GloRilla, Metro Boomin and John Legend are just some of the many iconic acts who will perform to raise funds for HBCUs across the country.

On Monday, November 17, Live Nation Urban and the Student Freedom Initiative announced the lineup for the inaugural HBCU Awarefest. The largest HBCU fundraiser in history will take place on March 26, 2026, at the State Farm Arena in Atlanta. HBCU Awarefest will feature performances by Adam Blackstone, Common, Coco Jones, Earth, Wind, & Fire, Jeezy, Jill Scott, Kirk Franklin, Tems, Yolanda Adams and more. There will also be special appearances from Chris Paul, Angel Reese, Ryan Clark and other prominent sports figures.

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