:root {
–navy: #0B1F3B;
–gold: #F5B301;
–offwhite: #F7F7F7;
–text: #222222;
}
body {
color: var(–text);
line-height: 1.6;
}
/* Buttons */
.btn {
display: inline-block;
padding: 0.75rem 1.8rem;
border-radius: 999px;
font-weight: 600;
border: 2px solid transparent;
cursor: pointer;
text-align: center;
font-size: 0.95rem;
}
.btn-primary {
background: var(–gold);
color: #000;
}
.btn-outline {
background: transparent;
border-color: #ffffff;
color: #ffffff;
}
/* HERO */
.hero {
background: radial-gradient(circle at top left, #133366, #050917);
color: #ffffff;
padding: 4rem 1.5rem 3rem;
}
.hero-inner {
max-width: 1200px;
margin: 0 auto;
display: grid;
grid-template-columns: minmax(0, 1.2fr) minmax(0, 1fr);
gap: 3rem;
align-items: center;
}
.hero-eyebrow {
text-transform: uppercase;
letter-spacing: 0.16em;
font-size: 0.8rem;
opacity: 0.8;
margin-bottom: 0.5rem;
}
.hero-title {
font-size: clamp(2.6rem, 4vw, 3.5rem);
font-weight: 800;
line-height: 1.05;
margin: 0 0 1rem;
}
.hero-sub {
max-width: 30rem;
margin-bottom: 1.5rem;
font-size: 1rem;
opacity: 0.95;
}
.hero-buttons {
display: flex;
flex-wrap: wrap;
gap: 0.75rem;
}
.hero-image {
border-radius: 1.5rem;
overflow: hidden;
min-height: 240px;
background-size: cover;
background-position: center;
background-image: url(‘
https://via.placeholder.com/800×500?text=Trailblazers+Scholars’ ;);
box-shadow: 0 18px 40px rgba(0,0,0,0.5);
}
/* IMPACT */
.impact {
max-width: 1200px;
margin: 0 auto;
padding: 2.5rem 1.5rem 2rem;
}
.section-label {
text-transform: uppercase;
letter-spacing: 0.12em;
font-size: 0.8rem;
color: #666;
margin-bottom: 0.4rem;
}
.section-title {
font-size: 1.8rem;
font-weight: 800;
margin: 0 0 1.5rem;
color: var(–navy);
}
.impact-grid {
display: grid;
grid-template-columns: repeat(4, minmax(0, 1fr));
gap: 1.5rem;
}
.impact-card {
padding: 1.25rem 1.25rem 1.4rem;
border-radius: 1rem;
background: var(–offwhite);
}
.impact-number {
font-size: 1.6rem;
font-weight: 800;
color: var(–navy);
margin-bottom: 0.35rem;
}
.impact-label {
font-size: 0.9rem;
color: #555;
}
/* BAND SECTIONS */
.band {
background: var(–offwhite);
padding: 3rem 1.5rem;
}
.band-inner {
max-width: 1200px;
margin: 0 auto;
}
/* CARDS */
.cards-grid {
display: grid;
grid-template-columns: repeat(3, minmax(0, 1fr));
gap: 1.75rem;
margin-top: 1.5rem;
}
.card {
background: #ffffff;
border-radius: 1rem;
box-shadow: 0 6px 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.06);
overflow: hidden;
display: flex;
flex-direction: column;
}
.card-image {
height: 160px;
background-size: cover;
background-position: center;
}
.card-body {
padding: 1.1rem 1.25rem 1.3rem;
display: flex;
flex-direction: column;
gap: 0.4rem;
}
.card-date {
font-size: 0.8rem;
color: #777;
text-transform: uppercase;
letter-spacing: 0.08em;
}
.card-title {
font-size: 1rem;
font-weight: 700;
color: var(–navy);
}
.card-excerpt {
font-size: 0.9rem;
color: #555;
flex: 1;
}
.card-link {
font-size: 0.9rem;
font-weight: 600;
color: var(–navy);
margin-top: 0.4rem;
}
/* SPLIT SECTIONS */
.split {
max-width: 1200px;
margin: 0 auto;
padding: 2.5rem 1.5rem;
display: grid;
grid-template-columns: minmax(0, 1.1fr) minmax(0, 1fr);
gap: 3rem;
align-items: center;
}
.split-image {
border-radius: 1.5rem;
min-height: 260px;
background-size: cover;
background-position: center;
box-shadow: 0 14px 30px rgba(0,0,0,0.18);
}
.pill {
display: inline-block;
padding: 0.25rem 0.75rem;
border-radius: 999px;
background: rgba(11, 31, 59, 0.06);
font-size: 0.8rem;
text-transform: uppercase;
letter-spacing: 0.12em;
margin-bottom: 0.5rem;
}
.split-title {
font-size: 1.8rem;
font-weight: 800;
margin: 0 0 0.75rem;
color: var(–navy);
}
.split-text {
margin-bottom: 1.25rem;
color: #444;
max-width: 32rem;
}
.feature-list {
display: grid;
gap: 0.75rem;
margin-bottom: 1.5rem;
padding: 0;
list-style: none;
}
.feature-list li::before {
content: “• “;
color: var(–gold);
font-weight: 900;
}
/* CTA */
.cta {
background: var(–navy);
color: #ffffff;
padding: 3rem 1.5rem;
text-align: center;
}
.cta-inner {
max-width: 720px;
margin: 0 auto;
}
.cta-title {
font-size: 2rem;
font-weight: 800;
