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A clarion call to invest in historically Black colleges and universities

Candid

In 1837 Richard Humphreys established the African Institute, now Cheyney University, in Pennsylvania making it the oldest historically Black university in the United States. Over 185 years later, HBCUs continue to be the backbone of Black America. She responded, “Hmm, I am going to Boston University. We were so excited!

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Force Multiplier Podcast Episode 4: Housing Stability

Saleforce Nonprofit

And there are more than 500,000 people in America experiencing housing instability on any given night. California State University, East Bay Supports Students Through the Pandemic. In her role as program assistant for student support services, Darice Ingram uniquely understands the challenges students face.

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Celebrating Black history and Black futures

Candid

From kitchen tables to campuses of Historical Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), Juneteenth is well revered in the Black community as an important narrative thread with a rich and complex tapestry. It is not a coincidence that Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) came into prominence around the same time.

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Power of Storytelling | Harmony for Change: The Global Impact of Playing For Change

Pamela Grow

This musical masterpiece, created in partnership with COP28, the United Nations Climate Change Conference in Dubai, serves as a powerful call to action on the urgent issue of climate change. Playing For Change leverages this by directly impacting over 50,000 students through on-site teachers.

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How Malala Fund’s Innovative Grantmaking is Revolutionizing Education for Girls

Saleforce Nonprofit

For many students, these school closures could mean the end of their formal education. From creating digital learning opportunities and initiatives to protect girls’ mental well-being to securing national funding for education — the Champions we support are driving solutions to girls’ education challenges in their communities. .

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Weekly update from PND

Candid

The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation , Citi, and others announced commitments in support of climate action on the second day of the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP26) being held in Glasgow, Scotland. MedStar Georgetown University Hospital receives $50 million gift. November 4, 2021. Read more. . November 4, 2021.

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NTEN Celebrates National Volunteer Week: Honoring NTEN Committee Members

NTEN

This week is National Volunteer Week ! Jeanne Allen, Program Coordinator, Duke University Nonprofit Management Program. Debra Askanase, Director of Outreach, National Brain Tumor Society. Yvonne Harrison, Assistant Professor, Nonprofit Leadership Center/Seattle University. Annie Lynsen, Marketing Director, Small Act.

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