Billionaire Robert Smith Launches New HBCU Initiative to Ease Burden of Student Loans | via Washington Informer
Billionaire Robert Smith, who pledged during a commencement speech last year to pay off the student debt of the graduating class at Morehouse College, is launching a new initiative aimed at easing the burden of student loans at historically Black colleges and universities. The nonprofit Student Freedom Initiative will address the disproportionate loan burden on […]
Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award Nominee Bobby Wagner Designates up to $50,000 Donation to The HBCU Foundation
RENTON, Wash. — The Seattle Seahawks on Thursday nominated linebacker Bobby Wagner as their candidate for the Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award. “This means a lot,” said Wagner. “I’ve been fortunate to see so many guys around me inspire me do amazing things off the field and do more than just play. […]
Good Giving: How to Make Informed Decisions About Giving to Charities
People are often asked to give money to unfamiliar charities. If this happens to you, take a moment to investigate before you contribute. Call the charity — a reputable organization will welcome inquiries — and carefully examine provided information and materials. When a charitable organization calls you seeking a donation, the caller must provide the […]