UNCF’s 80th Anniversary Celebration Continues with Chicago’s 41st Annual Walk for Education, Sept. 7

As UNCF (United Negro College Fund) observes its 80th anniversary, UNCF Chicago will hold its 41st Annual Walk for Education®, Sept. 7, 2024, at 8 a.m., in Chicago at Burnham Park, Grove 7, South DuSable Lake Shore Drive at 39th Street. As in previous years, participants can choose a 5K walk/fun run or a 10K bike/skate course. The UNCF Chicago Walk for Education raises funds to support Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and the students they serve through the help of individuals, corporations and other group donors. From 2022 – 2023, UNCF awarded 541 scholarships to students in Illinois. Toni Preckwinkle, President of the Cook County Board of Commissioners, returns this year as Honorary Chair of the Walk for Education. Radio personality Ramonski Luv from FM Omni-Channel Radio will serve as emcee. Advocate, scholar and future veterinarian Amara Harris will serve as Grand Marshal. “It is always a pleasure to have Toni Preckwinkle, President of the Cook County Board of Commissioners, serve as Walk Chair. Throughout the years, she has embraced UNCF and has continually shown her love for these young students and their families and her commitment to extend avenues to higher education,” said Lisa M. Rollins, UNCF...