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We empower HBCU students, faculty, and staff to develop innovative smart city solutions that address real-world challenges in their communities.
Our Impact in Numbers
Here are the key statistics from the program, highlighting the success and impact of our initiatives over the past year.
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Number of Cities
Empowering Excellence
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Partner with us to bridge opportunity gaps and drive innovation. Join us in making a difference.
Support a Student.
We have the following Impact on HBCU students:
Sponsoring the HBCU Smart Cities Program is a commitment to empowering HBCU students to become leaders in urban and rural innovation. Our program transforms futures and communities. Your contribution fuels hands-on learning in cutting-edge technologies, connects students with industry mentors, and launches careers in smart city development. By supporting us, you're not just funding education – you're bridging the tech diversity gap, fostering entrepreneurship, and ensuring equitable urban solutions. Help HBCU talent shine on a global stage, driving inclusive innovation that shapes tomorrow's cities. Your investment creates a ripple effect, empowering students to uplift their communities and redefine the future of smart city technology..
Support a City.
We have the following Impact on Cities:
Sponsoring the HBCU Smart Cities Challenge is an investment in cities partnering with local institutions to gain a competitive edge in urban and rural innovation. They tap into fresh, diverse talent to solve pressing issues, expanding their capacity for smart solutions. Our program helps cities implement cutting-edge technologies, enhancing digital infrastructure and operational efficiency. This collaboration fosters stronger community engagement, particularly with local HBCU populations. Cities benefit from cost-effective, data-driven solutions while developing a pipeline of skilled tech talent. The challenge elevates a city's reputation as an innovation hub, attracting investment and advancing sustainable urban development for improved quality of life.
Contribute to the impact in HBCUs. Discover Our Packages
We proudly collaborate with cities and towns committed to innovative, sustainable development. Explore our scholarship and sponsorship packages designed to support smart city initiatives in both urban and rural communities.
Sponsorship
Package 1
HBCU Team Platinum Scholarship $15,000
- Keynote speaking opportunity at the program's events
- Personalized video feature for the sponsor
- Workshops for student teams
- Blog feature highlighting the sponsored teams
- Opportunity for students to use the sponsor's product
- Access to partner cities for student projects
- Prominent brand exposure
- Access to student talent
Sponsorship
Package 2
Individual Scholarships
- Women in STEM Scholarships for $1,000 each
- Alumni Scholarships for $1,000 each
- Community Scholarship for $1,000 each
- Problem Specific Scholarship for $1,000
- Tech Scholarship for $1,000
Sponsorship
Package 3
Sponsor a Fellow Scholarship $3,000
- Sponsor a student fellow to participate in the program
- Includes field trip pooprtunities for the sponsored fellow
- Fellow stipend for participation
- Travel and hotel accomodations for the fellow to attend the program Showcase event
Fellow’s Projects
Impact on Cities
We impact students through education, internships, and career pathways in cities and communities across North Carolina. Discover our success and read inspiring quotes from beneficiaries.
Morrisville’s Mobility Challenge
Navigating Through Congestion
In Morrisville, North Carolina, the crossroads of population growth, bustling train tracks, and the proximity to RDU International Airport converge to create a perfect storm of traffic congestion. This has led to significant mobility challenges within the community, manifesting in persistent traffic delays that impact the daily lives of residents and visitors alike.
Developed Solutions
Real-time alerts for city officials via mobile or web app.
Insights to make traffic signal timing adjustments and other related decisions.
Immediate digital signage updates for route optimization.
Create a sense of community through Walkways & Bike paths
Morrisville Built In Environment
Redefining urban mobility with a smart, accessible transportation network. Our strategy is to boost the Morrisville Smart City Shuttle App and simultaneously promote greenway usage for seamless, sustainable travel.
Developed Solutions
Instantly book rides at strategic locations, integrating seamlessly with existing transit and greenways
Explore and access greenways easily, promoting eco-friendly travel and recreation.
Access comprehensive info on transit stops to plan your journey efficiently.
Discover nearby attractions and places of interest, enhancing your city experience.
Rock Mount's Transporation Challenge
Transforming Transportation in Rocky Mount.
In Rocky Mount, citizens are faced with transportation challenges that have created grey zones with limited access to busing, poor productivity, and inefficient transit rooutes. The Team MoveMount proposed the following microtransit solution.
Developed Solutions
Uniform payment system.
Real-time rerouting & ride scheduling
Multimodal transport options.
