MANSFIELD – The Mansfield Chapter of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) #3190 warmly invites community members, partners, and supporters to attend its annual Freedom Fund Banquet — a cornerstone event celebrating progress, resilience, and the ongoing fight for civil rights.
Date: Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025
Time: Social Hour begins at 5:30 p.m.
Location: Mary McLeod Bethune Community Center, 140 PAE, Mansfield, Ohio.
Theme: “The Fierce Urgency of Now.”
This year’s banquet promises to be inspiring and thought-provoking. We are proud to welcome Teana Sykes, Creator and Chief of Tea Talk, as our keynote speaker. Teana brings a fresh and powerful voice to conversations around community empowerment, equity, and leadership.
Guests will also have the opportunity to meet Artise Anderson, the new President of the Mansfield NAACP. Anderson will share his vision for the future of the organization and how we, as a community, can move forward together.
Tickets are $50 and can be purchased by contacting Winston Greene at 419-610-1600, or through any member of the NAACP Executive Committee.
The NAACP is the oldest and most recognized civil rights organization in the United States. Your continued support enables us to advocate for justice, equality, and opportunity for all.
We look forward to seeing you on Nov. 1. Your presence and support make a difference