About This Event
HBCU Experience | Sponsor Overview
April 22–25, 2026
Thank you for your interest in sponsoring EN-RICH-MENT’s HBCU Experience, a four-day cultural immersion that celebrates the legacy, artistry, and community of Historically Black Colleges and Universities. Intentionally designed to inspire local youth to envision themselves attending and thriving at HBCUs, this event will bring alumni instructors from multiple HBCU colleges to Canton, Ohio.
From Wednesday, April 22 through Saturday, April 25, students, alumni, artists, and community members will gather for a dynamic series of events designed to connect young people to HBCU culture, academic pathways, and creative excellence through food, music, dance, and education.
FEATURING ALUMNI & INSTRUCTORS FROM:
- Jackson State University
- The Prancing J-Settes
- Lane College
- Mu Phi Sigma National
- Percussion Fraternity
- Talledaga College
- Tennessee State University
- University of Pine Bluff
- LeMoyne Owen College
- Ft.Valley State University
- Kentucky State University
ey Experience Highlights
- Culinary & Cultural Kickoff (Wednesday, April 22): A featured HBCU-inspired culinary experience led by an Atlanta-based chef, creating an inviting introduction to HBCU culture and community.
- Performance & Practice (Thursday, April 23): Evening rehearsals, interactive dance experiences, and meet-and-greet opportunities with EN-CORPS members, emphasizing mentorship and peer connection.
- Education & Exposure (Friday, April 24): School visits and a Hall of Fame experience designed to spark curiosity, pride, and aspiration around HBCU history and higher education opportunities.
- Community Celebration (Friday, April 24): A high-energy, block-party–style event featuring a live DJ, food, line dancing, drumline and percussion performances, dancers, flaggers, guest showcases, and EN-RICH-MENT’s EN-CORPS—bringing HBCU spirit to the broader community.
- Clinics & Workshops (Saturday, April 25): Hands-on clinics in percussion, cymbals, dance, and flag, plus showcases and Q&A sessions that build skills, confidence, and pathways to continued involvement in HBCU-style programs.
Sponsor Benefits
By sponsoring the HBCU Experience, partners will:
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Align with a mission-driven initiative focused on youth empowerment, education, and college-going aspirations—particularly among historically underrepresented students.
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Gain brand visibility across multi-day events including performances, workshops, community celebrations, and educational programming.
-
Engage directly with families, youth, and community leaders through high-attendance, culturally significant experiences.
-
Demonstrate commitment to diversity, equity, and access by supporting HBCU awareness and pathways to higher education.
-
Be recognized across event materials and platforms, including on-site signage, announcements, digital promotion, and community outreach efforts (benefits vary by sponsorship level).
About This Event
HBCU Experience | Sponsor Overview
April 22–25, 2026
Thank you for your interest in sponsoring EN-RICH-MENT’s HBCU Experience, a four-day cultural immersion that celebrates the legacy, artistry, and community of Historically Black Colleges and Universities. Intentionally designed to inspire local youth to envision themselves attending and thriving at HBCUs, this event will bring alumni instructors from multiple HBCU colleges to Canton, Ohio.
From Wednesday, April 22 through Saturday, April 25, students, alumni, artists, and community members will gather for a dynamic series of events designed to connect young people to HBCU culture, academic pathways, and creative excellence through food, music, dance, and education.
FEATURING ALUMNI & INSTRUCTORS FROM:
- Jackson State University
- The Prancing J-Settes
- Lane College
- Mu Phi Sigma National
- Percussion Fraternity
- Talledaga College
- Tennessee State University
- University of Pine Bluff
- LeMoyne Owen College
- Ft.Valley State University
- Kentucky State University
ey Experience Highlights
- Culinary & Cultural Kickoff (Wednesday, April 22): A featured HBCU-inspired culinary experience led by an Atlanta-based chef, creating an inviting introduction to HBCU culture and community.
- Performance & Practice (Thursday, April 23): Evening rehearsals, interactive dance experiences, and meet-and-greet opportunities with EN-CORPS members, emphasizing mentorship and peer connection.
- Education & Exposure (Friday, April 24): School visits and a Hall of Fame experience designed to spark curiosity, pride, and aspiration around HBCU history and higher education opportunities.
- Community Celebration (Friday, April 24): A high-energy, block-party–style event featuring a live DJ, food, line dancing, drumline and percussion performances, dancers, flaggers, guest showcases, and EN-RICH-MENT’s EN-CORPS—bringing HBCU spirit to the broader community.
- Clinics & Workshops (Saturday, April 25): Hands-on clinics in percussion, cymbals, dance, and flag, plus showcases and Q&A sessions that build skills, confidence, and pathways to continued involvement in HBCU-style programs.
Sponsor Benefits
By sponsoring the HBCU Experience, partners will:
-
Align with a mission-driven initiative focused on youth empowerment, education, and college-going aspirations—particularly among historically underrepresented students.
-
Gain brand visibility across multi-day events including performances, workshops, community celebrations, and educational programming.
-
Engage directly with families, youth, and community leaders through high-attendance, culturally significant experiences.
-
Demonstrate commitment to diversity, equity, and access by supporting HBCU awareness and pathways to higher education.
-
Be recognized across event materials and platforms, including on-site signage, announcements, digital promotion, and community outreach efforts (benefits vary by sponsorship level).