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Ekundayo Bandele, Founder & CEO
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Hattiloo is a 501(c)3 mission non-profit organization. Its mission is "to develop a Black theatre that is accessible to, relevant to, and reflective of a multicultural community." It produces shows that depict Black life and that transcend their entertainment value by giving audiences an authentic, cultural experience. Its program
The Self-Identity Theatre Camp helps Black youth acquire tools to care for their emotional selves in inequitable and discriminatory situations.
As the largest Black theatre in the MidSouth and one of a few free-standing Black theatres in the country, Hattiloo is a hub for national Black theatre training and convening, and our youth programs share this focus.
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SYNOPSIS
It’s Christmas Eve and Eb Scroo is seeking to snuff out the season’s cheer by demanding that all debts owed him be satisfied before nightfall. Facing imprisonment, a Christmas without presents and a feast, the residents are desperate. In this urban spin of Dickens’ A Christmas Carol, the ghosts and characters are icons of Black culture.
MEET THE PLAYWRIGHT
Ekundayo Bandele
Ekundayo Bandele is a playwright and theater director whose work has significantly impacted the American theater landscape. He has directed three plays by August Wilson and served as an assistant to Tony Award-winning director/actor Ruben Santiago Hudson. His plays, including Judas Hands (Karamu Playhouse), If Scrooge Was a Brother (ETA Creative Arts Foundation), Take the Soul Train to Christmas (Jubilee Theatre), and I, Too Am...
America (Ensemble Theatre), highlight his dedication to telling stories that reflect the richness and complexity of the Black experience. Bandele is also the founder and CEO of Hattiloo Theatre in Memphis, Tennessee, one of the only freestanding Black repertory theaters in the region. Since founding Hattiloo in 2006, he has transformed it into a nationally recognized institution that celebrates and preserves Black culture through theatre.
Under his leadership, Hattiloo completed August Wilson’s full Century Cycle, premiered new works such as Geoffrey Owens’ Now I Am Alone and Kennon Scott II’s The Genius of Being Stupid, and showcased talent like Harry Lennix, Charles S. Dutton, and Debbie Morgan.
A Phi Beta Kappa graduate of Morehouse College, Bandele has studied and taught theatre internationally, led a $4.3 million campaign to build Hattiloo’s debt-free facility, and founded both the Hattiloo Institute of Black Theatre Studies and Bandele Blueprint—a consulting firm that helps arts organizations grow, build revenue, and strengthen cultural authenticity.
ODELLHORTONIII Smitty/ChristmasPresent
JAMARWRIGHT Cratchit
CAST BIOS
TAYLOR NICOLE BARKSDALE
Fran/Ida/Woman 1
NICOLE BARKSDALE, a 29-year-old native n, has been acting for almost 20 years. She gained ience from the Tri-City Bluff Arts Theater and the ic Academy, which gave her opportunities to perform with legendary names in venues across the country. Her alma mater is the prestigious Rhodes College. In her day job, she serves as one of the top tour guides across the city and is the co-founder of Memphis' first Rap and Hip-Hop History Tour. In her recent work, she played "Ensemble/Pit Singer" in Carmen Jones (2024) and became a company member (2025), both at the Hattiloo Theatre. She has experience as a stage manager and worked in TV as an extra on NBC's Young Rock. Taylor Nicole is looking forward to making her mark on the theater world and show her true Memphis spirit.
P.A. BOMANI Scrooge
P.A. BOMANI is a storyteller and actor with stand-up comedy roots. He began his journey in both comedy and acting in 1999. After his first open mic performance, he competed in a comedy contest, placed third, and was hired as an emcee. He hosted at that venue for two years until it closed. For five years, he worked as an on-air personality with 103.5’s Morning Soul Patrol, where his responsibilities included gathering news and producing original show content. In 2015, Bomani expanded his artistic reach into storytelling after earning the title of Grand Master Storyteller. His acting portfolio includes work in improv troupes, one-man shows, and stage plays. Since 2018, he has served as House Manager at Hattiloo Theatre. Bomani is a 2024/25 Ostrander Award recipient, recognized for “Behind the Scenes” and “Best Ensemble” for Thoughts of a Colored Man. His mission is to “make stomachs hurt from laughter and heads swim with thought.”
