NAACP Spokane Freedom Fund Gala 2026
Spokane Freedom Fund Gala 2026 takes place Saturday, November 7, 2026 at the DoubleTree by Hilton Spokane City Center. Hosted by NAACP Spokane Branch 1137, this year’s gala carries the theme “We The People” and brings Eastern Washington together to celebrate civil rights leadership and fund the branch’s year-round work.
Saturday, November 7, 2026 | 6:00 PM | Black Tie
DoubleTree by Hilton Spokane City Center · 322 N Spokane Falls Ct, Spokane, WA 99201
Event Details
Time: 6:00 PM
Attire: Black tie
Location: DoubleTree by Hilton Spokane City Center, 322 N Spokane Falls Ct, Spokane, WA 99201
Early bird tickets (through October 15): $90 members, $110 non-members, tables of 10 from $1,050
The Freedom Fund Gala is the most important fundraiser of the year for NAACP Spokane. Proceeds support the branch committees working on education, youth engagement, civic engagement, criminal justice, and health care across the Spokane region.
NAACP Spokane has been a steady voice for civil rights in the Inland Northwest, with hundreds of local members and a long record of advocacy. The gala is where that community comes together to honor its leaders and invest in the work ahead.
Early Bird Pricing Ends October 15
Reserve your seat at the Spokane Freedom Fund Gala 2026 before prices go up.
What to Expect at the Spokane Freedom Fund Gala 2026
- An evening celebrating civil rights leadership under the theme “We The People”
- Recognition of community leaders and award winners
- A keynote address presented by the gala’s premier sponsor
- Social hour and student recognition
- Sponsorship opportunities for businesses and organizations
Every ticket and table directly supports NAACP Spokane programs. Several sponsorship levels include complimentary NAACP memberships for every guest at the table, making the gala a strong way for organizations to invest in civil rights in Eastern Washington.
Whether you attend as an individual, bring a table of friends, or sponsor the evening, the Spokane Freedom Fund Gala 2026 is a chance to stand with the movement. Explore more branch events across Alaska, Oregon, and Washington at NAACP AOWSAC.
Why the Spokane Freedom Fund Gala 2026 Matters
Freedom Fund events are a tradition across the NAACP, dating back to the organization’s earliest decades, when local branches raised money to support legal defense, voter registration, and community organizing. That tradition continues in Spokane, where the gala helps fund scholarships, youth programs, civic engagement, and the branch’s civil rights complaint and advocacy work across Eastern Washington.
The 2026 theme, “We The People,” is a reminder that the promises of the Constitution belong to everyone and that protecting them takes ordinary people showing up. In a year marked by battles over voting access, education, and public safety, the Spokane Freedom Fund Gala 2026 is a chance for the Inland Northwest to come together and invest in that work locally.
Plan Your Evening
The DoubleTree by Hilton Spokane City Center is located at 322 North Spokane Falls Court, next to the Spokane Convention Center and a short walk from Riverfront Park. Hotel parking is available on site for a fee. The evening begins at 6:00 PM and is a black tie affair, so plan your attire accordingly and check the ticket page before the event for any final details.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. When and where is the Spokane Freedom Fund Gala 2026? Saturday, November 7, 2026 at 6:00 PM at the DoubleTree by Hilton Spokane City Center, 322 N Spokane Falls Ct, Spokane, WA 99201.
2. How much are tickets? Early bird tickets are $90 for members and $110 for non-members through October 15. Tables of 10 start at $1,050.
3. Where do I buy tickets? Tickets are sold through the NAACP Spokane Zeffy page linked above.
4. What is the 2026 theme? The theme is “We The People.”
5. Where does the money go? Proceeds support NAACP Spokane Branch 1137 programs in education, youth, civic engagement, criminal justice, and health care.