UNCF is the nation’s largest and most effective minority education organization. We support 60,000+ students & 37 HBCUs. "A mind is a terrible thing to waste."®
Washington, DC
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HBCU champion and transformational leader @DrMichaelLomax named GSV's 2025 Lifetime Achievement Recipient!
Dr. Michael Lomax is president and CEO of the United Negro College Fund (@UNCF). Throughout his two decades of visionary leadership, UNCF has raised more than $4 billion to help 150,000+ students earn degrees and launch careers. Lomax has also established UNCF’s Institute for Capacity Building, empowering their 37 member HBCUs to thrive as effective, self-sustaining institutions. Before leading UNCF, Lomax served as the fifth president of @du1869, a professor of literature at @SpelmanCollege and @Morehouse, and a trailblazing civic leader in Atlanta.
Dr. Lomax wholly embodies our mission of creating equal access to the future for ALL, and we are thrilled to celebrate him at the 2025 ASU+GSV Summit, April 6-9 in San Diego!
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Calling all Paine College Students, Faculty, Alumni, & Friends! TODAY "IS" the day! Let your voices be heard and go vote. A vote is a terrible thing to waste! @UNCF
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🗳️ A vote is a terrible thing to waste! This Tuesday’s election is one of the most critical in our lifetime—don’t just witness history; shape it. Join @UNCF’s Day of Action tomorrow and let’s make our voices heard! 📢 #UNCFDayOfAction
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HBCUs are vital to our communities and future leaders, but they're facing major funding cuts! It's time for our elected officials to take action. A mind is a terrible thing to waste 🧠 - and so is a vote 🗳️. @UNCF urges you to VOTE on Nov 5th! ✅ UNCF.org/vote4hbcus #UNCF
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Join @hbcusci on Wednesday Oct 23rd at 5:00 ET for #HBCUSCI Ignite!
Together @INROADS, @tmcf_hbcu, and @UNCF, supported by @SouthernCompany will celebrate HBCU SCI’s new scholars, interns, and inaugural cohort of community research fellows.
Register ➡️ hbcusci.org/event/2024-hbcu-…
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HBCUs are pillars of strength, nurturing future generations of leaders. Despite underfunding and systemic challenges, we continue to punch above their weight. The U.S. economy thrives on the contributions of HBCUs. Learn more from @UNCF’s latest economic impact report: tinyurl.com/4nwhcven
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🗳️ Your vote matters for HBCUs! Despite record enrollment and economic impact, they still lack the resources they need. Our elected leaders decide their future. Make a plan to vote on Nov. 5: UNCF.org/vote4hbcus
A mind is a terrible thing to waste 🧠 – and so is a vote🗳️. Our future, our education, whether there is a Department of Education at all — are on the ballot.
Visit: UNCF.org/vote4hbcus
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Grateful to friend, philanthropist, and long-time UNCF and HBCU supporter @RFS_Vista for joining our Fireside Chat with Board Chair Milton Jones, Jr. at the UNCF Board Meeting. His generous contributions continue to transform lives and inspire the next generation of leaders!
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A heartfelt thanks to Florida Memorial University’s interim president, Mr. William McCormick, & the entire school for the incredible red carpet treatment extended to the UNCF board, staff, & member presidents. The energy & talent of the students & administration were inspiring!
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@ShawUCommunity | · HBCUs are not only educational institutions but also powerful economic engines that fuel growth, innovation, and opportunity in their communities and beyond.
🗣️ HBCUs do more with less every day—we brought the receipts‼️ Did you know HBCUs generate a whopping $16.5 billion in economic impact? It's time to recognize these powerhouse institutions & the urgent need for equitable funding. Watch the full video here: m.youtube.com/watch?v=uHjciD…
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Happening now!
The DCPS Back to School Block Party will be held on Saturday, September 14 at Jefferson Middle School from 11am – 2pm. To register and for more information, bit.ly/DCPSBlockParty2024.
Visit the UNCF K-12 Advocacy team at the table for HBCU resources. #UNCFk12
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Today, the @UNCF released its 2024 HBCU Economic Impact Report Thursday, providing data about the economic power, policy reform and partnerships needed to ensure these universities and colleges receive funding and support in order to continue operating.
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The question, 'Do we still need HBCUs?' is one that @UNCF’s new report puts eternally to rest. HBCUs are still needed, & they must be supported. It's up to all of us to raise our voices. Get the facts & be a voice for HBCUs: UNCF.org/HBCUImpactReport #UNCF4HBCUs
🗣️ HBCUs do more with less every day—we brought the receipts‼️ Did you know HBCUs generate a whopping $16.5 billion in economic impact? It's time to recognize these powerhouse institutions & the urgent need for equitable funding. Watch the full video here: m.youtube.com/watch?v=uHjciD…
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The only thing better than an #HBCUCollegeTour is riding on a custom plane from @UNCF and @AlaskaAir 😎✈️
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And a very special congratulations to @UNCF Board Chair, Milton Jones, on being this year’s Champion Award recipient!!!
#UNITE2024 #DeliveringOnThePromise
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“A stronger UNCF leads to stronger HBCUs which leads to a better future for our community.” ~ Dr. Marc Barnes, @uncf
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Presenting this award to our esteemed @UNCF Board Chair, Milton Jones, during UNCFUnite24 is a true honor. Milton's unwavering leadership, dedication, and tireless advocacy have profoundly shaped our mission and inspired us all. Congratulations and thank you for your commitment!
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This group? Electrifying⚡️!
We chatted with #BlackHigherEd leaders at #UNCFUNITE about how to best support long-term transformation and vitality for #HBCUs.
The future of #MSIs is BRIGHT ☀️
TY, @UNCF and @UNCFICB! #StudentFreedom #SFLA #UNITE2024
