BCGA Foundation
BCGA Foundation students at Gaming and Innovation Lab workstations

About BCGA Foundation

Building Pathways. Creating Opportunity.

BCGA Foundation connects HBCU students with education, technology, gaming, esports, mentorship, scholarships, and career opportunities that help prepare them for the industries of tomorrow.

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Our Story

Opening Doors to the Future of Gaming & Technology

BCGA Foundation was established in May 2020 to create greater access, exposure, and opportunity for students at Historically Black Colleges and Universities.

Through education, gaming and esports, technology, mentorship, scholarships, career development, and industry partnerships, BCGA helps connect students with experiences and relationships that can prepare them for emerging career opportunities.

BCGA Foundation Women Got Game participants in conversation at a networking event
BCGA Foundation Women Got Game participants in conversation at a networking event

Our Mission

To create pathways that connect HBCU students with education, industry, technology, mentorship, and career opportunities across gaming, esports, and related fields.

OUR IMPACT

Creating Access. Building Connections. Expanding Opportunity.

BCGA Foundation works across a network of 21 HBCUs in 11 states, connecting students with programs, resources, industry relationships, and experiences designed to expand access to gaming, esports, technology, and career pathways.

21

HBCUs

11

States

Access

Bring students closer to technology, gaming, esports, education, and hands-on learning experiences.

Connection

Connect students with mentors, professionals, employers, partners, and industry leaders.

Opportunity

Create pathways through scholarships, career development, internships, mentorship, events, and industry exposure.

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Be Part of the Opportunity

Help create more opportunities for HBCU students to learn, connect, build careers, and gain access to the industries shaping the future.