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Another look back at our Advocate Q&A from this past year brings us to Eugene McFeely, senior director of veteran affairs and services. We talked with McFeely about the importance of the Center, his background, and the future of student veteran impact at Penn State. Read his Q&A here https://ow.ly/H0UB50Ql7hP!

“I can't think of any better driver for economic and social mobility than education. And for Black people in the US, HBCUs offer an education designed with their particular history and context in mind.” In this Q&A, Senior Director Nicholas Pelzer, Ed.D shares his thoughts on Blue Meridian's investment in the HBCU Transformation Project, the outcomes it aims to achieve, and his personal motivations for this work: https://lnkd.in/d72AY9AM #HBCUTransformation #HBCUs #EconomicMobility

Exciting news from the ARVO team! Our CEO, Ed Ryland, is featured in Black Enterprise, offering valuable insights on the advantages of commercial real estate investments for Black athletes. At ARVO, we believe in empowering individuals with the knowledge to secure their financial futures and make impactful community contributions. Proud to support this mission every day. #WealthManagement #CommercialRealEstate #BlackEnterprise #FinancialPlanning #AthleteInvestments #CommunityEmpowerment Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gbp9rTbM

March 10th marks Harriet Tubman Day, a powerful moment to commemorate the extraordinary life and legacy of the "Moses of her people." As the leader of the Underground Railroad, Harriet Tubman risked her own freedom to guide hundreds of enslaved individuals to the North, embodying courage, resilience, and unwavering dedication to justice. "I freed a thousand slaves. I could have freed a thousand more if only they had known they were slaves." - Harriet Tubman Tubman's legacy continues to inspire the Harriet Tubman Foundation for Safe Passage (HTFSP), a Black women-founded organization dedicated to empowering individuals and communities facing economic and spiritual oppression. By providing comprehensive support, from advocacy and business coaching to financial literacy resources, HTFSP empowers individuals to break free from systemic barriers and chart their own paths to freedom. Did you know: ⁍ Black Americans are twice as likely to be unemployed as white Americans. ⁍ Black-owned businesses face significant funding disparities, receiving only 2% of venture capital funding nationwide. ⁍ Over 40 million Americans grapple with student loan debt, disproportionately impacting Black communities. There's more work to do. Learn more about the Harriet Tubman Foundation for Safe Passage, https://lnkd.in/gSrwcsCf and see how you and your organization can forward this work and make a difference. #HTFSP #blacklivesmatter #blackbusiness #community

A good question and well laid out path forward.

In the spirit of progress and possibility that defines our journey, let me share a thought: #DoTheDs. It's within our grasp to bring about the changes we yearn for, to fulfill our aspirations and dreams. Here's how we go about it: First, we must Decide precisely what it is we seek. Then, with unwavering commitment, Determine to bring our vision to life. We must proceed to Diligently Do all that is within our power, leaving no stone unturned in pursuit of our goals. And finally, we must learn to Detach from the outcome, trusting that our efforts will bear fruit in their own time. Let's embrace these principles, for in doing so, we shape not only our destinies but also the world around us #BeThe1st #RealRealty #GA123 #1Bethesda #2r1wm #CelestialCoach

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📣 NEW PRIZE ALERT 📣 The MSI Contract Readiness Prize is an American-Made Program, one-phase capacity building prize that aims to boost equity across the U.S. U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) contracting for small, medium, and large Historically Black Colleges (HBCUs), Tribal Colleges and Universities (TCUs), and other Minority Serving Institutions (MSIs), including Asian American, Native American, Pacific Islander Serving Institutions (AANAPISIs), Hispanic Serving Institutions (HSIs), and Predominantly Black Institutions (PBIs). This prize builds on the successes of the Biden Administration’s Justice40 Initiative that is working toward environmental justice for all Americans by involving MSIs as key strategic partners. https://lnkd.in/gmjwVubf

“I can't think of any better driver for economic and social mobility than education. And for Black people in the US, HBCUs offer an education designed with their particular history and context in mind.” In this Q&A, Senior Director Nicholas Pelzer, Ed.D shares his thoughts on Blue Meridian's investment in the HBCU Transformation Project, the outcomes it aims to achieve, and his personal motivations for this work: https://lnkd.in/d72AY9AM #HBCUTransformation #HBCUs #EconomicMobility