2026 SDARJ Gala
About this Event
The evening will feature remarks from Delaware’s leading elected officials and local business leaders, live music and entertainment, a silent auction, and a formal program celebrating SDARJ’s accomplishments over ten years. Special guests include speakers who will congratulate the organization and share their support for its continued mission.
“Ten years ago, a small study group came together around The New Jim Crow, and that spark ignited a movement,” said Charlotte King, SDARJ Board Chair. “Today, we stand proud of what we’ve accomplished—from scholarship programs to policy advocacy to cultural change. This gala honors not just our past, but our commitment to the next decade of work.”
SDARJ was founded in June 2015 by Charlotte King and Jo Klinge, with support from the Delaware Coalition to Dismantle the New Jim Crow. The organization has grown to become a leading voice for criminal justice reform and racial equity in Delaware, operating multiple committees, hosting community town halls, sponsoring scholarships for Black and African American students through the Charlotte King Scholarship Program, and providing support for returning citizens.
Event Details
Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026
Time: 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Location: Kings Creek Country Club, Rehoboth Beach, Delaware
Dress Code: Cocktail Attire
Ticket & Sponsorship Information
Individual Tickets: $135 per person
(This is SDARJ’s third annual gala; the previous two events sold out. Early registration is encouraged.)
Sponsorship Levels:
All sponsors receive reserved seating, recognition in the program journal, and on-screen acknowledgment during the event. The program journal also provides space for congratulatory messages and advertisements supporting SDARJ's mission.
- Diamond Sponsor: $10,000
- Platinum Sponsor: $6,000
- Gold Sponsor: $4,000
- Silver Sponsor: $2,000
- Bronze Sponsor: $1,000
Click here for details and to sponsor the Gala.
Volunteer Opportunity
Click here and apply to volunteer at the Gala.
About SDARJ
The Southern Delaware Alliance for Racial Justice is a non-partisan, member-supported organization that educates, informs, and advocates for racial justice, equality, and fair opportunity. SDARJ challenges structural and systemic racism, supports returning citizens, sponsors scholarships, and collaborates with like-minded organizations across Delaware and the nation to dismantle the New Jim Crow and promote healing and equity.
Media Contact
Joseph Lawson
Southern Delaware Alliance for Racial Justice
sdarj.org
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
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