What is the College Bound Luncheon & Expo?
We’re excited to invite you to support the 13th Annual College Bound Luncheon (CBL): Wellness & Joy, hosted by Sacramento Sister Circle/Our Rightful Place, on Sunday, June 29, 2025, from 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM at 1442 Del Paso Blvd. Sponsored by SMUD and 1442 on the BLVD/Begetting Events, this celebration honors Black Girls from Greater Sacramento heading to colleges and universities nationwide.
Over the past decade, CBL has uplifted more than 200 young women, many first-generation college students, helping them thrive academically and beyond. Many of our past honorees have gone on to earn advanced degrees and become transformative leaders across a range of industries, with deep roots in community, advocacy, and innovation.
This year, we’re placing a special focus on well-being, self-care, and mental health as essential tools for success, a critical area often overlooked in college preparation. The luncheon will feature wellness practitioners, culturally responsive resources, and community partners who are committed to supporting the holistic development of our scholars.
But we can’t do it alone……We are calling on local organizations, institutions, and allies like you to co-sponsor this impactful event and help us provide:
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Scholarships and care packages
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Culturally responsive wellness resources
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A day of celebration, affirmation, and sisterhood
ORP COLLEGE
BOUND LUNCHEON & WELLNESS RETREAT
2025 EVENT DETAILS
When:
College Bound Luncheon & Wellness Retreat:
In Person Event: Sunday, June 29, 2025 @11 am - 2 pm
Where:
1442 Del Paso Blvd
Sacramento, CA 95815
Who:
This in-person event is for Black/African American Girls, graduating high school senior students preparing to attend 2-year community colleges and 4-year colleges or universities in the fall of 2025.
Ways to Give:
(Note: #CBL2025)
If you would like to be a 2025 Co-Sponsor scroll down this page for the tiers. If you have questions or inquiries for us? Email the Sacramento Sister Circle Planning Team at Christi@orp7.com.
Student Nomination Open Until June 20th:
BECOME A CO-SPONSOR
Supporter
200$Valid for 12 months- Name on Website
Wellness Ally
400$Valid for 12 months- Shared Signage
- Listing on Website
Empowerment Partner
1,000$Valid for 12 months- Table Sponsor
- Logo
- Acknowledgment
Legacy Sponsor
2,500$Valid for 12 months- Social Media Advertising
- Speaking Opportuntiy
- Top Recognition
We'd love to have your partnership in this impactful work....
As a self-funded network of nearly 10,000 Black Women, we rely deeply on the strength of our allies, supporters, and community partners over the years, your generous sponsorship has not only uplifted our mission but also made a lasting impact on the lives of countless young Black Women.
The continued support is more than a donation—it is an investment in the future of Black Women leaders and in the vitality of the broader Sacramento community. It helps ensure that our scholars are seen, supported, and celebrated as they courageously pursue their dreams.
We invite you to stand with us once again—to honor the brilliance of these young women and to help strengthen the foundation they are building for generations to come.
Check out our 2024 College Bound Luncheon
Honorees
#CBL Gallery 2024
#CBL Gallery 2023
I want all the young women and women in your program to understand that it's perfectly fine not to have all the answers. Your path in life is unique, distinct from anyone else’s, so don’t feel pressured to compare or conform. Embrace the challenges of expressing your journey; it’s perfectly normal to find it difficult to articulate your experiences. Through my own journey, I’ve come to understand that every twist and turn, every joy and hardship, serves a purpose.
-Diamond Golden
University: FAMU
CLASS OF 2023
Despite the ups and downs that have come with interacting with so many different groups of people, I have learned many lessons from these interactions that I will take with me on the rest of my journey! Also, while being here I have been able to join a Service Organization where I do service and work with other women who feel strongly about feminism with emphasis on the betterment of women and children.
-Loyola Marymount University
Class of 2023
The second semester proved to be a lot harder. My classes got harder and longer and juggling two jobs and studying constantly was hard. It is still hard but I am getting through it slowly, my grades are still good and I am just learning to juggle all of my work. I started to attend more tutoring and getting the help I really needed.
-Sac State University
Class of 2023
I’ve switched around my major a few times from political science to legal studies to a double major in legal studies and African American Studies and as of now I’m unsure. I worry that I don’t know and also feel somewhat lost as to what kind of career I’m wanting to create for myself. I’m super excited, however, for next year and to feel even more connected to the campus as I navigate the next three years here.
-CAL Berkeley University
Class of 2023
"It’s stressful when everything begins to build up from having multiple classes. It can get hard to not slip behind, and I’ve had to turn some assignments in late as a result. But I’m actively making sure everything gets done at least and pushing myself to do better."
#CBL2023 Student
"It’s important for me to maintain a balance between my academic responsibilities, personal responsibilities, and my mental health. Since the semester has started I have been overwhelmed with my severe workload and number of assignments, however, I have held myself to be more productive and proactive when it comes to my academic success this semester."
#CBL2023 Student
"What I really love about my school is they provide the resources to help students in all areas; mentally, physically, and emotionally. We have mental health days where they cancel classes. There’s always something around camp either near or far. I also found people that I’ve connected with better personally than any of my longtime friends back home."