margin: 0 0 0.6rem;
}
.cta-text {
margin-bottom: 1.5rem;
font-size: 0.98rem;
}
/* TESTIMONIALS */
.testimonials {
max-width: 1200px;
margin: 0 auto;
padding: 3rem 1.5rem;
display: grid;
grid-template-columns: minmax(0, 1.2fr) minmax(0, 0.8fr);
gap: 2.5rem;
}
.quotes {
display: grid;
gap: 1.25rem;
}
.quote-card {
border-left: 4px solid var(–gold);
padding: 0.75rem 1.1rem;
background: #ffffff;
border-radius: 0.75rem;
box-shadow: 0 4px 12px rgba(0,0,0,0.04);
}
.quote-text {
font-style: italic;
font-size: 0.95rem;
}
.quote-name {
margin-top: 0.5rem;
font-size: 0.9rem;
font-weight: 600;
color: var(–navy);
}
/* NEWSLETTER */
.newsletter-box {
background: var(–offwhite);
border-radius: 1rem;
padding: 1.8rem 1.5rem;
}
.newsletter-input {
flex: 1 1 200px;
min-width: 0;
padding: 0.7rem 0.9rem;
border-radius: 999px;
border: 1px solid #ccc;
font-size: 0.95rem;
}
.newsletter-form {
display: flex;
flex-wrap: wrap;
gap: 0.75rem;
}
/* RESPONSIVE */
@media (max-width: 900px) {
.hero-inner,
.split,
.testimonials {
grid-template-columns: 1fr;
}
.impact-grid,
.cards-grid {
grid-template-columns: repeat(2, 1fr);
}
}
@media (max-width: 640px) {
.impact-grid,
.cards-grid {
grid-template-columns: 1fr;
}
.hero-title {
font-size: 2.2rem;
}
}
Trailblazers Impact Foundation
Empowering Communities. Building Futures.
We provide scholarships, mentoring, and community programs that open doors for students and families across Davidson County and beyond.
Our Impact
Changing Lives Through Opportunity
$25,000+
in scholarships awarded to local students
15
students supported through mentoring & programs
3
communities served in Lexington, Thomasville & High Point
2021
year the Trailblazers Impact Foundation was established
Latest News
What’s Happening at TIF
Get the latest on scholarships, events, and community programs.
October 1, 2026
Now Accepting Applications for 2027 Scholarships
Our annual scholarship cycle is now open for graduating seniors in Davidson County.
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September 15, 2026
Trailblazers Honors Class of 2026 Scholars
Celebrating students who are blazing new trails in college and career.
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August 20, 2026
Community Partners Expand Support for TIF Programs
Local businesses and organizations are stepping up to invest in our youth.
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Scholarships
Scholarships That Change Trajectories
Trailblazers Impact Foundation provides need-based and merit scholarships for students pursuing higher education. We partner with local schools to identify promising students who are ready to take the next step.
Scholarships for graduating seniors in Davidson County
Support for two- and four-year colleges and trade programs
Application workshops and essay support
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Events
Upcoming Events
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May 16–17, 2027 • Thomasville, NC
Vine & Vibes Scholarship Weekend
A weekend of celebration and fundraising to support scholarships for local students.
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April 2027 • Lexington, NC
Spring Scholarship Reception
Honoring our newest class of Trailblazers scholars and their families.
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Year-Round
Community Service & Youth Programs
Mentoring, workshops, and service projects driven by our volunteers and partners.
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About Trailblazers Impact Foundation
Rooted in Service, Focused on the Future
The Trailblazers Impact Foundation, Inc. is the philanthropic arm of the “Trailblazing” Tau Epsilon Sigma Alumni Chapter of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. We are committed to education, empowerment, and equity for youth and families in Lexington, Thomasville, High Point, and surrounding communities.
Through scholarships, mentoring, and strategic partnerships, we are building a legacy of opportunity for generations to come.
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