Alabama Legacy Luncheon: Montgomery
The Alabama Legacy Luncheon: Montgomery
The Wisdom of Fred Gray for Such a Time as This.
Please join us on September 29 at the Elevation Convening Center & Hotel for The Alabama Legacy Luncheon: Montgomery, a special event honoring one of the most influential voices in the American Civil Rights Movement. This gathering offers a rare opportunity to hear directly from Attorney Fred Gray, whose seven decades of courageous legal work have helped shape the course of our nation’s history.
Guests will enjoy an exquisite luncheon followed by a one-hour program featuring “The Wisdom of Fred Gray for Such a Time as This.” The program includes a moving video collage and a facilitated conversation—held in an intimate setting and in the presence of Attorney Gray—offering inspiring insight drawn from the principles that have guided his lifelong pursuit of justice.
Grounded in history and driven by purpose, the Alabama Legacy Luncheon celebrates Attorney Gray’s extraordinary wisdom and courage and invites us all to continue advancing the work of justice and equality in our own communities.
We are honored to announce that Bryan Stevenson, Founder and Executive Director of the Equal Justice Initiative, and Jere Beasley, Founder of Beasley Allen Law Firm, will serve as Honorary Co‑Chairs of the Development Committee.

Bryan Stevenson

Jere Beasley
Mr. Stevenson’s lifelong commitment to justice, his leadership in advancing truth‑telling and historical memory, and his national influence bring extraordinary moral clarity and vision to this work. His presence as Honorary Co‑Chair affirms the significance of this project and strengthens its connection to the ongoing pursuit of justice, equity, and historical integrity.
Mr. Beasley’s decades of civic leadership, his unwavering support for public service, and his deep commitment to the legacy of Attorney Fred Gray provide a powerful foundation for this effort. As Honorary Co‑Chair, he brings institutional strength, statewide credibility, and a long history of championing causes that advance fairness and opportunity.
Together, Bryan Stevenson and Jere Beasley represent a rare and meaningful partnership ~ one that bridges generations, communities, and institutions. Their shared commitment to justice and public service reflects the very values at the heart of this initiative. Their leadership will guide and inspire the Development Committee as it advances the mission and ensures the long‑term impact of this work.
We are deeply grateful for their willingness to serve and for the example they set for all who believe in the power of justice, memory, and collective responsibility.
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Date, Time & Location
Date:
September 29, 2026
Time:
11:30am – 1:30pm
Location:
Elevation Convening Center and Hotel
600 Montgomery St
Montgomery, AL 36104

















































