Oh, What a Night! RARE’s 5th Anniversary Celebration
In a beautifully decorated and purposeful venue filled to capacity, supporters joyously gathered for RARE’s 5th Anniversary Celebration at the […]
MONEY, MONEY, MONEY, MONEY!
Now that we’ve got your attention, let’s talk about higher education. The Roosevelt Alumni for Racial Equity (RARE) Scholarship Committee […]
RARE Open Discussion: The Power of Connections for Students Today
Join RARE for an inspiring Open Discussion exploring how the Connections program helps students build meaningful relationships and foster a […]
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2025 Forrest Ward Racial Equity Award Honorees
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RARE’s New Financial Literacy Webpage
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Celebrate RARE’s 5th Year with a GiveBIG Donation!
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A Total War on DEI
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Successful READ SEATTLE Literacy Event
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