Our hearts are completely full. Bring The Change is overflowing with gratitude following the resounding success of our third annual Black Excellence Soiree celebration!
This year’s event was more than just a gathering—it was a true testament to the power of culture, a beautiful space where we came together to honor unity, love, and deep-rooted respect within our community.
A Community-Powered Vision
An unforgettable evening like this requires a village, and we are incredibly blessed with ours.
First, a heartfelt thank you to Penn State Berks for their generous sponsorship of the event, and to the Hispanic Center for providing the beautiful venue that perfectly hosted our vision. We also owe a massive shout-out to Manou Decor for designing a stunning, elegant atmosphere that truly set the stage for excellence.
Our impact is only as strong as our unity. We are incredibly proud to stand alongside the dynamic community partners who help us drive meaningful change every single day:
- CICOP Ministry
- Egyptian Community
- Ghana Association of Eastern Pennsylvania
- Guinean Association of Reading
- Haitian Community
- NAACP Reading, PA
- Nigerian Association of Reading Berks County
- Morocco Community
- Togo Community
Celebrating Our 2026 Community Leader Award Recipients
The heartbeat of our progress lies in the hands of dedicated individuals who selflessly pour back into our region. Please join us in a massive round of applause for our 2026 Community Leader Award Recipients:
- Said Amrani
- Johnethia Archie
- Afiyo A. Awouya
- Era Diane
- Elsayed Elmarzouky
- Moro Osumanu
- Mr. and Dr. Mrs. Owoloja
- Guetchy Phaeton
Your unwavering dedication fuels the progress of our region. Thank you for leading by example and inspiring us all.
The Movement Continues
Finally, to our tireless board members, our passionate volunteers, and every single participant who joined us: thank you.
This movement is only possible because of you. Your energy, support, and love keep us moving forward. Let’s carry the spirit of unity and excellence from the soiree into the rest of 2026 and beyond!
Keep bringing the change,
The Bring The Change Team
