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Black Dragon Capital Leads Community Support with 8th Annual SECU MD Foundation Golf Classic

On September 29, 2025, Black Dragon Capital, a prominent global investment firm, announced its role as the sponsor of the 8th Annual SECU Foundation Golf Classic. This prestigious event took place at the beautiful Turf Valley Golf Club in Ellicott City, Maryland, highlighting the firm's commitment to supporting underserved communities throughout the country.

A Commitment to Education

The SECU Foundation Golf Classic aims to provide vital educational and financial resources designed to empower students in Maryland. Through this sponsorship, Black Dragon Capital and its associated nonprofit, For A Bright Future Foundation, are playing a crucial role in helping Marylanders thrive and grow. Proceeds raised from the event benefit the SECU MD Foundation, which has contributed over $1.1 million in scholarships to assist Maryland college students in achieving their educational goals.

Louis Hernandez, Jr., founder and CEO of Black Dragon Capital, has expressed a long-standing passion for community engagement. “Education is the stepping stone to a brighter future, and we want to ensure that every child has access to the necessary resources to thrive,” Hernandez noted. This commitment is reflected in Black Dragon's outreach, particularly via their collaboration with educational initiatives intended to uplift underprivileged youth.

The Heart of Giving Back

Black Dragon Capital is known for its dedication to community development and support for the credit union industry. The company’s involvement with SECU, Maryland's largest credit union, emphasizes their shared goal of improving financial wellness among residents. Additionally, many team members at Black Dragon are actively engaged with For A Bright Future, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that addresses the needs of underrepresented children by providing services in education, healthcare, the arts, and youth leadership.

Furthermore, the firm's advocacy extends to sponsorship of various college scholarship programs, including those designed specifically for military veterans. Their commitment is ongoing, as they regularly support several children’s hospitals, showcasing their dedication to health initiatives. For instance, the recent sponsorship of the 2025 Credit Unions for Kids Northwest Classic Golf Tournament further solidified their ties to children's health advocacy.

The SECU Partnership

The collaboration between Black Dragon Capital and SECU exemplifies efforts to navigate the unique challenges faced by credit unions. SECU plays a vital role in serving over 250,000 members across Maryland without profit motives prioritized. Black Dragon Capital provides strategic insights and technological solutions to enhance SECU's ability to serve its members more effectively. Benson Porter, the FinTech CUSO Chair at Black Dragon, emphasized the impact of such partnerships, noting, “Our aim is to contribute positively to the communities that SECU serves.”

About Black Dragon Capital

Founded over a decade ago by leaders in the financial technology industry, Black Dragon Capital specializes in investments that drive technological disruption within high-growth sectors. With a firm belief in the importance of community focus, the collaborative team at Black Dragon has earned a reputation for successfully transforming companies while strengthening economic stability in the communities they serve. To learn more about their mission and initiatives, visit Black Dragon Capital.

The Mission of For A Bright Future

Louis Hernandez Jr.'s Foundation For A Bright Future focuses on fostering educational opportunities for underprivileged and underrepresented children. Through their various initiatives, they aim to equip children with the tools necessary to realize their dreams and become productive members of society. For more information about their mission, please visit For A Bright Future Foundation.

Understanding SECU

SECU, established as Maryland's largest state-chartered credit union, is committed to serving its members with excellence. They offer numerous locations throughout the state, including 21 financial centers and online services, ensuring that members enjoy convenient financial services. Their mission revolves around putting members first, relying on contributions and community support to drive their initiatives.
More details about SECU can be found at SECU Maryland.

Through strategic partnerships like that with SECU and initiatives like the Annual Golf Classic, Black Dragon Capital is paving the way for impactful community support and showing that investment goes beyond capital—it's about commitment to fostering change for a better future.