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Austin D. Jackson was an all PAC-12 selection and a three-year starter at left tackle for the University of Southern California. Austin was the 18th overall selection in the 2020 NFL draft and the third generation from his family to attend USC. Austin’s charitable giving include the Bridge Builders Foundation, “Be the Match” National Bone Marrow Donor Program, and the American Cancer Society’s “Relay for Life” program. Former USC Trojan offensive lineman and current Miami Dolphin offensive tackle, Austin D. Jackson, will commit to a $100,000 investment in BFF’s existing platform that provides financial support, mentoring, and coaching for African American male high school seniors as they matriculate through college. The additional funding establishes new “Austin D. Jackson” sponsored scholars in the Start to Finish Scholars Program and special appearances at the annual Salute dinner to award scholarship recipients. “I was raised in a family that believes in community service and commitment to education. We have a family history modeling a lifestyle of giving and ‘lifting as we climb.’ My initiative’s partnership with the Bridge Builders Foundation will provide resources to young African Americans Scholars and increase access to the under served members of our community as they navigate through our educational system. We believe that Education is key to social awareness and sustainability.
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This year is particularly special on multiple levels. We celebrate 40 years of awarding scholarships, and our total spend for scholarships provided will exceed $1 million dollars since inception. While this is a monumental milestone for our organization, the greater story, and the greater accomplishment, is the collective investment of the
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Each year, we vow good stewardship of the resources entrusted to us. Each year, we seek to enlarge our territory and do more, for more. This year, we have been tremendously blessed across all of our programs and initiatives. We are grateful. We are humbled. And, we are excited about the future.
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On behalf of the Bridge Builders Foundation (Board and Member ship), and the over 500 youth that benefit yearly from our programs, I greet you.
indebtedness to the community of individuals, corporate and philanthropic partners, scholars and educators who as a collective, year-end and year-out contribute to provide this resource to hundreds of young Black men. A cohort that is identified as hard to reach, and hard to retain, but a cohort that we engage and support in abundance.
Again, we thank you for your unwavering support, your prayers, and trust, I Sincerelyam.Yours,
Each year, we come together to recognize distinguished members of the community for their qualitative contributions to society on a local, regional or national level; and award financial scholarships and support to an awesome cohort of young people.
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Educating Students Together College Access Program (ESTCAP) would like to congratulate our scholars, Cameron Butler & Bryce Drake, for being recipients of the Bridge Builders Foundation Scholarship and carrying on a tradition of excellence in EST! Educating Students Together | WWW.ESTCAP.ORG CMYCYMYCMYMCK 06_BB.pdf 1 5/21/22 8:17 PM
Greetings,
Now, in our 40th year of providing scholarship and other financial support, we continue to move forward with humility and confidence knowing we have a generous village of supporters such as you. It is because of your consistent support and your willingness to extend your resources that our organization is able to continue providing scholarships and other programmatic support to our scholars, and all of the young people in our programs.
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Thank you for your continued support! Over the past year, despite navigating a pandemic, we have remained motivated and working execute on our mission. Our mission is to remove the barriers of race, poverty, ignorance, and despair through mentoring, education al support, health care awareness, and community uplift. The promise of the future that is represented in each of these schol ars gives us the resolve and the dedication to nurture their promise through our programs from start to finish. Helping them grow from young people into excellent scholars and young adults make your efforts and ours worthwhile.
We have endeavored to positively impact under served communi ties with an ability to pivot and adjust to the challenge and circumstances presented by COVID, and through perseverance and a steadfast commitment to service, our organization has continued to
I wish to express my gratitude on behalf of our scholars as well as my sincere thanks to the 2022 Salute planning committee for its dedication, energy, and unwavering commitment to ensure another successful Salute and Scholarship Awards program. Finally, I would also like to thank each of our vendors for providing the logisti cal support which has allowed us to keep our focus where it belongs, on our youth.
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To remove the barriers of race, poverty, ignorance and despair, and to improve life trajectories by providing social, emotional and educational supports for vulnerable ethnic minority youth and communities.
A world where all youth, regardless of color or circumstance, can aspire for and realize the fullness of their potential
VISION
Design, develop and implement programs, and seek partnerships that seek to reduce racial, social and economic barriers for African Americans and people of color.
Mission
HOW WE DO IT
WHY WE DO IT
Provide, and/or arrange for racially and culturally relevant programs, socio-emotional supports and services to supplement existing community resources.
Disinvestment in youth and communities of color compels us to actively participate in policy, systems and environmental change for the benefit of vulnerable citizens that are often overlooked and marginalized by society.
