Baltimore Ravens Owner Donating $4 Million for Maryland HBCUs In Honor Of Ozzie Newsome
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The owner of the National Football League’s Baltimore Ravens has made a financial contribution to several historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) in the Maryland area.
Baltimore Ravens owner Steve Bisciotti and his wife, Renee, will honor Ravens’ longtime personnel executive and Pro Football Hall of Famer, Ozzie Newsome, by contributing $4 million in Newsome’s name to Maryland’s HBCUs.
“The brilliance of Ozzie Newsome extends far beyond his accolades as a player and executive,” Bisciotti stated in a written press release. “Throughout his entire life, Ozzie has inspired and uplifted everyone around him with his leadership, humility, and determination. We hope that Ozzie’s example will inspire each of the Newsome scholars.”
BALTIMORE, MD (WEAA) Baltimore Ravens owner Steve Biscotti and his wife, Renee Biscotti are honoring Ozzie Newsome the team’s longtime executive and first Black general manager in NFL history by donating $4 million to Maryland’s Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).
The $4 million donation will create the Ozzie Newsome Scholars Program, which will fund scholarships for Baltimore City Public School graduates over the course of 4 years.
“Steve and Renee Bisciotti recognize the transformative impact of Maryland s Historically Black Colleges and Universities and are graciously paving a path for Baltimore City Public Schools graduates to take part in the legacy. Thanks to the Bisciotti Family and trusted support from CollegeBound, the Ozzie Newsome Scholars program will make the HBCU experience a reality for dozens of BCPS students by alleviating the hefty burden of college tuition and offering essential mentorship to ensure academic success”, sa