Moguls in the Making 2021: Ally and the Thurgood Marshall Fund once again join forces to foster entrepreneurship among HBCU students
Award-winning artist, philanthropist Big Sean, the Sean Anderson Foundation and Terrence J lent support as key ambassadors and mentors Third annual business pitch competition featured 50 students competing from 10 historically Black colleges and universities North Carolina A&T State University takes first place; more than $215,000 in scholarships and prizes awarded CHARLOTTE, N.C., Sept. 21, […]
TMCF President and CEO Dr. Harry L. Williams has released the following statement on the current HBCU infrastructure proposal in the reconciliation bill:
“We, at the Thurgood Marshall College Fund, are both surprised at and disappointed with the proposed level and allocation of infrastructure funding for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) contained in the latest draft of the reconciliation bill. At present, the reconciliation bill proposes to allocate only $2 billion in infrastructure funding for HBCUs and […]
Thurgood Marshall College Fund and Capital One Launch Inaugural Class for the Build to Best HBCU Early Talent Program
WASHINGTON, DC (SEPTEMBER 9, 2021) – The Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) today announced the first cohort of students selected to participate in the Capital One Build to Best HBCU Early Talent Program, an integrated program to support students attending TMCF member-schools, which are America’s publicly-supported Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and Predominantly Black […]
BlackRock Partners With the Thurgood Marshall College Fund to Benefit Students at Historically Black Colleges and Universities
Global leaders in technology, financial services and consumer goods will pioneer growth of socially aware money market fund NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–BlackRock announced it will partner with the Thurgood Marshall College Fund (“TMCF”) to support students of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (“HBCUs”) and Predominantly Black Institutions (“PBIs”) in their journey to college and into upwardly-mobile […]
TMCF Announces Sean Perryman as Inaugural Executive Director of Dr. N. Joyce Payne Center for Social Justice
WASHINGTON (SEPTEMBER 8, 2021) – The Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) on Wednesday announced Sean Perryman as the inaugural executive director of The Dr. N. Joyce Payne Center for Social Justice (the “Center”) after an extensive national search. TMCF’s Dr. N. Joyce Payne Center for Social Justice is an interdisciplinary research and action-based center launching […]
Dr. Harry L. Williams on the appointment of Dr. Tony Allen as Chair of the Presidents Board of Advisors on HBCUs
Thurgood Marshall College Fund President & CEO Dr. Harry L. Williams has issued the following statement on the appointment of Dr. Tony Allen as Chair of the Presidents Board of Advisors on HBCUs. I am gratified that President Biden has identified his candidate to serve as the next Chair of the President’s Board of Advisors […]
Wells Fargo Returns as Presenting Sponsor for 2021 Leadership Institute
WASHINGTON (SEPTEMBER 7, 2021) – Wells Fargo will once again serve as the presenting sponsor for the Thurgood Marshall College Fund’s Leadership Institute, the organization’s signature professional development program, TMCF announced today. The 2021 Leadership Institute presented by Wells Fargo will take place virtually on October 18-21. The Institute, now in its 21st year, is […]
Visa Announces Inaugural Class of Visa Black Scholars and Jobs Program
Fifty Students from 19 States and the District of Columbia Will Receive Scholarships and Invitation to Join Visa Full-Time After Graduation SAN FRANCISCO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Visa (NYSE: V), a leading global payments technology company, announced the inaugural class of the Visa Black Scholars and Jobs Program, awarding 50 incoming first-year college students around the country scholarship assistance […]
Honda Delivers 2021 Civic Type R Limited Edition Serial Plate 001 to Sweepstakes Winner; Fan-driven Project Supports the Thurgood Marshall College Fund
Honda Civic Type R Omaze sweepstakes generated over $500,000 in grants to support the Thurgood Marshall College Fund and HBCU students Serial Plate 001 identifies the vehicle as the first U.S. 2021 Civic Type R Limited Edition Winner’s sweepstakes grand prize package included exclusive racetrack drive experience with IndyCar driver, Colton Herta: https://honda.us/TypeRLEOmaze TORRANCE, Calif., […]
HBCUs Take Center Stage at the Salute THEM Awards ‘My HBCU Joy’ Sunday, September 12, 2021 on BNC.TV At 10:00 P.M. ET
