Newwave Foundation

Happy Monday! This week, we're honing in on the theme of self-love, encouraging each other to embrace it wholeheartedly. A big thank you to Funlayo Alabi for sharing your beautiful piece on self-love for our #MindfulExchange initiative, honoring Mental Health Awareness Month. Let's spread love and awareness together.

Happy 1st day of Mental Health Awareness month! This month is dedicated to raising awareness about mental health, reducing stigma, and promoting well-being. In light of this important cause, we have a special two part weekly initiative that we're kicking off next week, and we're inviting you to participate! Every week we'll dive into a new Mental Health theme and pose related questions on our Instagram story as part of our #MindfulExchange challenge. Questions will be posted every Monday and we'll be featuring participants who share their responses on our page! In addition, we'll also be having a weekly Instagram Takeover called #RealTalkTuesday. This will feature a variety of volunteers from our NWF community who will be sharing insights, answering questions and connecting with others based on the themed questions. Join us on Instagram @NWFoundation_ starting next week! #MentalHealthAwareness #WellnessChallenge #MentalHealthMatters

This year marks a milestone to celebrate for a couple of reasons! Since its birth in 2019, our scholarship program has provided over $100,000 in awarded scholarships to 20+ exceptional students. It's been an honor to support these scholars on their educational paths, becoming a part of their stories forever. Next month, our inaugural scholarship recipient will be graduating from Morgan State University, becoming the first NWF Scholar graduate — which is a testament to our program's full-circle impact. Our success in supporting students in the local DMV area have been made possible through our partnerships with CollegeBound Foundation, College Bound D.C., and Howard Community College. We extend a heartfelt thank you to the generous NWF volunteers who have dedicated their time to help us select our scholars over the years. Above all, we are pleased to be able to renew the scholarships of all our existing scholars and thank you all for your participation in this fulfilling journey.

The testimonials and feedback are still rolling in for HBCUniverse Summit! 💫 “This year’s HBCUniverse was a 10/10 - I would definitely recommend!” - Kayla Sellers (Summit Sponsors)

Ignoring your personal experiences could cost the people you're meant to serve...   I've come to realize the incredible power of personal experiences in driving impactful endeavors. Growing up, both my parents, as first-generation college graduates, emphasized the importance of education. Like many kids, I heard their words but didn't fully appreciate their significance at the time.   However, it was the passing of my father twelve years ago that ignited a profound transformation within me. His words and the life he lived became a guiding light, inspiring me to launch Newwave Foundation - a non-profit that provides educational opportunities including scholarships for first-generation college students, echoing the values my father cherished.   While his loss was undoubtedly painful, it served as the catalyst for something beautiful and impactful. It's a testament to the power of personal experiences, challenges, and passions in fueling new ventures.   Our unique stories and experiences can be our greatest assets, propelling us to create meaningful change in the world. Let's embrace our journeys and harness them as fuel to launch ventures that make a difference.     #PersonalJourney #Impact #Entrepreneurship  

What a wonderful interview with our Founder and Executive Director Sherifah M. and Kiante Bush, MBA of Venture for T.H.E.M.

With just two weeks remaining until our highly anticipated Money Talk$ event, we're thrilled to partner with Venture for T.H.E.M. and ThinkPGC for this year's HBCUniverse Summit holding on Saturday, February 24th, 2024 from 10am - 4pm EST.   In honor of Black History Month, this year's dialogue will pivot towards understanding and leveraging digital currencies amidst economic uncertainties. Moderated by our Founder and Executive Director Sherifah M., we've curated a diverse lineup of industry leaders, innovators, and visionaries, each bringing a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table speaking to the future of digital currency. Without further ado, let's meet our dynamic panel!    ·   Managing Partner, Copper & Vine Studio, Co. Rakia Finley ·   Founder & CEO of Black With No Chaser, CJ Lawrence ·   Author & Collegiate financial wellness expert, Tisa Silver Canady, EdD ·   VP, Small Business Ambassador at M&T Bank, James W. Peterson, Jr. · Founder and Executive Director, NWF & Host of Distinctly You Podcast, Sherifah M. Click here to register today! https://lnkd.in/eCmTNHK4

In just three weeks, we're thrilled to present Money Talk$ 2024 — an inspiring event celebrating HBCU entrepreneurship & financial literacy in honor of Black History Month.   Join us in partnership with Venture for T.H.E.M., Think PGC, The White House HBCU Initiative, and Morgan State University for an unforgettable day on Saturday, February 24th @ 2pm EST, at Morgan State University! Click here to register today! https://lnkd.in/eCmTNHK4