Recognit
ion on
the
Juneteenth Da
y;
juneteenthmk
e.or
g as
F
r
eedom Ball Pr
esenting
Sponsor
Inside co
v
er full page ad
(8.5
x1
1)
F
eatur
ed in signage on
P
odium or in e
v
ent fr
o
nt
entr
ance
P
odium r
emarks du
ring
the F
r
eedom Ball
Step & R
epeat
Log
o
Inclusion
Logo inclusion
on
al
l
collater
al materials
Pr
ess Release mention as
Pr
esenting Sponsor
Oppor
tunity
to
par
ticipate in Press
Conf
er
ence in r
elation to
the F
r
eedom Ball/
Junet
eent
h
Six (6) VIP
T
ables (seats
1
0
per t
able)
Recognit
ion on
the
Juneteenth Da
y;
juneteenthmk
e.or
g as
F
r
eedom Ball Legacy
Sponsor
F
ull page ad (8.5x11)
F
eatur
ed in signage at
e
v
ent
P
odium r
emarks du
ring
F
r
eedom Ball
Step
& R
epeat
Logo
Inclusion
Logo inclusion
on al
l
collater
al materials
Oppor
tunity
to
par
ticipate in Press
Conf
er
ence in r
elation
to the F
r
eedom Ball/
Junet
eent
h
F
our (4) VIP
T
ables
(s
eats
10
per t
able)
EXCLUSIVE
EXCLUSIVE
Recognit
ion on
the
Junetee
nth
Da
y; juneteenthmk
e.or
g
F
ull P
age ad (8.5x11)
Liv
e r
ecognition at F
r
eedom Ball
Step & Repeat Logo
Incl
us
ion
Logo inclusion on Pr
ess Release
Logo inclusion on all collater
al
materials
Thr
ee (3)
T
ables
(seats
10
pe
r
table)
FREEDOM SPO
NSOR
$10,000
3
AVAI
LABLE
Recognit
ion on
the
Junetee
nth
Da
y website; juneteenthmk
e.or
g
Half P
age ad (8.5x5.5)
Liv
e r
ecognition at F
r
eedom Ball
Logo inclusion on all collater
al
materials
T
wo (2) tables
(seats
10 pe
r
table
)
CELEBRATION SPONSOR
$7,500
5
AVAI
LABLE
Recognit
ion on
the
Junetee
nth
Da
y website; juneteenthmk
e.or
g
Half P
age ad (8.5x5.5)
Liv
e r
ecognition at F
r
eedom Ball
Logo inclusion on all collater
al
materials
O
ne (
1)
table
(seats
10 pe
r
table
)
PRESENTING SPONSOR: $25,000
HERITAGE SPONSOR: $15,000
LEGACY SPONSOR
$5,000
6 AVAI
LABLE
TABLE SPONSOR
$1,500
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
STEVEN MAHAN
2024 FREE
DOM BALL FATHER OF THE YEAR
Steven L. Mahan, a devoted father of two, has exemplified unwavering commitment to his family and community. As a City
of Milwaukee Administrator for more than 25 years, he balances his demanding career with the joys and responsibilities of
fatherhood.
Education and Career: Steven holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Rust College (One of the nation’s
oldest Historically Black Colleges and Universities). Additionally, he has served as Adjunct Professor at the University of
Wisconsin-Milwaukee. His analytical mindset and problem-solving skills have not only contributed to his professional
success but also enriched his parenting approach. He believes that teaching resilience, adaptability and exposure to the
outdoors are essential to life lessons for his children.
Parenting Philosophy: Steven’s parenting philosophy centers around empathy, communication, and leading by example.
He actively listens to his children’s concerns, encourages open dialogue, and fosters an environment where they feel heard
and understood. Steven firmly believes that a strong emotional foundation is crucial for healthy development and gives his
wife of 24 years, Gayle the credit of balancing family testosterone and keeping lines of communication open.
Community Involvement: Beyond his family, Steven is a member of the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. and imbues the
credo of the organization: Manly Deeds, Scholarship, and Love for all Mankind. He is a tireless advocate for the homeless in
our community and is honored to contribute to addressing the housing and warming needs of our most vulnerable
population.
Memorable Moments: Steven’s proudest moments includes teaching his sons to fish and hunt at young age, co-leading
their Scout troop and being active in all extra-curricular activities (both sports and academic). He instills values of kindness,
perseverance, and curiosity through everyday family interactions.
