Indiana Black Expo
2024-06-20 04:00 - 2024-06-30 13:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | 601 N Shortridge Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46219, 601 N Shortridge Rd, Indianapolis, IN, 46219, United States
CELEBRATING AND STRENGTHENING OUR COMMUNITIES

53 YEARS of SUMMER CELEBRATION

Summer Celebration, Indiana Black Expo’s largest event that showcases Black Culture in Indiana is in its 53rd year. As a pillar of the state, IBE’s priority focus areas include economics equity, education equity, community empowerment, and health equity. All proceeds from the Summer Celebration help support IBE’s year-round initiatives, including its Education Conference, Black Business Training Institute, Scholarship Fund, Performing Arts Academy, Community Learning Hub, and more.

NO MEETING
2024-06-20 14:00 - 15:00
We do not have a June General Membership Meeting in honor of Juneteenth. Join us downtown at the Juneteenth Jubilee: Healing our Soul June 22 11:30-6pm in the 4th street arts district!

Juneteenth Jubilee: Healing our Soul
2024-06-22 07:30 - 14:00 | Downtown Columbus IN, Columbus, IN, 47201, United States
Downtown Columbus–4th st Arts District. 11:30-6 Closing ceremony and community dance at 5:15.

July General Membership Meeting
2024-07-18 14:00 - 15:00
Zoom info is below. Stay tuned as to whether this meeting will involve an in-person option
NAACP Columbus/Bartholomew is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
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August General Membership Meeting
2024-08-15 14:00 - 15:00

September General Membership Meeting
2024-09-19 14:00 - 15:00

Circle City Classic® Praise and Worship (Youth)
2024-09-20 19:00 - 22:00 | New Beginings Fellowship Church, 2125 N German Church Road, Indianapolis, IN, 46235, United States
The Circle City Classic® Praise and Worship event for September 20th, 2024, will occur at New Beginnings Fellowship Church located at 2125 N German Church Road, Indianapolis, IN 46235. Here’s some information you might find helpful:
Date and Time:

Wednesday, September 20th, 2024
7:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Speaker:

Dr. Charles Goodman

Additional Information:

You can find more information and updates on the Circle City Classic® website: https://circlecityclassic.com/events/circle-city-classic-praise-and-worship/: https://circlecityclassic.com/events/circle-city-classic-praise-and-worship/

October General Membership Meeting
2024-10-17 14:00 - 15:00

November General Membership Meeting
2024-11-21 13:00 - 14:00

Kwanzaa celebration
2024-12-12 - 2024-12-13
Join us this evening to celebrate Kwanzaa! Time and location TBD.

NO MEETING
2024-12-19 13:00 - 14:00
No NAACP General Membership meeting. Happy Holidays!

NAACP Freedom Fund Gala
2025-01-25 18:00 - 23:00 | Gather Columbus, 2508 25th Street, Columbus, IN, 47201, United States
Freedom Fund Gala
1939, the NAACP Legal Defense and Education Fund was established as an independent legal arm of the organization and was instrumental in litigating the 1954 Supreme Court Case Brown vs. Board of Education of Topeka, in the fight for equality in public schools. This landmark decision ousted the hypocrisy of separate but equal policies in public education. Annually NAACP branches in the United States host Freedom Fund banquets to raise money to support the National Branch of the NAACP. Freedom Fund dinners are an avenue not only to raise required to continue the fight but also an opportunity to remind the communities they serve that the NAACP is still relevant.
The NAACP initiatives are needed as much now as they ever were. Every day we focus on these key areas: voter education and empowerment, criminal justice reform, public safety, racial health disparities, and economic inclusion, among other aspects. We couldn’t do this work, and accomplish our goals, without the generous support of our community, and monetary support of our mission by our allies and partners.
Join us on Saturday, January 25, 2025, at Gather Columbus, located at 2508 25th Street, Suite B, Columbus, IN, for a beautiful evening of community awards, food, music, and dancing. Our theme is #getuncomfortable; we are intentionally creating safe spaces for uncomfortable conversation as we continue the fight. We know that when we fight, we win.

NAACP Freedom Fund Tickets
2025-01-25 18:00 - 23:00 | Gather Columbus, 2508 25th Street, Columbus, IN, 47201, United States
NAACP Freedom Fund Tickets
1939, the NAACP Legal Defense and Education Fund was established as an independent legal arm of the organization and was instrumental in litigating the 1954 Supreme Court Case Brown vs. Board of Education of Topeka, in the fight for equality in public schools. This landmark decision ousted the hypocrisy of separate but equal policies in public education. Annually, NAACP branches in the United States host Freedom Fund banquets to raise money to support the NAACP’s national branch. Freedom Fund dinners are an avenue not only to raise the required to continue the fight but also an opportunity to remind the communities they serve that the NAACP is still relevant.
Our Speaker
Skye Berger is a multifaceted professional with extensive experience in youth work, resiliency building, healing from trauma, addiction recovery, environmental justice, and supportive housing advocacy. Skye’s unique approach is deeply informed by her background as a child welfare caseworker and program developer, where she encountered firsthand the complex intersections of trauma, housing instability, and other systemic barriers.

NAACP Freedom Fund 5$ Donation
2025-01-25 18:00 - 23:00 | Gather Columbus, 2508 25th Street, Columbus, IN, 47201, United States
If you can’t attend the Freedom Fund Gala, please consider donating $5 to support our efforts in bringing community events and assisting our fundraising efforts for NAACP Branch 3071. Your contribution is crucial in continuing our fight for civil rights and social justice, fueling pivotal legal battles, advocacy efforts, and educational programs that empower Black communities and challenge systemic inequality.

Freedom Fund Dinner
2025-01-25 18:00 - 23:00 | Gather Columbus, 2508 25th Street, Columbus, IN, 47201, United States

General Meeting IN PERSON United Way
2026-06-18 18:00 - 19:00 | United Way, 1513 13th St, Columbus, IN, 47201, United States
General membership meeting IN PERSON at United Way. All are welcome, membership not required to attend.

Executive Committee Meeting
2026-07-14 18:00 - 19:00
Meeting Zoom Link
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General Meeting
2026-07-16 18:00 - 19:00
All are welcome!
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