I am honored and privileged to serve as the president of the Patrons of the National Center. The Patrons have ambitious and exciting plans for the future as we continue to support the missions and goals of the Center. I would like to personally extend an invitation to our Patrons to renew their membership for the upcoming year. We thank you for your continued support; both financially, and your physical participation in our events and programs. Without you there literally would be no Patrons organization.

The Patrons hosted a mixer on Thursday, September 15, 2022, at “The Nest,” on the campus of Alabama State University. The mixer was part of our effort to re-engage and redouble our support of the Center and its mission.

I would also encourage anyone interested to take that first step and become a new member of our organization. We especially welcome our students and young adults to embark on a rewarding and lasting relationship with the Patrons of the National Center as a means of preserving and protecting our culture and traditions. We must tell our story, lest others tell it for us.

Be safe, stay strong, and God Bless!
William R. “Bill” Ford
President, The Patrons of the National Center