Mentorship Awards Celebration
May 11, 2024, at 11 am
PGA National Resort
The Big Brothers Big Sisters of Palm Beach and Martin Counties Mentorship Award Ceremony was a heartwarming celebration filled with moments of inspiration, celebration, and gratitude. We appreciate the unwavering support and belief in our mission from our sponsors the Doris M. Carter Family Foundation, Echo Fine Properties, and the NextEra Women in Energy Committee.
Our emcee, Angela Rozier, guided us through the afternoon gracefully and eloquently. Her warmth and charisma added a special touch to the event, creating a welcoming atmosphere. Senator Bobby Powell, serving as the keynote speaker, delivered an inspiring address, highlighting the transformative power of mentorship in shaping the lives of young individuals.
The newly founded Florida Prepaid College Foundation Path to Prosperity Scholarship Program powered by Florida Power & Light offers high school students the opportunity to receive a two-year Florida College Plan Scholarship. Eligible students must meet all the criteria including being an active member in the mentoring program through Big Brothers Big Sisters of Palm Beach and Martin Counties.
2024 Awards Recipients:
Big Sister and Little Sister of the Year: Jennifer Stevenson & Makayla
Big Brother and Little Brother of the Year: Allen Stasevich & Zaiden
Teen Big and Little of the Year: Elisabeth Coller & Jasmeena
Partner in Potential: Department of Health, Palm Beach County
2024 Scholarship Recipients:
Jefferson Fadeus, Nathea Masse, Rosecarlineda Medelus, Lindsey Louis, Jada Searless, Midwina Alcema, Kynzyria Williams, Kelvin Wallace, Sherwina Cherilus, Sabria Lopez, Kethleen Pacius, Carlie Pacius, Jarvis Thompson, Dylan Driscoll, Azriella Perez and Mayreni Gomez.
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Among the top awards for service and commitment to Big Brothers Big Sisters Palm Beach and Martin Counties in 2023 are:
Big Brother of the Year- Hank Henderson
Little Brother of the Year- Damarius Green
Big Sister of the Year- Kelly Logan
Little of the Year- Kahmora Hendrix
Teen Big of the Year- Madeleine Simoneaux
Little of the Year- Messiah Jefferson
Partner in Potential- Naywona Burnett-Graham
Partner in Potential- Connections Education Center
2023 Scholarship winners include Tanvir Ahmed, Breyana Brown, Janevea Clayton, Rhianna Ennis, Andree Francis, Karen Garcia, Jennifer Geffrard, Mikayla Gibson, Suzely Jayseus, Jessica Laroche, Dina Medelus, Malachi Nelson, Tatiana Ronelus, Kirley Ross, Miyocha Simeon, and Guerlandy Villanoix. (Schools Represented: Forest Hill High School, Florida Virtual School, The Open Doorway School, Lake Worth High School, Santaluces High School, Suncoast High School, and Inlet Grove High School).