Vendor Opportunity. ARUBA Golf Classic

The Association of Rice University Black Alumni (ARUBA) is seeking Black-owned businesses, Rice alumni entrepreneurs, and Rice community partners to participate as vendors at our historic first-ever golf tournament.

Event Details:

• Date: Friday, April 17, 2026

• Time: 8 am-3 pm

• Location: Hermann Park Golf Course, Houston

• Attendance: 100+ Rice alumni, students, and community partners

• Purpose: Fundraising for Rice student programming as part of ARUBA's 60th anniversary celebration of Black student life at Rice.

• Cost: $75 - Support a Great Cause!!

Vendor Benefits:

• Direct access to Rice's influential Black alumni network

• Visibility among Houston's Black professional community

• Opportunity to support educational initiatives

• Association with a prestigious university milestone celebration

We're particularly interested in:

• Food and beverage services

• Branded merchandise and apparel

• Health and wellness products

• Professional services

• Innovative offerings that align with our community

This tournament is the centerpiece of our inaugural ARUBA Weekend (April 16-19), marking 60 years of Black excellence at Rice University. Vendor participation represents an opportunity to align your business with legacy, education, and community impact.

Interested vendors should contact: Chaundra Frank at (aruba.riceu@gmail.com) with business information and proposed offerings. Vendor Registration

Limited vendor spaces available.