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The Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) announced a total investment of $120 million by philanthropist MacKenzie Scott since 2020. Scott invested a staggering $50 million unrestricted gift in 2020, while following up with a $70 million unrestricted gift in September.  “We didn’t initially disclose the amounts but we are moved to speak to her strong […]

The Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) recently partnered with New Testament Gospel Worldwide Ministries (NTG), r4 Technologies and Sharing Excess for NTG’s 7th-annual turkey, clothing and gas giveaway in the Atlanta area.  Together the giveaway resulted in the distribution of 2,600 turkeys and 6,000 pounds of produce, gasoline and essential clothing to more than 10,000 […]

Elizabeth City State University (ECSU) junior Jasmine Jackson says the Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) not only shaped her professional growth but also inspired her to step into leadership, ultimately motivating her to run for student body president.  “TMCF is an all-inclusive platform for students,” Jackson said. “It has helped me with my finances, resources, […]

After a concussion left her uncertain about her future, Lincoln University of Pennsylvania (Lincoln University) senior Chloe Foster found renewed confidence and clarity through the  Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF). With that support, she has grown into a strong campus leader while balancing athletics, academics and public speaking.  “Freshman year was tough,” she said. “I […]

TM² Executive Search (TM²), the executive search firm of the Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF), recently added a new senior consultant to its team.  Dr. Felecia Commodore recently joined TM² to provide strategic guidance and leverage deep expertise in higher education governance.   Commodore brings a distinguished background in higher education leadership, organizational behavior and governance […]

The Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) has at least 20 member schools with increased enrollment for the fall 2025 semester. Additional institutions may report positive growth as reports are finalized. Historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) have experienced growth over the past several years.  “At TMCF, we know that an HBCU education remains one of […]

The Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) is serving as a sponsor of the New Testament Gospel Worldwide Ministries (NTG) 7th-annual turkey, clothing and gas giveaway on Nov. 22 in Rex, Georgia.   NTG is partnering with r4 Technologies to host this event. In partnership with volunteers and community partners, the drive will provide more than 2,000 […]

The second-ever Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) Workforce Development Summit came to a close in Birmingham, Alabama with a call to action from TMCF President & CEO Dr. Harry L. Williams.  “Everything you’re working for, you’re going to get it,” Dr. Williams said in the closing ceremony.  “Not only are you going to achieve that, […]

A Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) scholar from Gadsden State Community College attending the Workforce Development Summit had her world altered when her aunt passed away her senior year of high school.  TaNasia Swain, a freshman studying diagnostic medical sonography, said she’s always leaned on her family.  “Family has always been the foundation of my […]

Day two of the Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) Workforce Development Summit brought corporate partners and scholars together for enlightening plenaries about preparing for success.  To begin the day, TMCF Chief Programs Officer Tamara Thompson talked to students about embracing discomfort.  “Getting uncomfortable means that you’re getting yourself out of your comfort zone,” Thompson said. […]

The first day of the Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) Workforce Development Summit set the tone for the next several days. The summit is designed to connect forward-thinking industry partners with work-ready talent from historically Black community colleges (HBCCs). Students attended the Ensuring Our Democracy session, hosted by the Birmingham chapter of The Links. They […]

One Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) scholar attending the Workforce Development Summit recently graduated from high school and will finish his associate degree in January thanks to dual enrollment courses.  Miles Fullilove, a sophomore at Trenholm State Community College, will begin his second degree in computer information systems upon earning his associate degree. Fullilove will […]

The Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) is serving as a sponsor of the New Testament Gospel Worldwide Ministries (NTG) 7th-annual turkey, clothing and gas giveaway on Nov. 22 in Rex, Georgia.   NTG is partnering with r4 Technologies to host this event. In partnership with volunteers and community partners, the drive will provide more than 2,000 […]

One Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) scholar hopes to turn her criminal justice education into a meaningful career that aligns with her passion for making a positive impact in her community.  Bishop State Community College sophomore Corian Evans said she’d love to work in a role where she can influence policy or contribute to community […]

The Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) and Hennessy recently announced the seventh cohort of the Hennessy Fellows Program, a select group of high-achieving graduate students from historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs).  Designed to prepare the next generation of executive leaders, the program provides students with unparalleled access to executive coaching, corporate immersion and financial […]

For Norfolk State University (Norfolk State) student A’lauren Gilchrist, the Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) turned a dream into reality and then went above and beyond to make it happen.  The aspiring reporter and broadcast journalist recently had the opportunity to shadow TMCF staff during the organization’s annual Leadership Institute, working hands-on with the media […]

Tennessee State University (TSU) senior Christopher Brown says the Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) didn’t just help him dream, it helped him to achieve.  “I always believed I could reach my goals,” Brown said. “But TMCF allowed me to actually touch them.”  Brown, a graduating senior and TMCF yard ambassador, has earned an internship and […]

Headlines in recent weeks have indicated a flurry of philanthropic activity from a well-known donor: MacKenzie Scott. More than $300 million was invested by Scott to the historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) community. Alabama State University, Alcorn State University, Clark Atlanta University, Howard University, Morgan State University, Spelman College, University of Maryland Eastern Shore […]