13th Annual UNCF Mayor’s Masked Ball Honors Jon Batiste and Blaine Kern Jr.

13th Annual UNCF Mayor’s Masked Ball Honors Jon Batiste and Blaine Kern Jr.

NEW ORLEANS (press release) – The 13th Annual UNCF New Orleans Mayor’s Masked Ball is a fundraising gala and social event focusing on raising awareness of the need and benefits of a college education, the students UNCF serves and the contributions of historically Black colleges and universities.

Hosted by a diverse group of corporate sponsors, local businesses and professional organizations, organizers share the New Orleans UNCF Mayor’s Masked Ball is an evening of celebration attended by national celebrities, civic leaders, alumni, dignitaries, volunteers and friends of UNCF.

At the event, this year’s distinguished honorees – Jon Batiste and Blaine Kern Jr. – will be recognized for their exceptional contributions and community impact. Organizers say their achievements reflect the spirit of excellence that the event seeks to uplift and celebrate.

Guests will gather to honor these trailblazers during an evening of purpose and distinction.

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This must-attend event is full of fun, fashion, glitz and glamour and supports UNCF’s mission of investing in Better Futures for the young men and women we serve and by helping them move to and through college.

WHEN
Saturday, March 7

WHERE
Hyatt Regency New Orleans
601 Loyola Avenue

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FEATURING
6 p.m. – VIP UNCF Masked Award Gathering (by invitation only)
7 p.m. – Auction / Elegant Dining / Live Entertainment

STRICTLY FORMAL ATTIRE
Ladies Long Gown and Mask
Gentlemen Black Tie and Mask

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