CEO Impact Awards
The Thurgood Marshall College Fund CEO Impact Award events are more than an awards celebration — they are a catalyst for change. This prestigious event honors visionary leaders whose contributions drive transformative impact.
Aligned with TMCF’s mission to support and strengthen HBCUs, the awards underscore our commitment to providing scholarships, mentorships, internships and leadership programs that empower the next generation of leaders. Proceeds from the event support our ability to transform lives by creating lasting opportunities, promote excellence in education and advancing equity.
Our Impact
Since 1987, the Thurgood Marshall College Fund has awarded over $500 million in scholarships, internships and programmatic support to students.
Through innovative partnerships, leadership development programs and career-readiness initiatives, TMCF empowers thousands of students annually to achieve academic excellence, secure meaningful employment and become leaders in their communities. By championing equity in education and access to opportunity, TMCF is shaping a brighter future for the next generation.
CEO Impact Award Honorees
Marvin Ellison
Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer
Lowe's Companies, Inc.
Toni Townes-Whitley
Chief Executive Officer
SAIC
Rip Rapson
President and Chief Executive Officer
The Kresge Foundation
Adebayo Ogunlesi
Founding Partner, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Global Infrastructure Partners
Blackrock
Eugene A. Woods
Chief Executive Officer
Advocate Health
Legacy of Impact Award Honorees
Equitable and AllianceBernstein’s Spotlighting Bright Futures Program
Upcoming Dates
CEO Impact Awards
Event Highlights
CEO Impact Awards
New York City 2025
CEO Impact Awards
Detroit 2024
CEO Impact Awards
DC 2024 District of Columbia
CEO Impact Awards
Charlotte 2024
