Blackstone LaunchPad

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LaunchPad campuses since inception

78

Minority-Serving Institutions

46

Program participants in 2023

40K+

LaunchPad grants since inception

$62M+

Note: All figures as of December 31, 2023 unless otherwise noted.

How it works

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LaunchPad Participants at Bowie State University

Our Partners

“What an eye-opening experience. I grew as a student, leader and professional simultaneously – this was truly a summer of evolving. I am beyond grateful for all of the hands-on training and technical skills I attained in my field, as well as the network and support of peers I gained. Thank you for an outstanding and unparalleled summer with long-lasting memories and lessons learned!”

Social media intern at HBCU Founders Initiative portfolio company Adaya Beauty, student at Clark Atlanta University

“Blackstone LaunchPad blends real-world exposure into industries with opportunities for professional development. The Entrepreneurial Mindset Bootcamp in particular emphasizes an innovative approach toward problems, reinforcing that novel solutions can emerge when combining creativity, strategic thinking and tenacity. It’s an invaluable blueprint for success that will remain instrumental throughout my career.”

Philanthropy intern at the Gray Foundation, student at Baruch College

“I had a great time at Centric Brands, a Blackstone portfolio company. I was able to apply everything I learned in school in a professional setting, where my colleagues were so supportive and collaborative and answered any questions we had. My project group won the Capstone Project with our research on AI and its integration within the company – this was the cherry on top.”

Accounting intern at Blackstone portfolio company Centric Brands, student at College of Staten Island

News & Insights

Blackstone Charitable Foundation Commits $5 Million To Five New Colleges in Florida, Including New Historically Black College and University and Hispanic Serving Institutions

Blackstone Charitable Foundation Commits $2 Million To Four Historically Black Colleges and Universities in North Carolina and Maryland

From Startups to Skill Sets: Blackstone LaunchPad Broadens Mission to Equip Grads for Any Career

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