WHAT WE DO
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Entrepreneur & Co-Founder, Palazzo Concessions
He currently serves on the Board of Directors for the Los Angeles Tourism and Convention Board (LA Tourism or LATCB) and Airport Minority Advisory Council (AMAC) as the Western Regional Director. In addition, Michael has a passion for golf and currently serves on the Board of Directors for the Advocates Professional Golf Association (APGA Tour) and the Advocates Foundation, developing young men of color to reach the PGA. He also currently serves as the Co-Chair for the West Angeles Family Life Center Construction Project, valued at $22M, and leads their diversity and inclusion efforts. Michael also served on the 2022 Super Bowl Prayer Breakfast Committee. Previously he served on the California Chamber of Commerce “Cal Chamber” Board of Directors and the Gateway to Los Angeles Board of Directors. Former Presiding Bishop Charles E. Blake, appointed Michael to the role of Convention Co-Commissioners, planning and managing the church’s International Convocation with 25,000
Michael E. Washington
While building Palazzo Concessions, Michael served as General Manager of the Le Meridien Hotel San Francisco and General Manager of The Sheraton Gateway Hotel Los Angeles, a full-service 804-room hotel with 50,000 square feet of meeting space and a celebrated Italian Chophouse Restaurant named Paparazzi. In this role, Michael directed the daily activities of over 400 team members responsible for exceptional guest-related services and positive financial results. Under Michael’s leadership, the hotel earned the coveted distinction as Trip Advisor’s #2 ranked Business Hotel in Los Angeles in 2011 and 2012. Also, in 2011, Corporate Hotels in Meetings Magazine ranked The Sheraton Gateway as one of the Top 50 Hotels for meetings in the United States. In addition, in 2011, Starwood Hotels and Resorts nominated the Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles for national recogni tion in three key categories, including Sales and Marketing Team of the Year, Revenue Management Team of the Year, and the best Food & Beverage Hotel. In 2014, Starwood appointed Michael to Sheraton’s General Managers Advisory Council of Twenty, representing 433 Sheraton Hotel General Managers Worldwide.
throughout his career, honors include, 2013 NCBMP “General Manager’s Award,” 2012 Trumpet Awards, “Power at the Front Door Award,” the 2012 National Sales Network, Los Angeles, “Community Service Award,” the Wings of Refuge, Community Advocate of the Year Award. Starwood also recognized Mr. Washington with the coveted Hotel of the Quarter 2004. In 2003, Michael received the Sales and Marketing Team of the Year Award for the Westin Los Angeles Airport Hotel. In 2001, Michael also received special recog nition from Starwood for his leadership at the Westin Long Beach Hotel.
Veteran of the hospitality industry, Michael Washington has over 25-years’ experience leading major hotels and he co-founded Palazzo Concessions, a food and beverage and news and gifts concession service firm in 2009. The company manages joint venture agreements with several national prime concession entities, including The Hudson Group, HMS Host International, Norm Nixon, and Magic Johnson Enterprises. Palazzo Concessions’ owner ship interest is currently located in Los Angeles International Airport, Hollywood Burbank Airport, San Francisco International Airport, and Portland International Airport. The portfolio includes national brands in its portfolio, including Bulgari, Victoria Secret, Hugo Boss, Armani, Tumi, Michael Kors, Starbucks, Coach, Fred Segal, Harley Davidson, Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf, Panda Express, to name a few.
Michael is a graduate of Pepperdine University Graziadio Business School, earning the prestigious President and Key Executive, Master of Business Administration degree. He also graduated from Columbus State Community College and attended The Ohio State University. He enjoys cycling, golf, and traveling with his best friend and wife, Stasia, together, they founded the Annual Save Africa’s Children Golf Tournament, which raised over $400k of much-needed support for more than 400 orphanages in Africa. Michael and Stasia have three adult children.
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Recognized throughout her career, Ms. Washington’s honors include the 2021 Economically BOSS Award from the ESP Education & Leadership Institute, 2019 Pepperdine Graziadio School of Business and Management Distinguished Alumnus Award, 2018 Los Angeles Business Journal Most Influential Wealth Managers List, National STEM Top Woman of Color in Finance Award, The American Cancer Society Award of Merit, and The Los Angeles NAACP Outstanding Leader of the Year Award. Ms. Washington also received the Outstanding Banker of the Year Award from the Los Angeles Urban Bankers’ Association and the late U.S. Congressmen Julian Dixon recognized Ms. Washington with a special Congressional Economic Development Award.
