Thurgood Marshall College Fund

Established in 1987, the Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) is the nation’s largest organization exclusively representing the Black College Community. TMCF member-schools include the *publicly-supported* Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and Predominantly Black Institutions (PBIs), and Historically Black Community Colleges (HBCC). *Publicly-supported* HBCUs TMCF member schools represent 80% of all students attending HBCUs. Through scholarships, capacity building and research initiatives, innovative programs, and strategic partnerships, TMCF is a vital resource in the K-12 and higher education. The organization is also a source for top employers seeking top talent for competitive internships and good jobs. To date the organization has awarded more than $500 million in such assistance to its students and member-schools. TMCF distributes 98% of its awards exclusively to HBCUs and PBIs, which is more than any other organization that supports the Black College Community. TMCF has achieved the highest level of accreditation from two major non-profit review groups: [Charity Navigator opens in a new window](https://www.charitynavigator.org/index.cfm?bay=search.summary&orgid=7829)(4-Stars) and [Guide Star opens in a new window](https://www.guidestar.org/profile/41-1750692)(Platinum Level Participant) . TMCF is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt, charitable organization and the place **WHERE EDUCATION PAYS OFF**. **Our Vision** *Changing the World… One Leader at a Time* **Our Mission** To ensure student success by promoting educational excellence and preparing the next generation of workforce talent through leadership development.