Wells Fargo Gifts $1M to UNCF to Support Historically Black College and University Students
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Posted By: Kennedy Williams on November 01, 2022 UNCF (United Negro College Fund) today announced a $1 million grant from Wells Fargo to continue supporting students attending historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs). The grant provides scholarships and emergency student aid for students and funding for UNCF’s Empower Me Tour program. In addition, the funds will support the future HBCU Innovation Summit and Student Leadership Conference. “Wells Fargo is proud to continue its philanthropic support of UNCF’s mission to get students of color to and through college,” said Georgette “Gigi” Dixon, executive vice president and head of external engagement, diverse segments, representation and inclusion (DSRI), Wells Fargo. “For more than two decades, Wells Fargo and UNCF have partnered to help students, many of whom are first-generation and come from underserved communities, attend college. This partnership demonstrates Wells Fargo’s commitment and leadership as a champion for workforce diversity and inclusion in our nation.” “We value our partnership with Wells Fargo and the work we are doing collectively to support the continued growth and development of HBCUs and the students they serve. I look forward to an even greater partnership in the years to come,” said Maurice E. Jenkins, Jr., executive vice president and chief development officer, UNCF. The outstanding commitment and support of Wells Fargo to HBCUs and their students continued Sept. 27 at the 20th anniversary UNCF Maya Angelou Women Who Lead Luncheon in Charlotte, NC, which raised more than $600,000 to support HBCUs and the students they serve. SOURCE UNCF If you enjoyed this article, Join HBCU CONNECT today for similar content and opportunities via email! |
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Kennedy Williams
From Loganville, GA Spelman College class of 2020 Member Since July 2016 |
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