Ms. Washington has served as a featured speaker for the American Banker Association’s National Wealth Management Conference, American Public Radio’s Marketplace, YouTube Black Voices and Women Creators Annual Bootcamps, She Built It Thrive in Life and Finances Podcast, Stanford University’s SSIR The Power of Philanthropy Podcast, Emotional Intelligence in Business Workshop on behalf of New Economics for Women, Financial Resilience in Times of Uncertainty for Single Mom’s Planet, Girl Scouts of Greater Los Angeles and The 1954 Project.
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Ms. Washington earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree from Pepperdine University’s George L. Graziadio School of Business and Management. She is also a graduate of the Executive Leadership Institute at UCLA Anderson Business School. She is married to Michael Washington and the mother of three adult children Jasmine, Ashlee, Mike and daughter-in-law, Janelle. Stasia enjoys travel, acrylic painting, golf and her membership in The Girl Friends, Inc.
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Visionary, driven and committed to making a difference in the community, Stasia Washington is passionate about helping others connect with information, people, and financial resources necessary to effectively navigate life’s pivotal changes. Stasia has served as Senior Managing Director of First Foundation Advisors, a regional private wealth management firm since 2013. Her primary responsibility is to guide families, business owners, private foundations, and public charities on the management of their financial assets. Ms. Washington has over 30 years’ experience in financial services developing a deep expertise across multiple functions, including financial management, capital markets, M&A, governance, philanthropy, and fiduciary services.
Ms. Washington is active outside of First Foundation. Currently she serves as a Member of the Board of Directors and Treasurer for Women in Film. She also serves as Member of the Board of Trustees, Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science and as Audit Chair for MusiCares Foundation. Previously she served as a Board Member for the Pepperdine University Graziadio School of Business and Management, MusiCares Foundation, West Angeles Community Development Corporation, Greater Los Angeles YWCA, Westside YMCA, Haven House, Save Africa’s Children and CAST LA. Ms. Washington is a founding member of the Motion Picture Television Fund Professional Advisory Council, Pepperdine University’s Center for Women’s Leadership, and the West Coast Chapter of CUP, Council of Urban Professionals. Stasia founded Save Africa’s Children Annual Golf Tournament with her husband Michael, raising awareness and funds to support orphans in Africa.
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In addition to his duties as president, Dr. Parham remains an active member of the community contributing his talents in the areas of social advocacy, community uplift and youth empowerment.
Honors & Awards
Dr. Parham previously served as vice chancellor of student a airs and an adjunct faculty member at the University of California, Irvine, where he had been since 1985.
• Honoree-100 Black Men of Los Angeles, “Man of the Year award,” October 2021
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• Honoree, City of Los Angeles’s Hall of Fame award for “Outstanding Achievement in Education” February 2020
• August 2007 American Psychological Association Division 17 – Society of Counseling Psychology Award for Lifetime Achievement in Mentoring
• Honoree, Los Angeles Business Journal, “500 LA Most-In uential,” October 2018
Dr. Parham grew up in Southern California and received his bachelor’s degree in social ecology from the University of California, Irvine, his master’s degree in counseling psychology at Washington University in St. Louis, and received his Ph.D. in counseling psychology at Southern Illinois University at Carbondale. He is licensed to practice psychology in California.
• 2008 100 Black Men of America’s Wimberly Award
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• Honoree, Orange County Chapter of The Links, Inc., “Salute to American Heart Month,” celebrating African American Leadership, Excellence and Dedication in the eld of mental health, February 18, 2017
• 2009 Honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters from the Phillips Graduate Institute
•ProgramHonoree, Orange County Business Journal, “OC’s 500 most In uential Community Members,” October 2017
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For the past 40-plus years, Dr. Parham has focused his research e orts in the area of psychological nigrescence and has authored or co-authored six books and 45-50 journal articles and book chapters. He has sustained a scholarly focus in the areas of racial identity development, African psychology and multicultural counseling.
Thomas A. Parham, Ph.D., is a family man who resides in the Southern California area with his wife, Davida. Dr. Parham is the 11th president of California State University, Dominguez Hills (CSUDH), a highly diverse, metropolitan university primarily serving the South Central and South Bay areas of Los Angeles County. Established in 1960, CSUDH is one of the 23 campuses that comprise the California State University system, the largest system of public higher education in the nation.
