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THURGOOD MARSHALL COLLEGE FUND AND HENNESSY SELECT 10 HBCU STUDENTS FOR 2023 COHORT OF HENNESSY FELLOWS

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Monday, March 20, 2023
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CHARLOTTE, N.C., March 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) and Hennessy announced today, the selection of the fifth cohort of Hennessy Fellows, a landmark program designed to equip the next generation of Black leaders in the United States. The Hennessy Fellows Program offers financial assistance, training and professional development, and curated corporate development experiences to HBCU students. To date, more than 30 students have successfully completed the Hennessy Fellows program.

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  • CHARLOTTE, N.C., March 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) and Hennessy announced today, the selection of the fifth cohort of Hennessy Fellows, a landmark program designed to equip the next generation of Black leaders in the United States.
  • The Hennessy Fellows Program offers financial assistance, training and professional development, and curated corporate development experiences to HBCU students.
  • "Our partnership with Hennessy allows us to build on decades of work to advance HBCU students and we look forward to Hennessy Fellows becoming the preeminent HBCU fellowship program in the country."
  • For more than 35 years, Thurgood Marshall College Fund has awarded more than $300 million in assistance to students attending HBCUs.

Changing the Game: H&R Block Unites with Fabletics and Jambys, Plus 50 Female College Athletes for Second Year of its “A Fair Shot” Program 

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Wednesday, March 8, 2023
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The program now also includes NCAA Division II and Division III schools, as well as Historically Black Colleges and Universities.

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  • The program now also includes NCAA Division II and Division III schools, as well as Historically Black Colleges and Universities.
  • “We’re excited for Fabletics and Jambys to join us in leveling the playing field for female college athletes – regardless of sport, division, location, or school size.
  • "We are thrilled to be partnering with H&R Block and A Fair Shot to increase sponsorship opportunities for female athletes.
  • Learn more about this year’s A Fair Shot athletes, in addition to tax resources related to NIL income, at hrblock.com/afairshot .

Kelley Drye Names Ralph Allen Chief Operating Officer

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Thursday, March 9, 2023
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NEW YORK, March 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Kelley Drye & Warren LLP announced today that Ralph Allen has joined the firm as Chief Operating Officer. Responsible for all areas of business operations and overall profitability, he will work with the Executive Committee and firm management to guide strategic planning, financial analysis, practice management, and business development.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, March 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Kelley Drye & Warren LLP announced today that Ralph Allen has joined the firm as Chief Operating Officer.
  • Ralph brings more than three-decades of proven results and leadership best practices to Kelley Drye, with a reputation as an innovator in law firm and business management.
  • "As Kelley Drye's first Chief Operating Officer, he will help the firm develop our strategic vision for the next several years and ensure that the firm's overall business goals and objectives are achieved."
  • "I'm excited to join Kelley Drye in part because of its national presence and strong New York roots," said Ralph.

Reinvestment Fund Announces New Managing Director of Strategic Communications

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Tuesday, February 7, 2023
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ATLANTA, Feb. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Reinvestment Fund announced that Tiffany Patterson has joined as its newly selected Managing Director of Strategic Communications. Reporting to President and CEO Don Hinkle-Brown, Patterson will lead integrated, organization-wide strategic communications in support of Reinvestment Fund's mission to build strong, healthy, and more equitable communities. Patterson, a proud HBCU graduate, will also support the expansion of Reinvestment Fund's HBCU Brilliance Fund - a $25 million dollar fund created in collaboration with key stakeholders and university leaders to strengthen infrastructure and long-term growth for Historically Black Colleges and Universities.

Key Points: 
  • ATLANTA, Feb. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Reinvestment Fund announced that Tiffany Patterson has joined as its newly selected Managing Director of Strategic Communications.
  • Reporting to President and CEO Don Hinkle-Brown, Patterson will lead integrated, organization-wide strategic communications in support of Reinvestment Fund's mission to build strong, healthy, and more equitable communities.
  • Patterson, a proud HBCU graduate, will also support the expansion of Reinvestment Fund's HBCU Brilliance Fund - a $25 million dollar fund created in collaboration with key stakeholders and university leaders to strengthen infrastructure and long-term growth for Historically Black Colleges and Universities.
  • "Therefore, we are pleased to welcome Tiffany to lead our strategic communications; her extensive experience in social justice combined with her demonstrated history of leading strategic communications teams is a great match for furthering Reinvestment Fund's efforts."

Oprah Winfrey Celebrates Black Excellence at the Inaugural HBCU Honors™ Awards Show

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Tuesday, January 31, 2023
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MIAMI, Jan. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Taped live from Miami's Black Archives-Historic Lyric Theater, the inaugural HBCU Honors™ lauds eight extraordinary alumni from historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) whose ground-breaking achievements have helped change the world. The televised event's world-premiere is Wednesday, February 15, 2023, on streaming platforms including Crackle, Plex, and LG.