KALI CARPENTER
Tina/Christmas Future
KALI CARPENTER is a currently freshman attending Cordova High School, and she is pleased and grateful to be a part of this production. Kali has done many plays, but her most notable are Ms. Hannigan - Annie Jr., Banzai - Lion King Jr., Mama Euralie - Once on This Island, & Fate 3Hadestown. This is not Kali’s first time appearing on Hattiloo’s stage, and she is so pleased to finally be here once more. In addition to this, she would like to express gratitude to the production team, director, stage managers, and cast members for all the hard work they’ve done. She hopes you enjoy the show!
MICHAEL COLE
Pastor Waters/ Social Worker
MICHAEL COLE is a martial artist and lifelong student of life. He was born in the Orange Mound community of Memphis, Tennessee. Following Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s assassination, his family relocated to upstate New York. Michael graduated from White Plains High School and later earned a degree from an HBCU in Hampton, Virginia. He went on to serve 25 years as a New York State Correction Officer before retiring. This marks Michael’s fourth season performing at Hattiloo Theatre. His previous roles include Elder Block in Women in the Pit, understudy for Sam in Master Harold… and the Boys, and the First Slave in Father Comes Home from the Wars, Parts 1, 2 & 3. Michael says it is both an honor and a privilege to perform at Hattiloo Theatre.
JAMES COOK Scrooge (Understudy)
AMES COOK is a member of the Hattiloo Theatre Company. e is a versatile and dedicated actor known for several emorable roles across the city. His latest works include rector credits for Till Death produced by Three Diamond Productions as well as One Monkey Don't Stop No Show produced by Moves by Michelle.
DEE LISA COTHRAN
Mrs. Cratchit/Janice
DEE LISA COTHRAN is a psychologist whose impressive credentials include teacher, Fulbright-Hays Fellow, and published author. She has a passion for acting and is currently seeking opportunities to develop her craft. Excited to bring depth and authenticity to diverse roles, she has a keen interest in historically rich narratives. From a heart that is overflowing with gratitude, Dee Lisa thanks her family and friends for their support and the Hattiloo Theatre for the opportunity to live a dream.
ODELL HORTON III
Smitty/ Christmas Present
CARMEN JEFFRIES
Kimmy/Harriet/ Young Belle
ODELL HORTON III is a Memphis native who enjoys spending time with friends, acting, singing, and working on films. He appeared in If Scrooge Was a Brother in 2012 and Charlotte’s Web in 2013 at Hattiloo Theatre. His additional stage credits include The Man Who Came to Dinner in 2019 and Our Town in 2022 at Theatre Memphis. Odell extends his gratitude to his family and friends for their continued support in helping him achieve his goals.
CARMEN JEFFERIES is a 26 year old Memphis native and is excited to be apart of If Scrooge Was a Brother for the first time. Previously, Carmen worked with Hattiloo for Not Long, But Not Yet in which she played Alana. The play was performed at the National Civil Rights Museum for MLK Day of Remembrance. Carmen is grateful for the opportunities she has received through Hattiloo and hopes that everyone enjoys the show!
MICAIAH ROKER Belle/Ma/ Christmas Past
AIAH ROKER is a native artist to the Memphis area. You have last seen her in Germantown Community ater's production of Cabaret or a handful of other shows rious theaters throughout the city. She is also a certified hing artist in dance fundamentals and creative movement. She is so happy to be back on the Hattiloo stage and under the fantastic direction of Ekundayo. She would like to thank the wonderful cast and crew for their hard work and dedication to this production. She would also like to thank you for coming. Enjoy!
RODNEY SAULSBERRY II
Fred
GABRIEL TAYLOR
Boy/Son/Freddie
RODNEY SAULSBURY II began acting in high school and quickly found his love for storytelling. This will be his 3rd production with Hattiloo. He was previously seen as Asagai in A Raisin in the Sun and Love in Thoughts of A Colored Man. He hopes to one day take his talents into the film industry to further branch out into his passion. He is beyond grateful for the opportunity, and he hopes that you are moved in more ways than one!