• Honorary Degree of Doctor of Humane Letters, The Chicago School of Psychology, Washington, DC, October 10, 2014
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• 2010 Janet E. Helms Award for Mentoring and Scholarship
• Recipient of Orange County Human Relations Award – in recognition of extraordinary contributions to Orange County in human or civil rights, Anaheim, CA, May 5, 2011
President, California State University, Dominguez Hills (CSUDH)
• Honoree, American Psychological Association, “Division 45 Lifetime Achievement Awards,” August 2019
2018 Illustrious Leadership Award from the American Psychological Association’s Minority Fellowship
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Matthew Messaye, a native of Los Angeles, CA, attends Harvard-Westlake School where he maintains a 4.40 grade point average. Matthew is a bright young man with a deep interest in biology, technology, and engineering. He is driven by his desire to further understand the complexities of the human body. Mathew exempli es academic excellence and is heavily involved on his school campus. He is CEO of a student-founded and student-led organization entitled Leaders United for Change whose primary goal is to mentor and support underprivileged students between 2nd and 12th grade in Math and English. His passion for tutoring and his love for math led him to start his own company M^Power focusing on helping African Americans succeed in mathematics. In his spare time, he enjoys playing the saxophone, robotics, and basketball. In the fall, Matthew will be a pre-med student at Yale University majoring in biomedical engineering.
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Matthew Messaye (Charles R. Drew Scholar)
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Calvin Amadi (Bernard & Shirley Kinsey Scholar)
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Calvin Amadi of Carson, CA attends King Drew Magnet High School of Medicine and Science where he maintains a 3.4 GPA and earned honor roll awards four straight years. Calvin is a mature, responsible and respectful, is also highly motivated young man. Calvin has been quite active in extracurricular activities as evidenced by his participation in various Bridge Builders Foundation programs and as a member of the cross country and track teams. Calvin has a self-assuredness that allows him to stand out amongst his peers and an unwavering quest for academic excellence, athletic prowess, and superior community service. Calvin has volunteered as a facilitator for community-based workshops that grooms under served college bound youth who otherwise would not be encouraged to pursue academic excellence. He has developed a sincere interest in increasing the community’s awareness about the importance of mental health. Participation in these activities has shaped Calvin’s strong leadership skills and his ability to manage his time e ectively. In the fall Calvin will attend San Diego State University where plans to pursue a degree in Biology.
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Brenden Archer (Chapin Family Scholar)
Jeremiah Bruce (American Honda Scholar)
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Brenden Archer of Compton, CA attends King Drew Magnet High School of Medicine and Science where he maintains a 3.27 GPA and earned honor roll recognition. Brenden is ambitious, motivated, intelligent, tec savvy, and entrepreneur minded. He is a Gentleman-Scholar and recognized for his genuine concern for the welfare of others. As a warm spirit that connects with others, Brenden was selected to mentor and inspire the school’s underclassmen. He is a well-respected young man, poised and accomplished. He has volunteered at community events such as the Autism Adventures Swim Club, the Annual Compton Walk for a Cure Breast Cancer Awareness Walk, the Compton Thanksgiving Turkey Give Away, and the Diabetes Awareness Luncheon. Brenden will attend Morehouse College in the fall and plans to pursue a degree in Engineering.
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Jeremiah Bruce of Los Angeles, CA attends the Westchester Enriched Science Magnet School in Los Angeles, CA where he maintains a 4.09 grade point average. Jeremiah plays volleyball and is on the robotics team at his high school. Jeremiah loves to teach and to help people. So much so that he started a computer coding club at his school to teach coding to his interested peers. Jeremiah also stepped into the youth pastor role at his church when that role became vacated. In the fall Jeremiah will be attending the University of Southern California double majoring in Computer Science and Computer Engineering.
Lawrence Bonner of Los Angeles, CA attends St. Bernard High School where he main tains a 3.33 grade point average. Lawrence embodies a servant leadership style and has demonstrated this skill set in a liaison role performing community service. Lawrence has mentored new volunteers in his leadership role and is always willing to go the extra mile to serve others. Lawrence has participated in baseball for ten years and learned valuable lessons from the experience and has been able to share his experiences during youth baseball camps. He volunteered to provide support during the COVID-19 pandemic. Every year he volunteers to feed the homeless, participates in food giveaways, and distributes toys for the youth for the Fire Department. Lawrence will be attending Grand Canyon University in the fall and plans to pursue Business Marketing with the goal of pursuing a career in real estate.
