On Thursday June 26, 2025, the K B S Foundation, Ltd. Continued on its journey to have an “impact” on young men of color. The Foundation went to Xavier High School in New York City to recognize and provide financial support to a deserving senior who will be furthering his academic journey.
Pictured left to right, Foundation Chair, Gregory Stephenson, Jaiden Stewart, Foundation member Bruce Greenidge, Xavier HS Director of Alumni Affairs, Zane Massey
Senior Jaiden Stewart, from the Bedford-Stuyvesant section of Brooklyn, was the team captain for Xavier’s track and field sprinting team. He was the senior class representative to the African American Culture Club. His volunteer activities, included Xavier Missions food pantry and the SS Soccer Academy. He will be an entering freshman in the fall at Brandeis University, in Massachusetts, where he plans to study journalism.
Not limiting the scope of mission to “impact” young men to just high school, the Foundation recognized a young man which had already embarked on his college journey. Ryan Brown, a former student at Xavier High School, is currently enrolled as a sophomore at St. John’s University. While Ryan has had many trials, setbacks and obstacles to overcome, his drive passion and commitment is undeniable. In recognizing Ryan and providing a level of financial support, the Foundation continues to have an “impact”!
Pictured left to right, Foundation Chair Gregory Stephenson, Foundation member Bruce Greenidge, Ryan Brown, Xavier HS Director of Alumni Affairs Zane Massey
Both of these young men were brought to the attention of the Foundation by Xavier High School’s Director of Alumni Affairs, Zane Massey. In his role, Mr. Massey continues to provide guidance and mentorship to young men of color.
The K B S Foundation, Ltd. was proud to recognize both of these young in its continuing mission to “impact” lives.
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