The Village Ball
Leaving a Legacy
A fundraising evening of purpose, culture, and community — honoring those who serve, preserve, and uplift Black Akron.
More Than a Fundraiser.
The Village Ball is a collective commitment to protect the stories, values, and future of Akronites across generations.
The Akron Rites of Passage Initiative (AROPI) and The Legacy Building Project invite you to The Village Ball — an evening rooted in community, culture, and continuity. This gathering honors those who serve, those who preserve, and those who dare to build something that will outlast them.
Proceeds directly support The Legacy Building Project — a 25,000 sq. ft. African American Cultural Center and Museum Complex that will restore community identity, honor Akron's Black history, and create pathways for education, entrepreneurship, and generational wealth.
Invest in Legacy.
Sponsor commitments must be received by July 10, 2026. Logo materials due by July 25, 2026.
Ready to Commit?
Email logo materials to higginsaropi@gmail.com by July 25, 2026. Make checks payable to AROPI · 1630 Schiller Street Ste.3, #178 · Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio 44223
Join Us on August 15.
Reserve your seat at The Village Ball. Tickets are $100 per person. All proceeds support The Legacy Building Project.
Your Nomination Counts.
We invite you to nominate community service leaders and organizations regarded as trailblazers, foremost activists, advocates, and allies in uplifting the Black community. It serves as a significant celebration of history, culture, and the preservation of Akron's Black Heritage.