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GOOD NEWS FOR GOOD STUDENTS

http://www.upenn.edu/admissions/

"University of Pennsylvania Will Eliminate Loans for Students of Families Earning Less Than $50,000 ."

- March 23, 2006

PHILADELPHIA -- Expanding its effort to alleviate the financial burden on low- and middle-income students and to continue attract top students with diverse economic backgrounds, the University of Pennsylvania will provide grants for undergraduate students from economically disadvantaged families with incomes of $50,000 or less, Penn President Amy Gutmann announced today.

Harvard Financial Aid Initiative

http://www.admissions.college.harvard.edu/hfai/

"Our doors have long been open to talented students regardless of financial need but many students simply do not know or believe this.
We are determined to change both the perception and the reality."

- President L.H. Summers,
February 29, 2004

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BLACK EXCEL

http://www.blackexcel.org/

BLACK EXCEL is a resource for all,
especially African-American families and first-generation college students.

College & University Guidance, Scholarships, Money and Info Gateways
(For Students, Parents, College Advisors, Mentors, and Cultural Groups)

EDU Inc.
Common Black College Application

http://www.eduinconline.com/eduweb/

The EDU, Inc. Application allows students to apply to 34 colleges at once.

National Urban League

http://www.nul.org/

Since our historic founding in 1910 the National Urban League has worked to empower the lives of millions of Americans.

THE COLLEGE FUND

http://www.uncf.org/

"A mind is a terrible thing to waste!"

PRINICPAL BARUTI KAFELE'S
MESSAGE OF EMPOWERMENT
FOR STUDENTS, PARENTS & EDUCATORS

http://www.principalkafele.com/

Educational Consulting - Motivational Speaking - Male Empowerment

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The African Cultural Alliance of North America Inc
(ACANA)

http://acanaus.org/

For more than 10 years, ACANA has led advocacy efforts in the Philadelphia region for the welfare and rights of African and Caribbean immigrants and refugees.

ACANA has steadfastly delivered quality social, arts and cultural and other services to its clients.

BlackStudents.com

http://blackstudents.blacknews.com/

Top Scholarships For Black Students:
BlackStudents.com is a FREE online resource and weekly email newsletter for African American students.
Our site features profiles of Black colleges and the latest scholarships, internships and jobs.
The service is 100% FREE.

RichKidSmartKid.com

http://www.RichKidSmartKid.com

Financial Literacy Education for young people, their parents and teachers.

The Khan Academy

http://www.khanacademy.org/

Watch. Practice. Learn almost anything from arithmetic to physics, finance, and history — for free.

A Guide to Effective Citizenship Through AmeriCorps

http://www.crf-usa.org/civic-engagement/civic-engagement-curriculum.html

Civic Engagement Training & Technical Assistance Curriculum

A Guide to Effective Citizenship Through AmeriCorps was developed under a cooperative agreement with the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS) and meets their recommendation that programs incorporate citizenship training into their member development plans.

African Genesis Media Group

http://www.africangenesismediagroup.com/home/

"OUR MISSION.... is to promote love and mutual respect among the African American community through awareness programs to stimulate a positive self-image."

New Community Corporation

http://www.newcommunity.org/main.htm

MISSION

To help residents of inner cities improve the quality of their lives to reflect individual God-given dignity and personal achievement.

ABOUT NCC

Founded by a group of dedicated and visionary Newark residents in the aftermath of the 1967 summer disorders, New Community Corporation is the
nation's largest and most comprehensive community development corporation.

Harlem Congregations for Community Improvement, Inc

http://www.hcci.org/

"EMPOWERED CONGREGATIONS REBUILDING HARLEM"

Harlem Congregations for Community Improvement, Inc. ("HCCI") is a committed to the holistic revitalization of Harlem.

We provide economic development and empowerment opportunities to help Harlem residents rebuild our community.

