Money

Auto Added by WPeMatico

Arthur Blank Donates $50M to Atlanta HBCUs to Support Students

Arthur Blank, Money /

Arthur Blank $50M HBCU Donation Targets Student Debt Gaps Atlanta Falcons owner Arthur M. Blank has announced a groundbreaking Arthur Blank $50M HBCU donation to strengthen Atlanta’s historically Black colleges and universities. The 10-year commitment will provide “gap scholarships” that help students at Clark Atlanta University, Morehouse College, Morris Brown College, and Spelman College finish […]

Arthur Blank Donates $50M to Atlanta HBCUs to Support Students Read More »

MacKenzie Scott HBCU Donation: $70 Million Gift to UNCF Strengthens HBCUs

MacKenzie Scott, Money, UNCF, United Negro College Fund /

Introduction The MacKenzie Scott HBCU donation of $70 million to the United Negro College Fund (UNCF) marks one of the largest philanthropic contributions to historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs). The gift is structured to strengthen financial stability across 37 member institutions and address long-standing funding inequities. How the MacKenzie Scott HBCU Donation Works UNCF

MacKenzie Scott HBCU Donation: $70 Million Gift to UNCF Strengthens HBCUs Read More »

Trump Redirects $500M Toward HBCUs, Cuts Other Minority-Serving Programs

donald trump, FEATURED, Money, trump, white house /

The Trump HBCU funding shift is sparking national conversation after the administration announced a major change in how federal money is distributed among minority-serving institutions. Nearly $500 million will now be redirected toward HBCUs and Tribal Colleges and Universities (TCCUs), while $350 million will be cut from other minority-serving programs such as Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs).

Trump Redirects $500M Toward HBCUs, Cuts Other Minority-Serving Programs Read More »

DOE Cancels HBCU Grants: Education Department Pulls $350M from Minority-Serving Programs

Department of Education, doe, HBCU, Money, Politics /

DOE Cancels HBCU Grants, Sending Shockwaves Through Campuses The announcement that the DOE Cancels HBCU Grants has sent shockwaves through the higher education community. The U.S. Department of Education confirmed that it is cutting $350 million in federal grants previously earmarked for historically Black colleges and universities and other minority-serving institutions. The move is being

DOE Cancels HBCU Grants: Education Department Pulls $350M from Minority-Serving Programs Read More »

Trump tampering with Fed independence is risky for the economy

Money, National News, Trump tampering with Fed independence is risky for the economy /

By Rob Wile Economic and financial analysts are warning that President Donald Trump’s attempt to fire Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook risks undermining the central bank’s independence — something that could ultimately put U.S. households’ finances at risk. Late Monday, Trump moved to fire Cook over allegations of mortgage fraud. He cited a “criminal referral” from Federal Housing

Trump tampering with Fed independence is risky for the economy Read More »

Tennessee State to Build $50M State-of-the-Art Engineering Hub

Money, News, Tennesse State University /

NASHVILLE, TN — August 21, 2025 — Tennessee State University (TSU) is moving forward with a $50 million engineering hub designed to expand hands-on learning, research capacity, and industry partnerships on its Nashville campus. The nearly 70,000-square-foot facility received approval from the Tennessee State Building Commission on August 15 and is slated to break ground

Tennessee State to Build $50M State-of-the-Art Engineering Hub Read More »

Saint Augustine’s University Names First Woman Board Chair Amid Accreditation Fight

Money, Saint Augustine University, Sophie L. Gibson /

A Historic First for SAU Leadership Saint Augustine’s University (SAU) has made history by appointing Sophie L. Gibson of Atlanta as chair of its Board of Trustees — the first woman ever to hold the position in the school’s 157-year history. The announcement comes at a pivotal moment as the university continues its fight to

Saint Augustine’s University Names First Woman Board Chair Amid Accreditation Fight Read More »

FAMU Rises to No. 1 in Forbes’ Ranking of HBCU Online Programs

Florida A & M University, Money /

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – July 21, 2025 – Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University (FAMU) has claimed the top spot in Forbes Advisor’s newly released ranking of online programs at Historically Black Colleges and Universities. Recognized for its combination of affordability, student outcomes, and academic quality, FAMU ranks No. 1 among HBCUs offering fully online bachelor’s degrees. Why FAMU Leads

FAMU Rises to No. 1 in Forbes’ Ranking of HBCU Online Programs Read More »

Florida Budget Delivers $162M in Historic State Funding for HBCUs

Money /

Florida’s 2025–2026 budget includes a landmark $162 million in operational funding for the state’s historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs), along with an additional $20 million for campus security improvements The post Florida Budget Delivers $162M in Historic State Funding for HBCUs appeared first on HBCU Buzz.

Florida Budget Delivers $162M in Historic State Funding for HBCUs Read More »

Grambling State To Receive Over $20 Million In State Funding Boost

FEATURED, Grambling State, Money /

Grambling State University is set to receive a major investment from the state of Louisiana—over $20 million in targeted funding aimed at strengthening both its academic and athletic infrastructure. The announcement, made by state lawmakers on June 30, represents one of the largest direct state-level investments the university has seen in years. It also signals

Grambling State To Receive Over $20 Million In State Funding Boost Read More »

Verified by MonsterInsights