2024

“No presidential administration in our nation’s history has been more intentional about investing in HBCUs than the Biden administration. Over the course of the past three-and-a-half years, through the work of the Biden administration with the support of Congress, HBCUs have seen tremendous progress as it relates to increases in Title III discretionary funding, which […]

The following is a statement from Thurgood Marshall College Fund(TMCF) President & CEO Dr. Harry L. Williams:  Today we mourn the loss of a longtime supporter of historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs), TMCF and Black Americans in general, Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee.  Her more than 30 years in Congress is a case study in fighting for […]

Its fiscal year 2023 audit shows Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) improved its financial position. TMCF’s fiscal year begins Jan. 1 and ends Dec. 31.  “I’m proud of our CFO Aisha T. Brown, the finance team and all TMCF staff for ensuring a smooth audit in FY23,” Dr. Harry L. Williams, president & CEO of TMCF, said. “Our financial position […]

The Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) began a campaign to help students complete the new Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form. The rollout of the Better FAFSA, which aims to simplify the intricate process of allowing students to apply for federal student aid such as grants, work-study funds, and loans, has created unintentional […]

Charity Navigator, the nation’s largest and most influential nonprofit evaluator, has named Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) as a nominee in the super-sized organization category in the 2024 Community Choice Awards. The announcement was made on July 8. The nomination comes as a result of TMCF’s outstanding achievements, having attained a prestigious four-star rating and […]

Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) President & CEO Dr. Harry L. Williams is forging full speed ahead this summer, focusing on connecting and engaging with high school students and member schools. “Speaking to prospective high school students about the possibilities ahead of them and cultivating deeper partnerships with our member schools is important and gratifying work,” Dr. Williams […]