WHCR 90.3 FM
The Voice of Harlem

http://www.whcr.org/

"WHCR is one of the few low powered FM stations in New York City.
Owned and operated by The City College of New York, WHCR has been broadcasting non-stop since 1986.
WHCR is the only community radio station licensed by the FCC to serve the Harlem community, home to half a million residents.
WHCR's signal reaches as far south as 42nd Street in Manhattan, as far north as 240th Street in the Bronx, as far west as Teaneck, New Jersey and as far east as Flushing, Queens."

"WHCR'S PROGRAMMING IS AS DIVERSE AS THE COMMUNITY IT SERVES.
You can listen to WHCR on-line using WINAMP, WINDOWS MEDIA PLAYER OR REAL PLAYER."

Enough Is Enough Coalition

http://www.enoughisenoughcoalition.com/

Enough Is Enough Coalition a grassroots organization founded in Atlanta GA in 1993.

The coalition receives no grants or funding and is made up of family members who have been victimized by Guns/ Violence (loss of a loved one).

Enough Is Enough Coalition believes that Education, Prevention, Awareness, and raising the conscious level of the dangers of Guns/ Violence are the solution.

Taking Sport and Life to the Next Level

http://www.tothenextlevel.org/

Athletic Performance Principles for Life are the keys to being a champion - not only in athletics, but in life as well. Study these areas
and plug this wisdom into your own life...you'll be glad you did!

Metropolitan Athletics Congress

http://www.mactrack.org/

Although the MAC is well known as the governing body for all running-related sports
in the region. It is less known that MAC has become one of the most innovative youth service providers in New York City.

In 1985, MAC implemented an innovative program called the "MAC Attack" to attack rising rates of school dropout,
substance abuse, violence, and crime in our communities.

The "MAC Attack" program marries academics to athletics MAC is committed to inspire, encourage, and support our youths to strive
for both athletics and academic excellence.

Office of Reconciliation Ministries

http://www.atimetoreconcile.org/

VISION:

To promote love for and appreciation of racial and ethnic diversity and respect for all peoples knowing that we are all God's children.
To promote oneness of mankind.

21st CENTURY LEADERSHIP

Harold Washington Chicago Maynard Jackson Atlanta Glenn Cunningham Jersey City

21st CENTURY LEADERSHIP

a tribute to
Mayor Glenn Cunningham
(1943-2004)
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The Afterschool Alliance

http://www.afterschoolalliance.org/

The Afterschool Alliance is a nonprofit organization dedicated to raising awareness of the importance of afterschool programs and advocating for quality, affordable programs for all children.

Team Walker

http://www.teamwalker.org/

Team Walker was founded in 1996 by Jersey City natives Jerry and Jasper Walker, who aspired to give children the same after school programs they enjoyed while growing up.

They knew these programs helped them mature academically, and also provided an athletic outlet for other abilities.

America's Promise
- The Alliance for Youth

http://www.americaspromise.org/

America's Promise was founded after the Presidents' Summit for America's Future, April 27-28, 1997, in Philadelphia.
Presidents Clinton, Bush, Carter, and Ford with First Lady Nancy Reagan representing her husband, challenged the nation to make youth a national priority.
Their call to action included a commitment on the part of the nation to fulfill Five Promises.

Jeffrey A. Robinson, Ph.D.

http://www.jeffreyrobinsonphd.com/

Dr. Robinson is a passionate advocate for entrepreneurship and the development of social enterprises.
He believes that long lasting change for inner city communities is stimulated when religious institutions, community leaders and business people work together toward the common goal of community revitalization.

The Wight Foundation, Inc.

http://www.wightfoundation.org/

The Wight Foundation provides superior opportunities for young men and women of the Greater Newark, New Jersey area and vicinity to achieve academic excellence within a boarding school environment.

Established in 1986 by Mr. Russell B. Wight, Jr., The Wight Foundation provides scholarship grants, based on family income, to attend boarding schools in New England & the Mid-Atlantic Regions.

Applicants must currently be in the 7th grade, excel in their academic work and attend school in the Greater Newark area (Essex, Union, Hudson, Passaic and Middlesex Counties).

A Better Chance

http://www.abetterchance.org/

About A Better Chance

Our historic mission – to transform talented students of color into successful leaders – is more relevant and critical than ever.

