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SPHINX EDUCATIONAL FUND INC

AZ · EIN 264724408 · $40K rev · operational · www.sphinxeducationalfund.org
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The Sphinx Educational Fund (SEF) empowers minority youth in the Greater Phoenix area through scholarships, mentorship, and health awareness initiatives. Founded in 2004 and inspired by Justice Thurgood Marshall, SEF supports high school seniors pursuing higher education, provides leadership development for boys and young men of color, and promotes men's health through community expos. The organization operates primarily through its annual fundraising brunch and community partnerships.

activities · 8

what they do

direct service · 8
  • Arizona Men’s Health & Wellness Expo
    Hosts the annual Arizona Men’s Health & Wellness Expo to address critical health issues such as prostate cancer and mental health. The organization also recognizes leaders advocating for community health through The Health Civic Leadership Award.
  • Awarding scholarships to youth Targeted Educational Scholarships
    Provides scholarships to high school seniors in the greater Phoenix area to support their pursuit of post-secondary education.
  • Developing Tomorrow’s Leaders Mentorship Program Youth Mentoring Programs
    Operates a mentorship program called "Developing Tomorrow’s Leaders" for boys and young men of color, ages 6-17.
  • Hosting the Arizona Men’s Health & Wellness Expo
    Hosts the Arizona Men’s Health & Wellness Expo to address critical health issues such as prostate cancer and mental health, and provides annual keynote speakers and workshops.
  • Hosting the Thurgood Marshall Scholarship Brunch School Fundraising Campaigns & Events
    Hosts an annual scholarship brunch, which serves as a signature fundraising event to support scholarships and focuses on innovation in business, healthcare, and education.
  • Operating a mentorship program Youth Mentoring Programs
    Operates the "Developing Tomorrow’s Leaders" mentorship program for boys and young men of color, aged 6-17.
  • Celebrates leaders who have made significant contributions to the Greater Phoenix area through an Award of Merit Honoree program and recognizes leaders advocating for community health through The Health Civic Leadership Award.
  • Thurgood Marshall Scholarship Brunch School Fundraising Campaigns & Events
    Hosts an annual Thurgood Marshall Scholarship Brunch, a signature fundraising event, to provide scholarships to high school seniors in the greater Phoenix area pursuing post-secondary education. The event also celebrates leaders who have made significant contributions to the Greater Phoenix area through an Award of Merit Honoree program.
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named programs · 3

what they call their work

Arizona Men’s Health & Wellness Expo
Annual event promoting men's health through education on issues like prostate cancer and mental health, featuring partnerships with Mayo Clinic and local health organizations.
Developing Tomorrow’s Leaders
Mentorship program for boys and young men of color, ages 6–17, focusing on leadership development, emotional intelligence, academic guidance, and community involvement.
Thurgood Marshall Scholarship Brunch
Annual fundraising event that provides financial assistance to high school seniors pursuing post-secondary education, particularly those excelling academically and contributing to their communities.
relationships · 3

who they work with

  • Delta Tau Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Incorporated Partner — Collaborates with SEF in awarding the Thurgood Marshall Scholarship.
  • Mayo Clinic Partner — Partners with Mayo Clinic for health awareness programs.
  • Thurgood Marshall Fund Partner — Collaborates with SEF in awarding the Thurgood Marshall Scholarship.