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The Effects of COVID-19

The pandemic caused our HBCUs to quickly pivot to online learning platforms to ensure that our students continued learning. However, students still need laptops and internet access, and our schools need to continue upgrading their online learning environments. Give today to help us provide the emergency financial aid they need.

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About UNCF

UNCF: The nation’s largest and most effective minority education organization

How We Get Results

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All you need to know about the scholarship, internship, and fellowship programs offered by UNCF—and how to apply.

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Talented and deserving young people need your support today. Your donation helps educate over 60,000 students at more than 1,100 schools.

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Our Impact

Making a Difference

$100M+ In scholarships awarded to students by UNCF every year
10,000 Scholarships awarded to students via 400 UNCF scholarship programs
$25M+ Raised by the Campaign for Emergency Student Aid (CESA) from more than 10,000 donors
8,000+ Students graduate annually from UNCF-member colleges and universities
86% Of every dollar raised goes to student support and scholarships
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We’re Back and Walking to Support HBCUs

UNCF Report Calls for Congress to Increase Funding for HBCUs

UNCF Convenes 12th Annual Student Leadership Conference

UNCF and the Steve Fund Announce Two-Year Partnership

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Student Stories

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Freddie Mack, Jr.

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UNCF Scholarship Recipient

"If I had ten thousand tongues, it wouldn't be enough to thank you for what you all have done."

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