ALPHA MERIT GROUP EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION, INC.

April 22, 2023

Greetings,

On behalf of the Alpha Merit Group Educational Foundation, I welcome you to our 2023 Alpha Merit Beautillion Gala. Tonight’s gala presents eight college bound high school juniors and seniors to our community and provides a glimpse into what the future holds.

This event is the culmination of an intensive college and life preparatory program that included sessions on career goals, college admissions, financial planning, personal branding, etiquette and civic responsibility. Tonight’s recognition provides the young men an opportunity to showcase their achievements and the characteristics of classic gentleme n proper etiquette, chivalry and dignity We will also sow seeds into these young men by awarding scholarships to all participants.

Tonight, we celebrate the parents, guardians and families that have nurtured these young scholars. We thank you for entrusting us with your children and allowing us to be a part of their lives. We also acknowledge the time and efforts of the young ladies participating in this event and express our sinc ere gratitude to you, your parents and families.

We could not produce such a compreh ensive program without the financial support, invested time, hard work, and dedication of our sponsors, guests and the foundation members. You have our esteemed gratitude.

A special thank you goes to our program co-chairs: Isaiah Wilson and Aaron Harrison for their leadership and dedication. We must also acknowledge the wonderful team of committee members supporting this work.

As a past beaux, I can personally attest to the benefits and impact of t he Alpha Merit Beautillion Program, and its effect on the trajectory of a young man ’s life. As we celebrate the latest products of this great program tonight, let’s also dedicate ourselves to ensuring the program continues for the sons and grandsons of tonight’s beaux!

Sincerely,

Errol Allen II, Chairman Alpha Merit Group Educational Foundation, Inc.