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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.