WHAT IS ADOPT A SCHOLAR?
Adopt A Scholar is Move-In Day Mafia’s program to provide personalized monthly care packages to HBCU students who have aged out of foster care or experienced housing insecurity. These packages are filled with items scholars choose themselves, giving them the support and dignity they deserve.
WHO ARE THE SCHOLARS?
Our scholars are resilient students from foster care or unhoused backgrounds who have overcome incredible odds to attend HBCUs. They are the heart of our mission.
HOW DO THE WISHLISTS WORK?
Scholars submit their requests to mentors, who create wishlists organized by HBCU. Donors shop directly from these lists, knowing their contributions go exactly where they’re needed.
WHAT GOES INTO A CARE PACKAGE?
Each package is as unique as the scholar, often including toiletries, snacks, school supplies, and personal care products—items they’ve specifically requested.
HOW ARE ITEMS DELIVERED?
Once purchased by our generous donors, items are shipped to Mafia Chapters at the scholars’ schools. Care Package Mafiosos (CPMs) sort and deliver the packages directly to the scholars.
ARE CARE PACKAGES MONTHLY?
Yes, care packages are sent out every month to ensure scholars receive consistent support throughout their academic journey.
WHAT MAKES ADOPT A SCHOLAR DIFFERENT?
We don’t give random items or leftovers. Scholars choose what they need, ensuring they feel valued and empowered rather than “grateful for whatever they get.”
HOW CAN I SUPPORT THE PROGRAM?
You can shop a wishlist, make a donation, or volunteer with your local Mafia Chapter. Every contribution helps transform a scholar’s life.
IS MY CONTRIBUTION TAX-DEDUCTIBLE?
Yes! Move-In Day Mafia is a tax-exempt organization. You can claim your donation by emailing your receipts to [email protected].
WHAT’S THE VISION FOR THE FUTURE?
Our goal is to establish Mafia Chapters at every HBCU, creating a nationwide network of support that bridges the gap between foster care and college graduation.
Adopt A Scholar is Move-In Day Mafia’s program to provide personalized monthly care packages to HBCU students who have aged out of foster care or experienced housing insecurity. These packages are filled with items scholars choose themselves, giving them the support and dignity they deserve.
WHO ARE THE SCHOLARS?
Our scholars are resilient students from foster care or unhoused backgrounds who have overcome incredible odds to attend HBCUs. They are the heart of our mission.
HOW DO THE WISHLISTS WORK?
Scholars submit their requests to mentors, who create wishlists organized by HBCU. Donors shop directly from these lists, knowing their contributions go exactly where they’re needed.
WHAT GOES INTO A CARE PACKAGE?
Each package is as unique as the scholar, often including toiletries, snacks, school supplies, and personal care products—items they’ve specifically requested.
HOW ARE ITEMS DELIVERED?
Once purchased by our generous donors, items are shipped to Mafia Chapters at the scholars’ schools. Care Package Mafiosos (CPMs) sort and deliver the packages directly to the scholars.
ARE CARE PACKAGES MONTHLY?
Yes, care packages are sent out every month to ensure scholars receive consistent support throughout their academic journey.
WHAT MAKES ADOPT A SCHOLAR DIFFERENT?
We don’t give random items or leftovers. Scholars choose what they need, ensuring they feel valued and empowered rather than “grateful for whatever they get.”
HOW CAN I SUPPORT THE PROGRAM?
You can shop a wishlist, make a donation, or volunteer with your local Mafia Chapter. Every contribution helps transform a scholar’s life.
IS MY CONTRIBUTION TAX-DEDUCTIBLE?
Yes! Move-In Day Mafia is a tax-exempt organization. You can claim your donation by emailing your receipts to [email protected].
WHAT’S THE VISION FOR THE FUTURE?
Our goal is to establish Mafia Chapters at every HBCU, creating a nationwide network of support that bridges the gap between foster care and college graduation.