Explore the impactful bai programs that empower underserved youth to achieve educational and career success.
Explore the impactful bai programs that empower underserved youth to achieve educational and career success.
Discover how corporate support fuels our mission, offering scholarships, mentorship, and internship opportunities. Together, we’re shaping tomorrow’s leaders.
The bai Initiative
The bai program is comprised of four primary elements designed to work together and serve as supportive stepping stones toward the achievement of its overall mission. These four elements, Professional Mentoring Program, Historical Black College Tour, Corporate Scholarship Program and Corporate Internship Program foster hope and aspiration in the young people of our community while providing experiences that lead to opportunities for academic access and the development of critical leadership skills.
bai By The Numbers
See the undeniable impact of our programs through concrete figures. These numbers showcase the real-world impact bai has on our youth and communities. They tell the powerful story of achievement, empowerment and transformation that our programs foster. It’s not just statistics; it’s a testament to the difference we make together.
bai By The Numbers
See the undeniable impact of our programs through concrete figures. These numbers showcase the real-world impact bai has on our youth and communities. They tell the powerful story of achievement, empowerment and transformation that our programs foster. It’s not just statistics; it’s a testament to the difference we make together.
The Impact of Our Work
The generosity & support of our Corporate Donors empowers youth, drives success stories, and strengthens communities.
The generosity & support of our Corporate Donors empowers youth, drives success stories, and strengthens communities.
Developing Leaders
At bai, we’re built on the foundation of hope, determination, and life-changing opportunities. Our scholars are the heart of the bai program, and their remarkable stories illuminate our mission. Here, we proudly share a glimpse of our inspiring success stories.
Empowering Brands and Shaping Global Digital Landscapes
Khalia received her Bachelor’s Degree in International/Global Studies from Spelman College, and interned at IPG’s Hill Holliday and Marsh & McClennan
Companies Inc. through the bai Internship program.
In her position as Global Branded Content Strategy Manager at Condé Nast, Khalia is a globally knowledgeable social media marketer and digital content creator with a proven track record of innovating and delivering results for the world’s top luxury beauty and lifestyle brands, including L’Oreal, Vogue, GQ, Harlem’s Fashion Row, and Bon Appetit. She currently serves as Social Media Director at Braxton & Co. in the New York City area.
Transforming Lives through Mentorship and Youth Empowerment
As a teen, Kareem participated in the Harlem Y’s karate program and volunteered at the Harlem Y before moving to Indianapolis and supporting the Fall Creek YMCA, where he worked as a Swim Instructor and later, Youth Director. He also worked as a financial specialist and broker.
Through his YMCA experience, Hines discovered working with youth was his calling. He left the financial field and became a certified youth mentor working with local schools. In 2005 Hines took his mentorship to the next level and founded New BOY, a full time Mentoring & Life Skills Coaching operation.
Advocating for Justice and Empowering Families
Danielle received her bachelor’s degree in Psychology at University of Richmond, and her JD at Loyola University of Chicago School of Law. Her goal to become
a Family Court Judge was inspired by the Y’s Teen Career Connection internship with the Legal Aid Society.
Danielle interned and clerked at Arnstein & Lehrer LLP before assuming her current position as a member of the Litigation Department in Saul Ewing Arnstein
& Lehr in the firm’s Chicago office.
Guiding Futures Through Education & Leadership
Isaiah attended the Harlem Y’s afterschool program and took physical education classes at the Harlem Y during high school. Isaiah received his Bachelor’s Degree in Comparative Ethnic Studies from Columbia University, taught middle school children in Harlem and Newark and later focused on teacher coaching and leadership development with KIPPNYC and KIPP School Leadership Program. After experiencing success while instructionally coaching and developing staff, Isaiah was appointed the role of Principal of KIPP Philadelphia Preparatory Academy.
Isaiah is currently Chief Program Officer at Common Ground Foundation, Inc. He is one of the most honest and forward thinking leaders in the Urban Education space and continues to be honored and recognized for his leadership. In 2022, Isaiah was accepted into the first ever Surge Academy Philly cohort and in 2023 he was named the Director of Community Engagement for the Black Alumni Council of Columbia University.
