In a powerful and unexpected close to Morris Brown College’s 2025 commencement ceremony, Bishop T.D. Jakes pledged $100,000 to the historic institution.
The surprise announcement came Saturday at Saint Philip A.M.E. Church in Atlanta, where the global faith leader, author, and entrepreneur delivered the keynote address to Morris Brown’s graduating class. His message focused on legacy, leadership, and pushing forward in the face of adversity, echoing the college’s own comeback journey.
“This gift is not about what we’ve inherited, but what we invest forward,” Jakes said, challenging graduates to see themselves not just as survivors of history but as architects of the future.
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