Q:  Is BLS B.A.N. officially affiliated with Boston Latin School?

A:  BLS B.A.N is a wholly independent group of Black alumni. While we are graduates of the historic Boston Latin School, we are not managed or operated by Boston Latin School, Boston Public Schools, or Boston Latin School Association. 

Q: Is BLS B.A.N. an officially registered, government-recognized organization or entity?

A:  Not yet. Becoming an officially-government recognized nonprofit is a part of our long term strategic plan.

Q: If BLS B.A.N is not a federally recognized nonprofit, how can it legally operate and/or raise a scholarship fund?

A: The fund is being managed by Boston Latin School Association for the purposes set forth by the BLS B.A.N. group. As a group, we are able to self-organize and partner with official organizations, such as BLSA, for the purposes of establishing an endowed fund. BLS B.A.N. will not receive, intake, or manage any of the funds raised for the purposes of the scholarship fund. All money will go directly through the federally registered and recognized BLSA organization. 

Q: Are non-Black BLS alumni invited to join BLS B.A.N.?

A: Non-Black BLS alumni are absolutely welcome to join the conversation, activities, and fundraising efforts via the BLS Allyship Committee. 

Q: Why is BLS B.A.N. raising an endowed scholarship fund?

A:  This endowed scholarship fund will allow the scholarship to never have an interruption in awards in perpetuity. Meaning, each year there will be a scholarship awarded to a BLS Black student on behalf of the BLS Black alumni (aka BLS B.A.N.).

As Black Alumni this is our opportunity to leave a legacy, and impact future generations of Black Latin School students.

The BLS Black Alumni Network want to advocate and serve as resources for current BLS Students and recent graduates. If you are interested in learning more about BLS B.A.N, and want to connect with other Black Alumni, please complete and submit the form attached to this link:

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Thank You for your contribution. We look forward to connecting with you in the near future.