A first-of-its-kind network of 22 historically and predominantly Black community colleges has banded together to develop new initiatives to improve their students' career and economic prospects.

Through Project Serv, colleges and universities can get grants that can make campuses more secure and provide care for students.

OnlineU study shows that the colleges, especially in South where median incomes are lower, can be smart choices for students.

Even without Build Back Better, institutions are smartly spending funds and getting them in the hands of students.