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Chief sponsor of $14 billion to provide a $2,500 tax credit for tuition and other expenses for college students or their parents. The AOTC is expected to assist 3.7 million students meet their college expenses.
Congressman Fattah is the architect of this early college awareness program. Over the past 10 years, more than $3 billion in federal funds have been distributed to some 12 million students in 49 states, Puerto Rico, the District of Columbia, and U.S. territories. GEAR UP serves as an international model to aid underserved students in […]
Leading legislative advocate for the $3.2 billion program – with $39 million allocated to Philadelphia and its region. These block grants will assist over 1,041 local communities in the development of programs to implement various energy efficiency and conservation projects.
Applies over $3 billion in TARP funds to the threatened mortgages of millions of unemployed homeowners so they can remain in their homes. HEMA traces its roots to a similar Pennsylvania program Fattah created while a State Legislator that has provided over $236 million to tens of thousands in need. The measure passed in House.
Creator of this city-wide initiative providing almost $27 million in scholarships to over 14,500 students to help put college within reach of every Philadelphia high school student and build a more highly-educated workforce to attract desirable employers to the city.
An early proponent of the legislative strategy that ultimately led to the bill’s signing into law. Health care reform now ensures affordable coverage will extend to more than 32 million more Americans; provide security and stability to those who have health insurance; and shift power from insurance companies to consumers. Additionally, Congressman Fattah was an […]
The children sat placidly in their chairs, elbows on the table, eyes forward. One munched on a clementine. A group of younger children, ages 3 to 5, colored quietly in the back.
The BlackPlanet.com Community is cordially invited to be a part of the live studio audience for the taping of “Sistah Talk TV” on Saturday, December 11, 2011 in New York City. Pictured Above: “Sistah Talk TV” – Dietra Kelsey, Shawn Seymour Gipson, Robin Michele Downes On Saturday December 11th You’re invited to be a part […]
The American Heart Association has joined with GMC, formerly the Gospel Music Channel and Music World Gospel to educate people about stroke through an online gospel singing competition.
Christian Singles is our most popular singles group catering specifically to the religious set. Come, sign up and meet like-minded people and enjoy yourself! You can see the group here. In Trying Times, Keep Your Head Up! Living In Spirit & Truth Dr. Hulon Crayton: Is He A Doctor or Is He A Musician?
Goals • Personal and community-based goal-setting through simulated labs • Develop personal action plans upon graduation from Kappa Kamp • Learn how to collaboratively strengthen communities through service • Provide opportunities for utilization of skills learned in Kappa Kamp • Complete a community service project within a year of graduation Overview Kappa Kamp, a partnership […]
The BlackPlanet audience has plenty of multi-talented members who aren’t afraid to showcase their skills from time to time. Today’s spotlight is an entrepreneur by day and sax player by night, Hulon (Dr. Hulon Crayton), is a Florida philanthropist with a successful medical practice. A member of the group, ‘On Call’, check out his profile […]