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all Black engineers, 50% of all Black teachers, 70% of all Black doctors and dentists and 80% of all Black judges. Furthermore, these institutions produce 17% of all bachelor’s degrees awarded to Black students in the United States, contribute nearly $15 billion back into their communities and produce 134,000 jobs, supporting the advancement of Black talent in corporate America, as well as creating economic mobility for historically underrepresented and underserved communities. HBCUs, HBCCs and PBIs not only equip students with the tools they need to succeed but provide a sense of community
and mentorship for the Black college community.
the full support and funding owed to them. By committing to this cause, government leaders can help secure the future of HBCUs, HBCCs, PBIs and the students they serve to provide impactful educational opportunities and foster Black excellence. Through advocacy and government relations, TMCF provides unparalleled leadership in influencing federal and state policy developments and implementation while serving as a liaison to the federal government and local officials for its members and students.
excellence and Justice Thurgood Marshall’s fight for equity and access, TMCF is pushing for infrastructure legislation, increased state support for HBCUs, improvements to the new Better FAFSA process, increased inclusivity by supporting HBCUs, HBCCs and PBIs and challenging those attacking equity and inclusion initiatives and programs. HBCUs, pillars of education, empowerment and social mobility are on the ballot, which means you’re voting for the future of our country.
As HBCUs, HBCCs and PBIs fight for access historically denied, it is critical leaders ensure they are actively engaging with these institutions’
chancellors, presidents and students to gain a
comprehensive understanding of how best to support these institutions in the coming election. In an effort to drive impact, last year, TMCF sent letters to officials in 16 states advocating for increased funding for 1890 Land-Grant HBCUs, an advocacy that we have no intentions of halting until these institutions finally receive
To continue cultivating Black
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