We the People: A Community Rising

Schedule

Sat Oct 17 2026 at 07:00 pm to 09:00 pm

UTC-04:00
Location

George Mason University | Arlington, VA

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We the People: A Community Rising
79th Annual NAACP Arlington Branch Freedom Fund Banquet
Join us for Arlington's biggest civil rights & social justice event of the year!
NAACP Arlington Branch is thrilled to invite you to a vibrant evening honoring the collective power, resilience, and unity of our people. On October 17th, we are coming together to celebrate community strength, shared progress, and unapologetic pride. This won't just be an event—it will be an energetic celebration of what happens when we rise together.
Tickets will NOT be sold at the event. Be sure to get your tickets in advance.
EARLY BIRD DISCOUNTS
Through Monday, September 7, 2026
SPONSORSHIPS & JOURNAL ADS
Deadline Noon/12:00 pm Wednesday, September 23, 2026
TICKET & TABLE PURCHASES
Deadline Monday, October 5, 2026
Going with friends? Consider buying a table so you can all sit together.
Event Details
https://www.arlingtonnaacp.com/freedom-fund
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