✨Important Announcement!✨ It has been the ride of a lifetime to watch Black girls dive deep into exploration, confidence, and laughter for over 10 years. It is with this immense joy that we announce the closing of beGirl.world Global Scholars. We came to this decision together, after deep reflection & conversations with friends, family, mentors and our impeccable Board of Directors. We are proud of all that was accomplished in a decade. Here’s some (but not all) of our greatest hits: • Providing over $20,000 in scholarships to Black women in college who were studying abroad • Providing over 120 passports to Black girls • Taking Black girls to countries like England, Spain, France and Portugal • Watching beGirl.world alumni take on the world with global jobs, study abroad and personal travels • Article features in Forbes, Airbnb, Netflix, Travelnoire and Washington Post • Featured with Michelle Obama in her documentary, Becoming • Being on the Tamron Hall Show The truth is that the landscape of travel has changed, funding is challenging and we have grown as individuals. We would do it all over again if it meant changing the lives of so many, as well as our own. We remain united as friends, Philly girls and co-founders in continuing to support Black people in their wanderlust. We thank every single one of you who supported us through this journey. The love has been incredible and unforgettable. From staff (past and present), donors, parents, mentors and board - we couldn’t have done this without you. But above all, at the center of our universe is our girls, who are now all grown women. We love you so very much. You have changed us and it has been our honor to watch you grow professionally and personally. You make us so proud. We are thankful and so very honored to have been part of your journey. The beGirl.world commitment of community will live on through the generous donations to She Is Focused, Teens of Color Abroad, Philly Youth and Sister2Sister Connection. We are thankful. We’ll catch you somewhere in the world and toast to all that was and all there is to be. Forever, Marcella & Deesha #raiseagirlwhotravels (fb)

After an incredible journey exploring Portugal with our amazing beGirls, we’re taking a little break. We’ll be back soon with more exciting updates. Thank you all for following along—stay tuned for what’s next! #beGirlWorld #RaiseAGirlWhotravels #RestAndRecharge #MoreToCome (fb)