The Cleveland Council of Black Colleges Alumni Association (CCBCAA) invites you to join us in our mission to uplift the next generation of scholars, leaders, and changemakers through our annual Historically Black College and University (HBCU) Fair. For over four decades, this mission has profoundly impacted our community, ensuring that students have the resources, guidance, and inspiration to pursue their dreams at one of the nation’s top HBCUs.

Our 22nd Annual Destination HBCU College Fair, themed "They Not Like Us: The HBCU Experience - Where Excellence Has No Equal." (View Sponsorship Packet)

This theme celebrates the distinctiveness of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), honoring the legacy, pride, and resilience of these institutions, their alumni, and the current students. It underscores the unparalleled experience that HBCUs provide, where excellence is not just a goal but a standard that defines the journey and the community. Every HBCU is unique and offers a cultural and educational environment of affirmation and self-worth. The HBCU experience is truly unmatched in its ability to foster greatness.

This legacy began with Sylvester Reed, a Tuskegee Institute graduate who, over forty years ago, united community resources and alumni to form the CCBCAA. Starting in the basement of Antioch Baptist Church and the former African American Museum of Cleveland, the HBCU Fair has grown into a nationally recognized event. With your partnership, we can continue to honor Reed's vision, ensuring that excellence in education remains unparalleled and accessible to all.

If you are interested in supporting via an in-kind contribution, please email HBCUCollegeFair@HBCUAlumniCLE.com.