13th Anniversary Ebony Rose Scholarship & Awards Gala - Early Bird Rate Now thru Sept. 25th

National Congress of Black Women Kansas City’s

13th Anniversary The Ebony Rose Scholarship & Awards Gala

"Crowned in Culture: Strengthening the Ties that Bind Us"

Saturday, November 14, 2026, 6:00PM - 11:00PM |The Gathering KC, 3126 Benton Blvd, KCMO. 64128. This is an Adult Event. Doors Open at 5:30PM. Off-Street Parking has been made available.

Dress Code: Black Tie or Formal.

Sponsorship Package

• 5:30PM: Check In
• 6:00 - 7:00PM:  Complimentary Cocktail Reception & Entertainment 
• 7:00 - 9:00PM:  Dinner & Program
• 9:00 - 11:00PM:  Celebration continues with Dance, DJ, Cash Bar, and Much More.

The National Congress of Black Women, Inc. - Kansas City Chapter (NCBW-KC) invites you to stand with us as we prepare for our 13th Anniversary of The Ebony Rose Scholarship & Awards Gala, taking place on Saturday, November 14, 2026, at The Gathering KC at 6pm.
The dress code for the gala is black tie or formal.

This year, we proudly celebrate a powerful milestone: 13 years of empowering dreams and transforming lives in Greater Kansas City. Through this annual Gala, we uplift students with $1,000 scholarships, honor community trailblazers, and continue our work to advance education, equity, and opportunity for those who need it most.

At NCBW-KC, we believe that when you invest in people—you change everything. Our scholarship recipients include high school graduating seniors and non-traditional adult learners who are pushing past barriers to pursue brighter futures. With your help, we can ensure they are not just seen but supported.

Hosted by international speaker and media coach, Monique Shurray, a native of Harlem, New York who has made Kansas City her home, will bring her irresistible energy, charm and elegance to the evening. We are honored to have Andrea J. Dixon-Seahorn, Ed.D., former educator and founder and principal consultant of Inspired Educational Consulting, LLC as our keynote speaker. The evening will start with a complimentary cocktail reception and Live entertainment, light hors d’oeuvres and drinks, followed by delectable dishes, auction, music, dancing and much more.

We are seeking generous partners who share our commitment to community and long-term impact. Enclosed is our Sponsorship Package, detailing the many ways you can align with our mission and help us keep dreams within reach. NCBW-KC is a federal and state 501 (c) 3 Tax Exempt, Charitable Organization. Federal ID #93-2587519; Missouri State ID #22069445. If you have questions regarding sponsorship, ads or general questions, please contact Sylvya Stevenson at sylvya.stevenson@ncbwkc.org

Thank you for considering this opportunity to pour into purpose. With your support, we’re not just celebrating the past—we’re building the future.

With sincere gratitude,

Ebony Rose Scholarship & Awards Gala

Sylvya Stevenson, Co-Chair
Candice Armstrong, Co-Chair