PIFFY Award Organization, in partnership with Paterson Black Lives Matter, are committed to empowering youth, supporting educational advancement, and helping students successfully transition into college and continued education programs.

This year, we are proud to launch our 

2026 Future Forward: College Readiness & Essentials Day

 bringing together graduating seniors, returning college students, mentors, educators, and community supporters to help prepare students for higher education success. Participants receive essential dorm, educational, and personal care items while engaging in mentorship, college readiness discussions, encouragement sessions, and resource networking designed to build confidence and support academic achievement.