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Tennis Champion Coco Gauff Gifts UNCF $100,000 for Scholarships to Support HBCU Students Playing Competitive Tennis (Updated)
Gauff is now one of the youngest major gift donors in UNCF’s 80-year history
Tennis Champion Coco Gauff Gifts UNCF $100,000 for Scholarships to Support HBCU Students Playing Competitive Tennis
Gauff is now one of the youngest major gift donors in UNCF’s 80-year history
NBA Star Chris Paul to be Honored at Inaugural UNCF Triad "A Mind Is..."® Gala in Winston-Salem
Dr. David Zaas and Rev. Dr. Frank K. Thomas to serve as gala chairs of the signature fundraiser benefiting deserving Triad students and HBCUs
UNCF to host 2025 “A Mind Is…”® New York Gala Updated
Signature fundraiser benefiting HBCUs and deserving students will honor exceptional champions for their inspiring contributions to education and community
UNCF to host 2025 “A Mind Is…”® New York Gala
Signature fundraiser benefiting HBCUs and deserving students will honor exceptional champions for their inspiring contributions to education and community
All HBCUs and PBIs Invited to Participate in Unprecedented Summit on Future of Black Education
For the first time, representatives from every Black college in the nation offered complimentary access to UNITE Summit
UNCF Statement on President Jimmy Carter
Washington, DC, Dec. 30, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- We deeply mourn the passing of our nation’s 39th President, Jimmy Carter.
UNCF Holds First Meeting with Department of Education Secretary-Designate Linda McMahon
The organization focused on HBCU advancement called the talks ‘productive’
UNCF Announces Voter Mobilization Effort Ahead of 2024 Election, Calling on Voters to Support HBCUs at the Ballot Box
Nonpartisan Campaign Highlights Opportunity for Voters to Secure the Future of America's Historically Black Institutions
UNCF Unveils 2024 HBCU Economic Impact Report Highlighting the Unmatched Contributions and Urgent Funding Needs of HBCUs
New report reveals $16.5 billion in economic impact and calls for immediate action to secure the future of America's Black higher education institutions
UNCF Celebrating its 80th Anniversary, Aiming to Raise $2M with the Walk for Education Series in 19 Cities Across America to Support HBCUs and their Students
Funds directly support UNCF’s mission to help underrepresented students get to and through college
In Pivotal Moment for the Nation, Top Government, Industry and Philanthropic Leaders Convene to Discuss Future of HBCUs
Speeches on Black education to be delivered by US Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Michael S.Regan, Pulitzer Prize Winner Nikole Hannah Jones, Xerox CEO Steven Bandrowczak and Blue Meridian Partners President Jim Shelton
UNCF Hosting 3rd Annual UNITE Summit for Black Higher Education
Focusing on innovation and collaboration to achieve greater outcomes for HBCUs and PBIs
UNCF President and CEO Dr. Michael L. Lomax Receives Honorary Doctorate from Morehouse College
President Biden delivers commencement address and the contributions of UNCF and HBCUs are highlighted during the ceremony
UNCF Senior VP Recognized by Washingtonian Magazine for the 4th Year Running
Lodriguez Murray honored to be on the magazine’s “Most Influential” list
Teacher Appreciation Week Kicks Off With New UNCF Study Finding Black Parents and Caregivers Report Better Outcomes When There are More Black Teachers at School
Black parents and caregivers report higher college aspirations for their child and fewer school suspensions when there are more Black teachers at their child’s school compared to schools with few or no Black teachers
Teacher Appreciation Week Kicks Off With New UNCF Study Finding Black Parents and Caregivers Report Better Outcomes When There are More Black Teachers at School
Black parents and caregivers report higher college aspirations for their child and fewer school suspensions when there are more Black teachers at their child’s school compared to schools with few or no Black teachers
UNCF Celebrates 80 Years of Empowering Students and Transforming Lives
More than 500,000 students helped to realize their college dreams
UNCF Announces Promotion of Monique LeNoir to Vice President, Branding, Marketing and Communications
Veteran communications professional who previously served as UNCF national communications director