Bryce Drake of Van Nuys, CA, attends El Camino Real High School, where he maintains a 3.49 GPA. Bryce is a highly motivated and intellectually curious young man with a seriousness of purpose and dedication to his academics. While Bryce recognizes the value of a good education, he believes being self-motivated is also a critical success factor. Consequently, he has also pursued opportunities for leadership and excellence in sports and community services. He was selected to serve as captain of the varsity basketball team at his school. He has also volunteered on the setup and operations team for the Annual Moorpark Boys and Girls Club Auction since 7th grade. Growing up in a single-parent household, Bryce has learned self-reliance and resilience. Bryce is motivated to continue his life’s journey at a college where he can learn entrepreneur ial/business skills and develop lasting business and personal relationships. In the fall Bryce will attended Pepperdine University majoring in Business Administration.
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Cameron Butler (American Honda Scholar)
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Jeremy Dent-Smith of Hawthorne, CA attends Junipero Serra High school in Gardena, CA where he maintained a 4.3 grade point average. Jeremy plays basketball and has received All-State honors in the sport. Jeremy is already displaying leadership in his community. He is actively involved in youth volunteer programs that deal directly with at-risk youth. More speci cally he works with the youth in developing basketball skills and character development. In the fall Jeremy will attend California State University, Dominguez Hills majoring in communications.
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Cameron Butler of Los Angeles, CA attends Frederic K. C. Price III Christian Schools in Los Angeles, CA where he maintains a 3.9 grade point average. Cameron is captain of his high school’s basketball team. Cameron’s interest in the criminal justice system is quite unique. Cameron plans to impact positive change in his community by earning a degree in criminal justice and working within the system to improve it. Cameron’s motivation is a result of a tragedy he su ered but intends to leverage that event to create education and economic opportunities for the community. Cameron under stands the importance of community service. He acts as a mentee to younger students and facilitates monthly workshops for his mentee peers. In the fall Cameron will attend Tuskegee University with plans to major in Sociology.
Bryce Drake (Los Angeles Metro Scholar)
$2500 Scholars
Jaden Drisdom (Skanska Scholar)
Caden Jamison of San Pedro, California attends San Pedro High School in San Pedro, California where he maintained a 4.12 Grade Point Average. At school Caden has been an integral part of the robotics club and involved in the National Honor Society. Caden is speci cally drawn to the concepts of analyzing structural design techniques and utilizing them like an artist to shape the building structures of the future. Caden plans to attend University of California Santa Cruz to major in Computer Science.
Lawrence Bonner of Los Angeles, CA attends St. Bernard High School where he main tains a 3.33 grade point average. Lawrence embodies a servant leadership style and has demonstrated this skill set in a liaison role performing community service. Lawrence has mentored new volunteers in his leadership role and is always willing to go the extra mile to serve others. Lawrence has participated in baseball for ten years and learned valuable lessons from the experience and has been able to share his experiences during youth baseball camps. He volunteered to provide support during the COVID-19 pandemic. Every year he volunteers to feed the homeless, participates in food giveaways, and distributes toys for the youth for the Fire Department. Lawrence will be attending Grand Canyon University in the fall and plans to pursue Business Marketing with the goal of pursuing a career in real estate.
Jaden Drisdom of Gardena, California attends Wildwood School in Los Angeles, California where he maintains a 3.56 Grade Point Average. Throughout High School Jaden has participated in community service through two the following two programs, LA Works and Big Sunday. Adrian volunteered at View Heights Convales cent Hospital transporting handicap seniors around and getting them food. Jaden is very interested in Law and the events in his community. Jaden plans to attend Loyola Marymount University where he will major in Political Science.
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$2500 Scholars Adrian Expose American Honda Scholar)
Caden Jamison (Southern Cal Gas Scholar)
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Malik Jarrett of Los Angeles, California attends King Drew Medical Magnet High School in Los Angeles, California where he maintains a 3.28 Grade Point Average. Malik has proven that through hard work he can accomplish tasks in a courteous and timely manner. Malik has volunteered with the Los Angeles Probation Department during his breaks at school. He observed, rsthand, methods used to reach out to assist and serve those young persons placed in the Probation system. Malik plans to enroll at California State Northridge where he intends to major in Sociology.
