Durham UNCF Mayor’s Scholarship Ball 2025

Saturday, May 31, 2025, at 6:00 PM | Durham Convention Center, Durham, NC

Join Us for the Inaugural Durham UNCF Mayor’s Scholarship Ball 2025!

We are thrilled to announce that tickets for the Inaugural Durham UNCF Mayor’s Scholarship Ball are officially SOLD OUT!

Thank you to everyone who purchased tickets, tables, and sponsorships. Your contribution supports our mission to invest in the future of students through education. Your generosity and enthusiasm have been overwhelming! We look forward to an unforgettable evening of celebration, impact, and unity in support of HBCU scholarships.

Date: Saturday, May 31, 2025, at 6:00 PM | Durham Convention Center, Durham, NC
Get ready for an unforgettable evening of elegance, inspiration, and impact at the Inaugural Durham UNCF Mayor’s Scholarship Ball 2025. This premier fundraising event will support scholarships for deserving students and celebrate those who are helping to advance educational opportunities for young people.

This elegant evening brings together local leaders, UNCF representatives, college presidents, business executives, and influential community figures. It’s an exciting opportunity to connect, celebrate, and make a lasting difference in the lives of students pursuing higher education.

What to Expect

  • Exclusive Networking: Mingle with community and business leaders, UNCF leadership, college presidents, and service organizations.
  • An Evening of Elegance: Enjoy exquisite dining, live entertainment, inspiring award presentations, and both silent and live auctions. This is a black-tie event.
  • A Night to Remember: Dance the night away while supporting a meaningful cause that empowers students to achieve their dreams.
Special Guests:
  • Hosts: Mayor Leonardo Williams, City of Durham and Dr. Paulette R. Dillard, President & CEO, Shaw University
  • Event Co-Chairs: Mr. & Mrs. Raymond and Shannon Trapp, Rev. Dr. Jonathan & Mrs. Michelle Augustine, and Representative Zack & Mrs. Tracey Hawkins.
  • UNCF Ambassadors/Planning: Rev. Dr. Michael A. Page, Angelique Stallings, Jasmine Smith, Kevin Price, Phyllis Coley, Rev. Dr. Trish Harleston, Terrell Midgett, and Sheriff Clarence Birkhead.

 

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Sponsorship Opportunities

Support Our Future Leaders

This event not only celebrates the importance of education, but it also helps create pathways for students to achieve their goals. Your attendance and support will contribute to raising the funds needed for scholarships and resources to empower students at Shaw University and other HBCUs. Click here for the full sponsorship package. 

  • Sponsorship & Table Opportunities Available: Engage with a community dedicated to educational empowerment while enhancing your brand’s visibility.
  • For more information, email dianne.pledger@shawu.edu or call 919-546-8564.
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About UNCF

UNCF (United Negro College Fund) is the nation’s largest and most effective minority education organization. To serve youth, the community, and the nation, UNCF supports students’ education and development through scholarships and other programs, supports and strengthens its 37 member colleges and universities, and advocates for the importance of minority education and college readiness.

While totaling only 3% of all colleges and universities, UNCF institutions and other historically Black colleges and universities are highly effective, awarding 15% of bachelor’s degrees, 5% of master’s degrees, 10% of doctoral degrees, and 19% of all STEM degrees earned by Black students in higher education. UNCF administers more than 400 programs, including scholarships, internships and fellowships, mentoring, summer enrichment, and curriculum and faculty development programs. Today, UNCF supports more than 50,000 students at over 1,100 colleges and universities nationwide.

Let’s come together to celebrate, support, and uplift our future leaders. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this incredible event that promises to make a lasting impact. Click here to purchase tickets.

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