Upcoming Events

The Covington County Branch 5049-B of the NAACP, under the leadership of Reverend Jimmie G. Samuel, proudly presents its annual Freedom Fund Brunch. 

This inspiring community gathering will take place on Saturday, May 31, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at First Baptist Church, 504 Whatley Street, Andalusia, AL 36420.

Join us for an afternoon of unity, purpose, and empowerment as we come together to support the vital civil rights work of the NAACP. Tickets are available for $20. For more information, contact (334) 235-0254.

 Event: Annual Freedom Fund Banquet
Presented by: NAACP Lee County Branch 5038
Date: May 31, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM CT
Location: Family Enrichment Center of Loachapoka

Theme:
"Remembering Our Lee County Trailblazers & Celebrating the 'UNTOLD' Stories of School Desegregation"

• Early Bird (On or Before April 30, 2025): $55 per person | 6 or 8 people per table
• After April 30, 2025: $65 per person | 6 or 8 people per table
• Attire: Semi-Formal

• Full Page: $100
• Half Page: $75
• Quarter Page: $35
• Ad Submission Deadline: May 1, 2025
• Email Ads to: LeeCountyALNAACP@gmail.com

• Cash App: $LeeCountyALNAACP
• Mail Checks to:
  NAACP Lee County Branch 5038
  P.O. Box 2172, Opelika, AL 36804

For additional information or sponsorship opportunities, contact LeeCountyALNAACP@gmail.com.

post-Juneteenth Cookout

Join us for the Post-Juneteenth Cookout, hosted by the City of Brewton and the NAACP Brewton Branch 5010! This community celebration will take place on Saturday, June 21, 2025, from 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Dogwood Hills Park, 2385 Douglas Avenue, Brewton, AL 36426.

Enjoy an afternoon of great music with sounds by Eklektik & DJ Lo, delicious food from local vendors, and a fun-filled atmosphere. Admission is free, and attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and coolers to make the most of the event.

For more information, contact Joe Watson at 251-809-5423.

Come out and celebrate community, culture, and unity at this exciting post-Juneteenth event!

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 Presented by: NAACP Lee County Branch 5038

Three (3) scholarships will be awarded:

• $1,500 – For 2025 high school graduates with a minimum 3.0 GPA (out of 4.0)
• $1,000 – For college students currently enrolled full-time at an HBCU with a minimum 2.5 GPA (out of 4.0)
• $500 – For 2025 high school graduates with a minimum 2.5 GPA (out of 4.0) entering community college

"What does Social Injustice mean to YOU and how do YOU plan to make a difference?"

📅 Due by: May 9, 2025
🕛 Time: 11:59 PM CT
📧 Submission: Via email

• To request an application, email: LeeCountyALNAACP@gmail.com
• The application link will include: 
  • Eligibility and essay requirements
  • Rules for submitting: Transcript, Essay, and Personal References

For more information, contact LeeCountyALNAACP@gmail.com.

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The deadline to apply for an absentee ballot to vote in the November 5th General Election is Thursday, October 29, but you should not wait. For more details or assistance, contact the Alabama NAACP at (256) 444-1300.