A predominantly African American megachurch that has existed since the early 19th century has donated approximately $132,000 to relieve the debts of 11 graduating college seniors.
Alfred Street Baptist Church of Alexandria, Virginia, which was founded in 1803 and presently boasts around 10,000 members, donated $132,469 to eliminate the college debt of 11 graduates of Saint Augustine’s University.
The donation was given before the May 3 commencement, with representatives of Alfred Street Baptist attending the graduation service,…