Party with a Purpose
The ABHOF Foundation seeks to further the impact of the annual induction ceremony by providing an environment in which a future generation of African-American achievers with Arkansas roots will thrive and succeed.
Our Mission
The Arkansas Black Hall of Fame recognizes outstanding accomplishments of African Americans with Arkansas ties and invests in Black and underserved communities throughout Arkansas, to improve education, health, and social well being of marginalized populations throughout Arkansas.
Get Your Copy
Shop our 25th Anniversary Commemorative Book, Seeds of Genius: Twenty-Five Years of the Arkansas Black Hall of Fame, and other merchandise to support our mission.
Sponsor
Support from businesses is significant part of how we achieve our mission. We appreciate the continued generosity of our sponsors, despite not having our induction ceremony due to the current global pandemic.
2026 Inductee Spotlight
We honor the legacy of accomplished African Americans with Arkansas roots. Our inductees have distinguished themselves in their chosen fields of endeavor and we are proud to acknowledge them with induction into the Arkansas Black of Fame. Here are this year’s honorees.
Rebecca “Becky” & Darrell Finney
Visionary Entrepreneurs, Philanthropic Leaders
Class of 2026
Shirley N. Weber, Ph.D.
California Secretary of State & Champion for Social Justice
Class of 2026
Hazell Reed, Ph.D.
Legendary Agricultural Leader, Educator & Mentor
Class of 2026
Raymond P. Miller M.D.
Trailblazing Medical, Scientific & Business Leader
Class of 2026
Joe Marcus Johnson
NBA Legend & Philanthropist
Class of 2026
Frank A. James, Ph.D.
Civil Rights Icon and Educator Extraordinaire
Class of 2026
Nominations
Arkansas has been called home by men and women representing the best and brightest in their fields. Extend the legacy of an Arkansan who has lived a life committed to excellence. Nominate them to become a part of our next group of inductees into the Arkansas Black Hall of Fame! Click below for more information on the nomination process.
$1 million in community investments
Your donations and sponsorships have allowed us to make a sizable impact across the state of Arkansas.
240 community organizations impacted through grant awards
Your generosity has supported our mission to award grants to nonprofit organizations with interests in African-American and other underserved communities.
69 counties impacted thus far
Your support has helped the Arkansas Black Hall of Fame Foundation make a difference in the lives of more than 200,000 Arkansans.
