This was the concluding panel of the symposium “Prospects for Black America: The Moynihan Report Turns 50,” held at the National Press Club to mark the 50th anniversary of then-Assistant Labor Secretary Daniel Patrick Moynihan’s study on the causes of black poverty in America.
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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, […]