Partnership Tiers

I. Introduction

The National Alliance of Black School Educators (NABSE) Midwest Region invites strategic corporate partners and sponsors to join us in an extraordinary opportunity to impact the future of education for Black students and educators across the Midwest. As a regional arm of the nation’s premier non-profit organization devoted to the education of African American youth, NABSE Midwest serves as a dynamic hub for professional development, advocacy, and innovation in education.

Our region encompasses state and local affiliates across Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, Nebraska, and Wisconsin. With an expanding network of educators, school leaders, community stakeholders, and policy influencers, NABSE Midwest is committed to cultivating student achievement and excellence in education leadership.

II. Organizational Purpose and Reach

Our Mission:
To improve the educational experiences and outcomes of Black children by developing effective leaders, promoting culturally responsive pedagogy, and advocating for equitable policies and practices across the Midwest region.

Our Reach Includes:

• 9 States across the Midwest region

• 20+ local and state NABSE affiliates

• Over 5,000 Midwest-based educators, administrators, scholars, and advocates

• Engagement with more than 150 school districts and educational institutions

• Annual Regional Education Conference attracting 500+ attendees

• Year-round leadership summits, seminars, and professional development programs

​III. Signature Events & Impact Opportunities
 

1. NABSE Midwest Regional Education Conference
Our flagship annual event brings together thought leaders, practitioners, and partners from across the region. Highlights include:
 

• ​Superintendent Symposium

• Aspiring Leaders Seminars (Superintendent & Principal tracks)

• Parent Engagement Summit

• Over 50+ Professional Development Workshops

• Principal and Administrator Recognition Banquet

• Student Honoree Scholarships & Celebrations

• Launch of the Midwest Coalition of Allies for Public Education

• Board Governance Professional Development and Training Seminars and Workshops

​2. Midwest Breakfast at the NABSE National Conference
A high-impact networking and policy engagement event attended by national, regional, and district education leaders.

3. Leadership Development Institutes
Seasonal institutes focused on literacy, educational equity, culturally responsive practices, and administrative leadership.

4. Community and Affiliate Engagement
Support the growth of local and state affiliates in underserved areas and directly connect with educators and families on the ground.

5. Annual Teacher Recognition Gala Celebrations
State and Local Affiliates across the Midwest acknowledge and award teachers in their local communities annually.

6. Annual Student Recognition Celebrations
State and Local Affiliates across the Midwest acknowledge and award teachers in their local communities annually.

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7. Receptions At State Superintendent Conferences
NABSE Midwest host and sponsor receptions for superintendents and administrators of color during annual conference for state district leaders and administrators`

​IV. Partnership Opportunities

We offer tiered sponsorship and partnership levels with customizable engagement options:

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V. Why Partner with NABSE Midwest?

• Strategic Visibility: Connect with influential education professionals and decision-makers.

• Community Impact: Align your brand with equity, excellence, and the upliftment of underserved communities.

• Workforce Pipeline: Engage with a network of emerging and seasoned leaders in PreK-12 education.

• Brand Leadership: Be recognized as a visionary supporter of diversity, inclusion, and innovation in education.

VI. Contact Information

For more information or to explore sponsorship opportunities, please contact:

Thandabantu Maceo

Executive Director, NABSE Midwest

tbmaceo@gmail.com

785.643.4333

www.abse.org

VII. Closing Statement

Join us in transforming education across the Midwest. Your partnership with NABSE Midwest is more than a sponsorship—it’s a bold investment in the power of Black excellence, equity in education, and the leadership of tomorrow.