Celebrating 23 Years of Independent Black Media Excellence
Thursday, December 4, 2025 | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
📍 Frederick Douglass–Isaac Myers Maritime Park Museum, Baltimore, MD
RSVP: 👉🏾 BMORENews23.eventbrite.com
About This Event
For 23 years, BMORENews.com has been the voice of Baltimore’s business, culture, and community empowerment.
Join Doni Glover, founder and publisher, for an elegant evening at the historic Frederick Douglass–Isaac Myers Maritime Park Museum — where art, history, and legacy converge to celebrate “New Baltimore.”
The night features:
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The Joe Manns Black Wall Street Awards honoring outstanding community and business leaders
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Live networking amid the museum’s art gallery setting
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Fine wine, charcuterie, and fellowship among changemakers shaping Baltimore’s future
This intimate, 50-seat benefit helps sustain BMORENews’s mission to uplift, inform, and connect the Black business community.
Event Schedule
🕕 6:00 – 6:30 PM | VIP Meet & Greet
Exclusive time for VIP guests and sponsors to mingle with Doni Glover and honorees. Enjoy reserved seating, wine, light fare, and photo opportunities before the main program.
🎤 6:30 – 8:30 PM | Main Program & Awards
Presentation of the Joe Manns Black Wall Street Awards, remarks from honorees, and community celebration throughout the gallery.
🥂 8:30 – 9:00 PM | Closing Toast & Networking
Final acknowledgments, photos, and light networking as we raise a glass to 23 years of media excellence.
Ticket Options
🎟 Supporter Ticket – $23
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General admission (standing room)
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Includes wine, light fare, and access to full evening program
🌟 VIP Ticket – $123
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Reserved seating (limited to 50 seats)
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Includes wine, charcuterie, commemorative BMORENews gift
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Access to 6:00 – 6:30 PM VIP Meet & Greet with Doni Glover and honorees
Sponsorship Opportunities
🏆 Legacy Sponsor – $5,000
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6 VIP tickets
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Speaking opportunity during program
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Premium logo placement (press, website, signage)
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Full-page ad in BMORENews digital publication
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Recognition on BMORENews.com & BlackUSA.News
🥇 Gold Sponsor – $2,500
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4 VIP tickets
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Logo on Eventbrite page & signage
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Half-page ad in BMORENews digital publication
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Mention during program
🥈 Silver Sponsor – $1,000
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2 VIP tickets
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Logo on signage and Eventbrite
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Recognition in post-event digital coverage
🤝 Community Partner – $500
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1 VIP ticket
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Name listed on signage and digital thank-you post
Event Notes
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Attire: Business or cocktail chic
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Parking: Available on-site and nearby
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BMORENews will provide wine, charcuterie, and light refreshments
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Seating is limited; standing guests are encouraged to mingle and explore the gallery
Contact
📧 doni@bmorenews.com
🌐 www.BMORENews.com
