Brilliant Black Girl
Collective

The Brilliant Black Girl Collective, a Fund of Women’s Foundation of Alabama, is a philanthropic community that invests annually in the educational pursuits of brilliant young girls graduating from Birmingham City High Schools.

We fully understand for a young girl to become strong, successful, and self-reliant she must have access to resources. She must be able to leverage the power of social capital. She must be assured and affirmed by a village of supporters.

History

In May 2021, Founding Members – who either were born in Birmingham, live in Birmingham, or care about Birmingham – pooled personal financial resources to create pathways for deserving young girls in Birmingham City High Schools, believing they deserve a chance to be assured and affirmed with the financial backing and seasoned guidance and expertise. Since 2023, The Brilliant Black Girl Collective has awarded $97,000 in scholarships.

Your Support

The Brilliant Black Girl Collective graciously accepts contributions of any size to support the annual distribution of scholarships to support the educational pursuits of young girls graduating from Birmingham City Schools who are planning to pursue post-secondary education.

Scholarship Cycle

Scholarships will be annually awarded to seniors pursuing post-secondary education to accredited two-year or four-year institutions; awards can range from $1,000-$7,500. Currently, this is a one-time scholarship for seniors.

Eligibility Criteria

Academic Enrollment: The student must be a female enrolled in a high school affiliated with the Birmingham City Schools District.
Academic Standing: The student must be classified as a high school senior.
Minimum GPA: 2.8
Post High School Educational Plans: The student must have plans to attend an accredited two-year or four-year institution immediately following high school graduation.

Selection Process

A selections committee will score, rank, and award scholarships ranging from $1,000 to $7,500 based on a variety of factors, including:

• Academic record
• Leadership and community involvement
• Personal statement
• Letters of recommendation
• Applications must include all required elements in order to be considered. Completed applications and all materials must be submitted by the deadline.

The 2026 Application Period

• The scholarship application will open on March 2, 2026.
• The scholarship application form is due March 31, 2026.
• Applications will be reviewed in April
• Scholars will be notified in May