CONGRESSIONAL BLACK CAUCUS FOUNDATION RECEIVES $85,000 GRANT FROM THE UPS FOUNDATION

Washington, DC – The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation recently received an $85,000 grant from The UPS Foundation, the charitable arm of UPS (NYSE:UPS). The contribution will be used to support the Congressional Internship Program.

Established in 1986, CBCF’s Congressional Internship Program allows undergraduates to work in congressional offices and learn about legislation. An educational curriculum and professional development seminars are combined to connect interns with CBC Members and other African American leaders and provide program participants vital experience and education in the public policy arena.

CBCF’s Vice President of Research and Programs, Dr. Maya Rockeymoore expressed enthusiasm about the grant. “We are overwhelmingly pleased that the UPS Foundation has provided this grant. One of our primary goals is to equip future leaders with the knowledge and experience they will need to reach the next level academically and professionally. The UPS Foundation’s grant will help us continue in that important work.”

Established in 1951 and based in Atlanta, Ga. The UPS Foundation
identifies specific areas where its support clearly impacts social issues. In 2003, The UPS Foundation distributed nearly $40 million worldwide through grants that benefit programs and organizations such as the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation and provide support for building stronger communities.

“UPS and its employees have a longstanding commitment to the communities where we live and work. Philanthropy and employee volunteerism are a part of the company’s Culture,’’ said Evern Cooper, president of the UPS Foundation and Vice President of UPS Corporate Relations. ‘’Together with our nonprofit partners, we work to make a positive impact on the lives of people in need. UPS’s support of the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation signifies our shared focus and commitment to improve our communities.”

The CBCF, established in 1976, is a nonprofit, nonpartisan public policy, research and educational institute focused on leadership education, public health, economic development, and African globalism.