# Event Details - **Event Name**: Boys Matter 2 Men Community, Mentor, and Mentee Appreciation Fundrasining Banquet - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 14 Nov, 2025 at 06:30 pm – Fri, 14 Nov, 2025 at 09:30 pm - **Event Description**: ✨ Boys Matter 2 Men Appreciation Banquet & Fashion Show: “Rip the Runway – 90s Edition” Date: Friday, November 14, 2025 Time: 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM Location: Killeen Arts and Activities Center Hosted by: Boys Matter 2 Men (501c3 Nonprofit Organization) Dress Code: 90s Chic | Bold | Fun | Empowered Theme: “Celebrating Legacy. Honoring Impact. Inspiring the Next Generation to Rise & Thrive.” ? Event Purpose This evening celebrates our mentors, youth, volunteers, sponsors, and community partners who help make Boys Matter 2 Men’s mission possible. All proceeds from the event support the Rise & Thrive Youth Leadership, Life Skills, and Mental Wealth Program, empowering young men and women to develop resilience, financial literacy, confidence, and purpose. ?️ Event Agenda 6:00 PM – 6:30 PM | Red Carpet Arrival & Photo Hour • Guests arrive and check in at registration. • Step-and-repeat photo opportunity with Boys Matter 2 Men backdrop. • 90s R&B & Hip-Hop playlist sets the mood. • Mocktail & appetizer service. ? DJ plays classic 90s favorites 6:30 PM – 6:45 PM | Welcome & Opening Remarks • MC Welcome: Energetic host introduces theme and evening highlights. • Invocation/Prayer: Dr. Elizabeth Jennings, CEO & Founder 6:45 PM – 7:15 PM | Dinner Service & Networking • Guests enjoy dinner service. • Light background music (90s soul or acoustic). • Table icebreaker: “What inspired your 90s look tonight?” 7:20 PM – 7:40 PM | GUEST SPEAKER “Rise & Thrive” Impact Presentation Speaker: Dr. Elizabeth Jennings • Overview of the STRONG Community Skill Building Day Event, Rise & Thrive and Empower Me program’s goals and community impact. • Youth testimonials and a short video of program highlights. • Introduction of fundraising goal for the evening and call to action: “Help our youth rise and thrive.” ?Table challenge or donation pledge cards distributed during this segment. ________________________________________ 7:45 PM – 8:00 PM | “Rip the Runway” 90s Fashion Show Emcees: Youth Host + Mentor • Featuring youth participants, mentors, and community role models strutting 90s-inspired looks. ? Music: 90s hip-hop, R&B, and pop anthems — think TLC, Aaliyah, Will Smith, Boyz II Men. 8:00-8:30 Impact Presentation Speaker: Dr. Elizabeth Jennings • Overview of the STRONG Community Skill Building Day Event, Rise & Thrive and Empower Me program’s goals and community impact. • Youth testimonials and a short video of program highlights. • Introduction of fundraising goal for the evening and call to action: “Help our youth rise and thrive.” ?Table challenge or donation pledge cards distributed during this segment. ________________________________________ 8:30 PM – 8:50 PM | Fundraising Challenge: “Fuel the Fire for the Future” • Live donation moment: guests pledge to support the Rise & Thrive program. • Recognition of donors on-screen or through shoutouts. • Quick video reel of youth successes & community projects. ________________________________________ 8:50 PM – 9:20 PM | Impact Honors & Support Awards Ceremony Recognizing individuals and partners who have made a lasting difference: ? Categories: • Community Impact Award – Outstanding partnership supporting Boys Matter 2 Men • Mentor of the Year – Dedication to youth growth and leadership • Youth Leader of the Year – Exemplary resilience and service • Faith in Action Award – Spiritual leadership and encouragement • Supporter of the Year – Consistent advocacy and generosity ? Award Presenters: Dr. Jennings, Board Members, and Community Leaders ________________________________________ 9:20 PM – 9:30 PM | Closing Remarks & Group Celebration • Final words of gratitude from Dr. Elizabeth Jennings. • Group photo of award winners, youth, and mentors. • Guests invited to dance to 90s favorites as DJ closes the night. ? Song suggestion: “Celebrate” or “Motownphilly” ________________________________________ ? Event Highlights • 90s Themed Decor: retro table signs, and photo booth. • Youth Vendors & Displays: Tables showcasing youth entrepreneurs’ products. • Silent Auction Optional add-on for additional fundraising. ________________________________________ ? Event Goal To raise funds and awareness for Boys Matter 2 Men’s Rise & Thrive Program, helping more youth build life skills, confidence, and mental wealth through mentorship, entrepreneurship, and leadership development. