We are thrilled to invite you to the 2026 Scholarship Benefit Soirée, an unforgettable evening celebrating excellence, artistry, and legacy.

Our soirée is more than a celebration—it's a commitment to empowering the next generation of Black student artists at Kinder High School for the Performing and Visual Arts. By supporting this event, you are investing in their dreams, talents, and futures. Join us as we raise $50,000 to fund scholarships that will transform lives and continue the legacy of Black excellence at HSPVA.

Tickets & Sponsorship

We offer a range of sponsorship opportunities designed to engage and recognize your support at varying levels, including the Changemaker Sponsor at $15,000, Innovator Sponsor at $10,000, and others. By becoming a sponsor, you help us continue our legacy of impact, raising nearly $100,000 in scholarships since 2018, benefiting Black HSPVA students and alumni.

We also invite you to purchase tickets to join us for an unforgettable evening! The Soirée will be held on Saturday, June 27, 2026, at The Anderson Center for the Arts in Houston, TX. To learn more about our sponsorship levels and ticket options, please view our Sponsorship Deck here.

The HSPVA Black Alumni Network is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization whose purpose is to connect Black alumni of the High School for the Performing and Visual Arts, engage alumni, support current student and alumni endeavors, provide resources and scholarships, and sponsor networking opportunities to champion the next generation of HSPVA artists and professionals.

*Disclaimer: The amounts raised by each team are part of a collective Black Alumni Network (BAN) scholarship fund and will NOT be distributed as a specific award amount to the student and/or family team member. Funds raised will be distributed in the future to eligible HSPVA Students based on a scholarship application and review process managed by BAN.

CONTACT US:

Denise Ward, BAN President

Scholarship Benefit Soirée Event Co-Chair

gala@hspvablackalumni.com

2026 Scholarship Benefit Soirée

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