FREEDOM FUND
Join us for an evening that celebrates the difference we can make—together!
Get Your Tickets Today!
- Exclusive 45-Minute VIP Reception – Enjoy early access with community leaders, elected officials, sponsors, and distinguished guests before the main event begins.
- Complimentary Hors d’Oeuvres & Refreshments – Savor a selection of delicious appetizers and beverages while networking in an intimate setting.
- Limited-Edition VIP Keepsake – Receive an exclusive commemorative VIP wristband as a special memento of your support and participation.
- Meaningful Networking – Connect with changemakers, business leaders, and NAACP supporters who are committed to advancing equity and strengthening our community.
Become a Sponsor
Businesses, organizations, and community leaders are invited to partner with us as sponsors of the 2026 Freedom Fund Banquet.
Your partnership helps make this special evening possible while demonstrating your commitment to our community and to investing in the people who will help shape its future.
Sponsorship is more than visibility. It is an opportunity to stand behind a message that matters:
LEGACY SPONSOR | $15,000
- Two reserved tables with the company/individual name
- 16 Complimentary VIP Banquet tickets
- Host and Introduction at the VIP event
- Full-page ad with preferred placement in the commemorative booklet and Black Biz Volusia Business Directory
- Name/logo in the slide presentation during the event
- Five-minute sponsor showcase at the event
- Two-minute sponsor video on the branch website
- Name/logo placement on the branch website and social media platforms
CHAMPION SPONSOR | $10,000
- A reserved table with the company/individual name
- 8 Complimentary VIP Banquet tickets
- Acknowledged at VIP event as a lead sponsor
- Full-page ad with preferred placement in the commemorative booklet and Black Biz Volusia Business Directory
- Name/logo in the slide presentation during the event
- Two-minute sponsor showcase at the event
- One-minute sponsor video on the branch website
- Name/logo placement on the branch website and social media platforms
PROSPERITY SPONSOR | $5,000
- A reserved table with the company/individual name
- 8 Complimentary VIP Banquet tickets
- Full-page ad in the commemorative booklet and Black Biz Volusia Business Directory
- Name/logo in the slide presentation during the event
- Two-minute sponsor showcase video at the event
- 30-second sponsor video on the branch website
- Name/logo placement on the branch website and social media platforms
ADVOCATE SPONSOR | $1,500
- A reserved table with the company/individual name
- 6 Complimentary VIP Banquet tickets
- Half-page ad in the commemorative booklet and Black Biz Volusia Business Directory
- Name/logo in the slide presentation during the event
- Name/logo placement on the branch website and social media platforms
AMBASSADOR SPONSOR | $1,000
- Half-page ad in the commemorative booklet and Black Biz Volusia Business Directory
- 4 Complimentary Banquet tickets
- Name/logo in the slide presentation during the event
- Advertising on the NAACP branch website and social media platforms
BRIDGE BUILDER SPONSOR | $500
- Quarter-page ad in the commemorative booklet and Black Biz Volusia Business Directory
- 2 Complimentary Banquet tickets
Name/logo in the slide presentation during the event, and on social media platforms
An Evening of Celebration, Community & Purpose
33rd Annual Freedom Fund Banquet
Each One. Reach One. Mentoring Matters.
The NAACP West Volusia Branch invites you to an unforgettable evening celebrating leadership, service, community, and the power of mentorship.
Join community leaders, advocates, supporters, and friends for an elegant evening featuring:
- Special Guest: State Representative RaShon D. Young
- Community Recognition: Honoring individuals and organizations making a difference
- Dining & Entertainment: An evening of connection and celebration
- Impact & Purpose: Supporting the continued work of the NAACP West Volusia Branch
Why Mentoring Matters
One person can make a difference. One conversation can build confidence. One mentor can help change the direction of a life.
Each One. Reach One. Mentoring Matters. is a call to recognize the power we each have to encourage, guide, and invest in someone else.
This year’s Freedom Fund Banquet celebrates those who lead, serve, advocate, encourage, and reach back—helping create opportunities and empowering the next generation of leaders.
Featuring Special Guest
State Representative RaShon D. Young
We are honored to welcome State Representative RaShon D. Young, representing Florida House District 40.
Elected in September 2025 following a grassroots, people-centered campaign, Representative Young brings a record of advocacy and a commitment to service. His priorities include affordable healthcare, strong public schools, voting rights, criminal justice reform, and addressing affordability challenges facing working families.
His presence at this year’s banquet adds to an evening focused on leadership, community, service, and investing in the next generation.
Join the Celebration
Come celebrate the people and organizations strengthening our community—and support the work that continues to advance equity, opportunity, advocacy, and justice.
Event Details
Saturday, September 26, 2026
VIP Reception: 5:00 PM
Dinner: 6:00 PM
The Center at Deltona
1640 Dr. M.L.K. Blvd., Deltona, FL
Attire: Semi-Formal & Cocktail
Your Evening Includes
Guests will enjoy an evening of:
- Community recognition and celebration
- Inspiring leadership and conversation
- Dining and entertainment
- Networking with community leaders and supporters
- An opportunity to support the NAACP’s continued mission
Your Presence Makes a Difference
The Freedom Fund Banquet is more than a celebration—it is an opportunity to invest in community, honor those who serve, and help move meaningful work forward.
One person can inspire.
One mentor can empower.
One community can create change.
Each One. Reach One. Mentoring Matters.
Thank you to our Sponsors!
Invest in the critical work by donating and encouraging your networks to also support the NAACP's movement to build civic awareness and ensure the well-being of Black people and all persons of color.
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