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Annually, TBLF recognizes and celebrates Texas Youth and Texas trailblazing individuals whose influence spans Athletics, Officiating, Coaching, and Sports Administration.

Annually, TBLF recognizes and celebrates Texas Youth and Texas trailblazing individuals whose influence spans Athletics, Officiating, Coaching, and Sports Administration.

These TBLF Honorees are more than accomplished professionals—they are cultural icons, community builders, and standard-bearers of excellence and service. Their lives reflect a legacy of perseverance, leadership, and a passion for paving the way for others—transforming recognition into action, and legacy into opportunity.

Through this recognition, TBLF does more than honor the past—it builds a bridge to the future. Honorees are thoughtfully integrated into the Foundation’s student support ecosystem, serving as coaches, advisors, role models and professional resources.

Their stories of triumph, resilience, and service become real-life blueprints for scholarship recipients, many of whom are navigating similar paths in pursuit of careers in the sports industry. Their involvement breathes life into the Foundation’s mission to—Provide need-based scholarships & support services to Students exploring a career in the world of Athletics.

TBLF is committed to shaping the next generation of sports professionals. Through these integrated efforts, the Texas Black Legacy Foundation serves as both a guardian of history and a catalyst for progress—elevating the voices of the past to empower the leaders of tomorrow.

About Us

The Texas Relays are a vital and integral part of Texas sports. While the sports industry continues to flourish economically, there is a need to explore more opportunities that leverage the full value of diversity. In May 2022, a coalition of local community champions united to uplift Texas students from underserved communities who are passionate about sports-related studies. And preserve the rich legacy of Texans who have impacted the world of sports and invest in serving underserved communities.

The Texas Black Legacy Foundation (TBLF) emerged from a series of collaborative conversations in the fall of 2022. TBLF’s mission is to empower deserving students from underserved communities with need-based scholarships tailored for those dedicated to sports-related studies or careers. Beyond need-based scholarships, TBLF provides holistic wrap-around support services through Community Partners, including wellness initiatives, job training, and financial literacy programs. Forging partnerships with Texas businesses and organizations opens doors to valuable internships, ensuring that these students have an opportunity to explore and thrive in competitive careers related to the world of sports.

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Community Partners

Embrace the power to shape individual destinies and know that your partnership transcends mere sponsorships. It is a cornerstone, a conduit that changes lives, provides mentorship, and guidance to sculpt raw potential into triumph.

Imagine co-authoring a narrative where barriers yield opportunities and challenges become foundations for growth. Your support can become a beacon of light for young Texas students, help build a future where every victory is a collective testament to the transformative impact of unwavering belief and communal support.

Together, we can intertwine our stories where your generosity acts as a catalyst for change, weaving a tapestry of success where every achieved success story is a victory for the community. Your collaboration is not just a contribution; it is the opening chapter to a journey of empowerment, resilience, and collective achievement–against all odds.

Join us in this partnership where your benevolence harmonizes with our mission, shaping a world of students to stride toward greatness–regardless of background or experience. Again, your involvement is not just an offering; it is the prologue to a tale of shared empowerment and celebration of every triumph. This is a testament to the strength of unified collaboration!

TBLF Board Members

 

Darrell W. Pierce

Chair

Darrell Pierce has worked for IBM, Motorola, and the State of Texas. He currently serves as CEO of SNAP Management Group Inc. and is Vice Chair for the City of Austin Urban Renewal Board. 

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Molly J. Rivera

Molly Jenean Rivera, a native of Monroe, Georgia is the Chief Operations Officer (COO) for iBridge Group. She has been with iBridge Group since 2009.

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Gregory L. Smith

Treasurer

Greg Smith managed the community development programs for nearly eighteen years with the City of Austin. He was responsible for the implementation of the East 11th and 12th Street Redevelopment Program.

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Natasha Livingston

Community Outreach

Natasha Livingston is the Community Outreach Strategist with Prosperity Bank covering Houston& South-Central TX.
She has illustrated leadership and expertise in the industry since

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TianEn Stephenson

TianEn Stephenson is a Design and Digital Products Senior Manager within Accenture Song. Based in Dallas, Texas, she serves as an expert in product management, strategy and execution.

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Contact Us

Your voice holds the power to amplify dreams and sculpt destinies. Together, let’s script a narrative of empowerment, resilience, and collective triumph.

Contact us today and become a part of this transformative journey.

512-469-1705

contact@texasblf.org

901 East 12th Street, Austin Texas 78702