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Party with a Purpose

The ABHOF Foundation seeks to further the impact of the annual induction ceremony by providing an environment in which a future generation of African-American achievers with Arkansas roots will thrive and succeed.

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Our Mission

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We’ve provided support to nonprofit organizations across the state for 15 years. Learn more about our grants program that has improved the lives of over 200,000 Arkansans.

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Shop our 25th Anniversary Commemorative Book, Seeds of Genius: Twenty-Five Years of the Arkansas Black Hall of Fame, and other merchandise to support our mission.

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Support from businesses is significant part of how we achieve our mission. We appreciate the continued generosity of our sponsors, despite not having our induction ceremony due to the current global pandemic.

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2023 Inductee Spotlight

We honor the legacy of accomplished African Americans with Arkansas roots. Our inductees have distinguished themselves in their chosen fields of endeavor and we are proud to acknowledge them with induction into the Arkansas Black of Fame. Here are this year’s honorees.

  • Harvey P. Wiley, Sr.
  • Dr. Ronda Henry-Tillman
  • Curtis Howse
  • James H. Leary
  • Judge Joyce Williams Warren
  • Rev. Jerry D. Black
  • Harvey P. Wiley, Sr.

    Pioneering Senior Level Agricultural Executive, Entrepreneur, and Mentor Extraordinaire

    Class of 2023

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  • Dr. Ronda Henry-Tillman

    Internationally-Renowned Surgeon, Oncologist, Teacher, Scientist and Philanthropist 

    Class of 2023

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  • Curtis Howse

    Global Business Leader

    Class of 2023

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  • James H. Leary

    Internationally-Renowned Jazz Musician, Arranger and Composer

    Class of 2023

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  • Judge Joyce Williams Warren

    Trailblazing Jurist and Youth Advocate

    Class of 2023

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  • Rev. Jerry D. Black

    National Icon among Preachers and Pastors known as “The Preacher’s Preacher”

    Class of 2023

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Nominations

Arkansas has been called home by men and women representing the best and brightest in their fields. Extend the legacy of an Arkansan who has lived a life committed to excellence. Nominate them to become a part of our next group of inductees into the Arkansas Black Hall of Fame! Click below for more information on the nomination process.

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$1 million in community investments

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Your donations and sponsorships have allowed us to make a sizable impact across the state of Arkansas.

240 community organizations impacted through grant awards

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Your generosity has supported our mission to award grants to nonprofit organizations with interests in African-American and other underserved communities.

69counties impacted thus far

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Your support has helped the Arkansas Black Hall of Fame Foundation make a difference in the lives of more than 200,000 Arkansans.

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