The Gates Millennium Scholars Program (GMS), established in 1999, was initially funded by a $1 billion grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. 

The goal of GMS is to promote academic excellence and to provide an opportunity for outstanding minority students with significant financial need to reach their highest potential.

UNCF—the United Negro College Fund—administers the Gates Millennium Scholars Program (GMS). To reach, coordinate and support the constituent groups, UNCF has partnered with the American Indian Graduate Center Scholars, the Hispanic Scholarship Fund, and the Asian & Pacific Islander American Scholarship Fund to assist in implementing the program.

Gates Millennium Scholars Program

The office supports educational initiatives and scholarships for minority students through fundraising and program management.

United Negro College Fund

This department manages and promotes scholarship initiatives for students, fostering educational opportunities and access.

Scholarship Program

This department is focused on advancing knowledge and innovation through scholarly activities and research initiatives.

Research Development

This department manages the organization's communication and relationships with the public and stakeholders.

Public Relations

This department focuses on building relationships and facilitating participation between the organization and the community.

Community Engagement

This department focuses on fostering relationships and facilitating mentorship between scholars and alumni.

Gates Millennium Scholars Program

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Scholarship Program

Research Development

Public Relations

Community Engagement

Scholar Engagement

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Gates Millennium Scholars Program

Org chart

Teams

Scholarship Program

Research Development

Public Relations

Community Engagement

Scholar Engagement

Offices

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