Newwave Foundation

We are officially 3 weeks out from our 4th annual business pitch competition, Pitch Perfect! NWF launched Pitch Perfect to help meet the funding gaps that underrepresented founders face. This year we are thrilled to announce our collaboration with VC Day DMV to host Pitch Perfect in-person on Friday, November 8th! Hosted by Sherifah M. & Claudius Taylor, PMP, this event will be the perfect atmosphere to network, connect and collaborate with industry professionals in the spaces of tech, social impact, and more. Founders will pitch for a chance to win up to $10k in non-dilutive capital and mentorship towards their business. Whether you are a seasoned investor, startup founder, or simply interested in the future of technology and entrepreneurship, this event is for you! If you'd like the opportunity to pitch, apply here: https://lnkd.in/e2c2geaZ If you'd like to attend and network, register here: https://lu.ma/i67pbnci

Morgan State University is proud to celebrate National Economic Education Month this October. Our Economics department students, supported by the Newwave Foundation, attended the "Illuminating GEOINT Career Paths" event hosted by the United States Geospatial Intelligence Foundation (USGIF). This special opportunity allowed our students to explore the world of Geospatial Intelligence (GEOINT) under the exceptional leadership of Dr. Linda Loubert. Join us in applauding our future leaders in economics and GEOINT. #EconomicEducation #GEOINT #MorganStateExcellence #FutureLeaders

Happy Monday! This week, we're focusing on building support systems. Thank you to Dr. Somachi K. for sharing your insightful piece on building support systems for our #MindfulExchange?initiative,?It's essential to be a supportive friend within your support network.

Happy Monday! This week, our focus is on highlighting Men's Mental Health. Let's foster meaningful discussions, exchange personal experiences, and raise awareness about this significant issue. Thank you to Aaron Oginni for shedding light on this vital topic for our #MindfulExchange initiative honoring Mental Health Awareness Month!

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 ?