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<h2 data-end="192" data-start="135" fr-original-style="" id="isPasted" style="width: 100%; box-sizing: inherit;">113th NAACP Cleveland Branch Freedom Fund Dinner</h2><h3 data-end="238" data-start="193" fr-original-style="" style="width: 100%; box-sizing: inherit;">Resilient Voices, Relentless Progress</h3>🗓️ Saturday, June 29, 2025 📍 Hotel Cleveland (formerly Renaissance Cleveland Hotel)Join us for an unforgettable evening as the NAACP Cleveland Branch celebrates 113 years of advocacy, leadership, and community empowerment at our annual Freedom Fund Dinner. This year&rsquo;s theme, &ldquo;Resilient Voices, Relentless Progress,&rdquo; honors the unwavering spirit of those who continue to lead, uplift, and fight for justice in our city and beyond.<h3 data-end="721" data-start="693" fr-original-style="" style="width: 100%; box-sizing: inherit;">🎤 Keynote Speaker</h3>Nikole Hannah-Jones Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and creator of The 1619 Project<h3 data-end="841" data-start="817" fr-original-style="" style="width: 100%; box-sizing: inherit;">🌟 2025 Honorees</h3>Corporate Honoree<ul data-end="914" data-start="867" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li data-end="914" data-start="867" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Robyn Minter Smyers, Partner, Thompson Hine</li></ul>President&rsquo;s Award<ul data-end="976" data-start="940" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li data-end="976" data-start="940" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Jericka Duncan, Anchor, CBS News</li></ul>Freedom Fund Award<ul data-end="1060" data-start="1003" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li data-end="1060" data-start="1003" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">James Willis, Award-Winning Criminal Defense Attorney</li></ul>Community Leadership Awards<ul data-end="1206" data-start="1096" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li data-end="1162" data-start="1096" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Habeebah Rasheed Grimes, CEO, Positive Education Program (PEP)</li><li data-end="1206" data-start="1163" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Brian Hall, Founder, Presidents Council</li></ul>Rising Leadership Awards<ul data-end="1354" data-start="1239" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li data-end="1294" data-start="1239" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Allen Boseman, Partner, Sherman Boseman Legal Group</li><li data-end="1354" data-start="1295" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Bishara Addison, Director, Fund for Our Economic Future</li></ul>Unsung Hero Awards<ul data-end="1568" data-start="1381" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li data-end="1427" data-start="1381" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Donte Gibbs, Founder, Donte&rsquo;s Gift Express</li><li data-end="1480" data-start="1428" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Ms. Marilyn Burns, Morris Black Community Leader</li><li data-end="1514" data-start="1481" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Louie Moore, Community Leader</li><li data-end="1568" data-start="1515" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Teresa Metcalf Beasley, Partner, McDonald Hopkins</li></ul><h3 data-end="1592" data-start="1570" fr-original-style="" style="width: 100%; box-sizing: inherit;">💫 What to Expect:</h3><ul data-end="1803" data-start="1593" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li data-end="1658" data-start="1593" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">A moving keynote address and tributes to this year&rsquo;s honorees</li><li data-end="1715" data-start="1659" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Networking with changemakers, leaders, and advocates</li><li data-end="1763" data-start="1716" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Live entertainment and special performances</li><li data-end="1803" data-start="1764" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">An exclusive afterparty celebration</li></ul><h3 data-end="1888" data-start="1805" fr-original-style="" style="width: 100%; box-sizing: inherit;">🎟️ Don&rsquo;t miss the premier civil rights and civic engagement event of the year.</h3>Reserve your seat now and be part of this powerful tradition. Together, we honor resilient voices&mdash;and drive relentless progress.

