Morris Brown College, a historically Black college in Atlanta, Georgia, has experienced its share of setbacks and challenges over the years. From almost closing in 2012 to graduating its largest class in 20 years this month, the institution has proven to be resilient.

42 Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) will enhance their campuses this year after being awarded nearly $3 million in grants from The Home Depot’s Retool Your School program. This year marks the 15th anniversary of campus improvements.

ATLANTA, April 12, 2023 – In the 14th year of its Retool Your School program, The Home Depot awarded 36 Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) with more than $2 million in grants to improve their college campuses. Alabama A&M University, Coahoma Community College and Fisk University placed first in their respective competition clusters, each winning a $150,000 grant.

ATLANTA, Jan. 25, 2023 — The Home Depot will increase its investment in Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) to $4 million in 2023 by launching an expanded range of community projects and career resources for students in its Retool Your School program. Half of The Home Depot’s increased commitment will prepare HBCU students to thrive in their future careers with new needs-based…

ATLANTA, Jan. 23, 2024 — The Home Depot is kicking off its 2024 Retool Your School program, which provides career development opportunities and improves campuses at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). The 2024 program marks the 15th year that The Home Depot has supported campus renovations that uplift HBCU students across the nation. This year, The Home Depot is expected to…

.node .field--type-image { float: none; width: 100%; }.node .field--type-image img { width: 100%; } Since 1992, The Home Depot has been partnering with the United Negro College Fund (UNCF), an organization that works to build a robust pipeline of highly qualified college graduates from under-represented populations. UNCF focuses on activities that ensure that more students are college-ready…

From landscaping and renovating dorms to repaving athletic courts, Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) around the country are using Retool Your School grant money to improve student life.  

The Home Depot Retool Your School program is bringing more impactful funding, career opportunities, and transformative campus projects. With a focus on culture, community, and student empowerment, this year’s program is poised to make an even bigger impact. Join us as we continue shaping the future of HBCUs. Together, we’re powered by purpose.Learn more at RetoolYourSchool.com.

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Today is the first official day of spring, but most homeowners and renters agree that spring begins when they start their first home project (64%), according to a new survey conducted by Reputation Leaders for The Home Depot. The survey revealed that spring cleaning marks the start of the season in most households.