Thank You for Your Support—There’s Still Time to Join Us!

Because of You, Our Mission Moves Forward

With November 10 just around the corner, we want to pause and thank the individuals, organizations, and community partners who have already stepped forward to support our 72nd Annual Humanitarian Award Celebration.

Whether you have sponsored, purchased tickets, made a gift, or helped spread the word, your support matters. You are helping The Diversity Center of Northeast Ohio bring people together, deepen understanding, and create opportunities for young people to feel connected, respected, and valued.

Tuesday, November 10, 2026
5:30 p.m. Cocktail Reception | 6:30 p.m. Dinner and Program

Hotel Cleveland, 24 Public Square, Cleveland, OH 44113

Humanitarian Award Celebration

Board Co-Chairs

Naomi Sigg

Vice President
For Student Experience and Campus Belonging

John Carroll University

Kate Vlasek

Partner

Benesch Friedlander Coplan & Aronoff LLP

Help Us Carry That Momentum Forward

There is still time to be part of this year’s celebration honoring Connie Hill-Johnson, Kevin K. Johnson, and Cipriano S. “Cip” Beredo III.

Join us for an evening of recognition and connection—or show your support through a sponsorship, donation, or message in our Digital Commemorative Tribute Book. Your participation helps ensure that the spirit of this celebration reaches beyond one evening and into classrooms and communities across Northeast Ohio.

For sponsorship and tribute opportunities, contact Cierra Hilson at chilson@diversitycenterneo.org or 216-752-3000 ext. 5222.

To everyone who has already said yes—thank you. And to those still considering, we would love to count you among this year’s supporters.

Join Us and Show Your Support