Friends of ABS

Friends of ABS

Meet Our Sponsors

We’re grateful for the support of our Conference Sponsors. If you are interested in becoming a sponsor, please click here for more information.

Friends of ABS – Black Excellence Ambassador

William T. Grant Foundation

The William T. Grant Foundation is pleased to welcome the Association of Black Sociologists to New York City for the 2026 annual meeting.

Friends of ABS – Donor

Russell Sage Foundation

Russell Sage Foundation - Supporting innovative social science research that explores cutting-edge methods, questions, and policies for the improvement of social and living conditions in the United States.

Friends of ABS – $1,000 Level

Columbia University
Department of Sociology

Columbia University Department of Sociology

Harvard Kennedy School

Congratulations the ABS on its 56th annual conference! Wishing everyone a stimulating conference!

Northwestern – Department of Black Studies

Northwestern University’s Black Studies Department supports the 2026 ABS conference

Northwestern – Department of Sociology

Department of Sociology

Department of Sociology – University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Ethnography Workshop – Department of Sociology – University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Virginia State University – Office of the President

President Abdullah is proud to support the Association of Black Sociologists and its continued commitment to advancing scholarship, leadership, advocacy, and the study of issues impacting Black communities across the nation and the world. “As President of Virginia State University, I recognize the vital role that organizations such as the Association of Black Sociologists play in fostering critical dialogue, empowering future leaders, and advancing research that strengthens our communities. Virginia State University remains committed to supporting initiatives that promote equity, education, and social progress. It is an honor to contribute to an organization whose work continues to inspire meaningful change and intellectual excellence. We value the Association’s dedication to uplifting voices, expanding opportunities, and addressing the complex social issues that shape our society today.”

— Dr. Makola M. Abdullah
President Virginia State University

Virginia State University - President's Office

Department of Sociology – Wesleyan University

Wesleyan University logo

Friends of ABS – $500 Level

Brown University Department of Sociology

The Department of Sociology at Brown University is proud to support The 56th Annual Conference of the Association of Black Sociologists August 6–8, 2026, New York, NY.

Department of Sociology at Cornell University

Department of Sociology at Cornell University

Dennis-Weathers Scholarship Award

Message to ABS

Continue the commitment to enrich and advance Black Sociology and Black Culture for the present generation and for future generations.

Dennis-Weathers
Scholarship Award

Imaro A. Dennis
Kimya N. Dennis
Rutledge M. Dennis
Shay T. Dennis
Zuri S. Dennis

Georgetown University – Department of Black Studies

Georgetown University Department of Black Studies

NYU Steinhardt

NYU Steinhardt Post-graduate Studies

Dr. Bryan L. Sykes – Cornell University

Dr. Bryan L. Sykes Jeb E. Brooks School of Public Policy and Department of Sociology Cornell University Congratulates ABS!

Department of Sociology at Virginia Tech

Department of Sociology at Virginia Tech