗 Donate before midnight: https://www.kygives.org/organizations/black-male-academy-inc
Thank you to everyone who has supported BMWA today.
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05/12/2026
For nearly 20 years, Dr. Roszalyn Akins has poured into the young men of the Black Male Working Academy.
Not because it’s easy.
Not because it’s trendy.
But because she believes young men deserve:
❤️ structure
❤️ exposure
❤️ mentorship
❤️ accountability
❤️ opportunity
❤️ a village that refuses to give up on them
That belief has changed lives for two decades.
Today, you can help continue that legacy. ❤️🖤
Give Now: https://www.kygives.org/organizations/black-male-academy-inc
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