Buffalo Branch NAACP

58th Annual Medgar Evers Awards Gala
2026-06-20 17:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Buffalo Convention Center, 153 Franklin St, Buffalo, NY, United States
Buffalo Branch · National Association for the Advancement of Colored People
NAACP
58th Medgar Evers Awards Gala
Honoring Our Heritage… A Legacy of Peace, Power, and Advancement

📅 June 20, 2026
⏰ 5pm Reception · 6pm Dinner
📍 Buffalo Convention Center
🏛 153 Franklin St, Buffalo NY

Black Tie or Cultural Attire Encouraged
Purchase Tickets
$100 per person · Table of 10 for $950

🎟Individual Ticket$100per person
🪑Table of 10$950save $50
📅DateJune 20, 2026Saturday
📍VenueConvention Center153 Franklin St
👗AttireBlack Tieor Cultural Attire

Become a Sponsor
Sponsorship Levels

Your sponsorship directly supports the Buffalo NAACP's mission of civil rights advocacy, community empowerment, and social justice. All sponsors will be recognized during the event.

Premier SponsorGold$15,000✦ 1 Buffalo NAACP 1-Year Membership✦ 30-second video played during the event✦ Full Page E-Journal Color Advertisement✦ 30 Dinner Tickets included

Platinum SponsorSilver$10,000✦ 1 Buffalo NAACP 1-Year Membership✦ Full Page E-Journal Color Ad✦ 20 Dinner Tickets included

Community SponsorGood Trouble$7,500✦ 1 Buffalo NAACP 1-Year Membership✦ Full Page E-Journal Color Ad✦ 15 Dinner Tickets included

Supporting SponsorBronze$5,000✦ 1 Buffalo NAACP 1-Year Membership✦ Full Page E-Journal Color Ad✦ 10 Dinner Tickets included

Add-On Opportunities
Celebration Sponsorships
Two sponsorships available per category. All Celebration Sponsors recognized during the event.

VIP Reception$2,5002 available
Entertainment$2,5002 available
Photo Booth$1,0002 available
Sweets & Treats$7502 available
Celebration Elevation$5002 available

Donations are NOT tax deductible · Inquiries: naacp@buffalonaacp.org · 716-884-7242

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Advertise With Us
E-Journal Advertising

Place your advertisement in the official 58th Annual Medgar Evers Awards Gala E-Journal and reach our entire community of attendees and supporters.

Full Page Color Ad7.5 × 10 inches$500
Half Page Color Ad7.5 × 5 inches$300
Quarter Page Color Ad3.75 × 2.5 inches$200

Deadline for All Ads
June 5, 2026
Submit to naacp@buffalonaacp.org · Checks payable to NAACP Buffalo Branch · 163 Broadway St, Buffalo NY 14204

Honoring Excellence
Awards Presented at the Gala

Each year the Buffalo Branch NAACP honors individuals and organizations whose commitment to justice, equality, and community service exemplifies the spirit of Medgar Evers.

⚖️Medgar Evers Civil Rights AwardPresented to an outstanding individual championing and speaking of the rights of the underclass, or making the public aware either through the written or electronic press.

🤝Daniel Acker Community Service AwardGiven to an individual, group, or organization exemplifying outstanding volunteer community involvement — including efforts that benefit the entire community.

🌍Rufus Frasier Human Relations AwardAwarded to an individual, group, or organization that has done a significant amount of volunteer service for the advancement of human or race relations.

⭐Youth AwardGiven to a youth in grades 5–12 demonstrating significant community assistance through associations, schools, or community organizations, exemplifying excellent judgment in helping others.

Submit a Nomination
The Buffalo Branch NAACP is accepting nominations from members of Buffalo and surrounding regions. Nominations must be submitted in writing, not to exceed 2 pages, and must include both the nominee's and nominator's full contact information.
⚠ Deadline: Monday, May 4, 2026 — 11:59 PM
No extensions will be granted.
Email to naacp@buffalonaacp.org or mail to: NAACP Buffalo Branch · 163 Broadway St · Buffalo, NY 14204 · Questions? 716-884-7242

Reserve Your Seat Today
Join Us for an Evening of Honor and Legacy
Be part of the 58th Annual Medgar Evers Awards Gala — celebrating the individuals and organizations who carry forward the torch of civil rights, justice, and community advancement in Buffalo.
$100 / person · $950 / table of 10
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Sponsorship Info
Auction items available throughout the event · Donations are not tax deductible
