Meet the Recipients

Summer 2018

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ANNA AND ELEUTERIO CARREON

ELEVADA

Elevada takes Mexican cuisine and catering to a whole new level by bringing a Bon Appetit “Hot 10” best chef to private residences and pop-up restaurants to create an elevated Mexican dining experience.

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Charlene Lopez Young

The Fattened Caf

The Fattened Caf is a food service company specializing in Filipino BBQ and American Smoked Meats -- from our smoker into your bellies. 

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Charlene Williams

C.H.A.R.M.'D. Inspiring Girls with Charisma and a Healthy Attitude with Respect and Motivation to Excel and Dream

CHARM’D is an organization designed to give girls the tools to feel empowered, through mentoring, group discussions, and fun activities. As the young ladies successfully complete a session they will earn a Charm. The charms are a representation of what you have learned and accomplished. Jewelry like “Action” can be louder than words.

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Julius B. Anthony

Saint Louis Black Authors of Children's Literature

St. Louis Black Authors of Children’s Literature fosters awareness about the importance of early literacy by creating innovative opportunities for all kids to have access to Black children’s literature.

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Kita Quinn

1K Digital Memories

1K Digital Memories is a home based photo, slide and analog video digitizing service that also offers video interview and family slideshow editing services.

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Monica Turner & Deanna Tipton

Byrds of Expression

Byrds of Expression LLC creates customized physical and digital products for celebration and inspiration through a design lens of Christian values and African American culture.

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Rachael Cross

Simply Chic Jewelry

Simply Chic Jewelry is a line of hand forged minimalist jewelry designs using precious metals and gemstones.

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Serrita Sydnor

Butterfly Effect Outreach

Butterfly Effect G2W teaches girls self-sufficiency life skills to through workshops, community service, and mentorship.

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Shelby Farr

Shelby Marie

Shelby Marie creates self-care products that make you look good, feel good and smell good!

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Whitney Jones

Transitional Homes 4 You

Transitional Homes 4 You provides housing to at risk homeless vets who are apart of St. Patrick Centers Homes Forest program. 

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