Malik Jarrett (California Community Foundation Scholar)
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Born and raised in Long Beach, California, Eli Martin attends Earnest S. McBride Senior High where he maintains a 3.47 grade point average. Eli possesses enthusiasm for learn ing and has tenacity towards being academically successful. Demonstrating his passion and drive for academic leadership, Eli founded the Cyber Security Club on campus that focuses on the importance of protecting computer systems from information disclosure, theft of software, data, or personal identi able information. Eli also serves as a Bridge Builders Foundation Ambassador where he serves as a role model for elementary school students. In the fall Eli plans to attend California State University, Long Beach where he
Richard Lovely, originally hails from Carson, California, attends the Chadwick School where he maintains a 3.09 grade point average. Richard takes his education very seriously and has prepared himself for success by taking arduous classes such as AP Environmental Science, Statistics, and Chemistry. Serving as a counselor for middle school students through the SoLA I Can Foundation’s Technology Center helped Richard to understand the importance of giving back to the next generation and being a good role model for the youth. Richard is a valued member of the Varsity basketball team and displayed his leadership ability as he stepped up to coach the Varsity and Freshman team while their coach was place in quarantine due to COVID protocols. In the Fall Richard plans to attend Denison University in Granville, Ohio where he will declare a
Richard Lovely (Austin D. Jackson Scholar)
Eli Martin (Breedlove Family Scholar)
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Justin Moore, a native of Carson, California, attends King Drew Medical Magnet High where he maintains a 3.72 grade point average. At a very young age Justin’s family instilled in him the importance of an education. Justin has always challenged himself academically, excelling in advanced placement and college preparatory classes. His ultimate goal is to attend medical school to become a developmental psychologist. Justin is a leader on campus with heavy involvement in various student organizations including the Art Club, Boys & Girls Club – College Bound Track, French Club, Black Student Union, and Track & Field. In addition, Justin is dedicated to giving back to the community through his participation in numerous philanthropic endeavors including activities sponsored by Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc., Love & Unity Fellowship Church, March of Dimes, Miller’s Children Hospital, and Bridge Builders Foundation. In the fall Justin plans to attend UC Irvine where he will major in Psychology
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Malik Mbugua is born and raised in Los Angeles, California and attends CATCH Prepa ratory High School where he maintains a 4.33 grade point average. Malik’s work ethic, maturity, and sense of community is to be admired. Malik was the recipient of the prestigious USC Youth Academy for Media and Civic Engagement Internship awarded only 26 high school juniors across the nation. Malik is also a gifted and diligent legal researcher developing his skills as an intern for the special education law rm Hope4 Families which provides free and fair legal representation for students with special needs. Malik is a natural born leader and has high aspirations of becoming a lawyer to provide legal representation for those under served in his community. In the fall Malik will attend the University of California, Berkeley majoring in Political Science
Justyn Martin hails from Inglewood, California and attends City Honors High School where he maintains a 4.47 grade point average. Justyn is extremely bright young man that values education and understands the importance of giving back to the commu nity which he is from. He joined the Eye on Inglewood food giveaway project to distribute food to local residents. He also volunteers his time with the ThinkWatts Foundation helping to beautify the campus of Drew Middle School along with assist ing basketball tournaments involving children with special needs. Not only is Justyn a leader within the community, he is also a leader on the gridiron serving as the starting quarterback of the Inglewood High football team. Due to his dedication to academics as well as athletics, Justyn was awarded early acceptance to the University of California, Los Angeles where he is majoring in Business Administration.
Justin Moore (Los Angeles Urban League Scholar)
Justyn Martin (Austin D. Jackson Scholar)
Destin Norwood of Long Beach, CA, attends David Starr Jordan High School, where he maintains a 3.41 GPA. Growing up as a middle child with two older and two younger brothers, Destin has learned how to be a mediator and a transferor of experiences. These skills have earned him the respect and admiration of his peers. As a leader in the Long Beach Math Collaborative (a partnership between CSULB and LAUSD), Destin’s ability to connect with others brought out the best in those around him. Destin will be the rst generation in his family to attend college. He wants to use this opportunity to become a teacher. African American males are underrepresented as teachers. Having African American male role models and teachers in classrooms is a critical need in our communities’ that Destin seeks to ll. Destin plans to attend one of the local Cal State Universities.
Kassius Thomas (Austin D. Jackson Scholar))
Kassius Thomas is born and raised in Los Angeles, California and attends Sierra Canyon School where he maintains a 3.88 grade point average. Kassius is a gifted and talented scholar-athlete, excelling in his academics as well as on the baseball eld. In the classroom Kassius a model student. He makes it a point to strive for academic excellence because he understands a good education is one of the main keys to success. Kassius takes pride in being a leader and giving back to his community through is involvement with Operation Gratitude, a non-pro t organization that assembles care packages for deployed troops, veterans, and rst responders. Kassius also is a leader on the baseball eld playing the position of pitcher, where he is one of the most highly sought-after college recruits in the country. In the fall Kassius will be attending Duke University majoring in Computer Science.
