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MAJOR 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.
Aflac
Who hasn’t been blindsided by an unexpected medical bill? That’s why there’s Aflac. Aflac can help take care of the expenses health insurance doesn’t cover, so you can care about everything else. Get to know us - and our 20+ year commitment of support for HBCUs - at aflac.com.
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.
COCA COLA
The Coca-Cola Company is the world’s largest beverage company, refreshing consumers with more than 500 sparkling and still brands and more than 3,800 beverage choices. Led by Coca-Cola, one of the world’s most valuable and recognizable brands, our company’s portfolio features 20 billion-dollar brands, 18 of which are available in reduced-, low- or no-calorie options. Our billion-dollar brands include Diet Coke,Coca-Cola Zero, Fanta, Sprite, Dasani, vitaminwater, Powerade, Minute Maid, Simply, Del Valle, Georgia and Gold Peak. Through the world’s largest beverage distribution system, we are the No. 1 provider of both sparkling and still beverages. More than 1.9 billion servings of our beverages are enjoyed by consumers in more than 200 countries each day.
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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.
MCDONALDS
At McDonald's, we’re proud of the way we're creating an experience to remember: reaching customers wherever they are and innovating new tastes and choices, while staying true to customer favorites. Modern service. Personal engagement. Great-tasting burgers and fries. Building on our commitments to our people, our communities and our world.
US Army
The Army is the largest military branch in the United States. Its job is to protect the country and its citizens.
Truist
At Truist, we believe in giving back to the communities who have been so good to us. Through our corporate citizenship, Community Benefits Plan, community development efforts, and the Truist Foundation, we’re creating meaningful change on a whole new scale.
Supporting Sponsors
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.
Luster Products
Luster Products, Inc. is the leading African-American owned manufacturer of premium personal care products servicing people worldwide. Luster® Products, Inc. include the Pink® & Smooth Touch® brand, products for women; SCurl®products for men. Luster Products, Inc. employs more than 400 people worldwide. Our products are sold nationally and internationally through a dynamic sales force and numerous retail outlets. Our main facility – corporate offices, plant and warehouse – is situated on 17 acres in Chicago’s Stockyard Industrial Park. An aerosol production plant is located in suburban Blue Island, Illinois. The company also has a branch office in London.
The phenomenal growth and success of Luster Products, Inc. has been attributed to the business savvy and commitment of the our founder and first president, Fred Luster, Sr., a staff of hardworking, loyal employees and a family spirit that permeates the entire organization.
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.
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.
MEDIA PARTNERS
The Undefeated
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.
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TICKET PACKAGE SPONSORS
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