Mamadou Yarrow Educational Justice Fund

HBCU MSA Coalition was founded in 2015 by several alumni from Lincoln University-Pennsylvania and Cheyney University of Pennsylvania. These alums saw the needs of HBCU MSAs that were not being met (prayer space availability, access to Halaal food options, resources and a network) and there was no space for us to come together. The focus was to create a charter for all MSAs at HBCUs that is able to advocate, advise and provide resources to build stronger and sustainable chapters nationwide.

According to the Thurgood Marshall College Fund more than 75% of students attending an Historically Black College and University rely on the Federal Pell Grant and 13% rely on Parent Plus Loan. HBCU students borrow on average $26,000 in federal loans compared to $14,000 for non-HBCU students, according to the National Postsecondary Student Aid Study. And, about 92% of all student debt are federal loans. These statistics demonstrate the immediate need for financial assistance for students attending an HBCU. This fund is a step in a right direction to provide financial assistance to Muslim students interested in attending an HBCU without incurring interest. Your support of this fund will be greatly appreciated.

The HBCU MSA Coalition is an educational initiative of New Freedom Works, Inc. The mission of New Freedom Works, Inc. is to support community life through capacity building, cultural preservation, education and development. For more information about the HBCU MSA Coalition, please contact its chairman, Imam Bilal Hassan e-mail: [email protected]

In April 2024, the HBCU MSA Coalition partnered with A Continuous Charity (ACC) to establish the “Mamadou Yarrow Educational Justice Fund.” This fund aims to support the higher education of HBCU Muslim students by providing interest-free educational loans. We pray that this initiative will transform the lives of bright young Muslims who will strive to build a better world, seeking the pleasure of Allah (SWT).

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