HBCU Female and Male Graduates Lineup (Photo Provided).
As society is in a continual state of flux, the Chicago office of UNCF, United Negro College Fund, is calling all pastors and faith leaders to support the organization with special donations in the month of March.
“Education is under attack and we have heard from our funders that funding budgets are being cut, so we are asking churches to do what they’ve always done – stand in the gap,” said UNCF Regional Development Director Lisa M. Rollins.
As a part of its Faith-Based Initiative unveiled this week, UNCF Chicago is urging those within the faith-based community to lead their congregations by giving a donation or by hosting a UNCF Sunday.
“We are asking all ministers and members of the faith community and the Chicagoland community at large for support as we shore up funds for the future to continue supporting local students,” said Rollins.
Pastors and faith leaders can implement their giving however they see fit. UNCF Chicago will share materials and strategies to support their fundraising.
“Some pastors are having their members who attended HBCUs wear their school gear on UNCF Sunday. Others are asking for testimonials from members about how attending college impacted their lives,” she said.
A toolkit has been designed to support the program including talking points, graphics, social media posts and church program copy.
To participate in UNCF Chicago’s Faith-Based Initiative, email info@uncfchicago.org or call 312-845-2200.
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