Civic enrichment
A commitment to community participation and service. In its earliest years, the chapter purchased a full life membership in the NAACP.
CELEBRATING75YEARS OF SERVICE
1952 — 2027
Hampton (VA) Chapter · The Links, Incorporated
Honor the legacy.
Help shape
what comes next.
Join us in celebrating 75 years of friendship, leadership, and service—and become part of the next chapter.
Explore sponsorship →About the celebration ↓75TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION2027 · HAMPTON (VA) CHAPTEREVENT DETAILS TO BE ANNOUNCED
A milestone worth sharing
Seventy-five years.
Countless connections.
On March 2, 2027, the Hampton (VA) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated marks 75 years since its founding by twelve visionary women.
Our anniversary celebration will honor that foundation and the generations of members, supporters, and neighbors who have helped carry it forward. We invite businesses, organizations, and individuals to explore sponsorship of this milestone event.
Celebration date, time, venue, and attendance information will be announced here. March 2 is the chapter’s founding anniversary; the celebration event date is to be announced.
March 2, 1952 · Hampton, Virginia
Twelve women. One vision.
A legacy still unfolding.
Our 75th anniversary begins with the women who made this chapter possible. Their commitment to friendship and service laid the foundation for generations of community impact.
Honoring our twelve charter members
- Frances Anthony
- Norvleate Downing
- Helen Hart
- Julia Moses
- Lucinda Murphy
- Corrine Scott
- Lillian Smith
- Juanita Thomas
- Minnie Whiting
- Lenora Williams
- Emmy Wilson
- Lois Woodard
Chartered March 2, 1952, the Hampton (VA) Chapter embraced a threefold aim: civic, educational, and cultural enrichment.
Educational enrichment
Early programs offered motivational guidance to young students and test-taking strategies to junior high school students—a foundation reflected in the chapter’s continued investment in educational opportunity.
Cultural enrichment
Art exhibitions, student artists, and a traveling art exhibit brought creativity into community spaces. That tradition continues through the chapter’s arts programming.
Celebrate the vision. Carry the legacy forward.
As a 75th anniversary sponsor, you are invited to honor the women who began this work and connect your organization with a celebration of friendship, service, and community.
Explore anniversary sponsorship →Read our full chapter history →The legacy behind the celebration
A lasting connection to our community.
The chapter’s history is a story of opportunity, cultural enrichment, and care. These are some of the commitments our anniversary honors.
EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY
Investing in students.
Scholarships for Hampton City public high school students and HBCU students at Hampton University and Norfolk State University.
ARTS & CULTURE
Making room for creativity.
“Beyond the Bell” introduces middle school students to African American poetry and visual arts through community-center activities.
HEALTH & COMMUNITY
Showing up for our neighbors.
From the Black Family Wellness Expo to food pantry support and blood drives, our chapter connects service with everyday needs.
An invitation to sponsors
Put your values
in good company.
Be part of a milestone rooted in Hampton’s history and focused on its future.
We welcome sponsorship conversations with organizations and individuals who value educational opportunity, African American arts and culture, community wellness, and civic engagement.
Contact the chapter to request sponsorship options, discuss your organization’s interests, and learn how you can participate in the 75th anniversary celebration.
Request sponsorship information →Sponsorship levels, contribution amounts, recognition benefits, and deadlines will be shared by the chapter as arrangements are finalized.
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Start a conversation.
Tell us about your organization and your interest in the celebration.
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Explore the possibilities.
Ask the chapter about available opportunities, recognition, and participation.
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Confirm your partnership.
Work directly with the chapter to finalize the details of your sponsorship.
Celebrate the past. Connect with the future.
Be part of our
next chapter.
For anniversary and sponsorship inquiries:
hampton@linksinc.orgHampton (VA) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated
P.O. Box 143 · Hampton, Virginia 23669