AQUME Foundation to Host Fifth Annual Gold Gala Celebrating Black Philanthropic Excellence

Grand Rapids Kalamazoo Battle Creek, MI, September 17, 2026 —

The AQUME Foundation is set to host its fifth annual Gold Gala, an event dedicated to recognizing and celebrating Black philanthropic excellence. The gala will take place on November 12 at High Five GR, located in Grand Rapids. Festivities are scheduled to begin at 5:30 p.m.

This year marks the fifth iteration of the Gold Gala, an initiative by the AQUME Foundation aimed at highlighting contributions within the Black philanthropic community. The event is designed to provide attendees with a platform for engagement and recognition.

Attendees can anticipate an evening that includes several key components. The program will feature food offerings, educational sessions, and opportunities for networking among participants. The specific educational topics and networking activities were not detailed in the provided summary.

The venue for the gala, High Five GR, is situated in Grand Rapids. The date is confirmed as November 12, with the event commencing at 5:30 p.m. Further details regarding the agenda or featured speakers were not made available in the initial announcement.

The AQUME Foundation has not provided specific details regarding the number of previous galas held or other historical context beyond it being the fifth annual event. Information regarding ticket sales, sponsorship opportunities, or specific beneficiaries of any philanthropic efforts associated with the gala was also not included in the summary.

The Gold Gala is intended to serve as a significant occasion for acknowledging individuals and organizations demonstrating commitment to philanthropic causes within the Black community. The foundation’s stated goal for the event is to foster a spirit of giving and to inspire continued engagement in philanthropic endeavors.

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