The 1865 Legends Ball
AMERICA
CELEBRATING 250 YEARS OF IMPACT
Defending Freedom: 250 Years and Counting
This year our theme highlights the contributions of various nationalities, despite discrimination, genocide, slavery, and hardship, to the maintenance of America and its freedoms. From the Indigenous to the African Diaspora, our nation would not exist without the sacrifices of heroes and their descendants. Join us for the cultural black-tie event and fundraiser of the year, as we celebrate legendary men and women of African Diasporic heritage as well as Asian, Indigenous, Hispanic, and Jewish communities across Alabama, Georgia, and Florida!
Legends
Women and men, black or of color, who have dedicated their lives to excellence and systemic change within their community, the USA as a whole, or their industry/profession.
Must be 50 or older for consideration.
Preludes
Women and Men at least 21 years of age but no older than 45 who are changing their country, their community, and/or their industry/profession. Preludes, represent promises of future impacts and systemic change.
A Culturally Artistic Black-Tie Ball
The Alabama River Region is full of stories and understated elegance largely due to the complexities of its population. The former capital of the Confederacy is the home of brilliant black people and people of color who have overcome the physical atrocities of enslavement and who continue to thrive despite social pressures.
We hope you enjoy incorporating into your 1865 attire subtle or less subtle colors and or pieces that pay homage to the economic, artistic, literary and social achievements of Black, Indigenous, and Latin Americans from the Alabama River Region.
2026
Entertainment
featuring:
Tri-State Community Orchestra
Your Donor Ticket Makes Waves
Whether you're purchasing a ticket or a table for your company, family, or business, your donation and purchase for the annual 1865 Legends Ball goes back into our initiatives directly serving the Wiregrass and Southeast Region.
Scholarships
Your donation helps to provide academic scholarships to all of our Miss Juneteenth Queens! To date we have distributed over $15,000.00 in academic scholarships
Youth Camps
Your contribution helps fund speciality camps like Cinematography Camp for partnering nonprofits specializing in youth development.
Educational Events and Seminars
Your generousity funds groundbreaking lectures and mini conferences on black history, African Disporic history, human trafficking, and more.