HBCUs have been notoriously underfunded and under-resourced, but one institution has reached a fundraising milestone to be proud of.
Xavier University of Louisiana recently announced that it has raised more than $100 million per a news release shared with ESSENCE.
This milestone is a notable step toward achieving the university’s $500 million Centennial Campaign.
“This important fundraising milestone is a testament to Xavier’s value as an institution that produces some of our nation’s most thoughtful, intelligent leaders – leaders who are ready to take on our greatest challenges,” said Reynold Verret, President of Xavier University of Louisiana in a statement. “Our generous supporters know that an investment in Xavier is not only an investment in our current students, but it’s an investment in social justice, racial justice, and the future of our communities.” (READ MORE)(SOURCE: ESSENCE)