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Excellence Awards Gala 2009 |
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 The year's sold out Excellence Awards Gala, benefitting our programs for youth in our community and honoring those who provided excellence in their leadership, was held at the Detroit Branch of the Federal Reserve Bank. This years honorees: Robert C. Bobb(Education); William F. Jones(Mentoring); Gail Perry-Mason(Economic Dev); Dr. Herbert Smitherman(Community Health); and Shirley R. Stancato(Leadership), received their awards following a reception and dinner. "We strive to provide excellence, precision and impact in all our community endeavors" stated Bill Middlebrooks, president of 100 Black Men of Greater Detroit. Guest were given the opportunity to view some of our community involvement as they watched photo and video as well as listened to youth program participants, Moses Hubbert and Justin Alexander, speak on their involvement with 100's Project Success, at Southeastern HighSchool. Co-chairmain Bill Luse noted how important it was that Platinum Sponsors, Blue Cross Blue Shield Michigan, Ford Foundation and GMAC had continued to support our efforts in the community even in these tough economic times. It was loudly applauded when these sponsors said they will indeed "continue to work with us" as they see not only the need but our results. GALA photos click here.
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