2024

Thurgood Marshall College Fund and Honda partner to award scholarships to HBCU band students

Thurgood Marshall College Fund and Honda have partnered to provide need-based scholarships to band students attending Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). The $500,000 grant was announced today as part of Honda’s long standing commitment to supporting HBCU students. Up to $10,000 will be awarded to 41 students for the 2024-25 academic year to assist with costs associated with […]

Aisha Brown listed as a Social Impact Woman to Watch in 2024

For several years during Women’s History Month, Nonprofit HR has proudly recognized women across North America who have made significant contributions to nonprofits, associations, foundations, social enterprises and the communities they serve. This year, they called on their expanded community to help identify and recognize outstanding women who accomplish the seemingly impossible against all odds. […]

First-Generation Student Ariana Tutwiler’s Incredible Journey to Howard University

Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) carries forth the legacy of Justice Thurgood Marshall strongly believing that where you are born should not determine who you become. Our member schools play a crucial role in shaping the future of our students – helping to break down barriers for those chasing what can often seem impossible. Determined […]

The Dr. N. Joyce Payne Center for Social Justice publishes first volume in new book series

The Dr. N. Joyce Payne Center for Social Justice of the Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) recently published its first volume in The Payne Center Book Series, which focuses on pragmatic policy ideas related to social justice. The first book, titled “Creating New Possibilities for the Future of HBCUs,” provides critical examination of the current contributions and future directions of the […]

Thurgood Marshall College Fund team members focused on strategic planning and realignment in all-staff meeting

Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) employees convened for an all-staff meeting recently to discuss strategic planning and realignment for the organization. Aisha T. Brown, chief financial officer and chief operating officer at TMCF, led the strategic plan initiative and provided an overview of Tyton Partners’ findings and recommendations. Brown also identified pain points within the organization […]

TMCF President and CEO Dr. Harry L. Williams has released the following statement on HBCU and low-income student investments in the second FY 24 Minibus Appropriations Bill

The Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) extends its sincere appreciation to our allies on Capitol Hill who have maintained the $50 million in funding for the HBCU, TCU and MSI Research and Development Grants program despite the program not being funded in the House  appropriations bill and only being funded at $25 million in the […]