Future Goals: Steven aspires to create lasting memories with his children through family vacations, nurturing
entrepreneurship, heartfelt conversations and putting God first. He dreams of raising compassionate, resilient men who as
individuals contribute positively to society and give back more than they received.
Gratitude: Steven expresses deep gratitude for the opportunity to be considered for the “Father of the Year” award. He
believes that fatherhood is both a privilege and a responsibility, and he is committed to nurturing the next generation with
love, patience, and unwavering support.
FREEDOM BALL
FATHER OF THE YEAR
MICHAEL J. FALBO
JOSEPH M. WINSTON COMMUNITY COMMITMENT AWARD HONOREE
JOSEPH M.WINSTON
COMMUNITY COMMITMENT AWARD
I’ve always based things on the
three “Cs”. Capacity. Collateral.
Character. When Joe Winston and
MacArthur Weddle met with me
to finance the existing building for
Northcott they were short on
everything, but they had more
Character than I’d seen in most.
Needless to say the rest is history.
Michael J. Falbo was president of the University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents from 2013-2015 and appointed to the
Board of Regents in 2004. He served as interim president of the Universities of Wisconsin in 2022.
Mike’s leadership and advocacy spans more than four decades. He began his career in banking as an auditor in 1973. By
1983 Mike was named the president and CEO of State Bank Hales Corners. Under his leadership, the company successfully
integrated numerous acquisitions, growing total assets from $75 million and 70 employees to 432 employees. Through
careful strategic planning, he orchestrated growth of the company in a very competitive industry through challenging
economic times.
Mike served as chairman and CEO of TierOne Bank based in Lincoln, Neb. TierOne Corporation is the parent company of
TierOne Bank, a $3.1 billion federally chartered savings bank and the largest publicly traded financial institution
headquartered in Nebraska.
Mike was previously chairman of Associated Bank Community Development, LLC, an affiliate of Associate Banc Corp. He is
the former chairman and CEO of State Financial Services Corporation, a $1.5 billion financial services company that was
based in Milwaukee, with operations in Wisconsin and Illinois. The company was the fifth-largest bank holding company in
the state and was publicly traded on the Nasdaq National Market System.
Mike served in the United States Army and completed a tour in Vietnam as a combat medic. He was honorably discharged
in 1971.
Mike earned his Bachelor of Science in business and accounting from the University of Wisconsin-Parkside. Hehas served
on the board of directors on the UW-Parkside Foundation, including president from 1998 to 2000, and is now a director
emeritus. For his achievements and service, Mr. Falbo was recognized with the UW-Parkside Distinguished Alumni Award in
2021.
Mike is also a graduate of the Graduate School of Banking at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. He has received two
Honorary Doctorate Degrees from the University of Wisconsin-Parkside and University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee in 2021. He
has served on the board of directors for many non-profit and community organizations and has been honored for his
leadership with awards including the YMCA of Metropolitan Milwaukee Volunteer of the Year Award and the Thurgood
Marshall Scholarship Fund Founders Award.
Mike and his wife Sheila have been married for 52 years. They have two married daughters, Stacee and Jessica, and four
Grandchildren, Abigail, Oliver Micaela and Madison.
FRIDAY, JUNE 14, 2
024 • 6PM
Harle
y Da
vidso
n Museum
The Gar
age
500 W
est Canal Str
eet
Milwauk
ee, WI 53
202
About the Freedom Ball:
Cultural event with a silent auction that serves as the main fundraiser for the Juneteenth Pageant. Juneteenth Court is introduced to the community. Awards
for community leaders, father of the year, and a non-African American who has helped Northcott fulfill its mission of serving disadvantaged residents.
OUR MISSION
Under the leadership of Nor
thcott Neighborhood House, the mission of the Juneteenth MKE F
r
eedom Ball, a cultur
al event, is
to empower the next
gene
r
ation by p
rovidin
g equitable access to higher education by providing scholarships through collabor
ativ
e community financial support fostering
academic excellence, and culti
vating leaders who will positively impact their communities and b
eyond. Additionally
, we celebr
a
t
e community leaders, a
father of the year
, and a non-African American who has helped No
rthcott fulfill its mission of serving disadvantaged residents.