It’s That Time Of Year: UNCF’s Version of March Madness—Seven Events in Four Days, Coast-To-Coast
Raising funds to support HBCUs and their students
UNCF Report Creates Blueprint to Activate HBCU Leadership in Climate Change and Sustainability
Eight-part framework to develop foundational understanding of current climate and sustainability practices at HBCUs
UNCF to host MLK Day Observances
Local offices honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
UNCF Receives $100 Million Grant from Lilly Endowment Inc. to Support Capital Campaign
UNCF’s bold $1 billion campaign will enhance endowments at HBCUs
NEW YORK MAYOR ADAMS PRESENTS SHINE A LIGHT’S CIVIC COURAGE AWARD FOR COMMUNITY BUILDING TO DR. MICHAEL LOMAX AND EBONI WILLIAMS FOR WORK COMBATTING HATE AND ANTISEMITISM
Attendees at Annual Hanukkah Celebration at Gracie Mansion Included Family Members of Hostage Victims of October 7th Terrorist Attacks in Israel Attendees Lit Menorah Molded From October 7th Terrorist Attack Car Remains
UPDATE - UNCF and Google are Paving the Path Forward to Increase Opportunities for HBCU Students in Tech Fields with Additional $2M Investment
Google Annex to be built on Morehouse College and North Carolina Agricultural Technical State University campuses
All HBCUs Stand with Edward Waters University
UNCF takes a stand on continued threats against HBCUs, linking back to 2022 bomb threats
UNCF’s Walk for Education Campaign is Underway
Supporting UNCF’s annual National Walk for Education is more essential than ever to help raise vitally needed funds to empower HBCUs and their students
23 Cities Across America Galvanize to Support HBCUs and their Students Through UNCF’s Walk for Education Campaign
With recent Supreme Court rulings affecting students of color, supporting UNCF’s annual National Walk for Education is more essential than ever to help raise vitally needed funds to empower HBCUs and their students
UNCF, Axim and Harvard Collaborative: Reshaping Higher Education through HBCUv
Transforming higher education
UNCF Makes the Case for HBCU Funding, Despite House Cuts
The House Appropriations Committee is advancing its education funding bill with significant cuts
UNCF Hosting Largest Gathering of HBCU and PBI Officials Since Recent Supreme Court Rulings
UNCF is “Disappointed” in Supreme Court Decision on Student Debt
Washington, D.C., June 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- UNCF (United Negro College Fund) strongly disagrees with today’s Supreme Court decision on President Biden’s student debt relief plan. This is a major disappointment for college students, attendees and graduates, especially those coming from lower economic backgrounds.
UNCF Statement on Supreme Court Ruling on Affirmative Action
(Editor’s Note: The following statement should be attributed to Dr. Michael L. Lomax, president and CEO, UNCF)
UNCF’s FEDERAL AFFAIRS SVP INCLUDED ON WASHINGTONIAN'S MOST INFLUENTIAL LIST
Lodriguez Murray has been included on the list for the third time in a row
UNCF Cautions Against Spending Caps
Spending Cuts Could Amount to HBCU Setbacks After Tremendous Gains
CBS SPORTS DONATES $100,000 to UNCF During HBCU ALL-STAR GAME
Donation generates scholarships for HBCU students
UNCF Hosts “A Mind Is…”® New York Gala to Support HBCUs and Students of Color in Achieving Degree Completion
More than 350 expected to join in honoring Kevin Liles, Colgate-Palmolive Company and Ralph Lauren Corporation in signature fundraiser to benefit deserving New York students and HBCUs
UNCF and “March Madness”: A Special Moment in Time
Nine balls. Five galas. Big fun! Attend one of UNCF's Masked Balls or Galas being conducted across the country and help students in your area
Unprecedented Initiative UNAPOLOGETICALLY FREE Centers Mental Health at HBCUs and other Black colleges
Offering customized programs and opportunities to support mental health on Black college campuses
Black History is Every Day Because Black Lives Matter Every Day UNCF Uplifting 2023 Black History Month
This year’s theme, “Black Resistance,” acknowledges the role historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) have always played at the forefront of social justice movements in America
UNCF Receives its Largest Corporate Gift to Support Underserved Students
Fidelity Investments donates $190 million to provide access to education and facilitate economic mobility for African American/Black, Latinx American, Native American and Asian/Pacific Islander American students