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NCCU Creators Fund
Also known as: Creators Fund
North Carolina Central University · Durham, North Carolina
The NCCU Creators Fund is an alumni-funded initiative launched in August 2025 to invest directly in NCCU students pursuing creative entrepreneurial paths. Founded by alumni Austin Henley (08), Pierre Davis (09), and DeAndres Royal (10), the fund awards up to $10,000 annually for three years to support ventures in fashion, media, technology, art, and digital content.
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Application
Periodic
Institution Wide
Last activity
2026-06-26
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Key Details
- Annual amount: Up to $10,000
- Duration: Three years (2025-2028)
- Total commitment: $30,000
- Founders: Austin Henley (08), Pierre Davis (09), DeAndres Royal (10)
- Areas: Fashion, media, technology, art, digital content
- Legacy: Inspired by NCCU creator legacies (André Leon Talley, 9th Wonder, Sunshine Anderson)
- Future plans: Expand to mentorship, symposiums, collaborative opportunities
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