This year's honorees are Michael Berlucchi, community relations manager, Chrysler Museum of Art; Pastor Emeritus Joe B. Fleming, Third Street Baptist Church; Dr. Johnny J. Garcia, founder and CEO, SimIS, Inc.; and Dr. Angela D. Reddix, founder, CEO and president of ARDX. Murphy was once homeless during high school, but despite his circumstance, he studied and persevered, and entered Morehouse with a 4.0 GPA. Boston: UNCF New England "A Mind is" Gala. Additionally, he continued his preparation for service to the Lord at United Seminary, Dayton, Ohio, and at the School of Religion at Boston University. Tiffany L. Jones, UNCF Area Development Director, Natia S. Walker, UNCF Development Director, One reserved estate table for 20 guests in the mayors royal court, Tickets for 20 guests to the VIP sponsor reception, Red carpet participation of designated company representative in the Parade of Dignitaries, Program named in honor of your company: (Presented By), Brand recognition in select print and electronic media, Prominent brand placement in pre-function area, Opportunity for company representative to serve as a UNCF Mayors Masked Ball Chairperson, Company logo as Presenting Sponsor displayed on sponsor welcome video, Full-screen ad on sponsor presentation video, Special gift for guests seated at your table, Acknowledgment on social media before, during and post-event, One reserved estate table for 14 guests in the mayors court, Tickets for 10 guests to the VIP sponsor reception, Marquis Sponsor recognition on all event marketing and press materials, Opportunity for company representative to serve as a vice chair on the event host committee, Company logo displayed on sponsor welcome video, Exclusive sponsorship of one of the program elements, including honorees or student testimonial, One reserved estate table for 10 guests in the mayors royal court, Tickets for 6 guests to the VIP sponsor reception, Pre-event red carpet photo opportunities with the host mayor, One (1) 30-second PSA shown during the event, Mayors Royal Court recognition on all event marketing materials, Company logo displayed on shared screen as part of sponsor video welcome and sponsor presentation video, One reserved table for 10 guests in the mayors masked court, Tickets for 4 guests to the VIP sponsor reception, Mayors Masked Court recognition on all event marketing materials, Opportunity for company representative to serve as an honorary vice chair on event host committee, Mayors Court recognition on all event marketing materials, Company name listed on table and in event materials. Despite the success of the ball and other fundraisers, UNCF can only help one out of 10 students who apply for scholarships . The Corporation of the Year honoree is Blue Shield of California. 972.234.1007 cortney.lewis@uncf.org. United Negro College Fund, Inc., is a recognized 501(c)(3) nonprofit; federal EIN, 13-1624241. The UNCF Mayor's Masked Ball is one of New Orleans' signature fundraising galas and premier social events of the year, focusing on raising awareness of the need and benefits of a college education, the students UNCF serves and the contributions of historically Black colleges and universities. After a three-year hiatus, the UNCF Milwaukee Mayor's Masked Ball is back live. UNCF.org/Detroit. 202.810.0333 Harry.Christian@UNCF.org. This year's Masked Ball Award honoree is Valerie Daniels Carter. 601 S. COLLEGE STREET This year's honorees are Frederiek Toney, president, global customer services division (retired), Ford Motor Company; Benjamin Bohannon, marketing manager, customer loyalty programs and cross-channel incentives, General Motors. 425 Water Street United States, Dana Brown 300 REUNION BLVD. This must-attend event is full of fun, fashion, glitz and glamour that supports UNCFs mission of investing in better futures for the young men and women we serve and by helping them move to and through college. Milwaukee: UNCF Mayor's Masked Ball. 6:00 PM - 11:00 PM, Renaissance Portsmouth-Norfolk Waterfront Hotel While totaling only 3% of all colleges and universities, UNCF institutions and other historically Black colleges and universities are highly effective, awarding 15% of bachelor's degrees, 5% of master's degrees, 10% of doctoral degrees and 19% of all STEM degrees earned by Black students in higher education. UNCF.org/NationalGala. Winds light and variable.. Tonight Senator Raphael G. Warnock, U.S. Congresswoman Nikema Williams, Atlanta Mayor [] New Orleans, Help UNCF support HBCUs and students! Honorees this year are Jerome Luke, senior vice president, business banking governance and credit policy, Regions Bank; LeVoria Bushelon, president, Bushelon Funeral Home; Leroy Abrahams, executive vice president, community affairs, Regions Bank; Landon Ash, chief executive officer, Xtreme Concepts, Inc; and Liz Hemberg, chief operations officer, Xtreme Concepts, Inc. UNCF.org/BirminghamMMB, Greenville, SC: UNCF Upstate Mayors Masked Ball. Sign up today for your free Reader Account. He been recognized as one of Inside Business Top Forty under 40, an OUTstanding Virginian by Equality Virginia, and has authored articles and given presentations on a range of topics related to his work experience and community/civic engagement. Corporate partners, educators, religious leaders and community influencers will be in attendance, including host Mayor LaToya Cantrell. Berlucchiserves as the City Council Liaison to the 5/31 Memorial Committee, Arts and Humanities Commission, Virginia Beach Development Authority, Human Rights Commission, Social Services Advisory Board and the Virginia Beach Community Development Corporation. Roland and Jewel Parrish, of Parrish Restaurants Ltd. will serve as event Co-Chairs. Raphael Warnock, and Jeezy in attendance. March 4, 2023 The New Orleans UNCF Mayor's Masked Ball is a private event funded by UNCF donors and