The Power of 10 is Posse’s signature fundraising event that recognizes the strength of a Posse of 10 dynamic students and celebrates diversity in higher education and the workforce.
Posse D.C. Honors FedEx Exec, Breaks Fundraising Record
On October 10, Posse D.C. hosted its fifth annual Power of 10 event at The Hamilton Live in Washington, D.C. With more than 200 guests from D.C.’s corporate, civic, education and philanthropic communities, the event raised over $165,000, breaking records in attendance and fundraising.
Hilton Executive Forges Partnership with Posse D.C.
Michael C. Ford is the newest member of the Posse D.C. Advisory Board. He currently serves as the vice president of global diversity and inclusion at Hilton Worldwide, which operates more than 3,900 hotels in 91 countries.
Summer Leadership Award Recipients Span the Globe Exploring Careers
During the summer of 2012, eight Posse D.C. Scholars interned in Ecuador, Ghana, Bangladesh, New York City and the District with the support of the Posse Summer Leadership Award (PSLA), which provides funds to Scholars with unpaid internships. The 2012 PSLA recipients worked in fields as varied as fashion, education and neuroscience.
Alumni Honored for Contributions to Posse, Community
At October’s Power of 10 fundraiser, Posse Boston alumnae Sharhea Wade (Bryn Mawr Posse 6) and Elizabeth Walczak (Hamilton Posse 1) were recognized for their contributions to Posse and impact on the greater community.
Q&A with New Advisory Board Members
Over the past year, Posse Boston has significantly expanded its advisory board, adding six leaders from the Boston community. Each new board member has brought a fresh perspective to the table, and we are extremely grateful for their energy and commitment. We recently asked them to reflect on their involvement with Posse.
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Posse Boston Honors Carolyn and Peter S. Lynch, Raises over $220K at Power of 10 Event
In October, over 260 supporters, friends and alumni came together for Posse Boston’s fourth annual Power of 10 fundraiser. Held at the elegant State Room, with stunning views of the Boston Waterfront, the event raised more than $220,000 and recognized Carolyn and Peter S. Lynch of the Lynch Foundation for their philanthropic leadership and commitment to educational access.
Hamilton Posse Alumni Open for Jon Bon Jovi
Hamilton Posse 8 alumni Kadahj Bennett and Anthony Mathieu opened for Jon Bon Jovi and the Kings of Suburbia at a benefit concert for Hamilton College on December 5, 2012, at the Best Buy Theater in New York City.
Belk Hosts Posse Atlanta Fashion Show
In July, Posse Scholars hit the runway at The Posse Atlanta Fashion Show, modeling professional ensembles styled by Belk, a leading fashion retailer and Posse supporter.
President Obama Donates Portion of Nobel Peace Prize Money to Posse
On March 11, 2010, The Posse Foundation became one of only 10 organizations selected by President Barack Obama to receive a portion of the president's $1.4 million Nobel Peace Prize award money, which he elected to donate to charitable causes. The news that Posse will receive a generous gift of $125,000 came via a White House announcement.
Posse President, Founder Wins MacArthur "Genius" Award
Deborah Bial, president and founder of The Posse Foundation, was awarded a 2007 MacArthur “Genius” Fellowship from the Chicago based John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation.