As I celebrate another year of life, I’m reminded of how grateful I am for the opportunity to serve the HBCU community. Again this year, instead of birthday gifts, I invite you to make a donation to the HBCU Campaign Fund.

Your support helps us advocate for historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs), expand educational opportunities for students, recognize exceptional leaders, and continue the work of strengthening HBCUs and MSIs.

Every gift, no matter the size, makes a difference. If our work at HCF has inspired or impacted you, I hope you’ll consider celebrating my birthday with me by investing in the future of HBCUs.

This birthday campaign is more than a celebration, it is a celebration of thousands of students, alumni, educators, and institutions that make the HBCU community extraordinary.

Your gift can help HCF the following ways:

• Advocate for equitable public policies that support HBCUs.
• Provide scholarships and educational resources to deserving students.
• Expand awareness of the achievements and impact of HBCUs and MSIs.
• Develop programs and initiatives that strengthen Black higher education

Together, we can celebrate not only another year of life but also another year of creating opportunity for students and institutions that deserves our collective support. Thank you for your friendship, your encouragement, and your continue support of our mission