Mary McLeod Bethune — American Educator born on July 10, 1875, died on May 18, 1955

Mary Jane McLeod Bethune was an American educator and life rights leader best known for starting a private school for African-American students in Daytona Beach, Florida. She attracted donations of time and money, and developed the academic school as a college. It later continued to develop as Bethune-Cookman University. She also was appointed as a national adviser to President Franklin D. Roosevelt as part of what was known as his Black Cabinet. She was known as "The First Lady of The Struggle" because of her commitment to gain better lives for African Americans... (wikipedia)

The drums of Africa still beat in my heart. They will not let me rest while there is a single Negro boy or girl without a chance to prove his worth.
Without faith, nothing is possible. With it, nothing is impossible.
Faith is the first factor in a life devoted to service. Without it, nothing is possible. With it, nothing is impossible.
I never stop to plan. I take things step by step.
We have a powerful potential in out youth, and we must have the courage to change old ideas and practices so that we may direct their power toward good ends.