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  • MIAMI, Jan. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Taped live from Miami's Black Archives-Historic Lyric Theater , the inaugural HBCU Honors™ lauds eight extraordinary alumni from historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) whose ground-breaking achievements have helped change the world.
  • The all-star night of Black excellence includes tributes, awards presentations, musical performances and featuring special guests Oprah Winfrey , Reverend Al Sharpton , and Tyler Perry's House of Payne star Cassie Davis.
  • "I am so proud to join you all for this inaugural HBCU Honors Celebration as a proud HBCU alum myself.
  • From well-known trailblazers and game changers to hidden figures, the inaugural awards show spotlights notable HBCU alumni who epitomize Black excellence.

UNCF Receives its Largest Corporate Gift to Support Underserved Students

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Tuesday, January 17, 2023
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Washington, D.C., Jan. 17, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- UNCF (United Negro College Fund) today announced it has received its largest philanthropic corporate gift in its 78-year history from Boston-based financial services leader Fidelity Investments to launch the Fidelity Scholars Program.

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  • Washington, D.C., Jan. 17, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- UNCF (United Negro College Fund) today announced it has received its largest philanthropic corporate gift in its 78-year history from Boston-based financial services leader Fidelity Investments to launch the Fidelity Scholars Program.
  • “This is an incredibly generous gift from Fidelity Investments,” said Dr. Michael L. Lomax, president and CEO, UNCF.
  • The Fidelity Scholars Program features annually renewable, need-based, last-dollar scholarships with comprehensive wrap-around support services eligible students.
  • Ecosystem-building grants will be directed toward leading nonprofit organizations focused on improving graduating rates of students of color to ensure quality pathways to post-secondary education.

Macy’s Honors Black Stories and Creators in Celebration of Black History Month

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Wednesday, January 18, 2023
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Macy’s honors the history, resilience and contributions of Black Americans through Black History.

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  • Macy’s honors the history, resilience and contributions of Black Americans through Black History.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230117006082/en/
    Macy's Honors Black Stories and Creators in Celebration of Black History Month (Photo: Business Wire)
    “This Black History Month, we’re furthering Macy’s mission of building a brighter future with bold representation for our colleagues, customers, and communities by spotlighting and celebrating the history, accomplishments, and resilience of Black Americans throughout our stores and across our brands," said Shawn Outler, Macy’s chief diversity, equity & inclusion officer.
  • In celebration of Black History Month, Macy’s continues its partnership with UNCF the nation’s largest and most effective minority education organization.
  • With a focus on the recruitment of premier talent and the retention/mentorship of Black executives, ONYX is committed to community service and volunteerism impacting Black communities.

Bloomberg Launches New Historically Black College Trading Challenge

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Wednesday, January 4, 2023
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NEW YORK, Jan. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Bloomberg for Education and Bloomberg Human Resources put the finance knowledge of more than 60 students at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) to the test in a new environmental, social, governance (ESG) trading challenge event.

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  • NEW YORK, Jan. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Bloomberg for Education and Bloomberg Human Resources put the finance knowledge of more than 60 students at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) to the test in a new environmental, social, governance (ESG) trading challenge event.
  • This event, called the Bloomberg and HBCU ESG Trading Challenge, is a virtual investment competition taking place entirely on the Bloomberg Terminal.
  • This initiative stemmed from the annual Bloomberg Global Trading Challenge, Bloomberg's flagship Terminal-based investment competition.
  • The Bloomberg and HBCU ESG Trading Challenge is geared towards Black students in the US who are typically underrepresented in the finance industry.

Election Day GOTV Push Includes Canvassing, Sign Waving, Poll Parties, Election Protection, & Rides to the Polls

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Tuesday, December 6, 2022
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(***Helen Butler will be available for interview to report on Election Protection issues.***).

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  • (***Helen Butler will be available for interview to report on Election Protection issues.***).
  • Election Day GOTV activities today, Tuesday Dec. 6, from 7 AM-7 PM include:
    Canvassing neighborhoods throughout the Atlanta Metro, Savannah and other cities.
  • (7 PM 11:30 PM) Once the polls close workers will gather for watch parties to observe the results of the election.
  • A. Milner, and executive director, Helen Butler, the organization has headquarters in Atlanta and offices in Athens, Albany, Macon, Augusta, LaGrange and Savannah.

Georgia Senate Runoff Guide Highlights Differences Between Warnock and Walker

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Thursday, December 1, 2022
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It is more important than ever that potential voters get nonpartisan information that shows the clear differences between the candidates and walks them through how to vote.

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  • It is more important than ever that potential voters get nonpartisan information that shows the clear differences between the candidates and walks them through how to vote.
  • "In a time of widespread political cynicism, disinformation, and spin, these guides provide a concise and credible way to compare candidate stands.
  • "NAACP will provide these nonpartisan voter guides to our network of over two million members, volunteers, social mediaactivists, and partners.
  • News outlets are encouraged to link to the Georgia runoff guides and share on social channels.