On May 5, Texas Southern University (TSU) in Houston announced a $200,000 gift from the Moody Foundation in support of the Future Bankers Leadership Program (FBLP) at the Jesse H. Jones School of Business. This contribution further strengthens the program’s mission to prepare students for careers in the financial services industry through academic training, mentorship and hands-on banking experience.
The FBLP, launched in 2021, offers TSU business students a comprehensive introduction to commercial banking. Through a formal curriculum, interactions with executives and industry mentors, and commercial banking internships, students gain the critical skills necessary for a successful career in finance. The program has received robust financial and institutional support from banking partners and organizations committed to fostering the next generation of financial professionals.
“This generous contribution will play a crucial role in expanding the opportunities available to our students and ensuring the Future Bankers Leadership Program continues to produce highly skilled and competitive professionals who are prepared to tackle the challenges and realities of the banking industry from the day they step into their first role,” says John Scroggins, executive in residence.
The $200,000 grant is earmarked specifically to provide financial assistance to students through scholarships and support services, further increasing access to industry-relevant education and training.
“We believe that supporting education and workforce development creates a lasting impact, and we are excited to see the continued growth and success of the program,” says Elle Moody, senior vice president of grants at the Moody Foundation.
The Moody Foundation joins a distinguished list of organizations supporting the FBLP, including Cadence Bank, Allegiance Bank, First Financial Bank, Frost Bank, Texan Bank, the Texas Bankers Association Foundation, Woodforest Bank and the JHJ Business Advisory Council.
Since its inception, the FBLP has made significant strides in preparing students for industry success. The program has achieved a 100-percent pass rate for consecutive cohorts on the Risk Management Association Credit Essentials Certificate exam, giving graduates a competitive edge as they commence their careers.
Texas Southern University is designated as a special-purpose institution for urban programming and research, providing higher education access to the nation’s underserved communities since 1927.
The Moody Foundation was established by W.L. Moody Jr. , the late founder of Corpus Christi-based Moody National Bank, and Libbie Shearn Moody in 1942 to share their good fortune and make a difference in the lives of the people of Texas. Since then, the foundation has pledged and awarded more than $2.6 billion in grants throughout the state to organizations that have educated, healed, nurtured and inspired generations of Texans.