Thank You for Supporting the 113th Freedom Fund DinnerTheme: Resilient Voices, Relentless Progress Date: Saturday, June 29, 2025Location: Hotel Cleveland (formerly Renaissance Cleveland Hotel)Attire: Cocktail / Evening Thank you for confirming your attendance at the 113th NAACP Cleveland Branch Freedom Fund Dinner! Your support helps fuel our mission to advance justice, equity, and opportunity in Greater Cleveland.As we prepare to celebrate a night of impact, inspiration, and community, here are a few Know Before You Go details to ensure a smooth and memorable experience: 📍 Event LocationHotel Cleveland24 Public Square, Cleveland, OH 44113Valet and self-parking available on-site.🕔 Schedule<ul data-end="1191" data-start="1047" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li data-end="1089" data-start="1047" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">5:00 PM | VIP &amp; General Receptions</li><li data-end="1130" data-start="1090" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">6:00 PM | Dinner Begins Promptly</li><li data-end="1191" data-start="1131" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Immediately Following | Afterparty in the KeyBank Club</li></ul>👗 AttireCocktail / Evening. Come ready to shine in your best celebratory attire.🧾 Check-In Info<ul data-end="1481" data-start="1324" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li data-end="1385" data-start="1324" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Registration will be located in the Hotel Cleveland lobby</li><li data-end="1445" data-start="1386" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Check-in opens at 4:30 PM and closes at 6:30 PM</li><li data-end="1481" data-start="1446" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Table assignments provided onsite</li></ul>🎤 Highlights<ul data-end="1854" data-start="1512" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li data-end="1625" data-start="1512" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Keynote Speaker: Nikole Hannah-Jones, Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and creator of The 1619 Project</li><li data-end="1735" data-start="1626" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Honoring Community Leaders including Robyn Minter Smyers, Jericka Duncan, James Willis, and many more</li><li data-end="1805" data-start="1736" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Live entertainment, award presentations, and special performances</li><li data-end="1854" data-start="1806" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">A vibrant afterparty with music and fellowship</li></ul>📲 Stay ConnectedTag your posts and stories with #FreedomFund113Follow us @NAACPCleveland for behind-the-scenes moments If you have any questions, don&rsquo;t hesitate to reach out to:📧 EdwinHubbardJr@clevelandnaacp.org📞 (216) 331-0403 We can&#39;t wait to celebrate with you. Thank you for standing with us as we uplift resilient voices and continue our relentless progress.

113th NAACP Cleveland Branch Freedom Fund DinnerResilient Voices, Relentless Progress🗓️ Saturday, June 29, 2025 📍 Hotel Cleveland (formerly Renaissance Cleveland Hotel)Join us for an unforgettable evening as the NAACP Cleveland Branch celebrates 113 years of advocacy, leadership, and community empowerment at our annual Freedom Fund Dinner. This year’s theme, “Resilient Voices, Relentless Progress,” honors the unwavering spirit of those who continue to lead, uplift, and fight for justice in our city and beyond.🎤 Keynote SpeakerNikole Hannah-Jones Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and creator of The 1619 Project🌟 2025 HonoreesCorporate Honoree<ul><li>Robyn Minter Smyers, Partner, Thompson Hine</li></ul>President’s Award<ul><li>Jericka Duncan, Anchor, CBS News</li></ul>Freedom Fund Award<ul><li>James Willis, Award-Winning Criminal Defense Attorney</li></ul>Community Leadership Awards<ul><li>Habeebah Rasheed Grimes, CEO, Positive Education Program (PEP)</li><li>Brian Hall, Founder, Presidents Council</li></ul>Rising Leadership Awards<ul><li>Allen Boseman, Partner, Sherman Boseman Legal Group</li><li>Bishara Addison, Director, Fund for Our Economic Future</li></ul>Unsung Hero Awards<ul><li>Donte Gibbs, Founder, Donte’s Gift Express</li><li>Ms. Marilyn Burns, Morris Black Community Leader</li><li>Louie Moore, Community Leader</li><li>Teresa Metcalf Beasley, Partner, McDonald Hopkins</li></ul>💫 What to Expect:<ul><li>A moving keynote address and tributes to this year’s honorees</li><li>Networking with changemakers, leaders, and advocates</li><li>Live entertainment and special performances</li><li>An exclusive afterparty celebration</li></ul>🎟️ Don’t miss the premier civil rights and civic engagement event of the year.Reserve your seat now and be part of this powerful tradition. Together, we honor resilient voices—and drive relentless progress.

Cleveland Branch NAACP

113th NAACP Cleveland Branch Freedom Fund Dinner

Hotel Cleveland : 24 Public Square

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