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Marcus Roberts (American Honda Scholar)
Marcus Roberts hails from Carson, California where he attends Narbonne High School and maintains a 3.77 grade point average. Marcus is part of the Narbonne’s STEAM Magnet Program and has prepared himself for high education by taking many honors and advanced placement courses. He has received the Principal’s Honor Roll for all four years of high school. Marcus has participated in the Los Angeles Council of Black Profes sional Engineers’ Excell Program which provides math and computer science instruction to foster and interest in STEM amongst African American youth. Marcus has a passion for helping others. He has volunteered his time at the City of Refuge and Family of Faith Christian Center distributing food, clothes, toys, and school supplies to children and families in need. In the fall Marcus plans to attend California State University, Fullerton majoring in Psychology.
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Destin Norwood (Chapin Family Scholar)
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William Udo (Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. – Zeta Rho Chapter Scholar)
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William Udo, a native of Inglewood, California, attends King-Drew Magnet High School of Medicine and Science where he maintains a 3.99 grade point average. At a very young age William’s parents instilled in him the importance of receiving a quality education and having a strong work ethic. Not only is William an outstanding scholar earning academic distinction on the Principal’s Honor roll taking honors and advance placement courses, but he is also a servant leader on his campus overseeing the Tech Squad which handles all school tech-related activities. A man of faith, William also is the lead sound technician at his church where he manages the church service sound systems and teleprompter recordings. This experience is where William realized his passion for technology. In the fall William plans to attend UCLA where he will major in Computer Science.
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Hunter Williams attends Bishop Montgomery high school where he maintains a 4.02 grade point average. Hunter is described by his teachers as an exemplary student that is self-motivated, dedicated to academic improvement, and one that possesses a commitment to his own development as an individual and thinker. While in high school Hunter participated in the Youth Entrepreneurs Academy, an international program dedicated to developing the business ideas of today’s youth. He created his owned business, Brushed, a multi-vendor marketplace for individuals with the “waves” hairstyle. As a result, Hunter presented his business at Y.E.A.’s annual televised national competition where he placed in the top four of all entrepreneurs. In the fall, Hunter plans to attend to attend Louisiana State University majoring in Business Management.
Kirk Williams (AEG Scholar)
Kirk Williams, a native of Los Angeles, California, attends The Brentwood School where he maintains a 3.36 grade point average. Along with his rigorous class schedule, taking courses such as Calculus, AP Microeconomics, and Biological Engineering, Kirk is very involved in his high school campus community. His passion for mentorship and his commitment to helping others led him to assisting freshman students transi tion into high school. In addition, Kirk is very involved with the Black Student Union and is the captain of the Varsity Lacrosse Team. In his spare time Kirk has expanded his knowledge of business development, the stock market, and his use of technology through his participation and involvement with the 100 Black Men of Los Angeles organization. In the fall Kirk plans to attend Indiana University Bloomington majoring in Business Administration.
$2500 Scholars Hunter Williams (HMS/Host Scholar)
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e Franklin Family celebrates the Bridge Builders Foundation’s continued growth and commitment to the community!
Brothers of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc., Bridge Builders Foundation May God continue to pour blessings on your extraordinary work and On the Occasion 40thAnnual Salute and Scholarship Awards Congratulations 2022 Scholarship Recipients and Distinguished Honorees "#$%&'(!)#*%! !"#$%&'()*&+,(-./(0.(0*#(1.'#2&+(34./" '%50#6( 7#'.8(9.4(-./4(3#+#4./5(:.+&0%.+5;( Mable E. Coleman, Danny Boykins, Theodore Bagley, Debra Bagley, Kenneth Bonner, Aisha Childs, Melvin Gaines, Wayman Greene, Dorothy Greene, Richard Hopkins, Janette Hopkins, Wanda Brown, Donna Thomas, Karen Nelson Lester Williams Darlene Williams, and Yolanda Moore CMYCYMYCMYMCK 37_BB.pdf 1 5/21/22 9:37 PM
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Bridge Builders Foundation is excited to partner with Tom Bradley elementary school to provide and coordinate targeted programming for young ladies. Starting with a reading circle presentation on 1619 and slavery (provided by Tabahani Book Circle), and continuing with a host of cultural and social inputs to promote individual and group growth.
anks to Dr. Tosha Bunn and the sta at Tom Bradley for the partnership. It was a pleasure to meet and develop a program centered around the school’s identi ed objectives. A perfect example of a school and community based organization joining together to meet emerging needs of youth.
e young ladies painted butter ies one weekend and talked about blossoming into their best selves.
e next week it was o to the Alvin Ailey dance presentation at the Dorothy Chandler theater; en to the Museum of Illusion, followed by a formal tea party. Participoating girls receive personal books for their home libraries, school supplies, gi cards, and program T-shirts, eld trips, and other fun lled activities in an educational environment.
