A Showcase of Community Impact and Youth Empowerment
The prestigious GLORY Awards, organized by the Parent Action Coalition for Education (PACE), stands as a beacon of recognition for those making significant strides in education and community empowerment. This premier fundraiser not only celebrates outstanding individuals and organizations but also fuels crucial initiatives that shape our community’s future.
Event Highlights
– Date: Sunday, September 29, 2024
– Time: 6:00 PM
– Venue: Miracle Theater On Market Street, Inglewood
– Ticket Price: Starting at $30.00
The GLORY Awards offer a unique platform to:
1. Recognize outstanding contributions to education and youth development
2. Support PACE’s vital community programs
3. Network with community leaders and change-makers
4. Inspire the next generation of educators and mentors
Honoring Local Heroes
We are thrilled to announce that among this year’s distinguished honorees is Torrence Brannon-Reese, the visionary founder and CEO of FAMLI Inc. This recognition highlights the profound impact of grassroots initiatives on our community’s youth.
PACE: Empowering Parents, Transforming Communities
The Parent Action Coalition for Education (PACE), founded by Dr. Gloria Zuurveen, has been a driving force in community development since 2002. PACE’s mission focuses on:
– Training parents to advocate for their children’s education
– Promoting social responsibility and character development
– Increasing school attendance and exploring career opportunities
– Offering mentoring and tutoring programs
The PACE Journalism Education Enrichment Program (JEEP)
Proceeds from the GLORY Awards will benefit JEEP, an innovative initiative guiding youth towards careers in STEM Journalism. This program covers crucial areas such as:
– Newsgathering and reporting
– Broadcasting and editing
– Gaming and financial literacy in media
Dr. Zuurveen emphasizes, “Our goal is to drive youth and young adults to careers that blend technology, communication, and community awareness.”
FAMLI Inc.: Nurturing Tomorrow’s Leaders
FAMLI Inc., founded by honoree Torrence Brannon-Reese, has been at the forefront of youth development in South Los Angeles since 1992. Their flagship initiative, the “See a Man, Be a Man” mentoring program, addresses the critical need for positive male role models in communities where 90% of students come from single-parent, female-headed homes.
Sharmon Goodman, Scholars Program Director at One Voice, notes the program’s impact: “Beyond their 100% high school graduation rate, students report stronger family relationships, higher levels of self-dignity and pride, and drastically lower encounters with the justice system.”
Join Us in Celebration
We invite all community members to join us at the 2024 GLORY Awards. Your attendance will:
– Recognize the achievements of local heroes like Torrence Brannon-Reese
– Support the vital work of PACE and FAMLI Inc.
– Contribute to the future of youth development and community empowerment
For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit: www.parentactioncoalitionforeducation.org
Let’s come together to celebrate excellence in education, community leadership, and the transformative power of mentorship!
