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11/11/2026

11/09/2026

💙💛 What an unforgettable evening at the Newport News NAACP Freedom Fighter Gala!

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who attended, supported, sponsored, volunteered, and helped make this evening such a success. Your presence and commitment mean more than words can express.

We were honored to recognize the late Dr. Fauntleroy, a former Newport News NAACP President, for his leadership and dedicated service, with his award accepted on his behalf. We also celebrated Tarri Jones, a valued community member and high school counselor whose dedication to mentoring students, providing life guidance, and helping them pursue scholarships and higher education has made a lasting impact. Both exemplify the power of service and community commitment. 💙💛

A special thank-you to Dr. Willard Maxwell, Jr. for sharing his musical gift on the saxophone, Pastor Tremayne Johnson for an inspiring keynote address, and Matthew Fultz of 13News Now for serving as our outstanding Master of Ceremonies. We also appreciate our photographer, Vaughn Downer, for capturing the evening’s special moments.

To our Gala Planning Committee — Della Robbins, Stacy Langhorne, Felicia Wilkins, Amanda D. Collins, Valerie Beverly, and Francis Tillman — thank you for your dedication, countless hours, and hard work. We are equally grateful to the team at Hope at Seventeen Eleven for providing such a beautiful venue.

We were honored by the presence of Congressman Bobby Scott, Councilman Cleon Long, Commonwealth’s Attorney Shannon Jones, newly elected School Board Member Francis C. Jacobson, school board member, Dr. Terri Best, Chief Steve Drew, members of the Newport News Police Department, and our many community leaders and elected officials.

Most importantly, this evening was about more than a gala. It was about our mission to advance equality, protect civil rights, eliminate discrimination, and create opportunities for all. Our vision remains rooted in justice, equity, and a community where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

The work does not stop here. We remain committed, united, and determined to continue moving our mission forward.

Thank you for standing with the Newport News NAACP. Together, we honor our legacy and advance our future!

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11/08/2026

Thank you to all who attended our Freedom Fighter Gala last evening!!! Images coming soon!

11/03/2026

11/02/2026

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10/22/2026

Join us for a night of remembrance, celebration, and fun!

10/20/2026

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10/04/2026

✨ Late Post ✨

What a beautiful weekend of festivities! NAACP Newport News extends a heartfelt thank-you to Dr. Andrew Shannon for sponsoring these wonderful events and inviting us to join in the celebration. 💙💛

From the banquet and parade to the concert featuring Kierra Sheard-Clark, we truly enjoyed a weekend filled with fellowship, music, and community spirit!

The Andrew Shannon Gospel Music Celebration weekend featuring Kierr...

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