Providing scholarships to HBCU students and mentoring opportunities. ®️ How many bright minds have been turned away from their dreams?
The Williams-Franklin Foundation (WFF) is a non-profit, Washington, DC based organization whose mission is to eradicate the financial limitations that prevent access to higher education and civil leadership. The WFF was founded by Howard University (HU) alumni LaShelle Williams-Franklin (1996) and Dwight Franklin (1994) in 2014. Through their foundation, the WFF provides scholarships and programs
06/01/2026
June is here...which means it’s officially golf season! ⛳
Every year, this month brings us back to the course for one of our favorite events; bringing together community, connection, and impact in support of HBCU students.
Take a look back at some of our favorite moments from past tournaments and get ready to be part of what’s next!
There’s still time to join us.
📅 June 15, 2026
📍 Lakewood Country Club
🔗 https://bit.ly/4cvyh5V
05/29/2026
This is what impact looks like in real time 📊
Each application represents a student working toward something bigger. Each scholarship represents a moment where something kept moving forward instead of stopping.
$592,300 Awarded, 27 HBCUs, 166 Scholarships and 100% Grad. Rate
Behind every number is a student who stayed in school when it mattered most.
This is why we do it 🎓 Behind every event, every partnership, and every donation are students working toward something bigger. Through scholarships, mentorship, and access to new opportunities, WFF is helping HBCU students move forward, and your support is what makes that possible.
Thank you to the students who shared their stories, and to everyone who continues to invest in their futures!
Looking for a way to support? Join us at our biggest fundraiser of the year, the 6th Annual Golf Tournament. Learn more, register, and sponsor at https://bit.ly/4aAH984
05/25/2026
A day on the course you don’t want to miss ⛳ From tee-offs and friendly competition to networking, great conversations, and shared moments, the WFF Golf Tournament brings together a community that shows up for both the experience and the impact.
📅 June 15, 2026
📍 Lakewood Country Club
Spots and sponsorships are limited. Join us on the course! 🔗 https://bit.ly/4aAH984
05/22/2026
Meet Phil E. Croskey, WFF Board Member and CEO & Co-Founder of MD Energy Advisors. A nationally recognized leader in energy efficiency and economic development, Phil has led billions in impact-driven projects. We’re fortunate to have his entrepreneurial leadership and commitment to sustainable growth on the WFF board.
05/20/2026
Looking for your next team outing? ⛳ Bring your team to the 6th Annual Williams-Franklin Foundation Golf Tournament! It's a day of golf, connection, and community, all in support of HBCU students.
Secure a foursome, represent your company, and be part of an experience that goes beyond the course.
📅 June 15, 2026
📍 Lakewood Country Club
Spots are limited! Register your team today. 🔗 https://bit.ly/4aAH984
05/18/2026
🎓 Congratulations to the Class of 2026! Your hard work, resilience, and dedication have brought you to this moment, and we can’t wait to see what you do next.
At the Williams-Franklin Foundation, we’re proud to support HBCU students not just during their academic journey, but as they step into their careers and continue building their future through mentorship, networking, and opportunity.
The future is in good hands!
05/15/2026
We are a month away! ⛳💙
The WFF Golf Tournament returns June 15, 2026 at Lakewood Country Club.
Last year brought together sponsors, partners, and supporters for a day that turned connection into real impact for HBCU students. 17 sponsors. 108+ golfers. $85,000 raised.
This year, we are building on that momentum.
📅 June 15, 2026
📍 Lakewood Country Club
Register or sponsor at 🔗 https://bit.ly/4aAH984https://bit.ly/4cvyh5V
05/14/2026
The Williams-Franklin Foundation would like to congratulate our very own Desiree Carter as she graduates from Florida A&M University! 🎓💙
Desiree has served as the Foundation's Administrative Intern for the past 2 years, helping us to coordinate our scholarship program, fundraisers, nonprofit operations, and community events.
Her dedication, leadership, and excellence are a testament to everything we proudly support through the Foundation.
Desiree had this to say about her experience with WFF, "I had my big day Saturday (May 2) and it wouldn’t be complete without thanking you guys for all you’ve done for me for the past few years. Being in this role has changed me for the better, more than you will ever know. I feel empowered and prepared to take on my professional career and I can give much thanks to WFF. Thank you for giving interns like me the platform to become our best selves. I wish you and the foundation nothing but success and blessings. I pray to return as a Junior Board member in the future 😊"
Join us in congratulating her and wishing her continued success in all that’s ahead! ✨
Not scripted. Not rehearsed. Just people who chose to show up...and keep showing up.
Because they’ve seen what happens when students get the support they need.
Because they believe opportunity shouldn’t be limited by access.
Because this work matters.
💙 This is the “why” behind everything we do. 💙
If it resonates, we’d love to have you in the room, and on the course! Join us June 15, 2026 at Lakewood Country Club for our 6th Annual Golf Tournament.
🔗 Register or sponsor at https://bit.ly/4aAH984