Uplift Legacy Foundation Mission and Goals
The specific purpose of this Corporation is to promote, expand, and support increased completion of college preparatory courses among African-American students, in order to improve admissions competitiveness for majors in science, engineering, mathematics, medicine and business administration. A secondary goal of the Corporation is to improve the ability of parents to interact productively with representatives, staff, and teachers within schools and districts attended by their children.
In carrying out primary and secondary purposes, LEGACY UPLIFT FOUNDATION will:
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Raise funds to support the Corporation programs and allow the Corporation to sponsor African-American students to attend various STEAM and business programs throughout the country
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Seek to insure full and equitable participation in our region’s educational activities at all levels;
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Communicate and promote African-American educational issues at the federal, state and local levels of Government;
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Gain cooperation and commitment from public and private representatives to solicit participation and support for programs implemented in this region.
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Provide direct services to students and families to increase number of scholars prepared to enter scientific and math related college majors and related career occupations.
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Host programs and events that highlight academic excellence in general, and promote involvement in science related training, culture and education programs.