Williams said Morehouse granted him the stability he needed to succeed.
Rashaun Williams, who among his accomplishment is a part-owner of the Atlanta Falcons, has pledged the next four years of his salary to his alma mater, Morehouse College.
Williams shared the news while at Morehouse’s Candle In The Dark fundraising gala on Feb. 15.
“For the school that took me in when I needed a home, self-esteem, education, brotherhood, mentors, hope, and community, I hope to one day be able to give her a return on her investment,” said Williams.
At the event, Williams received the Bennie Trailblazer Award. In his address, he noted how influential his time at the HBCU was.
“One thing I’ve always wanted my entire life, coming from the South Side of Chicago, was just stability. I remember going to Crown Forum and freshman orientation and learning all the things I learned at Morehouse and eventually getting to Wall Street,” Williams said in his acceptance speech. “One thing Morehouse gave me that no one else has been able to give me in my entire life is that stability. For four years, Morehouse poured into me. And in return, I would like to donate my entire salary for the next four years back to Morehouse.”
The venture capitalist also champions financial empowerment and advocacy. He founded the Kemet Institute in his graduation year as well, offering free financial education to diverse and underrepresented communities. The Kappa Alpha Psi, Inc. member also recently launched Antimatter Business Partners. The company focuses on professional athletes and entertainers in the private equity space.
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Source: Black Enterprise