We have grown from just 55 students at approximately ten schools in 1964 to 1600 students at 250 member schools today.

We boast over 11,000 alumni – young men and women of color who have proven themselves in the rigorous environment of the nation’s finest public and private college preparatory schools.

These individuals overcame numerous challenges and now contribute to society as doctors, lawyers, scientists, teachers, artists, entrepreneurs and corporate leaders.

Girard College

http://www.girardcollege.com/

Girard College is a private boarding school for academically capable students, grades 1 through 12, from families with limited financial resources, headed by a single parent or guardian.

All 721 Girard students receive full scholarships to take part in the school’s strong academic program, and to live safely on its enclosed 43-acre campus in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Black Data Processing Associates
New Jersey Chapter

http://www.bdpanewjersey.org/

"BDPA is a premier organization for African-Americans in Information Technology.
BDPA is a global member focused organization that positions its members at the forefront of the IT industry.
We are committed to delivering IT excellence to our members, strategic partners, and community.
BDPA-NJ is growing and is striving to become a leading chapter in the organization."

"Our members include individuals who are employed at successful corporations, government agencies and educational institutions, and entrepreneurs.
BDPA-NJ and its members are committed to positive social change and devotes time to elevating the technology education and awareness to those in the surrounding communities."

African American History:
Major Speeches

http://faculty.washington.edu/qtaylor/aa_history_public/aa_major_speeches.htm

"If I had a thousand tongues and each tongue were a thousand thunderbolts and each thunderbolt had a thousand voices, I would use them all today to help you understand a loyal and misrepresented and misjudged people."
These were the words of Joseph C. Price, founder and President of Livingston College in North Carolina, who in 1890 delivered an address to the National Education Association annual convention held in Minneapolis.
Price’s words reflect on the long tradition of African American oratory.

Listed on this site are some of the most significant orations by African Americans with links to the actual speeches.

Coach John Wooden's Official Website

http://www.coachjohnwooden.com/

Coach John Wooden’s achievements are well-documented.
Nevertheless, it takes a keen sense of sports history to fully comprehend the magnitude of those achievements.
Los Angeles Times sports editor Bill Dwyre believes several of the records set by John Wooden’s UCLA teams will stand forever.

Marva Collins Seminars, Inc.

http://www.marvacollins.com/

The Gift of Education:

Marva Collins is first and foremost a teacher. One who stays true to the Latin meaning for the word teacher: "to lead and drawout".

From her sheer determination to never lose one child, Marva Collins has developed the best techniques, materials and resources to reach even the most challenging students

The Learning Connection

http://www.thelearningconnection.org/

Reading Disabilities and Language Disorders

When reading disabilities and language disorders get in the way of learning, the results can be frustrating for both the children and their parents.

"The Learning Connection" was founded for the sole purpose of solving the underlying root problems that keep students from achieving at their top potential.

Another Look at Carl Lewis

http://www.carllewis.com/

An all-time great Olympic Champion shares much helpful information for today.

Olympic stars Carl & Carol Lewis began their careers in the youth program of the Willingboro (NJ) Track Club.

That organization was co-founded by their parents Bill and Evelyn Lewis, two concerned educators who inspired and motivated many young people to achieve excellence.

Recently Carl Lewis launched Fit Forever (http://www.FitForever.com/), a website that is dedicated to empowering youth and adults, and to improving their life conditions through physical activity and a healthy lifestyle.

Please Read More Here.

Junior Olympic Skills

http://www.jrolympicskills.com/

The U.S. Jr. Olympic Skills Competition is a FREE national grassroots skills competition that provides both boys and girls, ages 8 to 13, the opportunity to showcase their athletic abilities in four (4) sports - basketball, soccer, tennis and track & field.

Joetta Sports & Beyond, LLC

http://www.joettasportsandbeyond.com/

Her purpose is to help individuals maximize their full potential and discover how to achieve greater success in one's athletic, personal, and professional life.

Joetta Clark Diggs is no stranger to Success! She is a 4-time Olympian who is considered by track enthusiasts as the most prolific 800m runner of all times.

