Welcome Reception
Coming soonKick off the weekend with warm welcomes, signature cocktails, and the BFW family.
2026 SJSU Homecoming · Sept – Oct 2026
Where Black Family comes home.
Visit our BFW booth at San Jose Juneteenth on Saturday, 6/13. Event calendar and discount weekend passes will be available at our Juneteenth booth for 2026 BFW Homecoming events @ SJSU.
Tickets · Scholarships · Sponsorships · Donations · Stepshow Applications
$1.66M+
Est. SJ economic impact
9
Signature events
$30K
Scholarship target
501(c)(3)
Tax-exempt nonprofit
About BFW
A homecoming platform built for Black family.
We are a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization that teams up with various San José State University (SJSU) and other local organizations to provide inclusive, enjoyable Black Family Weekend experiences for current and future SJSU students, alumni, faculty/staff, and the surrounding communities.
Black Family Weekend provides a sense of community and camaraderie among many local organizations, SJSU students, alumni, faculty, and staff from across the country. Bringing these groups together around fun social activities once a year provides opportunities to network around job and family resources, community service, and educational engagements.
Some alumni bring their children who will soon be entering college to give them a taste of college life — directly supporting new student acquisition efforts.
We create memorable Black Family Weekend reunions.
2026 Signature Events
Nine experiences. One unforgettable weekend.
Event details, dates, and ticketing roll out across summer 2026. Below is a preview of every BFW event on this year's slate.
Comedy Show
Coming soonAn unforgettable night of laughter headlined by top Black comedians.
Comedy Show Afterparty Social
Coming soonKeep the energy going — drinks, dancing, and connection late into the night.
Tailgate VIP Perks
Coming soonPremium tailgating before SJSU kickoff — gourmet bites, prime location, VIP swag.
Homecoming Afterparty Social
Coming soonCelebrate the win in style with alumni, friends, and family.
Dominoes Tournament & Social
Coming soonBones on the table, trash talk in the air. Bring your A-game.
Stepshow
Coming soonGreek-letter organizations bring thunder, precision, and tradition to the stage.
Stepshow Afterparty Social
Coming soonConfetti, lights, and a packed dance floor after the final step.
Farewell Brunch
Coming soonMimosas, soul food, and goodbyes that already feel like 'see you next year.'
$1.66M+ in Estimated San Jose, CA Economic Impact
Gain access. Get involved.
Black Family Weekend is a San José-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit producing a high-visibility SJSU homecoming platform that combines multiple cultural events, experiences, community-centered programming, and structured support pathways — all made possible by event-goers, partners, teammates, donors, and sponsors of BFW.
Donate to BFW
Tax-deductible giving powers our scholarships, stepshow program, and community programming.
Sponsor BFW
Review & fill out the Sponsorship Application/Agreement. The Application/Agreement must be approved prior to making a sponsorship payment.
Apply to 2026 BFW Scholarships
Click below for general scholarship information or jump straight to the application.
Stepshow Application
Bring your team to the BFW stage. Review the program details, then submit your application.
Book Hotel Room
Discounted weekend lodging coordinated with BFW. Details rolling out soon.
Coming Soon
Target Budgetary Impact Snapshot
- Step Show Performing Arts Program$18,600
- Homecoming Tailgate$19,850
- Scholarship Program$30,000
- Marketing & Promotion$16,050
- Sponsor & VIP Experience$7,750
- Operations & Administration$2,350
Fundraising Goal$96,200
Economic Impact
BFW drives measurable economic activity across San José through hotel stays, dining, transportation usage, vendor participation, and digital visibility.
$1,657,300
Estimated annual economic impact
Why Support BFW
- ◆Centralized platform instead of fragmented programming
- ◆Direct audience access to students, alumni, and community stakeholders
- ◆Dual funding structure for tax-deductible support and sponsorship support
- ◆Restricted scholarship and performance awards pathways with transparent allocation
Whether you want to fund student outcomes, support the Step Show Performing Arts Program, activate your brand through sponsorship, or attend a high-energy community weekend, BFW provides a clear path to participate.
Our Board · Our Values
The leadership behind BFW.
BFW's core values of civic engagement, academic achievement, financial literacy, expressive arts, and mental well-being are foundational to our events and programs.
Imani Kuumba
Board Chair
Tracey Jones
Executive Director
NS
Noel Stewart
Secretary
Chris Baker
Chief Financial Officer
Blair Bolden
Board Member
Carol R. Dixon
Board Member
Shavonda Early
Board Member
Tamra Goins
Board Member
Wes Hendrix
Board Member
KH
Kim Hicks
Board Member
Gina Lajander
Board Member
Sonja Martin
Board Member
JT
Jana Taylor
Board Member
Isaac Terry
Board Member
Brian Turner
Board Member
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