sponsors, and is hosted by Mayor Cantrell, with whom we have a great relationship and sincerely appreciate . The 39 th annual UNCF Mayor's Masked Ball Atlanta is a premier fundraising gala and major social event focusing on raising awareness of the need and benefits of a college education, the students UNCF serves and the contributions of historically Black colleges and universities.. UPS was the title sponsor of the ball, joined by Presenting Sponsors, Chick-Fil-A, Norfolk Southern, Nike, Google, and Delta Air Lines. United States, Justine Boyd The Corporation of the Year honoree is Blue Shield of California. To register to attend or donate if you are unable to attend UNCFs March Madness events, visit UNCF.org/MarchMadness. The 2023 UNCF Mayors Masked Ball is hosted by Dallas very own Mayor Eric Johnson. Real Times Media. United Negro College Fund, Inc. (UNCF) Lia Roberson. UNCF.org/HamptonRoadsMMB. There will be lots of changes to this year's event with festivities . UNCF.org/ColumbusMMB. United States, Cortney Lewis Smith This must-attend event is full of fun, fashion, glitz and glamour, and supports UNCF's mission of investing in Better Futures for the young men and women we Pastor Fleming was chosen to receive one of the 2011 Humanitarian Awards for Hampton Roads given by the Virginia Center for Inclusive Communities, was honored by the Tidewater Metro Baptist Ministers Conference as Pastor of the Year, and 2012 Grassroots Volunteer for the Commonwealth of Virginia for the 3rd Congressional District. The second annual UNCF Mayors' Masked Ball in Newark is the organization's signature fundraising event and one of greater Newark's premiere social soires. The Gala will recognize outstanding partners who are helping to advance educational opportunities for young people of color. The UNCF Mayor's Masked Ball event has generated more than $11 million over 9 years in support of our local HBCUs and scholarship support to help deserving students get to and through college . The celebrities present were musicians Jermaine Dupri, Jeezy and wife, Jeannie Mai, actor Danny Glover and film maker and director Roger Bobb. The UNCF Mayors' Masked Ball is one of the organization's signature fundraising galas and premier social events of the year. Tiffany L. Jones. With the success of the Mayor's Masked Ball, thousands of students have a brighter future because of the support they receive. This must-attend event is full of fun, fashion, glitz and glamour that supports UNCFs mission of investing in better futures for the young men and women we serve and by helping them move to and through college. The ball will honor Charles Huff, owner, Charles E. Huff International Funeral Home; Lula Huff, tax commissioner, Muscogee County; and Pamela S. Williams, founder, owner and CEO, Peaceful River Residence Services. BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) The 77th Annual Birmingham Mayor's Masked Ball UNCF is switching to a virtual venue this year due to COVID-19. Sat Feb 04 2023 at 09:00 pm 80's Party. 312.845.2203 tonda.marcus@uncf.org. December 22, 2022. Florida A&M University alumnae . UNCF.org/SeattleGala. He serves on numerous boards (President of the Hispanic Chamber, Vice Chair Hampton Roads chamber, President Portsmouth Partnership, Begin Again Foundation, Chair Hampton Roads workforce council, Chair ODU College of Engineering, Chair ODU VMASC, Boys and Girls Club, Star base Victory, Communities in Schools, Portsmouth Athletic League, First Chesapeake Robotics, and many others. Hosted by a diverse group of corporate sponsors and local businesses, the events involve celebrities, dignitaries, civic leaders, volunteers, public officials, alumni and others who support UNCFs mission of investing in better futures for us all by empowering students to get to and through college. Corporate giants Colgate Palmolive Co., and . Pastor Joe B. Fleming is one of eleven children born to John H. and Rosetta M. Fleming in Holdenville, Oklahoma. Copyright 2023. The Birmingham UNCF Mayor's Masked Ball is a premier fundraising gala and major social event focusing on raising awareness of the need and benefits of a college education, the students UNCF serves and the contributions of historically Black colleges and universities. By supporting this event and investing in Better Futures for students, you are doing more than just opening doors to educationyou are helping provide the support students need to stay in college, earn a degree and prepare for success in todays workplace. March 25, 2023 UNCF.org/SeattleGala. Dr. Garcia has degrees from Old Dominion University (PhD), St. Leo College (BA and BS) and the Florida Institute of Technology (MS). Rashiid Coleman. This years Presidents Award recognizes Dr. Johnnetta Betsch Cole, former president of UNCF-member institutions Spelman College and Bennett College; the Frederick D. Patterson Award recognizes U.S. Senate Majority Leader Charles E. Schumer; and Delta Air Lines is being presented with the Keeper of the Flame Award. The UNCF Mayor's Masked Ball event has generated more than $11 million over nine years in support of local HBCUs and scholarship support. 6:00 PM, HYATT REGENCY DALLAS Learn more about our 15 events coming to a city or region near you this month. For more than forty years, Pastor Fleming has served as a consultant/trainer for churches, agencies, corporations, and conventions both in the continental United States and abroad. Honorees this year are Jerome Luke, senior vice president, business banking governance and credit policy, Regions Bank; LeVoria Bushelon, president, Bushelon Funeral Home; Leroy Abrahams, executive vice president, community affairs, Regions Bank; Landon Ash, chief executive officer, Xtreme Concepts, Inc; and Liz Hemberg, chief operations officer, Xtreme Concepts, Inc. UNCF.org/BirminghamMMB, Greenville, SC: UNCF Upstate Mayor's Masked Ball.