Recognit
ion on
the
Juneteenth Da
y;
juneteenthmk
e.or
g as
F
r
eedom Ball Pr
esenting
Sponsor
Inside co
v
er full page ad
(8.5
x1
1)
F
eatur
ed in signage on
P
odium or in e
v
ent fr
o
nt
entr
ance
P
odium r
emarks du
ring
the F
r
eedom Ball
Step & R
epeat
Log
o
Inclusion
Logo inclusion
on
al
l
collater
al materials
Pr
ess Release mention as
Pr
esenting Sponsor
Oppor
tunity
to
par
ticipate in Press
Conf
er
ence in r
elation to
the F
r
eedom Ball/
Junet
eent
h
Six (6) VIP
T
ables (seats
1
0
per t
able)
Recognit
ion on
the
Juneteenth Da
y;
juneteenthmk
e.or
g as
F
r
eedom Ball Legacy
Sponsor
F
ull page ad (8.5x11)
F
eatur
ed in signage at
e
v
ent
P
odium r
emarks du
ring
F
r
eedom Ball
Step
& R
epeat
Logo
Inclusion
Logo inclusion
on al
l
collater
al materials
Oppor
tunity
to
par
ticipate in Press
Conf
er
ence in r
elation
to the F
r
eedom Ball/
Junet
eent
h
F
our (4) VIP
T
ables
(s
eats
10
per t
able)
EXCLUSIVE
EXCLUSIVE
Recognit
ion on
the
Junetee
nth
Da
y; juneteenthmk
e.or
g
F
ull P
age ad (8.5x11)
Liv
e r
ecognition at F
r
eedom Ball
Step & Repeat Logo
Incl
us
ion
Logo inclusion on Pr
ess Release
Logo inclusion on all collater
al
materials
Thr
ee (3)
T
ables
(seats
10
pe
r
table)
FREEDOM SPO
NSOR
$10,000
3
AVAI
LABLE
Recognit
ion on
the
Junetee
nth
Da
y website; juneteenthmk
e.or
g
Half P
age ad (8.5x5.5)
Liv
e r
ecognition at F
r
eedom Ball
Logo inclusion on all collater
al
materials
T
wo (2) tables
(seats
10 pe
r
table
)
CELEBRATION SPONSOR
$7,500
5
AVAI
LABLE
Recognit
ion on
the
Junetee
nth
Da
y website; juneteenthmk
e.or
g
Half P
age ad (8.5x5.5)
Liv
e r
ecognition at F
r
eedom Ball
Logo inclusion on all collater
al
materials
O
ne (
1)
table
(seats
10 pe
r
table
)
PRESENTING SPONSOR: $25,000
HERITAGE SPONSOR: $15,000
LEGACY SPONSOR
$5,000
6 AVAI
LABLE
SPONSORSHIP
OPPORTUNITIES
TABLE SPONSOR
$1,500
STEVEN MAHAN
2024 FREE
DOM BALL FATHER OF THE YEAR
Steven L. Mahan, a devoted father of two, has
exemplified unwavering commitment to his family
and community. As a City of Milwaukee
Administrator for more than 25 years, he balances
his demanding career with the joys and
responsibilities of fatherhood.
Education and Career: Steven holds a Bachelor’s
degree in Business Administration from Rust College
(One of the nation’s oldest Historically Black
Colleges and Universities). Additionally, he has
served as Adjunct Professor at the University of
Wisconsin-Milwaukee. His analytical mindset and
problem-solving skills have not only contributed to
his professional success but also enriched his
parenting approach. He believes that teaching
resilience, adaptability and exposure to the
outdoors are essential to life lessons for his
children.
Parenting Philosophy: Steven’s parenting
philosophy centers around empathy,
communication, and leading by example. He actively
listens to his children’s concerns, encourages open
dialogue, and fosters an environment where they
feel heard and understood. Steven firmly believes
that a strong emotional foundation is crucial
for healthy development and gives his wife of 24
years, Gayle the credit of balancing family
testosterone and keeping lines of communication
open.
Community Involvement: Beyond his family,
Steven is a member of the Alpha Phi Alpha
Fraternity, Inc. and imbues the credo of the
organization: Manly Deeds, Scholarship, and Love
for all Mankind. He is a tireless advocate for the
homeless in our community and is honored to
contribute to addressing the housing and warming
needs of our most vulnerable population.
Memorable Moments: Steven’s proudest moments
includes teaching his sons to fish and hunt at young
age, co-leading their Scout troop and being active in
all extra-curricular activities (both sports and
academic). He instills values of kindness,
perseverance, and curiosity through everyday family
interactions.
