STAUNTON – The Staunton branch of the NAACP announced in a press release its annual Freedom Fund Banquet is set to take place on Aug. 3 at Hotel 24 South in Staunton.
This year’s event, themed “Working Together Defines Our Future,” will honor the achievements and contributions of individuals committed to advancing civil rights and social justice in the Staunton area.
"We are excited this year to present six prestigious awards of honor to members of our Staunton community who have gone above and beyond to support our community," the NAACP Staunton branch said in the release.
The Freedom Fund Banquet is a cornerstone event for the NAACP, serving as a significant fundraiser to support the organization’s legal defense fund, ongoing efforts to ensure the political, educational, social, and economic equality of rights for all persons and to eliminate race-based discrimination.
“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,” said Kenneth Venable, president of the NAACP Staunton Branch.
The evening will feature a keynote address from the Reverend Cozy Bailey, president of the Virginia NAACP and the NAACP Virginia State Conference. Bailey served as a commissioned officer in the United States Marine Corps and received the Navy Commendation Medal, Defense Meritorious Medal, Meritorious Service Medal, and the Legion of Merit before later retiring as a Lieutenant Colonel. Bailey is a member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Incorporated.
Freedom Fund Banquet event details
Date: 6 p.m. Aug. 3
Venue: Hotel 24 South, 24 S. Market St., Staunton
Keynote speaker: Rev. Cozy Bailey, president of the Virginia NAACP and NAACP Virginia State Conference
Special honorees: Pamela Fox, Terrell Mickens, Saundra Crawford, Kwadwo Donkor, Brandon Carter and William Vaughn
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 naacp_sb@yahoo.com .
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 at the address provided below. But individuals may email to reserve their spaces.
About the NAACP
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.
For more information, visit the Staunton Branch social media page at https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100095284465455 .
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