Program Overview
In 2023, Black Futures Fellowship aims to match 50 HBCU students with paid internships for Spring / Summer 2024 in CPG food & beverage companies. Matchmaking will take place virtually and run Oct 1 - Dec 31
In February 2024, matched Fellows will be invited to Atlanta, GA for a 2-day “bootcamp” to support preparing them for their internships (professional development and networking).
About Black Futures Fellowship
Founded in 2020 by Denise Woodard, Black Futures Fellowship is a 501c3 that connects active HBCU students with leaders and opportunities in the CPG food & beverage industry.
Formerly Black Futures in Food & Beverage, Black Futures Fellowship exists to increase Black representation in the CPG industry by offering education and access to HBCU students interested in CPG careers.
Programming Pillars
Oct 31 - Dec 31, 2023
Internship Matchmaking
Feb 2024
Bootcamp
Jan 1 - Aug 1, 2024
Digital Community
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Currently, I am a graduating senior at Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University (FAMU). I will be graduating this April with a degree in Food Science and Agribusiness, Summa Cum Laude and headed to graduate school for a Masters in Agricultural Economics.
Kayla Braggs 2021 Fellow
Since finishing the BFFB program, I’ve completed my Bachelors degree from NC A&T State University and started a career in Master Data Management at a Grocer Headquarters.
Taniiya Murphy 2021 Fellow
Since finishing the BFFB program in November, I have thrived as a budding professional in the food and beverage industry. I have been offered various internships and a couple of full-time positions from companies in the consumer-packaged goods industry. I utilized the knowledge and skills that I learned in the fellowship program to secure these roles. I hope to take one after graduating this spring.
Rae’gan Burton 2021 Fellow