This past Saturday, Gentlemen’s Toast convened community leaders, professionals, and supporters for a formal afternoon gala at On The Levee, honoring Black men whose impact spans industries from education to […]
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Cheryl “Action” Jackson’s Fight Against Hunger
Under Dr. Jackson’s guidance and persistent effort, Minnie’s has expanded to four locations across three states where thousands of volunteers help serve the hungry families in need. The fifth Minnie’s location is currently in the works, and for Jackson, it is a bit of a homecoming.
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The Impact of COVID-19 on HBCUs and Black Students
Groups of students were stuck on campus without the funds to pay for transportation back to their home cities. This challenge was a byproduct of several students losing the jobs they used to help fund their education, along with loss of family income. Many students became both food and housing insecure without the critical resources that HBCUs often provide.