BRIDGE BUILDERS PARTNERS WITH LAUSD to provide targeted programs
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Programmatic Services for over 500 youth annually
African American males provides scholarships,mentoring and coaching. (over $900,000 awarded to date)
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is February, BBF in partneship with Tabahani Book Circle sponsored a Essay Contest where youth chose a Langston Hughes poem and wrote what it meant to them, and how the poem applies today (in 500 words or less).
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All of the essays were well written, insightful and deeply re ective. A special thanks to the members of Tabahani Book Circle who coordinated, read and judged the essays.
is year’s winner, Jerrell Sterling has participated in the Bridge Builders Program since 9th grade. He also works as a “Youth Ambassador” at our Saturday Science Program, so we were both excited and pleased to see his name emerge as one of the winners. Congratulations to all of the young scholars on a job well done!
First Prize ($1,000) went to King-Drew Magnet 11th grader, Jerrell Sterling“Harlem;” Second prize ($750) went to 12th grader (UCLA Bound)Nancy Okeke-”Ennui,” and ird Place ($500) went to 9th grader Reese Whitman“ e Negro Speaks of Rivers.”
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“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” take great you on this portion of your life’s journey. We now, in a chorus of supporting fans, cheer you on! love you join with the
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“The tragedy of life is not found in failure but complacency. Not in you doing too much, but doing too little. Not in you living above your means, but below your capacity. It's not failure but aiming too low, that is life's greatest tragedy.” Benjamin E. Mays
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WE ARE Growing! WE ARE Connecting WE ARE Learning WE AREThrivingWEARE Leading Brotherhood Crusade salutes Bridge Builders Foundation 40th Annual Salute & Scholarship Awards And The 2022 Honorees Thomas A. Parham, Ph.D. CaliforniaPresident, State University Dominquez Hills Stasia Washington Senior Vice President & Senior Managing Director, First Foundation Advisors Michael E. Washington Entrepreneur & Co-Founder, Palazzo Concessions Sowing seeds and growing strong communites i instagram: bhcrusade l @twitter.com/BCrusade f facebook.com/BCrusade BROTHERHOODCRUSADE.ORG Brotherhood_2022_BBF_AD.qxp_Layout 1 4/12/22 11:40 AM Page 1 CMYCYMYCMYMCK 58_BB.pdf 1 5/21/22 10:08 PM
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C o n g r a tu l a ti o n s to th e 2022 Br idg e Bu il de r s H o n or e e s a n d S c h ol a r s ! Th e Wa s h in g to n Co n s u l tin g Gr ou p is g r a te f u l f o r th e tr e m e n d ou s w o rk th e Br id g e Bu il de r s Fou n d a tio n f a c i l ita te s in ou r c o m m u n ity e v e r y d a y. www.WashingtonIn Loving and Honor and Memory of The Men in Our Lives Who Contributed to Our Growth and Successes We extend Congratulations and Best Wishes To the Young Scholars, Outstanding Honorees and Bridge Builders Foundation For Their Achievements and Contributions to the Communities They Serve Bro. Leslie and Carolyn Powell CMYCYMYCMYMCK 61_BB.pdf 1 5/21/22 10:11 PM
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CONGRATULATIONS!! MICHAEL & STASIA WASHINGTON ON THIS HONOR YOUR SUPPORT OF OUR UNDERSERVED AND DESERVING YOUTH IS SIMPLY STELLAR KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK!! WE LOVE YOU!! KIKI SHEPARD & THE KIS FOUNDATION, INC. CMYCYMYCMYMCK 63_BB.pdf 1 5/24/22 10:02 AM
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Days will be filled with both educational and recreational activities on the Scripps campus and adjacent beaches, including a tour of Birch Aquarium, and evenings and meals on the UC San Diego campus for a true college experience. For more information and/or sign up, please contact James Breedlove at JamesBreedlove.BBF@gmail.com.
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Daily activities are designed to inspire students’ interest in the science that helps us understand and protect our ocean planet, expand students' sense of possibilities for STEM academic and career pathways, and engender a feeling of belonging.
• How Earth and ocean systems work in concert to make our planet •habitableHowscientists and engineers collaborate to enable research focused on understanding our changing planet
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Exploring Our Ocean Planet is a five-day residential program designed to provide a fun-filled, science-rich, campus-life expe rience that inspires wonder and curiosity about the Earth-ocean system and the life it supports.
The E.E. Just Marine Science Camp is a residential camp at UC San Diego for students of color interested in STEM and Ocean Sciences.
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