Savannah State University's Scholarship Gala
April 18, 2026 6:00 pm
Savannah Convention Center, 1 International Drive, Savannah, GA, USA
An Investment Into the Future
Savannah State University's Annual Scholarship Gala celebrates student success and the rich history of the institution, while providing meaningful opportunities for the community to financially support students throughout their collegiate journey. Net proceeds from this black tie affair provide scholarship support for deserving students.
Established in 1890, Savannah State University is the oldest public Historically Black College and University (HBCU) in Georgia and the first institution of higher learning in the city of Savannah. Students select majors from more than 30 undergraduate and four graduate programs in five colleges: Business Administration, Education, Media Arts, and Communication, Sciences and Humanities and Engineering, Technology and Computing. Become part of a network of 30,000 + alumni and support SSU deserving students. Learn more by visiting Savannah State.
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- Two tables (20 guests) with premier placement
- Twenty (20) tickets to the VIP Reception
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2026 SSU Gala Sponsors
Gold Sponsor:
Savannah State University Foundation
VyStar Credit Union
Silver Sponsor:
Gulfstream Aerospace
Bronze Sponsors:
Savannah Economic Development Authority
Georgia Power
Patron Sponsors:
Chatham County Commissioners' Office
Union Mission, Inc.
National Pan Hellenic Council
Mock Plumbing
Chatham Engineering & Lott Naugle Architects
Georgetown Family Dentistry
Mrs. Dana N. Daniels, SSU Chief Human Resources Officer
SSU Upward Bound
SSU Student Support Services
SSU Athletic Booster Club
SSUNAA, Jefferson Chapter
SSUNAA Liberty County Chapter
SSUNAA Augusta Chapter
Grady Young Foundation, Inc.
Members First Credit Union
Thomas and Hutton
Curtis V. Cooper Primary Health Care
SSU Class of '76
Mr. Arthur J. & Mrs. Margie B. Terry
Ms. Samantha Hutchinson, Vice President - Office of Business and Financial Affairs
St. Joseph's/Candler
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Hotel accommodations are available for Gala guests, and we encourage you to reserve your room early. Special room rates have been secured for attendees and must be booked by the booking date shown on the page. Please use the hotel booking link below to review accommodations so you can enjoy a comfortable stay during the Gala.
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