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Beauty Marks for Girls' 2026 5th Annual Scholarship Ball
Because of you, she walked!
The 5th Annual Beauty Marks for Girls Runway Scholarship Ball was more than a Runway Show. It was a celebration of resilience, achievement, and what becomes possible when a community chooses to invest in girls impacted by parental incarceration.
On June 27, 2026, our community came together in Greenville for an unforgettable evening celebrating our mentees, college-bound seniors, College graduates, and the women whose stories remind us of the power of second chances.
Together, we raised $24,708 through our 2026 Runway Scholarship Ball. Your support helped bring this unforgettable evening to life while investing in scholarships, mentorship, and continued opportunities for the girls we serve.
Because of you, she didn’t just walk the runway.
She walked toward her future.
Pictured: 2026 Nursing Graduate & Full-Ride Scholarship Recipient
Making History: Opening doors to higher education for children of incarcerated parents through our first scholarship fund.
Over 50 invited guests filled the room with excitement to witness the Unveiling of Beauty Marks for Girls' Scholarship Ceremony. We are thrilled to announce our partnership with The Spartanburg Foundation to establish one of the first-ever college scholarship funds tailored exclusively for children of incarcerated parents.
President of The Spartanburg County Foundation
Brooklyn, New York 2025 Ms. South Awardees
Ms. Foundation for Women · Brooklyn, New York
“The South is a region where women and girls of color have the least access to philanthropic resources while leading innovative and impactful efforts to advance equity and justice for all,” said Roz Lee, Vice President of Strategy and Programs at the Ms. Foundation. “Ms. has a strong history of supporting WGOC-led grassroots advocacy and leadership in the South, and is eager to partner with social justice leaders and Southern funders to go deeper.”
The Ms. Foundation will seek to assemble a balanced portfolio of rural, urban, emerging, and established organizations. By advocating for greater investment within the philanthropic community, the organization aims to influence philanthropy to increase giving to women and girls of color by a significant margin.
Pictured: Teresa C. Younger The Ms. Foundation for Women, Brooklyn, New York
Beauty Marks for Girls Awarded: Dabo's All In Foundation
The Dabo's All In Foundation Grantees
We extend our deepest appreciation to The Dabo's All In Foundation for selecting Beauty Marks for Girls as a grantee. The generous grant will allow us to expand our programs, provide essential resources, and create transformative experiences for our mentees.
The impact of this contribution reaches far beyond the financial aspect; it signifies a shared commitment to creating a brighter future for such deserving girls!!
Thank you Dabo and Kathleen Swinney, we couldn't be more overjoyed!
Thank you to our Contributing Partners
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Your support and contributions will enable us to meet our goals and fund our mission. Every $2,500 raised helps us award a college scholarship, removing barriers and providing pathways to success.