Pastor T.D. Jakes delivered the commencement address at Morris Brown College in Atlanta, Georgia, last Saturday and made a generous contribution to support the institution. At the conclusion of his speech, Jakes announced a $100,000 donation to the college. According to The Potter’s House, the Texas-based church where Jakes serves as lead pastor, this donation could cover over 150 workforce certification exams, helping students gain credentials in high-demand industries.
The ceremony, held at Saint Philip A.M.E. Church, saw 58 graduates cross the stage. Jakes himself received an honorary degree and emphasized the significance of investing in the next generation, connecting Morris Brown’s revival with a larger movement of empowerment and self-determination.
“The surprise announcement underscores a key theme from his commencement address: That legacy is not what we inherit but what we invest forward,” Jakes’ church said in a statement…