LIVE MUSIC SPONSOR
The 100 Men Hall’s mission is to promote and preserve the hall, a centuries’ old nexus of social justice and artistic expression for a population historically denied access to both, in the Jim Crow South. Today, the hall fosters civic participation in a variety of causes to promote the greater common good, supporting creative expression and activist art for women and men who have struggled to find a mainstream connection due to their social or artistic convictions, or minority status. Those familiar with the Hall consider it a beloved community treasure; those learning about it for the first time are instantly captivated by its storied past.
The Hall’s past tells a more nuanced story of Mississippi than the one most people hear about this state. It is a story of a self-directed and self-reliant African American community, and it is the story of sheer artistry and creativity starring James Brown and Etta James as well as a long roster of brilliant musicians and performers who were part of the Chitlin Circuit.
In 2022, the Hall celebrated its centennial and 129th anniversary as a 501c3 federal nonprofit, Hundred Members Debating Benevolent Association. As a nonprofit, we rely on sponsorships to keep the music playing and program grants to get the good word out there about this unique and compelling landmark.
ETTA JAMES sponsor: $25,000
-sponsor logo and name included on website, marketing flyers and all materials printed or digital
-logo featured on mailings
-banner during events
-opportunity for sponsor to speak at events
-20 tickets to signature events
RAY CHARLES sponsor: $10,000
-sponsor logo on musical events, including website, marketing flyers and all material printed for musical events
-logo featured on mailings
-signage at musical events
-10 tickets to musical events
JAMES BROWN sponsor: $5,000
-sponsor logo on website
-logo featured on mailings
-6 tickets to events
SAM COOKE sponsor: $2500
-sponsor logo featured on marketing and flyers for event
-4 tickets to events
The historic 100 Men Hall is a 501c3 federal nonprofit and any donation over $250 may be tax deductible.
To sponsor, please contact Rachel Dangermond, Director, 100 Men Hall at 100menhall@gmail.com and cell: 415.336.9543.