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/killeen/boys-matter-2-men-community-mentor-and-mentee-appreciation-fundrasining-banquet/200029131114831 - **Event Categories**: nonprofit, contests, charities, fashion, business, dance, entertainment, art - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 16 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket URL**: http://facebook.com/200029131114831?utm_source=AllEvents.in&utm_medium=event-discovery-platform&utm_campaign=killeen-events ## Event venue details - **city**: Killeen - **state**: TX - **country**: United States - **location**: Killeen Arts and Activities Center - **lat**: 31.125343031025 - **long**: -97.727833613529 - **full address**: Killeen Arts and Activities Center, 801 N 4th St, Killeen, TX 76541, United States ## Event Organizer details - **affiliate_id**: 2 - **organizer**: Elizabeth Carter Jennings (https://allevents.in/org/elizabeth-carter-jennings/24491690) ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: banner - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/80b4d34dd11c6586a6d083a60ddf128571c74ec41a5f40d92bd20ada38f0659a-rimg-w1200-h1855-dc2d4567-gmir?v=1763011612 - **Alt text**: thumbnail - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/c7619d8b40e5e9c539d47bb9c9c8ec653ca7475dacb2c3d489cc677014d2385f-rimg-w300-h300-dc2e4666-gmir?v=1763011613 ## FAQs - **Q**: When is the event happening? - **A:** Fri, 14 Nov, 2025 at 06:30 pm - **Q**: Where is the event happening? - **A:** Killeen Arts and Activities Center, 801 N 4th St, Killeen, TX 76541, United States - **Q**: Who is organizing the event? - **A:** Elizabeth Carter Jennings - **Q**: What type of event is this? - **A:** nonprofit, contests, charities, fashion, business, dance, entertainment, art - **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Boys Matter 2 Men Community, Mentor, and Mentee Appreciation Fundrasining Banquet ? - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents. ## Structured Data (JSON-LD) ```json [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Event", "name": "Boys Matter 2 Men Community, Mentor, and Mentee Appreciation Fundrasining Banquet", "image": "https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/80b4d34dd11c6586a6d083a60ddf128571c74ec41a5f40d92bd20ada38f0659a-rimg-w1200-h1855-dc2d4567-gmir?v=1763011612", "startDate": "2025-11-14", "endDate": "2025-11-14", "url": "https://allevents.in/killeen/boys-matter-2-men-community-mentor-and-mentee-appreciation-fundrasining-banquet/200029131114831", "location": { "@type": "Place", "name": "Killeen Arts and Activities Center", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "streetAddress": "801 N 4th St, Killeen, TX 76541, United States", "addressLocality": "Killeen", "addressRegion": "TX", "addressCountry": "US" }, "geo": { "@type": "GeoCoordinates", "latitude": "31.125343031025", "longitude": "-97.727833613529" } }, "eventAttendanceMode": "https://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode", "description": "✨ Boys Matter 2 Men Appreciation Banquet & Fashion Show: “Rip the Runway – 90s Edition”\nDate: Friday, November 14, 2025\nTime: 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM\nLocation: Killeen Arts and Activities Center\nHosted by: Boys Matter 2 Men (501c3 Nonprofit Organization)\nDress Code: 90s Chic | Bold | Fun | Empowered\nT", "organizer": [ { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Elizabeth Carter Jennings", "url": "https://allevents.in/org/elizabeth-carter-jennings/24491690" } ] } ] ```