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“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 […]

Today, July 2, the Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF), honors the legacy of our namesake on his birthday. Born in 1908, Thurgood Marshall was an influential leader of the Civil Rights Movement and the first Black Supreme Court Justice. His contributions helped change American history forever. Denied admission at the University of Maryland Law School, […]

The Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) and its Board of Directors recently hosted the inaugural CEO Impact Awards Breakfast and #HERImpact evening reception in Charlotte to honor the influence and actions of two outstanding role models to the Black collegiate community. The events raised nearly $300,000 to support deserving students. The #HERImpact reception honored Zandra Sue Johnson […]

The Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) hosted a successful DevCon regional event, presented by Medtronic, from June 19-22 in Atlanta. Organized and hosted by TMCF and TMCF Ventures, DevCon is a four-day regional conference centered on professional development for college freshmen and sophomores from public and private historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs). DevCon equips […]

Underrepresented students pursuing higher education across the country have sought more inclusive experiences in recent years, foregoing Ivy League institutions and other PWIs. While undergraduate enrollment nationwide has dropped since the pandemic, applications at HBCUs have increased nearly 30%. Research has clearly demonstrated the effects of unmet financial need, higher among underrepresented minority and low-income […]

Kamina Griffin, a Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) scholar and Innovation and Entrepreneur (I&E) Studentpreneur recently launched SECURE, an app that uses the power of AI technology to help find tailored scholarships, craft the perfect class schedule and provide other resources and guidance to support students throughout their academic journey. Griffin is a rising junior […]

“We, at the Thurgood Marshall College Fund, are immensely concerned by the cuts proposed in the Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, and related agencies (Labor-H) FY-25 Appropriations Bill by the House majority. The proposed bill takes the extreme measure of cutting the funding in half for both the Federal Supplemental Equal Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) program and […]

Donations from purchases drive impactful financial and professional support for the Black College Community and students attending publicly supported HBCUs. Chipotle Mexican Grill has partnered with Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) to drive real, meaningful change for the Black college community and students attending publicly supported HBCUs. From June 17 to June 30, guests in the United States can round-up […]

Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) recently boosted its already stellar Charity Navigator rating to 99% from 96% in November 2023. Charity Navigator, the leading non-profit accountability group, updates ratings multiple times per year, with the most recent release earlier this month. TMCF has consistently achieved the highest rating of four stars since 2014. The overall score is calculated […]

On Thursday, June 13, the Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) will honor Lowe’s chairman and CEO Marvin Ellison with the TMCF CEO Impact Award. Ellison will be recognized during the inaugural CEO Impact fundraising breakfast at 8:30 a.m. at the Lowe’s Tech Hub in Charlotte, North Carolina. TMCF is proud to recognize Ellison for his dedication […]

In May of 1954, the U.S. Supreme Court delivered the opinion on Brown v. Board of Education, concluding separate educational facilities for Black and white students were inherently unequal. Thurgood Marshall, whose name the Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) rests, argued the case along with the NAACP Legal Defense and Education Fund.  While the task of desegregating schools was […]

Experience an impact-driven evening of meaningful connections, community engagement, and entertainment at the Thurgood Marshall College Fund Impact Now: #HERImpact Evening Reception June 12, 6 – 9 p.m. at the Harvey B. Gantt Center in Charlotte, North Carolina. The event will honor Zandra Sue Johnson for her impact and trailblazing spirit of community activism. Tickets […]

ATLANTA, GEORGIA – MAY 27, 2024 – The 6th annual Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) the PITCH awarded the top two winning teams with over $55,000 in scholarships this past week in front of a packed house at the Coca-Cola headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia to further provide access and opportunity to Historically Black College and […]