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27th Annual Los Angeles Black College Expo

The 27th Annual Los Angeles Black College Expo, will be taking over the Fairplex. YES a NEW LOCATION, Fairplex in Pomona.

Join us for the 27th Annual Los Angeles Black College Expo™ on Saturday, February 14th, starting at 9:00am. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with representatives from a variety of historically black colleges and universities and other colleges. Over 200 colleges will be in the house. 2 year college, 4 year colleges, trade schools and more. Seminars- 411 for Student Athletes, Real Talk College vs. High School, How to Start a Business & Maintain it Powered by Comerica Bank, Booming Careers, Celebrities, Cash & Prizes! A special Financial Health Series with the opportunity to receive $100 towards your account Powered by Wells Fargo.

Audition for Band Scholarships onsite! Thousands of dollars available, BRING Your Instruments

Special “LIVE” HBCU Cultural Spotlight Experience presented by Divas of Compton

Get ACCEPTED on the Spot! Over 20 million in Scholarships Available! Get your tickets now!

NO REFUNDS…

For Group Tickets for events contact Renee Cravin renee@ncrfoundation.org. Follow @blackcollegeexpo or visit our website http://www.thecollegeexpo.org

Please think about donating any amount to our nonprofit NCRF/BCE. This helps keeps us going to continue helping students connect to college, careers & beyond!

Watch & Subscribe to our YouTube Channel NCRF TV

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/los-angeles-27th-annual-los-angeles-black-college-expotm-tickets-1351080039769

By Kene Washington|February 2nd, 2026|Categories: Uncategorized|Comments Off

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By Tami Christopher|January 31st, 2026|Categories: Uncategorized|Comments Off

Black College Expo is back! Saturday February 14th 9am-2pm @ Pomona Fairplex

The Expo will host a variety of colleges: public, private, independent, military, and trade schools. Some colleges will accept seniors for admission, waive college application fees and give away scholarships on the spot!

By Erin Knott|January 30th, 2026|Categories: Uncategorized|Comments Off

Introducing: The Da Vinci Family CFO Training Series

A message from Christopher Jackson, College and Career Readiness Teacher at DV Communications:

I am inviting DV families from all campuses to a FREE, 6-workshop series designed to help you shift from financial stress to financial clarity.

Seats are limited and registration is required. Please see details below and sign up if you are interested and able to attend!

Workshop Details:
Dates: Every 3 weeks, Thursdays from Feb-May 2026
Time: 6:00-7:30 PM
Location: 201 N. Douglas St. Campus/3rd floor, room 3203 (in-person)
Cost: FREE

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Did you know $3.75 billion in free college aid goes unclaimed every year?

Not because families don’t need it.
Not because they didn’t save.
But because 40% of eligible students never file the FAFSA, often assuming they won’t qualify.

Even families earning over $100,000 frequently qualify for aid. But they never find out because they skip the application entirely.

Meanwhile, 76% of students say financial aid is the #1 factor in choosing which college to attend. Research shows that just $5,000 in additional aid is enough to prompt nearly half of students to switch schools.

That’s not chump change. But most families leave it on the table.

Not because they lack intelligence. Not because they’re lazy.
But because they lack a strategy.

Most families treat college planning like an emergency, scrambling when acceptance letters arrive, reacting to financial aid offers they don’t understand, and hoping it all works out.

But what if you could approach your family’s financial future the way a CFO approaches a business plan?

Strategic. Proactive. In control.

Introducing: The Da Vinci Family CFO Training Series

I invite you to a FREE, 6-workshop series designed to help you shift from financial stress to financial clarity.

Whether you have a kindergartner or a senior, this series will provide you with the frameworks, tools, and confidence to make smarter decisions about retirement, college savings, investing, and long-term wealth.

Here’s what we’ll cover:

Workshop 1 (Feb 5): Money Story & CFO Mindset: Identify limiting beliefs and adopt a strategic decision-making framework
Workshop 2 (Feb 26): Retirement Planning Essentials: Secure your oxygen mask first (401k, IRA, Roth strategies)
Workshop 3 (March 19): 529 Mastery: Maximize tax advantages and avoid costly mistakes
Workshop 4 (April 16): Balancing Priorities: Navigate competing goals with the CFO Decision Filter
Workshop 5 (May 7): Investment Fundamentals: Demystify investing and match strategies to your timeline
Workshop 6 (May 21): Personal Financial Roadmap: Create your customized action plan

Why This Series?

This isn’t theory. This isn’t a sales pitch. This is practical, actionable training you can use immediately.

You’ll walk away with:

A clear financial roadmap tailored to your family
Confidence to make smarter money decisions
Community with other Da Vinci families on the same journey
Peace of mind that you’re setting your kids up for success

Seats are limited. Register today. Click HERE to secure your spot.

This series is designed for any Da Vinci parent who wants to take control of their family’s financial future, whether you’re just starting to save or already investing.

You don’t need to attend all 6 workshops (though I recommend it for maximum impact). Each one builds on the last, but you can join where it makes sense for your family.

I’ve worked with over 1000 families on college planning, FAFSA strategy, and financial literacy. I’ve seen firsthand how the right information at the right time can save families tens (or hundreds) of thousands of dollars.

My goal? Help 1 million families think like CFOs, starting with ours here at Da Vinci.