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11th Annual Black Diamond Summit: Virginia is for Business Lovers
Use code ULHRYP2026 at checkout to receive a FREE gift from Google during the event.
70th Vernon E. Jordan Equal Opportunity Dinner
The Vernon E. Jordan Equal Opportunity Dinner is back, with a bigger and bolder celebration to mark the 70th anniversary! Get ready for an extraordinary night in New York City on Thursday, November 12, as we honor some of the most influential voices in culture and the arts: Delroy Lindo, Oscar-nominated actor, director & producer Wynton Marsalis, Jazz virtuoso & cultural icon Ken Burns, Acclaimed filmmaker & storyteller Plus, comedian and actor Roy Wood Jr. will host the festivities with live music by Grammy-winning artist Bilal.
Together We Care: Community Caregivers Summit
This special gathering will feature a screening of the award-winning documentary, Remember Me: Dementia in the African American Community, followed by an engaging discussion with an expert panel of healthcare and community leaders. Attendees will also have the opportunity to connect with local organizations offering valuable caregiver support services and resources.
Fall New Member Orientation & Game Night
Our November GBM is also our Fall New Member Orientation!
Annual Holiday Food Drive
Families and individuals can pickup a FREE turkey and fixings for the holiday season. Plus, register for a Medicaid workshop.
Signature Events
Annual MLK Community Leaders Awards
A reflective gathering honoring the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. through prayer, song, scholarship, and service.
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Juneteenth
A vibrant, full-day celebration of freedom, culture, and community featuring live music, food, art, and a marketplace of Black-owned businesses.
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Back to School Block Party
Every summer, our EYWD team partners with Walmart to host a community-wide backpack drive to ensure students have the supplies needed to be successful at the start of the upcoming school year.
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