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BET to Air HBCU AWAREFEST Benefit Concert Special Featuring Jill Scott, Tems, and Kirk Franklin

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BET to Air HBCU AWAREFEST Benefit Concert Special Featuring Jill Scott, Tems, and Kirk Franklin
Posted By: Will Moss on April 04, 2026


BET is set to broadcast a special benefit concert celebrating Historically Black Colleges and Universities, featuring an impressive lineup of musical talent including Jill Scott, Tems, and Kirk Franklin.

The network will air the HBCU AWAREFEST Benefit Concert Special, bringing awareness and support to HBCUs through a star-studded musical showcase. The programming represents BET's continued commitment to highlighting and supporting the HBCU community through its platform.

Key Takeaway: The HBCU AWAREFEST Benefit Concert Special will showcase major artists while raising awareness and support for Historically Black Colleges and Universities on BET.

The concert special brings together artists from multiple genres to support the HBCU mission. Jill Scott, the Grammy Award-winning soul and R&B vocalist known for her powerful performances and connection to the Black community, headlines the event.



Joining her is Tems, the rising Nigerian singer-songwriter who has gained international acclaim, and gospel music icon Kirk Franklin, whose influence spans decades in contemporary Christian and gospel music.

The AWAREFEST benefit concert aligns with ongoing efforts to increase visibility and financial support for HBCUs, which have historically played a crucial role in educating Black students and producing leaders across various industries. These institutions continue to face funding challenges while maintaining their commitment to academic excellence and community impact.

BET has established itself as a key media partner in supporting HBCU culture and programming, regularly featuring content that celebrates these institutions and their contributions to education and society. The network's decision to air this benefit concert special underscores the importance of leveraging entertainment platforms to support educational causes within the Black community.

The concert special promises to deliver both entertainment value and meaningful support for HBCU institutions, combining the star power of established and emerging artists with a mission-driven focus on educational equity and institutional sustainability.

Viewers can look forward to performances that celebrate HBCU culture while contributing to the broader conversation about the importance of these institutions in American higher education. The broadcast will provide a national platform to highlight the ongoing needs and achievements of HBCUs across the country.

Originally reported by Google News HBCU.


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