Frederick Douglass HBCU Football Classic

03/31/2026

This is why HBCU’s are important!

02/20/2026

1,500+ students.
900+ acceptances.
$6M+ in scholarships.

You’re in. Now finish strong.

If you received an acceptance or scholarship at the Baldwin Richardson Foods Frederick Douglass HBCU College Expo, make it official:

✔ Complete your application
✔ Send transcripts
✔ Finish FAFSA

Don’t leave opportunities on the table. Fall 2026 starts now.

FDHBCUClassic.com

02/15/2026

Yesterday we honored his birth.
Today we continue his legacy.

Frederick Douglass chose his own birthday — a powerful act of self-determination. His fight for education, freedom, and equality lives on through HBCUs and every space where excellence thrives.

02/11/2026

⏳ Deadline: February 28, 2026 — 17 days left to apply.

Empowering Rochester students through education creates a ripple effect of opportunity and impact.

We’re proud to partner with Rochester Area Community Foundation to help open doors for local students preparing to attend Historically Black Colleges and Universities this fall. The Baldwin Richardson Foods Frederick Douglass HBCU Football Classic Scholarship invests in the leaders of tomorrow.

This scholarship opportunity is available to Rochester, NY students who meet the application criteria and are ready to take the next step in their educational journey. Awards are granted through the Rochester Area Community Foundation Consolidated Scholarship Application using established guidelines.

Apply now: https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=racfs
Website: fdhbcuclassic.com

02/04/2026

Empowering students through education creates a ripple effect of opportunity and impact.

We’re proud to partner with Rochester Area Community Foundation to help open doors for local students preparing to attend Historically Black Colleges and Universities this fall. The Baldwin Richardson Foods Frederick Douglass HBCU Football Classic Scholarship is our way of investing in the leaders of tomorrow.

This scholarship opportunity is available to all Rochester, NY students who meet the application criteria and are ready to take the next step in their educational journey.

The scholarships are awarded through the Rochester Community Foundation Consolidated Scholarship Application using established guidelines.

Applications are open through February 28, 2026
Learn more and apply here: https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=racfs

01/30/2026

Empowering students through education creates a ripple effect of opportunity and impact.

We’re proud to partner with Rochester Area Community Foundation to help open doors for local students preparing to attend Historically Black Colleges and Universities this fall. The Baldwin Richardson Foods Frederick Douglass HBCU Football Classic Scholarship is our way of investing in the leaders of tomorrow.

This scholarship opportunity is available to all Rochester, NY students who meet the application criteria and are ready to take the next step in their educational journey.

The scholarships are awarded through the Rochester Community Foundation Consolidated Scholarship Application using established guidelines.

Applications are open through February 28, 2026
Learn more and apply here: https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=racfs

10/24/2025

🎬 The entire weekend was a MOVIE! 🎉
The Baldwin Richardson Foods Frederick Douglass HBCU Classic lit up Rochester with unforgettable moments of pride, culture, and community! 🙌🏾

From the inspiring HBCU College Expo to the epic Tailgate Party, the powerful presence of the Divine 9, the electric Marching Bands, and the thrilling showdown between the Central State University Marauders and Lane College Dragons — the HBCU spirit was alive and shining bright! 💛❤️💜💙

📸 Relive the highlights and feel the energy from an incredible weekend celebrating legacy, unity, and Black excellence.

🙏🏾 Special thanks to our divine 9, students, alumni, vendors, sponsors, and community partners who made this weekend truly unforgettable.

👉🏾 Make sure to follow us for more recaps, behind-the-scenes moments, and updates for next year’s Classic!


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What an unforgettable weekend in Rochester, NY! 🎉The Baldwin Richardson Foods Frederick Douglass HBCU Classic brought the HBCU spirit to life with an incred...

10/09/2025

Thank you to the Rochester Police Department for partnering with us and helping make the Baldwin Richardson Foods Frederick Douglass HBCU Football Classic a safe, fun, and family-filled event! 💜🏈

Your teamwork and presence helped create an amazing community atmosphere for everyone to enjoy.