Posse Partners with Miranda Family Fund, CalArts to Launch Arts Diversity Initiative
Conceived in partnership with the Miranda Family Fund, the Posse Arts Program seeks to create a diverse pipeline of leaders in the creative arts.
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Announcing Posse Arts: Michelle Obama Celebrates New Posse Collaboration with Lin-Manuel Miranda
The Posse Foundation has launched a new arts initiative in partnership with Lin-Manuel Miranda and the Miranda Family Fund, with CalArts as the first institutional partner. Former First Lady Michelle Obama announced the program at a virtual panel hosted by Lin-Manuel Miranda in honor of his upcoming film "In the Heights."
Announcing Posse Arts: Michelle Obama Celebrates New Posse Collaboration with Lin-Manuel Miranda
The Posse Foundation has launched a new arts initiative in partnership with Lin-Manuel Miranda and the Miranda Family Fund, with CalArts as the first institutional partner. Former First Lady Michelle Obama announced the program at a virtual panel hosted by Lin-Manuel Miranda in honor of his upcoming film "In the Heights."
Major Gifts From MacKenzie Scott, Netflix, Fidelity and More Strengthen Program, Spark Growth
Last year brought a phenomenal outpouring of major gifts to The Posse Foundation, providing critical funding in a time of upheaval and uncertainty.
Posse Establishes 10 New College Partnerships in 2020
These new partnerships will support at least 500 Posse Scholars over five years and many more into the future.
Brandeis Alumnus Excels in Orthopedic Surgery, Joins Posse Board
Dr. Nana Sarpong is now the executive chief resident for the Department of Orthopedic Surgery at Columbia University Irving Medical Center through NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital.
Babson Scholar Founds Mentorship Program for Girls in Bangladesh
Posse Scholar Aria Mustary is the founder of the Mai Soli Foundation, a nonprofit working to level the playing field for young girls in developing countries.
Longtime Board Member Leads in D.C.
Donella Brockington is the current chair of the Posse D.C. Advisory Board and a member of Posse’s National Board of Directors.
Posse Launches Virtual Program, Expands to Recruit Students from 20 Cities Across U.S.
The new Posse Virtual Program project was inspired by Posse’s successful transition to an online model in response to the COVID pandemic.
Pioneering Mayor David Dinkins Leaves Legacy of Service
The Posse Foundation joins the country in mourning the loss of Mayor David Dinkins. A trailblazing politician and a beloved board member, he will be sorely missed.
Carleton College Scholars Lead as Student Government President, VP
Andrew Farias and Brittany Dominguez first met when they were selected to attend Carleton in the same Posse from Houston, Texas. They are now leading the college's student government.