T.D. Jakes Foundation, in Partnership with the Dallas Mavericks, Awards $110,000 in Scholarships to 11 Graduates of the Distinctively Debs Program
DALLAS, July 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- T.D. Jakes Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to building bridges to opportunity for underserved populations around the world, in partnership with the Dallas Mavericks, has awarded $110,000 in scholarships to 11 college-bound seniors. The Foundation and the Mavericks' Take ACTION! program, which is designed to create lasting change, awarded $10,000 scholarships to each of the 11 graduates of the Distinctively Debs program, which offers training to girls and young women (ages 10 to 17) who have demonstrated academic excellence and serve as strong members of their communities.
- By bringing together leaders from all sectors of society, we are taking meaningful steps to change lives and improve our communities."
- Jakes Foundation, in partnership with the Dallas Mavericks, awarded the scholarships at the Distinctively Deb Cotillion on June 25which marked 25th anniversary of the event.
- Jakes Foundation, enabling exceptional and deserving young women to pursue their dreams through higher education," said Cynt Marshall, CEO of the Dallas Mavericks.
- During COVID-19, Distinctively Debs transitioned to a virtual model and later gave participants an opportunity to choose virtual or in-person classes.