Future Goals: Steven aspires to create lasting
memories with his children through family
vacations, nurturing entrepreneurship, heartfelt
conversations and putting God first. He dreams of
raising compassionate, resilient men who as
individuals contribute positively to society and give
back more than they received.
Gratitude: Steven expresses deep gratitude for the
opportunity to be considered for the “Father of the
Year” award. He believes that fatherhood is both a
privilege and a responsibility, and he is committed
to nurturing the next generation with love, patience,
and unwavering support.
FREEDOM BALL
FATHER OF THE YEAR
MICHAEL J. FALBO
JOSEPH M. WINSTON COMMUNITY COMMITMENT AWARD HONOREE
JOSEPH M.WINSTON
COMMUNITY COMMITMENT
AWARD
I’ve always based things on the
three “Cs”. Capacity. Collateral.
Character. When Joe Winston and
MacArthur Weddle met with me
to finance the existing building for
Northcott they were short on
everything, but they had more
Character than I’d seen in most.
Needless to say the rest is history.
Michael J. Falbo was president of the University of
Wisconsin System Board of Regents from 2013-2015
and appointed to the Board of Regents in 2004. He
served as interim president of the Universities of
Wisconsin in 2022.
Mike’s leadership and advocacy spans more than
four decades. He began his career in banking as an
auditor in 1973. By 1983 Mike was named
the president and CEO of State Bank Hales Corners.
Under his leadership, the company successfully
integrated numerous acquisitions, growing total
assets from $75 million and 70 employees to 432
employees. Through careful strategic planning, he
orchestrated growth of the company in a very
competitive industry through challenging economic
times.
Mike served as chairman and CEO of TierOne Bank
based in Lincoln, Neb. TierOne Corporation is the
parent company of TierOne Bank, a $3.1 billion
federally chartered savings bank and the largest
publicly traded financial institution headquartered
in Nebraska.
Mike was previously chairman of Associated Bank
Community Development, LLC, an affiliate of
Associate Banc Corp. He is the former chairman
and CEO of State Financial Services Corporation, a
$1.5 billion financial services company that was
based in Milwaukee, with operations in Wisconsin
and Illinois. The company was the fifth-largest bank
holding company in the state and was publicly
traded on the Nasdaq National Market System.
Mike served in the United States Army and
completed a tour in Vietnam as a combat medic. He
was honorably discharged in 1971.
Mike earned his Bachelor of Science in business and
accounting from the University of Wisconsin-
Parkside. Hehas served on the board of directors
on the UW-Parkside Foundation, including president
from 1998 to 2000, and is now a director emeritus.
For his achievements and service, Mr. Falbo was
recognized with the UW-Parkside Distinguished
Alumni Award in 2021.
Mike is also a graduate of the Graduate School of
Banking at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. He
has received two Honorary Doctorate Degrees from
the University of Wisconsin-Parkside and University
of Wisconsin-Milwaukee in 2021. He has served on
the board of directors for many non-profit and
community organizations and has been honored for
his leadership with awards including the YMCA of
Metropolitan Milwaukee Volunteer of the Year
Award and the Thurgood Marshall Scholarship Fund
Founders Award.
Mike and his wife Sheila have been married for 52
years. They have two married daughters, Stacee
and Jessica, and four Grandchildren, Abigail, Oliver
Micaela and Madison.
About the Freedom Ball:
Cultural event with a silent auction that serves as
the main fundraiser for the Juneteenth Pageant.
Juneteenth Court is introduced to the community.
Awards for community leaders, father of the year,
and a non-African American who has helped
Northcott fulfill its mission of serving disadvantaged
residents.
OUR MISSION
Under the leadership of Nor
thcott Neighborhood
House, the mission of the Juneteenth MKE F
r
eedom
Ball, a cultur
al event, is
to empower the next
gene
r
ation by p
rovidin
g equitable access to higher
education by providing scholarships through
collabor
ativ
e community financial support fostering
academic excellence, and culti
vating leaders who
will positively impact their communities and b
eyond.
Additionally
, we celebr
a
t
e community leaders, a
father of the year
, and a non-African American who
has helped No
rthcott fulfill its mission of serving
disadvantaged residents.
FRIDAY, JUNE 14, 2
024 • 6PM
Harle
y Da
vidso
n Museum
The Gar
age
500 W
est Canal Str
eet
Milwauk
ee, WI 53
202
