The Staunton Branch of the NAACP proudly announces its annual Freedom Fund Banquet scheduled for Saturday, August 3, 2024, at Hotel 24 in Staunton.
Themed “Working Together Defines Our Future,” the 2024 event will honor the achievements and contributions of individuals committed to advancing civil rights and social justice in the Staunton area. The Staunton Branch is excited to present six prestigious awards of honor to members of the Staunton community who have gone above and beyond to support the community.
“The Freedom Fund Banquet is an opportunity to acknowledge the progress we’ve made, recognize those who have paved the way, and inspire future generations to continue the work of the NAACP,” NAACP Staunton Branch President Kenneth Venable said.
The Freedom Fund Banquet is a cornerstone event for the NAACP, and serves as a significant fundraiser to support the organization’s legal defense fund and ongoing efforts to ensure the political, educational, social and economic equality of rights for all persons and to eliminate race-based discrimination.
The event will begin at 6 p.m. The keynote speaker will be President Of the NAACP Virginia State Conference Rev. Cozy Bailey. Special honors will be bestowed upon Pamela Fox, Terrell Mickens, Saundra Crawford, Kwadwo Donkor, Brandon Carter and William “Billy” Vaughn.
Bailey served as a Commissioned Officer in the United States Marine Corps (USMC) and received the Navy Commendation Medal, Defense Meritorious Medal, Meritorious Service Medal and the Legion of Merit before retiring as a Lieutenant Colonel.
Tickets for the Freedom Fund Banquet are available for purchase online or by contacting Sabrina Burress, 2nd Vice President of Staunton Branch NAACP and Chairperson for the event at [email protected].
Souvenir book ad opportunities are also available for businesses and individuals interested in supporting the event and the mission of the NAACP Staunton Branch. Purchases for souvenir book placement must be made via mail to Burress. Individuals may email to reserve their spaces.
Founded in 1909, the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) is the nation’s foremost civil rights organization. The Staunton Branch of the NAACP is dedicated to advocating for the rights and well-being of African Americans and other underrepresented communities in the Staunton area through activism, education and community engagement.
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