Events

Join UNCF at the 16th annual Black History Month Luncheon as they help Tampa-area students reach their educational goals. Thanks to the residents and friends of Hillsborough County, the 2019 event raised more than $60,000 for local students. Join us and help us do even better in 2022.

Sponsorship opportunities are available.

Presented by UNCF Orlando.

Presented by UNCF Seattle.

We’re Live Again!

The seventh annual Florence/Pee Dee SC Area UNCF Mayor’s Masked Ball is a premier fundraising affair focused on raising public awareness and large corporate and individual donations to support deserving students through UNCF. Hosted by a diverse group of corporate sponsors and local businesses, it involves dignitaries, civic leaders, volunteers, public officials, alumni and others who support UNCF’s mission of investing in better futures for us all by getting students to and through college.

• 5:30-6:30 p.m.: Sponsor Reception
• 7:00-9:00 p.m.: Dinner and Program
• 9:00-11:00 p.m.:  Live Entertainment

Presented by UNCF Atlanta.

The 5th Annual Hampton Roads Mayors’ Masked Ball is scheduled to be held at the Hampton Roads Convention Center on Saturday, March 12, 2022. Guests will enjoy a masked reception, gourmet cuisine, red carpet photo opportunities, a paddle raise, silent auction, an HBCU charge with a special recognition of the 2022 UNCF Masked Award Honorees and more.

The UNCF Mayors’ Masked Ball is one of the organization’s signature fundraising galas and premier social events of the year. Hosted by a diverse group of corporate sponsors and individuals, it involves celebrities, dignitaries and more than 500 business, civic and education leaders, alumni and others who support UNCF’s mission of investing in America’s future by getting students to and through college.

Last year’s UNCF Mayor’s Masked Ball generated a record $300,000 helping to get students to and through school. Corporations and community groups are invited to support the fundraising event with the purchase of virtual sponsor packages. The virtual sponsor package benefits include the opportunity to host an exclusive “Watch Party”, virtual event admission, a digital photo booth along with recognition at the event, related advertising and promotional materials and more!

Presented by UNCF Richmond.

The 1st ever UNCF Mayor’s Masked Ball Jacksonville is a premier fundraising gala and major social event focusing on raising awareness of the need and benefits of a college education, the students UNCF serves and the contributions of historically Black colleges and universities.

Hosted by a diverse group of corporate sponsors, local businesses and professional organizations the Mayor’s Masked Ball Jacksonville is an evening of celebration attended by national celebrities, civic leaders, alumni, dignitaries, volunteers and friends of UNCF.

This must-attend event is full of fun, fashion, glitz and glamour that supports UNCF’s mission of investing in better futures for the young men and women we serve and by helping them move to and through college.

Presented by UNCF Orlando.

The 8th annual UNCF Charlotte Mayor’s Masked Ball is a premier fundraising gala and major social event, focusing on raising awareness of the need and benefits of college education, the students UNCF serves, and the contributions of historically Black colleges and universities across North Carolina.

We are excited about the return of hosting the celebration and fundraiser in-person for 2022 and invite you to join us!

Presented by UNCF Charlotte

The tenth annual Philadelphia UNCF Mayor’s Masked Ball is one of the organization’s signature fundraising events and one of greater Philadelphia’s premier annual social occasions. Hosted by a diverse group of corporate sponsors and local businesses, it involves celebrities, dignitaries, civic leaders, volunteers, public officials, alumni and others who support UNCF’s mission of investing in America’s future by getting students to and through college.

Presented by UNCF Philadelphia.

The 2022 “A Mind Is…” New York Gala will recognize outstanding partners who are helping to advance educational opportunities for young people of color. Funds raised will ensure that more students have access to a life-changing college education.

Presented by UNCF New York

The 2022 “A Mind Is…” New England Gala will recognize outstanding partners who are helping to advance educational opportunities for young people of color. Funds raised will ensure that more students have access to a life-changing college education.

Presented by UNCF Boston.