12/08/2025
Did you know that 80% of Black doctors and judges and nearly half of Black engineers and dentists are graduates of HBCUs?
Yet, Black bachelor’s degree holders carry an average of $52,000 in student loan debt — a burden that delays marriage, homeownership, and family goals for countless graduates across the nation.
That’s why Student Freedom Initiative and Live Nation Urban have united to launch the largest HBCU fundraiser in history - HBCU AWARE FEST!
State Farm Arena
Thursday, March 26, 2026
Get ready for an unforgettable night featuring performances by John Legend, Jill Scott, Metro Boomin, Glorilla, Common, Jeezy, Earth, Wind & Fire, Kirk Franklin, PJ Morton, Coco Jones, and Yolanda Adams, PLUS special appearances from Robert F. Smith, Chris Paul, and more!
Every ticket and donation directly supports the mission to reduce student loan debt for HBCU students nationwide.
Join the movement. Change the future. Get tickets & learn more at AWAREFEST.ORG