September 26, 2017
, Auburn Hills, Mich.
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The FCA Foundation, the charitable arm of North American automaker FCA US LLC, and the National Black Farmers Association (NBFA) today announced the winners of the 2017-18 National Black Farmers Association Scholarship. In total, 20 college students from across the United States were awarded $100,000 in scholarships ($5,000 per person) to help defray the cost of college tuition, fees, books, and room and board.
“The FCA Foundation is proud to partner with the National Black Farmers Association, said Shane Karr, Head of External Affairs, FCA – North America and President, FCA Foundation. “Through our shared commitment, a new generation will attain the skills and competencies needed to develop and expand access to sufficient, safe and nutritious food for all.”
2017-2018 National Black Farmers Association Scholarship Winners
It is also significant to note that three-quarters of this year’s NBFA scholarship winners are enrolled at 1890 Historically Black Land-Grant Colleges and Universities. The 1890 Land-Grant Universities are a network of 19 historically black colleges and universities, established by a second Morrill Act in 1890 to provide educational opportunity for all through innovative scientific research and community-minded extension programs.
2017-18 NBFA Scholarship Program by the Numbers:
15 – Students who attend one of the 19 historically black land-grant universities and colleges
4 – Tuskegee University
3 – Prairie View AM University
2 – Florida AM University
2 – Fort Valley State University
1 – Langston University, Lincoln University, Southern University and AM College and Tennessee State University, one student each
60 – NBFA scholarships awarded to 44 students since 2015
$287,500 – Educational support provided since 2015 by the NBFA Scholarship Program
NBFA scholarships are awarded based upon several criteria, including academic performance, demonstrated leadership, participation in agricultural and community activities, and career goals and objectives. Eligible students must also be enrolled or plan to enroll at an accredited two-year or four-year college, university or vocational-technical school.
About the National Black Farmers Association
The National Black Farmers Association is a non-profit organization representing African-American farmers and their families in the United States. As an association, it serves tens of thousands of members nationwide. NBFA’s education and advocacy efforts have been focused on civil rights, land retention, access to public and private loans, education and agricultural training and rural economic development for black and other small farmers.
About the FCA Foundation
The FCA Foundation is committed to rebalancing inequalities to promote the full realization of every human being. We seek to support outcomes in our communities that ensure people can enjoy equality and dignity. The FCA Foundation directs its resources toward the following areas of focus:
- Youth Development – helping young people develop the leadership qualities and resiliency necessary to succeed in school, at work, and in life.
- Education – building the skills and competencies that lead to achievement and support educational access and success.
- Military/Veterans – ensuring veterans successfully transition to civilian life and that the needs of military service members and their families are supported.
- Service – leveraging the talents and contributions of all members of the community.