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Monday, December 8, 2025

Podcast: UNCF Portfolio Project Supports Low-Income Students’ College Access

The United Negro College Fund’s Portfolio Project is a pivotal initiative aimed at empowering African American high school students from low-income and underrepresented backgrounds. By providing essential tools, resources, and mentorship, the program facilitates these students’ successful navigation of the college application process, specifically targeting 11th and 12th graders in their pursuit of higher education. UNCF Portfolio Project Coordinator for Seattle and Portland, Dallas Richardson, has the insight.

Interview by Chris B. Bennett.

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