2025 PLATINUM SPONSORS
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36th Freedom Fund Awards Banquet
Greater Texarkana Branch
Theme The Fierce Urgency of Now!
Time: 6:30 pm Meet & Greet
7:00 pm Banquet
Venue: The Canvas Special Events
2101 Texas Boulevard
Texarkana, Texas
Date: Saturday, October 18, 2025
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About The Banquet
The Greater Texarkana Branch's 36th Freedom Fund Awards Banquet is the main fundraiser supporting programs, advocacy, and outreach. Funds raised help fulfill the Branch’s mission to serve Texarkana and Northeast Texas, promote well-being, enable growth, and protect individual rights. The Banquet also recognizes outstanding community leaders for their dedicated service and positive impact.​
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2025 Keynote Speaker and Awardees
Meet the dedicated individuals who are effecting positive change within the Texarkana community. Discover the passionate individuals who have been recognized as awardees of the Freedom Fund Banquet. Congratulations!
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Click 2025 Banquet Souvenir Booklet to view Program
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Keynote Speaker
Dr. Glenell M. Lee-Pruitt
Dr. Pauline Haynes Lifetime Achievement Award
​James Germany
Religious Affairs Award
Reverend Arthur Hill
Dr. G. W. Thompson Professional Award
Sheila Dukes
Dr. Shirley Finn Trailblazer Award
Katina Levingston
Benjamin Dennis President Award
Barbara Adkins-Sears
A. E. Alton Educational Award
Julius Anderson
Dr. Calvin Rolark Business and Economic Award
Lillie Monroe
John J. Jones Sr. Community Service Award
Jennifer Lacefield
Dan Haskins Torchbearer Award
Enriquea "Rea" Allen