Coco Gauff Donates $150,000 More to UNCF, Totaling $250,000 for HBCU Students

Times of India · sports

Tennis star Coco Gauff has donated an additional $150,000 to the United Negro College Fund (UNCF), bringing her total contribution to $250,000. This funding is dedicated to scholarships for student athletes at historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) who compete in tennis. Gauff's initiative aims to help these students balance academic pursuits with the demands of competitive sports. The Coco Gauff Scholarship Program has already supported 10 student athletes across six institutions, underscoring her commitment to education and equal opportunities beyond the tennis court.