We have invested our time, expertise, economic resources with an earnest commitment to turn our mission into a reality. Thus far, through the GEDF, our fundraising efforts have resulted in the establishment of the BLEED (Black Leaders for Education and Economic Development) Scholarship Fund which was created to award an academic grant annually to an African American male student in the Gary Public School System who exemplifies the qualities of leadership, character and community service and who is in need of financial assistance. The recipients must be accepted into an accredited 4-year college or university and submit a 250 word essay stating educational goals and interest in becoming a future Black Leader.

The scholarship is endowed by donations from the 9 Founding Fathers of the organization and corporate donations from companies such as Roadway Express, Kraft Foods, Procter and Gamble and Enbridge Energy. It is the goal of the organization to build and prepare future leaders through educational assistance and mentorship. We are very proud that the fund has been able to generate an annual scholarship and provide mentorship to the recipients since 1998.