Today, Joetta spends her time delivering high energy motivational seminars to athletic programs, businesses, and organizations across the country.

Joetta uses her public speaking ability, her community programs, and her knowledge of life enhancement skills to empower and prepare individuals to maximize their ability at home, work, and in life.

Post Traumatic Slave Syndrome

http://www.posttraumaticslavesyndrome.com/h_index.html

As a result of twelve years of quantitative and qualitative research Dr. Leary has developed her theory of Post Traumatic Slave Syndrome, a theory that explains the etiology of many of the adaptive survival behaviors in African American Communities throughout the United States and the Diaspora.

Abolish the "N" Word

http://www.abolishthenword.com/homepage.htm

Abolish the "N" Word
a great Web site!

Jon's Homeschool Resource

http://www.midnightbeach.com/hs/index.html

A source of neutral, non-commercial homeschooling information for over ten years.

National African-American Homeschoolers Alliance

http://www.naaha.com/

The National African-American Homeschoolers Alliance, as active homeschoolers, wants you to be well-informed, well-prepared and well-connected in order to provide the best home education for your children.

Les Brown Enterprises

http://www.lesbrown.com/

Inspiration From Les Brown:

It takes effort to live your dream every day of your life.

Here's a little inspiration to help you stay focused on your goals.

Online Speech Bank

http://www.americanrhetoric.com/speechbank.htm

Index to and growing database of 5000+ full text, audio and video (streaming) versions of public speeches, sermons, legal proceedings, lectures, debates, interviews, other recorded media events, and a declaration or two.

National Collegiate Scouting Association (NCSA)

http://www.ncsasports.org/

MISSION

NCSA empowers leaders through sport, education and business by connecting a trusted network of qualified athletes and their families with college coaches and members of the professional community committed to success.

Through extensive knowledge of college athletic scholarships, the NCAA Eligibility Center, academic scholarships and available financial aid options, NCSA gives student-athletes and their families the guidance necessary to help make the college choice decision even easier.

ABOUT NCSA

Our goal is to change your life for the better so that you become an inspiration to others.

* Get exposure in the most trusted college coach network
* Build your recruiting profile in 27 sports
* Determine YOUR recruiting potential

The Colgate Women's Games

35 Years of excellence were recently celebrated in Madison Square

Garden.

http://www.colgategames.com

The Colgate Women's Games is the nation's largest amateur track series open to all girls from elementary school through college.

Finalists compete for trophies and educational grants-in-aid from Colgate-Palmolive Company at New York's Madison Square Garden in February.

Our goal is to provide an athletic competition that helps the participating young girls and women develop a strong sense of personal achievement, self-esteem, instill the importance of education and provide a training ground for those who might not otherwise participate in an organized sport.

World record setting, Olympic double Gold Medalist, Otis Davis (a USA Track & Field Hall of Fame member), continues to blaze trails for those engaged in the pursuit of excellence.

As president and a co-founder of the tri-states Olympic Alumni Association, he was instrumental in the efforts that won the New York City metropolitan area the United States' bid for the 2012 Olympic Games.

As an advocate for young people, and a motivational speaker, he creatively produces challenging activities that inspire youths to develop their talent, improve their skills and pursue excellence in all areas of their lives.

He was the featured speaker at a leading Jersey City public school for their Black History Month celebration.

For more information about that event,
covered by both the electronic and print media,

To learn more about Mr Otis Davis,
his achievements and contributions to the Olympic movement,

Speaking recently at Bermuda College in Hamilton, noted film maker Spike Lee promoted the pursuit of educational excellence and criticized the work of some in the media for the destructive results of their work.

"The Use of
Knowledge is Power!"

Ken Carter
("Coach Carter")

Climate Change
is
REAL!

Global Energy Network Institute

FREEDOM IS NOT FREE!

Democracy is HARD Work!

America's
TAHRIR
Challenge & Opportunity!

"The Use ofKnowledge is Power!"

Ken Carter("Coach Carter")

Climate ChangeisREAL!