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Second Annual | October 10 | Turner Hall | 7 PM

anti-gala: The wiz

Join the HYFIN Nation for our biggest fundraiser of the year  and experience an evening full of inspiration, appreciation, and celebration.

To inquire about sponsorship opportunities or to reserve a sponsorship, contact the HYFIN team at [email protected]

 
 
 
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about the anti-gala

Imagine a world where the whimsy of The Wiz collides with the boundless creativity and innovation of Afrofuturism. That’s what you’ll experience at our biggest fundraiser of the year: the HYFIN Anti-Gala.

This event Oct. 10 at Turner Hall Ballroom celebrates the past, present and future of Black excellence as we come together to support HYFIN’s mission. But leave your tuxedos and gowns at home. It’s all about expressing yourself through the lens of Afrofuturism and the magic of The Wiz. Get ready to ease on down the road for an evening full of inspiration, appreciation and celebration featuring:

 

Why support HYFIN

Supporting HYFIN’s Anti-Gala is a crucial step towards fostering a more inclusive and diverse media landscape. HYFIN, as a Black-led media outlet, plays a vital role in amplifying underrepresented voices and showcasing the vibrant tapestry of Black culture in Milwaukee and beyond. By embracing a wide spectrum of Black music and culture, from traditional to contemporary, HYFIN addresses the growing demand for authentic representation in media.

The Anti-Gala represents more than just an event; it’s an investment in the economic empowerment of the Black community. With Black consumers’ purchasing power projected to reach $1.8 trillion by 2024, supporting platforms like HYFIN is not only culturally significant but also economically strategic.

HYFIN’s focus on embracing musical diversity, showcasing underrepresented artists, fostering creativity, and elevating Black enterprise aligns perfectly with the evolving media landscape where Black audiences are at the forefront of consumption and influence. By supporting the Anti-Gala, you contribute to creating opportunities for Black entrepreneurs, media professionals, and creatives.

Moreover, your support aids HYFIN in its mission to address systemic issues of racism and institutional bias in the media industry. It helps create a more equitable media ecosystem that better serves and represents all communities. Through initiatives like Grace Weber’s Music Lab, Amplifier, and the Blackity Black Holiday Market, HYFIN is actively shaping a future where Black voices are not just heard but celebrated.

Join us in supporting HYFIN’s Anti-Gala. Your contribution goes beyond an event – it’s an investment in cultural richness, economic growth, and social equity.

If you can’t make the Anti-Gala, you can support HYFIN’s mission with a donation.

 

ANTI-GALA CO-CHAIRS

James Phelps

James Phelps

President, JCP Construction

Lauren Feaster

CEO, Professional Dimensions

Sponsors

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sponsorship

Become a Sponsor of the Anti-Gala

VIP Booth Sponsor

$1500

Host a group of five in a VIP booth, with benefits including: Event recognition: Verbal recognition at the event.

VIP Table sponsor

$3000

Host a group of 10 in a VIP booth, with benefits including: Event recognition: Verbal recognition at the event.

A&E Sponsor

$10,000

This level supports the evening’s curated musical experience, One table of ten PR and Marketing: Sponsorship recognition in public relations outreach and paid advertisements (“Food provided courtesy of”) Full-page ad in the Gala program to advertise your business or organization, write a personal tribute, or recognize someone special. Event Recognition: Verbal recognition (“all live performances provided courtesy of”) and speaking opportunities during the event.

Culinary Sponsor

$15,000

Support the Wiz-inspired culinary experience of the gala, with benefits including: One table of ten. PR and marketing: Sponsorship recognition in public relations outreach and paid advertisements. Full-page ad in the Gala program to advertise your business/organization, write a personal tribute, or recognize someone special. Event recognition: Verbal recognition (“tonight’s food provided courtesy of”) and speaking opportunities during the event.

Who we are

HYFIN is a media movement from Radio Milwaukee.

Milwaukee’s only Urban Alternative radio station features the full spectrum of Black music beyond R&B and Hip-Hop plus Milwaukee music. HYFIN connects the culture with the latest Black culture news, podcasts and more. Listen to best hip hop & R&B, dance, Afrobeats and more!

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Get your tickets now for just $10 in advance or $15 at the door and join us at 220 East Pittsburgh on May 10th.