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The 1954 Project Luminary Award
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The 1954 Project Luminary Award

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Opportunity type
Award
Funding
Fully Funded
Location
United States
Deadline
Archived
Age
No specific age requirement mentioned

About this opportunity

The 1954 Project Luminary Award celebrates nonprofit education leaders advancing equity for Black students and communities. Selected Luminaries receive $1 million in unrestricted funding, leadership coaching, and access to a national network of changemakers over a three-year journey.

Who can apply

  • Lead a U.S.-based nonprofit organization
  • Demonstrate vision, proximity, and commitment to Black student success
  • Align with one of three grantmaking areas:
  • Innovation in Teaching and Learning
  • Diversity in Education
  • Pathways to Economic Mobility
  • Be ready to strategically leverage $1M funding
  • Participate fully in a 3-year leadership experience

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