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UNCF “A Mind Is…” New York Gala Raises Record $1.3M for HBCUs and Student Success
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$65M+ In scholarships awarded to students by UNCF every year
12,000 Scholarships and internships awarded to students via more than 400 programs
$36M+ 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
85% Of every dollar raised goes to student support and scholarships
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Jayla Allen
Clark Atlanta University
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“Thanks to my scholarship I’ve been able to focus on my studies and get hands on experience. This semester I was even able to pursue one of my biggest academic dreams: studying abroad in Paris.”
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