Signature ceremonies include the Black Excellence Awards and Bow Ties & Pearls Gala that honor outstanding community leaders and educators.

Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) Focus:

• Social & Community Context

Systems Change Impact:

• Highlights and amplifies the efforts of leaders, professionals, and role models advancing equity.

• Inspires civic engagement and uplifts community excellence, reinforcing a culture of achievement.

2025 Impact:

• Renewed programs for 2026
  
  
  

Semi-annual Red Cross blood drives, the annual Brain Tumor Walk, and the Walk for Hunger—organized in partnership with local organizations—promote health equity and support vital community health initiatives.

Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) Focus:

• Health Care Access & Quality

• Social & Community Context

Systems Change Impact:

• Increases health awareness and access to lifesaving care.

• Reduces disparities in blood donations and health outcomes for communities of color.

2025 Impact:

• BYOMM Mental Health Series attended by 60+ participants. 

• Charles R. Drew Blood Drive collected 21 units of blood. 

Programming to strengthen father-child bonds. Events include book bag giveaways, reading circles, parenting workshops, Family Fun Day, and Father’s Day Fellowship—offering food, games, entertainment, and access to resources.

Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) Focus:

• Social & Community Context

• Education Access & Quality

Systems Change Impact:

• Strengthens family structures, which are foundational for youth stability and academic success.

• Encourages literacy and engagement, helping to interrupt cycles of disconnection and low educational attainment.

2025 Statement:

• Highlighted a local father and his children on an international webinar celebrating fathers during a special brunch ceremony.

• Conducted 5 youth based events including a family fun day, back to school bookbag giveaway, rowing event on Charles river and several pop up reading events throughout the City of Boston..

Provides support to underserved families through the monthly Emergency Food Pantry and Turkey Giveaway programs during the holiday season.

Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) Focus:

• Economic Stability

• Neighborhood & Built Environment

Systems Change Impact:

• Provides direct relief from food insecurity.

• Builds trust and community infrastructure for equitable resource distribution.

2025 Impact:

• Emergency Food Pantry served 5,203 individuals and 1,205 families, while distributing 72,000+ lbs of food. 

• 240 turkeys distributed to families.
  
  

Collect toys for children in need and distribute them at holiday party that brings cheer and community spirit to families who may be struggling.

Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) Focus:

• Social & Community Context

System Change Impact:

• Promotes emotional wellness and inclusion for underserved children.

• Reinforces a culture of giving and empathy among donors and families.

2025 Impact:

• Purchased 200+ toys to  add to donations for the 10th Annual Holiday Toy Drive. 

• Provided gifts to 650 children, including toys, bicycles, and STEM kits. 

A career exploration and mentoring initiative for high school students and young adults. Omega Pathways introduces participants to various career paths and outlines the education, skills, and steps required to pursue those careers. The program includes workshops, speaker panels, career fairs, and one-on-one mentoring opportunities that occur semiannually.

Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) Focus:

• Education Access & Quality

• Economic Stability

Systems Change Impact:

• Helps dismantle barriers to career exposure in marginalized communities.

• Equips youth with actionable pathways to upward mobility and professional success.

2025 Impact:

• Hosted two career events—one on STEAM and another on commercial real estate - with over 100 attendees combined.

Celebrating youth excellence through programs such as the Talent Hunt, Oratorical Contest, and Essay Competition. Promotes leadership, creativity, and public speaking skills.

Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) Focus:

• Education Access & Quality

• Social & Community Context

Systems Change Impact:

• Supports early development of academic and communication skills.

• Builds confidence and resilience through public recognition of youth excellence.

2025 Impact:

• 3 awards presented at the Langston Hughes Oratory Contest. 

• 4 awards given in the International Essay Contest.