Advancing the humanitarian legacy of Biddy Mason by serving foster youth and sharing Black history.
The Biddy Mason Charitable Foundation began as an outreach ministry of First African Methodist Episcopal (F.A.M.E.) Church of Los Angeles in 2013 and then became an independent 501c3 non-profit organization that is dedicated to serving current and former foster youth in LA County. The foundation is named for Bridget “Biddy” Mason, the organizer of First AME Church of Los Angeles. A former slave, B
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!
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!
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.
Human Trafficking in Pomona: A Crisis Hidden in Plain Sight — The Pomonan Magazine 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...
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!
05/05/2026
Current and former foster youth vocalists—this is a great opportunity from the LA Opera!
Vocal Training Program - LA Opera Unlock your voice and make music with LA Opera Connects. Open to students grades 6-11 in ZIP codes 90001 and 90002, thanks to generous support from LA County Supervisor Holly J Mitchell, Second District.
05/02/2026
Curious about the history of slavery—and liberation—here in Los Angeles? Join us next weekend on May 9 for this special event!
Our friends from the Santa Monica Mountains Fund Field Institute will share little-known details on our namesake, Biddy Mason, and Hannah Embers—friends and formerly enslaved women who won their freedom in a landmark ruling in the 1850s.
Free and open to the public ⭐️ RSVP at samofund.org/outdoor-calendar
04/29/2026
Don’t let assumptions about grades hold you back—the GPA requirement for the BMCF scholarship is 2.5. We consider your whole application!
If you’re a current or former foster youth in LA pursuing academic or vocational education goals, we urge you to visit biddymason.com/scholarships today 🎓 Send this to someone who should apply!