Community Connect: February 11
About the application
Gwinnett’s 2026 Black History Month celebration is seeking community partners to participate in our Community Connections component.
Community Connections highlights organizations that actively serve, support, or engage the community in Gwinnett. Partners help enrich the celebration by creating visually engaging and culturally relevant displays that contribute to the overall theme of the event. While organizations may share informational materials about their services, the primary focus is to enhance the celebration through displays that honor Black history, culture, and the 2026 theme.
APPLICATION PROCESS
When you apply, you will be prompted to create an account with your basic information. This will allow you to update your profile and track the status of your application throughout the approval process.
Eligible Community Partners
Organizations whose work supports community engagement, cultural education, or community well-being, including:
• Health and wellness organizations
• Nonprofit agencies
• Faith-based organizations
• Educational institutions
• Community development organizations
• Cultural or heritage-based groups
Partner Expectations
If selected, your organization will be provided with a table space. Your display must prominently feature materials related to the 2026 Black History Month celebration and/or event theme, such as cultural artifacts, visual displays, posters, or educational and historical elements.
You may also include brochures or informational items about your organization, as long as they support — not replace — the celebration-themed display.
As a Community Connections partner, you will be able to:
• Engage directly with Gwinnett residents
• Share your organization’s mission, role, and impact
• Help elevate the event experience through meaningful cultural representation
Timeline
Application approvals will occur between January 19 and January 22. All applicants will be notified following the review period. If selected, you may be asked to submit recent photos for promotional purposes.
Questions?
Please email CivicEngagement@GwinnettCounty.com with any questions or comments.
About the event
Terms & Conditions
Terms & Conditions
Art vendors are required to complete a General Liability Waiver and must have a valid business license.
Performers are required to complete a General Liability Waiver and must have a valid business license, unless otherwise noted.
Food vendors are required to complete a General Liability Waiver, provide Gwinnett County with a Certificate of Insurance, and have a valid business license.
Gwinnett County Public Schools are not required to provide a Certificate of Insurance, a valid business license, or complete a General Liability Waiver.
Additional information will be provided upon application approval.
Gwinnett County reserves the right to select or reject any or all submissions depending on the needs of the event, as determined by Gwinnett County Department and Division Directors.
Questions on the application
Business information
- Business name
- Legal business name
- Contact name
- Address
- Phone
- Website (Optional)
- Logo (Optional)
Additional information
- Which type of Community Partner are you best classified as?
- Please give a brief description of your work.
- Have you participated in this event before? If so, when?
- Will you need power provide for your booth setup? Please note, power is limited and on a first come, first served basis.
- Do you understand that Gwinnett County will provide each vendor the following items: one (1) six-foot table and two (2) chairs. Additionally, items may be requested; however, we encourage you to provide your own.
Picture requirements
- Minimum pictures required: 0
