Black Students of California United

2024-2025

"Black Excellence:

Breaking Barriers and Building Strong Bridges."

To provide California’s African American youth with the tools, education and experiences to prepare them to become fully engaged participants in the state’s civic and economic life.

About Our NonProfit

Welcome to the Black Students of California United (BSCU) Nonprofit Organization.

Black Students of California United (BSCU) is a statewide organization focused on developing African American Students through Culturally Competent Leadership Training, Civic Engagement Experiences, Experiential Project-Based Learning, Dual Generation Engagement, Mental and Physical Health Maintenance Habits and Practices Training, and Research & Presentation Skills Training.

The Black Students of California United has since forged many relationships within the state of California to benefit both Black students and educators. Partnerships include the California Legislative Black Caucus (CLBC), the Umoja Community Foundation, several post-secondary institutions that include the Community College, CSU and UC systems, various K-12 School Districts, and A Black Education Network (ABEN, formerly California Alliance of African American Educators-CAAAE).

Become a Donor

Thank you for your interest in supporting our students. Every cent of your donation goes to helping students in need fulfill their potential and achieve their dreams. 

You can make a big difference in someone’s life.

Thank you to Our Partners and Sponsors…

About Our NonProfit

Why Be Part of The Black Students of California United?

  • Black Students of California United provide California’s African American youth with the tools, education and experiences to prepare them to become fully engaged participants in the state’s civic and economic life.  
  • Black Students of California United Vision is in California where African American youth receive the quality education, training, tools & experiences to become fully engaged participants in the state’s civic and economic life.
  • Black Students of California United Values are Excellence & Self-Determination, Interdependence & Perseverance, Critical Cultural Consciousness & Active Mental and Physical Health Maintenance Habits and Practices.

Help Students Now

Support for the studentsyou care about.

Future Students

  • Ask Your BSU Advisor to Register!
  • Youth Senators represent the student members of the Black Students of California United.
  • Youth Senators learn the issues and concerns of their constituents and report back to the Executive Board.
  • Youth Senators also share the positive and empowering events occurring in their areas.
  • Youth Senators will have a voice in planning all BSCU Leadership Forums and Conferences.
Future Advisors

Register Your School Today!

You have so many options for being involved in Black Students of California United life. With over 100 schools registered with the Black Students of California United, each event is a fantastic place to make friends, gain skills and enrich your high school & college experience.Ask Your BSU Advisor to Register!

Past BSCU Members

If you are a past member with the BSCU, more information will come soon here.

We’re here to support you every step of the way.

2024 - 25 SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS

Madhavi H.

Dextra Baldwin McGonagle Foundation & Vince Bailey President’s Scholarship

Chanthy B.

Dextra Baldwin McGonagle Foundation & Vince Bailey President’s Scholarship

Daniella P.

Dextra Baldwin McGonagle Foundation & Vince Bailey President’s Scholarship

Eden P.

Dextra Baldwin McGonagle Foundation & Vince Bailey President’s Scholarship

Eryn W.

Dextra Baldwin McGonagle Foundation & Vince Bailey President’s Scholarship

Ronnarith P.

Dr. Runoko Rashidi Scholarship

for the Global African Presence

Aminah C.

Global Impact

(Academic, Service,

Leadership Arts)

Dorinda F.

Dextra Baldwin McGonagle Foundation - Perseverance & Commitment Scholarship

Olivia I.

Dextra Baldwin McGonagle Foundation - Perseverance & Commitment Scholarship

Ruby C.

Dextra Baldwin McGonagle Foundation - Perseverance & Commitment Scholarship

Chidiogo M.

Academic

Annabelle O.

Leadership

Christopher U.

Arts

Jadah G.

Arts

Jennesa M.

Academic, Leadership

Kaleah L.

Academic & Service

Kiara L.

Leadership

Kimora P.

Academic & Service

Moyinoluwa O.

Academic & Social Activism

Osen U.

Leadership

Rachel B.

Academic, Leadership

Donate Online

Thank you for your interest in supporting our students. Every cent of your donation goes to helping students in need fulfill their potential and achieve their dreams.

Become Part of The BSCU Village Family

Membership fees are payable by business / school check or online via credit card (PayPal). No personal checks will be excepted, and a 3% PayPal fee will be added to all online payments.


If you need further assistance or have an inquiry, please contact BSCU Staff at by Chatting with BSCU Online (bottom right corner).

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