In celebration of Black History Month, our first-ever InstaMeet tour will feature three significant, African-American historical sites: Ben’s Chili Bowl, the African American Civil War Memorial Freedom Foundation and New Bethel Baptist Church.
Read MoreCBCF, United Health Foundation Awards 11 Scholarships to Diverse Students Pursuing Health Careers
The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation (CBCF) and United Health Foundation (UHF) recently awarded scholarships to 11 college students as part of CBCF’s Louis Stokes Health Scholars Program.
Read MoreCBCF Analyst Named Secretary of Prestigious NCOBPS
Congressional Black Caucus Foundation Senior Research and Policy Analyst Menna Demessie, Ph.D. was elected as secretary for the National Conference of Black Political Scientists (NCOBPS) during their annual conference in Chicago, March 14-16.
Read MoreCBCF President A. Shuanise Washington to Speak at NBA Convention
For 86 years, NBA has championed the interests of minority and women-owned banks, with the understanding that these banks play a critical role in sustaining the economic life of the communities that they serve.
Read MoreCBCF Makes Historic Investment in Minority Banks
The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation, Inc. (CBCF) made a $5 million investment in African American-owned banking institutions as part of a broader effort to increase the availability of loans for businesses and individuals in African-American communities.
Read MoreCBCF Welcomes New Board Members
The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation (CBCF) board of directors welcomed 10 new members last week – including a media mogul, an internationally known actor and activist, a syndicated television judge, members of the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) and business executives with significant expertise in health initiatives, supplier diversity and civic engagement.
Read MoreCBCF Announces New Guest Bloggers for The Village
CBCF recently announced the new guest bloggers for its blog, The Village. The Village allows CBCF to bring a sense of community online.
Read MoreFormer CBCF Fellow David Johns Appointed to White House Staff
Former Congressional Black Caucus Foundation fellow David Johns has been appointed as the executive director of the White House Initiative on Educational Excellence for African Americans. The announcement was made by Arne Duncan, U.S. education secretary.
Read MoreCBCF Announces New President/CEO and Chair of Board of Directors
A. Shuanise Washington was appointed the president and chief executive officer of the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation (CBCF) and Rep. Chaka Fattah of Pennsylvania was elected the board chairman during the Foundation’s annual board meeting.
Read MoreWelcome to The Village!
We here at the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation are very excited to launch our new weekly blog!
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