'The Big Homecoming' and Wells Fargo Kick-off Year Two of Relationship To Create Ongoing Impact For HBCUs
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TBH365 Impact tour will resume in September 2023 kicking off at the Orange Blossom Football Classic and will make stops at Florida A&M University, Jackson State University, Virginia State University, Johnson C. Smith University, Clark Atlanta University,
The Big Homecoming Music & Culture festival is slated for May 4, 2024
"The Big Homecoming was created to be more than an annual festival. It's truly a comprehensive experience that embraces the Culture and offers hands-on opportunities for students to thrive," said Amir Windom, Creator, The Big Homecoming Festival and 365 Impact Tour. "Having a supporting organization like Wells Fargo, which has a longstanding record of committing to improving the quality of life for diverse customers, especially HBCUs, makes this next iteration of The Big Homecoming special. The 365 Impact Tour will have a sustaining presence that educates, inspires and engages HBCU students, faculty and staff throughout the entire year. Thanks to partners like Wells Fargo, we're off to a great start with more to come!"
"Working with Amir and The Big Homecoming team continues to be a great experience for Wells Fargo. We look forward to joining them on the university campuses for the upcoming school year," said Dewey Norwood, Senior Lead Diversity and Inclusion Consultant, Wells Fargo. "Our leaders have so much practical information to share with HBCU students, which can greatly benefit them today and in their future endeavors."
The 2023-2024 TBH 365 Impact programming will focus on key areas including:
- FINANCIAL EMPOWERMENT: Increasing students' financial wellness through a better understanding of budgeting, saving, investing and how to build generational wealth.
- EDUCATION: Providing resources, scholarships, internships and job recruitment opportunities for high school and HBCU students.
- LEADERSHIP: Curating conversations with global leaders and entrepreneurs to impact students' approach to smart decisions in life, work and play.
- HEALTH: Improving wellness through healthy lifestyle choices and a positive mindset.
- ENTREPRENEURSHIP: Providing students access to notable business owners to glean advice and tips from those who have launched successful brands.
Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) were founded in the face of discrimination and have a proud history and legacy of achievement. There are more than 100 HBCUs that serve diverse students and communities in urban, rural, and suburban settings. Each has a focus on creating pathways to opportunity for Black scholars and fostering academic achievement.
About The Big Homecoming + 365 Impact
The Big Homecoming is the first ongoing impact festival of its kind. The event offers an authentic HBCU experience through the annual 'Big Homecoming Music & Culture Festival' where all the HBCUs can bring their homecoming energy and celebrate the culture with one unified celebration. Throughout the school year, The Big Homecoming 365 Impact Tour visits HBCUs around the country to create sustainable impact for HBCUs through fireside chats, scholarship competitions and apprenticeship programs, to name a few. The festival taps into the nostalgia of connection that only HBCU homecomings offer. Through the company's 365 Impact campaigns, entertainment, philanthropy and the culture merge in a meaningful way to create year-round impact for HBCUs. For more information, visit TheBigHomecoming.com.
About Wells Fargo
Wells Fargo & Company (NYSE: WFC) is a leading financial services company that has approximately
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