Nationally syndicated show pays tribute to the Unique Culture and Contributions of Historically Black Colleges & Universities (HBCUs) WASHINGTON – The role of HBCUs in shaping the growth, development and culture of Black Americans will take center stage for the third installment of the critically acclaimed Salute THEM Awards (STA) series. The Salute THEM Awards […]
Actor Terrence J Hosts Thurgood Marshall College Fund Second Annual Virtual Homecoming Celebration Streaming on AspireTV
#RISEtmcf to Include Musical Performances from Migos, Moneybagg Yo, Sevyn Streeter & Justine Skye WASHINGTON, August 23, 2021 – The Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF), a national organization providing support to publicly-supported Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and Predominantly Black Institutions (PBIs), is continuing to celebrate the long-standing legacy of HBCUs Homecoming with their […]
Hennessy Fellows Program Application Now Open; Thurgood Marshall College Fund Continues its Legacy of Partnership with World-Renowned Spirit Brand
“Hennessy Fellows”, now in its third year, is part of a larger mission to advance pathways toward economic mobility for Black students and intentionally diversify the future work force within corporate America WASHINGTON (AUG. 20, 2021) – The Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) and Hennessy, the world’s best-selling Cognac, announced the opening of applications for […]
Thurgood Marshall College Fund Partners with National HBCUs Alumni Associations Foundation to Promote Minority Voter Engagement
WASHINGTON, DC (AUG. 6, 2021) – The Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) and the National Historically Black Colleges & Universities Alumni Associations Foundation (NHBCUAAF) have announced a new civic engagement initiative among the nation’s Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) to increase voter engagement among underrepresented groups. The goal of this one-year initiative is to […]
The Coach Foundation’s Dream It Real Initiative Announces Commitment To Support 5,000 Students By 2025 – With First-Ever “Dream Week”
As a Dream It Real Fund recipient, a portion of donations raised during Dream Week will be donated to The Thurgood Marshall College Fund. To find your local Coach store visit: www.coach.com/stores. NEW YORK, Aug. 5, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — The Coach Foundation today announces its commitment to support 5,000 students with scholarships through non-profit partners […]
Thurgood Marshall College Fund and ZS Select 17 HBCU Students for Inaugural Fellows Program
WASHINGTON, DC (AUG. 5, 2021) – The Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) and ZS announced today the selection of the inaugural cohort of the newly formed ZS SEED Program. The ZS SEED Fellows are hand selected students from America’s publicly-supported Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and Predominantly Black Institutions (PBIs). The ZS SEED Program […]
Novartis pledges 10-year commitment with Morehouse School of Medicine, 26 Historically Black Colleges, Universities, Medical Schools and other leading organizations to co-create effective, measurable solutions for health equity
Novartis and the Novartis US Foundation to join forces with Thurgood Marshall College Fund, Morehouse School of Medicine, 26 other Historically Black Colleges, Universities and Medical Schools and others to address root causes of disparities in health and education This collaboration will create actionable solutions to target the systemic racism that drives inequitable health outcomes […]
Revature Partners with the Thurgood Marshall College Fund to Provide Technology Career Pathways for HBCU Students
RESTON, VA. JULY 12 – Revature, the largest employer of emerging technology talent in the United States, today announced its partnership with the Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF), the nation’s largest organization exclusively representing the Black College Community. Revature and TMCF will provide pathways to employment in technology positions across the United States for HBCU […]
Business Roundtable Partners with Thurgood Marshall College Fund to Invest in HBCU Students, Develop Diverse Talent Pipeline
Nation’s Leading Employers to Provide Scholarships and Professional Development Opportunities, Increase Workplace Diversity Washington – Today, Business Roundtable and the Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) announced a partnership to invest in students attending Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and develop a pipeline of diverse talent for America’s largest companies. Through the partnership, Business Roundtable […]