A. Philip Randolph Institute Southern Region

05/01/2026

You’re Invited to a Historic Celebration!

Join us as we celebrate a major milestone at the North Carolina A. Philip Randolph Institute’s 50th Annual Education & Awards Banquet!

Theme: “Legacy in Motion… From Vision to Victory”
Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026
Location: Raleigh Marriott Crabtree Valley
Reception: 5:00 PM | Doors Open: 6:00 PM

This powerful evening will honor the enduring legacy of A. Philip Randolph & Bayard Rustin, while recognizing the incredible work of activists, labor leaders, and community builders across North Carolina.

🎤 Keynote Speaker:
Dr. Kendrick Robertson
National Vice President, AFGE

Why It Matters:
Your support helps fuel our work in:
✔️ Voter Registration & GOTV
✔️ Youth Leadership Development
✔️ Community Outreach
✔️ Environmental, Racial & Economic Justice

Get Involved:
Purchase tickets, sponsorships, and ads here:
https://secure.actblue.com/donate/50thncapriawardscelebration

Hotel Info:
Group rate: $159/night
Booking deadline: September 25, 2026

🚨Use following link to book online🚨
➡️ https://app.marriott.com/reslink?id=1776352874983&key=GRP&app=resvlink

Attire: Semi-Formal
Colors: Crimson, Gold & Cream

Let’s come together for an evening of elegance, a legacy of power, and a future of victory.

📩 For more information, contact:
Jeffrey Mason – [email protected]
Keyia Williams – [email protected]

02/27/2026

11/25/2025

URGENT! URGENT!! URGENT!!!
We have Three (3) weeks until Election Day and the momentum is growing. Members want and are demanding change that improves our work, protects our rights, and builds a stronger tomorrow for us all.
MIKE D is committed to leading with clarity, common sense, truth, action and integrity. Mike D will represent and respect every member.

Let’s Re-elect a proven leader who puts his members first and will protect the future of Local 1526.

On December 14th, Let’s Re-elect Mike D Payne for President

09/24/2025

Have you purchased your tickets?
Have you booked your room?
Do you want to be a sponsor?
Do you want to be a vendor?
Do you want to make a donation?

North Carolina A. Philip Randolph Institute, Inc. (NCAPRI)49th Annual Education & Awards Banquet Celebration is Coming your way…..

This semi formal event will take place Saturday, October 18, 2025, 5pm Reception, 6pm Doors open at the Sheraton Imperial Hotel, 4700 Emperor Blvd, Durham, NC 27703.

The color theme is Black and Gold but not required

To purchase tickets, visit our secure ActBlue page at https://secure.actblue.com/donate/49thncapriawardscelebration.

Guests may also reserve their hotel rooms at the Sheraton using our special group rate of $159 per night by booking through this link: https://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1752599304492&key=GRP&app=resvlink.

The group rate is available for stays from October 17–19, 2025, and must be booked by Friday, September 26, 2025.

08/11/2025

It's that Time, North Carolina....

Each year, we gather to honor the movement- the educators, labor leaders, and community champions who are shaping a brighter, fairer future for us all.

This fall, we invite you to join us for an unforgettable evening of celebration, recognition, and connection.

Save The Date!

NC A. Philip Randolph Institute
49th Annual Education Awards Banquet & Celebration
Saturday, October 18, 2025
Sheraton Imperial Hotel- Raleigh-Durham Airport at Research Triangle Park
Reception : 5:00 pm - 6:00pm
Banquet begins at 6:00 pm sharp

This year's theme is Black and Gold Excellence- but no matter what you wear, come as you are and celebrate with purpose.

Room Block Available:
Check-in begins Friday, October 17
Check-out by Sunday, October 19
Special Rate: $159/night (last day to book: September 26)

Let's uplift the voices that carry us forward. Let's honor the work that changes lives.
Be there. Be inspired. Be part of the legacy.

Reserve your tickets:
https://secure.actblue.com/donate/49thncapriawardscelebration

Book Your Room:
https://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1752599304492&key=GRP&app=resvlink

07/30/2025

I am so excited……

To purchase tickets, visit our secure ActBlue page at https://secure.actblue.com/donate/49thncapriawardscelebration.

Guests may also reserve their hotel rooms at the Sheraton using our special group rate of $159 per night by booking through this link: https://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1752599304492&key=GRP&app=resvlink.

The group rate is available for stays from October 17–19, 2025, and must be booked by Friday, September 26, 2025.

07/23/2025

Guess what NC APRI family and friends ….

It’s about that time to celebrate some amazing leaders in NC that are doing some amazing work in the community and labor movement …..

Make sure you save the date …

NC A Philip Randolph Institute 49th Annual Education Awards Banquet and Celebration

October 18, 2025, Saturday

Reception: 5:00pm-6:30pm
Banquet starts: 6pm

Available check ins
Start Date: Friday, October 17, 2025
End Date: Sunday, October 19, 2025

Sheraton Imperial Hotel Raleigh-Durham Airport at Research Triangle Park
4700 Emperor Blvd
Durham, NC 27703

159.00 USD per night - Last Day to Book : Friday, September 26, 2025

Colors this year are Black and Gold but as always come as you are and celebrate with us ….

Use the link below lto make purchases online-

https://secure.actblue.com/donate/49thncapriawardscelebration

Use this link below to book your room-

https://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1752599304492&key=GRP&app=resvlink

07/21/2025

Tune in!