T-Mobile Makes $2.5M Donation for Educational Opportunities for Young Adults

Inspired by Black innovators who have forged pathways to success for their community, this week, on the first day of Black History Month, T-Mobile (NASDAQ: TMUS) announced a $2.5 million donation through its Magenta Scholars program to support the next generation of diverse leaders who will carry on that legacy.

T-Mobile’s $2.5 million donation will support the Thurgood Marshall College Fund’s scholarships for students attending historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) and the new National Black Talent Bank program that helps high school graduates jumpstart their professional careers and gain access to tailored higher education pathways. The company also announced expanded programming and curriculum for its NextTech Diversity and Magenta Edge initiatives, which provide training to underrepresented candidates interested in the telecom industry and connect Black entrepreneurs with resources to help grow their businesses.

“This $2.5 million donation and expansion of programs underscores T-Mobile’s commitment to supporting organizations and providing opportunities that empower Black scholars, tech workers and business leaders who will undoubtedly be tomorrow’s history-makers,” said Deeanne King, EVP and chief human resources officer at T-Mobile. “Black History Month is a perfect opportunity to expand on and reinforce the Un-carrier’s commitment to Equity in Action through meaningful collaboration with partners to bring forward even more resources for young diverse leaders in our communities.”

T-Mobile is also inviting customers to click on the donation option in the T-Mobile Tuesdays app. For every customer who participates, T-Mobile will donate $1 to the Thurgood Marshall College Fund (up to $300K, as part of the $2.5 million donation), which will go towards gap scholarships that help students meet outstanding financial obligations to graduate.