The NEED Podcast
The NEED Podcast brings you powerful stories from the frontlines of educational equity. Hosted by Dr. Marcia Sturdivant, President & CEO of NEED, each episode features dynamic students, passionate advocates, and strategic partners who are reshaping futures through mentoring, scholarships, and collaborative support.
Whether you're navigating the college journey, uplifting your community, or exploring how your organization can make a difference, this series offers real talk and real tools. Expect inspiring conversations, practical insights, and a celebration of the partnerships making higher education possible—especially for those who need it most.
Learn how you can help unlock the power of education. Apply for scholarships, access support, or get involved at www.NEEDLD.org ✨ You can also reach us at needpgh@gmail.com or 412-566-2760.
To learn more about NEED visit:
https://www.NEEDLD.org
NEED
429 Fourth Avenue, 20th FL, Suite 2000
Pittsburgh, PA 15219
412-566-2760
Episodes
Celebrating Scholars, Fueling Futures: NEED's Annual Dinner Turns Recognition Into Opportunity
How A Community Turned Medgar Evers’ Legacy Into 50,000 College Journeys
Inside NEED’s 10-Day Journey Through HBCUs And History
Own Your Path To College Success: Advice From Dr. Marcia Sturdivant
Beyond The Dollar: The In-Kind Power Of Noncash Support
Guiding Parents To Boost Student Success: How Families Fuel College Dreams
How a Single Scholarship Transforms Families, Communities, and Futures
Southbound to Self-Belief: How HBCU Tours Transform First-Gen Students and Families
The Pipeline to Higher Ed: NEED's Academic Enrichment Programs
Breaking Barriers: How Mentorship Transforms College Access for Underserved Youth
From Tragedy to Triumph: How NEED Has Changed 48,000 Lives Since 1963