Sponsors

CRICKET

We believe we smile bigger when we smile together. That’s why we’re proud to support and celebrate HBCUs on the field, in the classroom, and beyond. At Cricket, we make your wireless experience easy.  We have the phones you want, a range of plans to fit your budget and lifestyle, and the services you need, like flexible plan and payment options.  All on our nationwide network.

RADIO ONE

Our presence is felt. From lyrical Hip Hop and rhythmic R&B to soul-stirring Gospel, provocative Talk/News and even Sports, Radio One is where urban listeners turn for entertainment, inspiration and information. Our listeners trust us. We’ve proven to be a community partner; always providing a mic to amplify the voice of Black America. Our communities know our over 150 on-air talents not just as voices, but faces they see in the community engaging in the issues that impact Urban America. We keep it real. From celebrity news and the hottest music, to politics and protest. We take our job seriously from the radio dial to digital/social. And from the car to a mobile device. We keep our audience covered 24/7. It’s been over 35 years. We aren’t going anywhere. Black culture is here to stay – and so are we.

Mutual of America

For more than 75 years, Mutual of America Financial Group has provided retirement services to businesses and nonprofit organizations throughout the country. Because of our nationwide presence and our culture of caring and giving back, we’re actively involved in improving and enhancing the communities in which we work and live. That’s why we’re particularly proud to support the vital work of America’s historically black colleges and universities and to sponsor today’s game. Our experience working with higher education faculty and staff gives us insight into the interests, goals and concerns they have in saving and investing for tomorrow. It’s a perspective that helps us tailor our capabilities and services to our customers’ journeys to and through retirement. We offer a range of retirement investment options, advanced capabilities, and an experienced team committed to delivering outstanding customer service. Find out more at mutualofamerica.com.

HONDA GENERATORS

Honda's commitment to creating products that improve the quality of people's lives goes well beyond automobiles and motorcycles. Since 1953, Honda has manufactured over 100 million power products worldwide. Honda continues to be a leader in the development of low-emission, fuel efficient, environmentally friendly 4-stroke engines for use in generators, water pumps, lawn mowers, outboard motors, and many other power equipment applications. Learn more about Honda’s global Power Products history . Honda Power Equipment, with headquarters in Alpharetta, Georgia, consists of three distinct operating units: Honda Power Equipment, Honda Marine, and Honda Engines . The division's products, including engines, generators, lawn mowers, pumps, snow blowers, tillers, trimmers, and marine engines, are assembled in Honda plants in the United States and around the world.

ALLSTATE

What is a legacy? It’s the commitment historically black colleges and universities have shown to their communities. It’s the students who leave their mark on the world and make a difference for the better. Allstate is proud to support HBCUs because making a legacy is about more than getting something for your efforts — it’s about giving back.

ATL AIRPORT DISTRICT

In the shadow of the world's busiest airport, just 10 minutes from the bright lights and hustle of Atlanta, you'll find ATL Airport District, one of the South's premiere destinations for business meetings, large and small, provides businesses and meeting planners unique and valuable advantages in efficiency and convenience.

GEORGIA INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION CENTER

The Georgia International Convention Center is Metro Atlanta’s newest and second largest convention center. Located adjacent to Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport. The facility features more than 400,000 total square feet. First class in-house catering by CulinAero, by Poof of the Puddings. The unconventional convention center - GICC.

ATLANTA CONVENTION & VISITOR'S BUREAU

Atlanta Convention & Visitors Bureau (ACVB) is the official destination marketing organization for the city and serves to favorably impact Atlanta’s economy through conventions and tourism. ACVB acts as the liaison between meeting planners, tour operators and more than 850 member organizations to support Atlanta's $15 billion hospitality industry and generate nearly 51 million visitors each year.

ATLANTA HBCU ALUMNI ALLIANCE

The mission of the Atlanta HBCU Alumni Alliance is to serve as an advocate for HBCU Alumni Associations by supporting the mission of HBCUs through scholarship fundraising, alumni reclamation and student recruitment in addition to aligning with the National HBCU Alumni Alliances by supporting and participating in programs that promote higher education, encourage healthy living, and fighting hunger.

STRICKLAND SECURITY & SAFETY SOLUTIONS

Strickland Security & Safety Solutions is a full service Security & Safety company. We provide our consultation, resources & services to; businesses, communities, schools and families. We believe in providing professional, cost effective security services to our customers. This principle has been the foundation of our success. It is imperative a security company protects you, your property, and assets, as well as maintaining a professional working and living environment for everyone.  

GRAPHIC DESIGNER - MANDELAMADE

MandelaMade is proud to support this year's MEAC/SWAC Challenge and Celebration Bowl with dynamic graphic design solutions. Understanding the importance of both perception and awareness and combining that with bold, immersive, and fundamental design, MandelaMade strives to maximize the brand promotion of athletic organizations and events. For more information and to see some of the work that we've completed, feel free to visit www.MandelaMade.com.

TICKET PACKAGE SPONSORS

• Atlanta Airport Marriott
• College Park Main Street
• City of East Point

McDonald’s Black & Positively Golden

McDonald’s Black & Positively Golden® is a movement to elevate the next generation of leaders. To help individuals and organizations take action to revive, protect and strengthen our culture. To shine a light on black excellence through scholarships and impactful partnership. And to feed and foster the communities we serve. To learn more,  follow @wearegolden on Instagram.

GEICO

GEICO believes that greater inclusion leads to a more productive, engaged, and dynamic environment for both our associates and our customers. Not only is our workforce increasingly culturally diverse, but so are those we serve. These changing demographics demand that GEICO focus on cultural competence and inclusion to fully utilize the talents of all our associates so we may serve our customers to the best of our abilities.