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HBCUs do more with less every day—we brought the receipts. Our new report reveals that HBCUs contribute $16.5 billion to the national economy. These institutions are not only educating the next generation of leaders but are also critical to economic growth and social mobility. However, underfunding threatens their impact. 🎥Watch the full video here: https://lnkd.in/e5zrPZHN 📊Get the facts from our report at UNCF.org/HBCUImpactReport and be a voice for HBCUs: UNCF.org/EquityPledge. #UNCF4HBCUs #HBCUStrong #EconomicImpact #HBCUEconomics

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Are you ready to level up your financial savvy? Our partners at American Express are committed to helping you enhance your financial confidence! As part of their ongoing support of UNCF, Amex is sponsoring free access to the financial education app Zogo for HBCU students. Download Zogo today and register with your exclusive access code 'UNCF'. Start learning and earning rewards! 🔗 https://zogo.app.link/uncf #UNCF #FinancialPlanning #financialliteracy #HBCUs

#UNCF had the honor of welcoming Robert F. Smith founder, chair, and CEO of Vista Equity Partners, to our UNCF Board Meeting for an inspiring breakfast and fireside chat with our Board Chair, Milton H. Jones, Jr. 🙌🏾 A native of Denver, CO, Robert Smith grew up watching his parents donate to charities like UNCF every month, and he continues their legacy by making a difference every day through his own philanthropy. Mr. Smith’s commitment to giving back is unmatched. From founding the $48M Fund II Foundation STEM Scholars Program to launching the Student Freedom Initiative and making a historic $34M gift to Morehouse College, he’s transforming lives and creating economic justice for students across the country. 💼✨ Swipe through the photos to catch a glimpse of this unforgettable event! 📸👇🏾 #UNCF #RobertSmith #EconomicJustice #Philanthropy #STEM #HBCU #GivingBack #StudentSuccess #VistaEquityPartners #FundIIFoundation

Historically Black colleges and universities are shaping leaders, fueling social mobility and are a powerful force for good. But our schools are underfunded. Our elected leaders will decide if HBCUs can continue to thrive. Our future, our education, and whether there is a Department of Education at all—are on the ballot.    A mind is a terrible thing to waste 🧠 – and so is a vote🗳️. On November 5th, VOTE ✅.    Visit: https://lnkd.in/emkFYP7Q #UNCF4HBCUs #HBCUsVote #UNCF #HBCUStrong

UNCF is proud to announce that Rev. Dr. Howard-John Wesley has been presented with the organization’s highest honor for partnerships, The Keeper of the Flame Award. 🔥 Rev. Dr. Howard-John Wesley is one of our nation’s foremost faith leaders and a staunch supporter of UNCF and its mission to help underrepresented students fulfill their dreams of attending college. For more than 30 years, Alfred Street Baptist Church in Alexandria, VA, where Wesley is the senior pastor, has supported UNCF and raised more than $1 million to assist HBCUs and their students including gifts of $250,000 each of the last two years. Wesley also serves as chairman of UNCF’s National Faith and Education Initiative Advisory Council. Read our full statement: https://lnkd.in/eek7nGRG #UNCF #UNCFfaith #HBCU #EducationForAll #KeeperOfTheFlame #HowardJohnWesley #AlfredStreetBaptistChurch

🎓 Join us as we honor Maryland Gov. Wes Moore at UNCF’s inaugural luncheon in Annapolis! This special fundraising event highlights the importance of a college education, the students UNCF serves and the incredible contributions of HBCUs.   🌟 Business and civic leaders, alumni, dignitaries, volunteers, and friends of UNCF will come together to celebrate our 80-year legacy as the largest scholarship provider for students of color. We’ll also recognize Governor Moore’s impact on shaping the future of American education in Maryland and beyond.   📅 Save the date and get your tickets today at https://lnkd.in/eeA7YWu2! #UNCF  #GovernorWesMoore #HBCULegacy #EducationMatters #UNCF80  

It was a true honor to receive the Andrew Jackson Young Lifetime Achievement Award from 100 Black Men of Atlanta, Inc. last night, presented by our own UNCF Board Chair Milton H. Jones Jr. For nearly half a century, Ambassador Young has dedicated his life to advancing the social, political, and economic rights of oppressed communities worldwide. As a steadfast supporter of UNCF he has championed education and opportunity for generations and receiving this award in his name was deeply meaningful. #Legacy #UNCF #100BlackMenofAtlanta

Thank you to Florida Memorial University for welcoming our UNCF board members, staff, and presidents from our member institutions. We were inspired by the dedication of your students and faculty, and this visit will have a lasting impact. Together, we continue to strengthen HBCUs and the communities they serve. 🎓🙌🏾 #UNCF #FloridaMemorial #HBCUPride #BuildingBridges

💡📚 Guiding the Future: Join UNCF in creating a college-bound culture for every student. Our emails share insights, opportunities, and stories that inspire change. Together, let's transform K-12 education! 🔗Sign up here: https://lnkd.in/eiZiQqPG #UNCFk12 #CollegeBound