OUR MISSION STATEMENT
Our mission is to highlight valuable contributions of Black/African-Americans through our culture and heritage by preserving our history and legacy while educating and unifying our diverse society.
OUR VISION
WHO WE ARE
The African American Celebration Committee is a 501(c)3 organization consisting of dedicated men and women who volunteer their time to focus on the continuing education of African American history and provide a legacy of education through annual scholarship awards
Members of five subcommittees work tirelessly in the development of events and activities that promote and support the committees’ mission. Our Team is committed to serving the communities of the greater Marshall, Texas Area.
OUR RICH HISTORY
AACC was founded in 2022 by Sharon Johnson. The first meeting was held in October 2021, where various members of the community were hand-selected to see this vision into fruition. She saw a need for more positive representations in our community. A vision to produce a multi-sector platform for the community to come together and celebrate the Black American heritage, talents and accomplishments, as well as, honor our ancestors.
HISTORY. CULTURE. SCHOLARSHIP.
To inspire a world that builds a tradition of educating and celebrating Black’s/African-Americans through culturally enriched events in our community that will positively build a country worthy of boundless promise.