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Dress Attire (Formal)
37th Freedom Fund Awards Banquet
Greater Texarkana Branch
  Theme We the People  
Time: 6:00 pm Meet & Greet   
7:00 pm Banquet
Venue: The Canvas Special Events Center
              2101 Texas Boulevard
              Texarkana, Texas   
 
Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026
THANK YOU FOR YOUR WONDERFUL RESPONSE
THE BANQUET IS SOLD OUT

Sponsorship Opportunities

 

 

 

  • Click here to download Banquet Flyer

  • Pay for Banquet Seat(s), Table(s), Patrons and/or Ad ONLY to Cash App: $J3401

       (Dr. James Anthony Morris) OPTIONAL  

  • Please indicate the item(s) for which payment is being made.

 

***Art Specification:  .jpg, .gif, .tif or .pdf (preferable). 

***Artwork Submission Deadline is October 4, 2026.  Please forward artwork or if you have questions to banquet.naacp@gmail.com.

THE BANQUET BOOKLET WILL BE PROVIDED IN AN ELECTRONIC/DIGITAL FORMAT

To support the Branch, click SPONSORSHIPS or ADS/TABLES/SEATS  to download, complete and email the form.
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About The Banquet

 

We the People come together for the Greater Texarkana Branch’s 37th Freedom Fund Awards Banquet to advance a shared commitment to justice, opportunity, and community progress. As the Branch’s primary fundraiser, the Banquet supports programs, advocacy, and outreach that serve Texarkana and Northeast Texas, promote well-being, create pathways for growth, and protect individual rights. This annual celebration also honors outstanding community leaders whose service, leadership, and positive impact strengthen the lives of the people they serve.

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2026 Keynote Speaker and Awardees

We proudly introduce our distinguished Keynote Speaker and dedicated Awardees, whose leadership, service, and unwavering commitment continue to inspire meaningful progress throughout the Texarkana community. Join us in celebrating the remarkable individuals honored at the 37th Freedom Fund Awards Banquet. Congratulations to each of our deserving Awardees!

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Click 2026 Souvenir Booklet to view Booklet

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Keynote Speaker

Judge Jayne Chandler

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A. E. Alton Educational Award

Mrs. Melodie White

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Dr. Shirley Finn Trailblazer Award

Ms. Mary Philips

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Dr. Pauline Haynes Lifetime Achievement Award

​Mrs. Canary Bursey

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Dr. Calvin Rolark Business and Economic Award

Ms. Vickie Lacy

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Benjamin Dennis President's Award

Dr. Jason Smith

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Religious Affairs Award

​Pastor Solomon C. Phifer​

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Dan Haskins Torch Bearer Award

Ms. Beverly Walker Shannon

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NAACP Special Achievement Award

Mrs. Josclyn Jones Wiley

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John J. Jones Sr. Community Service Award

Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity Inc

Beta Tau Sigma Chapter

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