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Birmingham Times — Penny Games featuring HBCUs and Birmingham City Schools

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City of Birmingham official news — Birmingham, Penny Foundation offer $43,000 in incentives for families, BCS students who “ready Day One”

BirminghamWatch — Penny Games to showcase intellectual sports

Alabama NewsCenter — Penny Foundation builds Black businesses and leaders in Alabama and beyond

Alabama Weather Network — Penny Foundation to host 3-day HBCU debate and esports event in Birmingham

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The Penny Games

The Penny Games is a flagship initiative that brings together civic dialogue, competition, and career exposure to prepare young people for leadership in a rapidly changing economy. Through debate, gaming, workforce engagement, and cultural programming, The Penny Games creates space for students to sharpen critical thinking skills, explore career pathways, and engage directly with employers and institutions.