Miss Black American Princess, Inc.
( MBAPI ) is a 501(c)3 non-profit that provides a sisterhood and professional community to young women of color.
More than 15 years ago in Harlem, New York, we established this organization on a dream and humble beginnings. Since then, we’ve received high recognition from local parents, guardians and friends of the community including, political organizations, activists and change-makers.
About us
Miss Black American Princess, Inc. ( MBAPI ) is a 501(c)3 non-profit that provides a sisterhood and professional community to young women of color between the ages of 12-17. A partial scholarship is also provided to young scholars to explore scholastics and higher learning.
A “seat at the table”
As a “dual-minority”, women of color often receive lesser salaries, lower-level roles, and all-around lack access or a “seat at the table”. Scholars will journey through life skills and empowerment workshops focused on cultural enrichment, becoming future leaders, and volunteerism.
All scholars will participate in,
life skills classes and cultural enrichment
female empowerment workshops,
and community investment opportunities.
Our mission
Our mission is to encourage high esteem, education, and acts of community service. To provide young girls with a platform to establish ethical and economic power for themselves, their families, and community. And to cultivate friendships and eternal sisterhood.
Changes to be made.
While some changes are being made, until ALL communities—regardless of age, color, gender or race—can attain the same level of education, economic power, and executive leadership, this is an ongoing journey to ensure good faith practices and progressive policies remain in place.
The results
Our program graduates are collegiate scholars, corporate executives, community investment leads, entrepreneurs and small business owners, and mothers by nature or through mentorship. Through our program, and general community efforts we’ve inspired thousands to pursue high esteem, education, and acts of community service.
Giving back to the community.
We’re most known for our “back to the community” events consisting of food givebacks, black family empowerment, and uplifting community leaders. Learn more about our annual “Unsung Heroes” gala.
A 2019 report published from, “Georgetown Law’s Center on Poverty and Inequality” showed that black girls are less likely to be perceived as “more adult-like and less innocent” in schools and other environments than their peers. As a direct result of the racism and bias, black girls experience more aggressive encounters with authority figures, and are quickly forced into adulthood.
Moving our mission forward.
We depend on our partnerships with inspired individuals, business owners, companies, and organizations. Donations are used to continue necessary outreach and support for life-changing learning experiences such as, internships, career opportunities, conferences, and mentorship. We’re most known for our “back to the community” events consisting of food givebacks, black family empowerment, and uplifting community leaders. Make a donation.