GABRIEL TAYLOR is an energetic 11 year-old, 7 grader attending Memphis Grizzlies Preparatory Academy who is thrilled to be performing in this year’s production of If Scrooge Was A Brother, written by Ekundayo Bandele. He loves acting, music, and making people laugh. When he’s not on stage, Gabriel enjoys reading, playing soccer, chess, cooking, and spending time with friends and family. This is his fourth time performing with Hattiloo Theatre and he’s excited to bring his character to life for the audience! th
SAM WEAKLEY
Marley
SAM WEAKLEY is very happy to be working with this very talented director, cast and crew. In an acting career spanning 52 years, he has performed on almost every stage in Memphis. Some of his most memorable roles include the Dad in Proof (Ostrander for Best Actor), Michel in Pillowman, Joe Keller in All My Sons, the Sheriff in August: Osage County, and the Governor in the first-ever collegiate Best Little Whorehouse in Texas. Sam is very happy to be a small part of his third production at Hattiloo. He has directed three highly acclaimed independent productions of which he is very proud: The Trip to Bountiful (Ostrander for Best Director and Drama), The Drawer Boy, and The Outgoing Tide. Over the years, he has also won awards in lighting, set design and sound design. Sam dedicates his performance to his wife, Pamela, and his daughter, Mimi, who are, respectively, the bread and butter of his life.
JAMAR WRIGHT is a passionate educator and versatile performing artist based in Memphis, Tennessee. As a dedicated teacher in the Memphis Shelby County Schools system, Jamar inspires and empowers students with a commitment to fostering creativity, self-expression, and critical thinking. With 11 years of experience in the classroom, He is known for making learning engaging and relevant, shaping the next generation of thinkers, leaders, and artists. Beyond the classroom, Jamar is an accomplished actor, singer, dancer, and guitarist. His dynamic stage presence and diverse talents have led to standout performances in notable productions such as The History of Black Music at Southwest Tennessee Community College, Father Comes Home from the Wars (Parts 1, 2 & 3), and Black Odyssey at Hattiloo Theatre. Whether commanding the stage with powerful vocals or showcasing emotional depth in dramatic roles, Jamar can be found in local venues around the city expressing his passion for the arts and education.
LUCIEN WHITE is a Memphis native, born in 2007, who has been acting since elementary school and has been blessed with many exciting opportunities. Outgoing and expressive, he enjoys sharing his thoughts and ideas with others. While Lucien has primarily performed in stage productions such as Black Odyssey at Hattiloo Theatre and Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat at Overton High, his work also extends to television and film. He has appeared on Fox 13, acted in short films, and was selected to deliver a TED Talk. Lucien looks forward to continuing his artistic journey and embracing new opportunities with gratitude and determination.
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EKUNDAYO BANDELE is the founder and CEO of Hattiloo Theatre in Memphis, Tennessee—one of the only freestanding Black repertory theaters in the region. Since founding Hattiloo in 2006, he has led the theatre to national recognition for producing works that celebrate Black culture and artistic excellence, featuring performers such as Harry Lennix, Charles S. Dutton, and Debbie Morgan. Under his leadership, Hattiloo completed August Wilson’s full Century Cycle, launched the Black Theatre Managers Fellowship, and established the Hattiloo Institute of Black Theatre Studies at LeMoyne-Owen College. Bandele has directed and acted in numerous acclaimed productions and written several original plays, including If Scrooge Was a Brother and Take the Soul Train to Christmas. He also led a $4.3 million capital campaign to build Hattiloo’s debt-free campus and continues to expand its reach internationally. In 2024, he founded Bandele Blueprint, a consulting firm supporting arts organizations in building revenue, growing audiences, and deepening cultural authenticity.
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JACKI MUSKIN Stage Manager
NADIRAH T. HARPER graduated from Southeast Missouri State University with a bachelor of fine arts in Theater Technology & Design. Since then she had designed the lights for and assisted on a wide variety of productions, including: New York State of Mind, Tortise & the Hare, Urinetown, The Boy Who Kissed the Sky, The Wiz, and Waitress. Nadirahtharper.com
JACKI MUSKIN has performed in a number of Hattiloo productions, including Women in the Pit, Sassy Mamas, The House That Will Not Stand, Purlie Victorious and Steel Magnolias. She has also served in the capacity of Stage Manager for several productions, including the Hattiloo’s production of Ain’t Misbehaving and Lady Day at Emmerson Bar and Grill, both performed in Milan, Italy. She is grateful for her friends and family’s love and support.
BROOKE SARDEN Asst. Stage Manager
BROOKE SARDEN is happy to return to Hattiloo Theatre, where she first learned the craft. Her work here includes over 20 productions, including directing A Song for Coretta, The Brothers Size, and Hoodoo Love; performing in Marcus; ortheSecretofSweet,IntheRedandBrownWater,andTwo Trains Running; and stage managing productions such as KingHedleyIIandOnceonThisIsland.Hattiloohasshaped her journey as a director, actor, and stage manager, and sgratefultokeepgrowingwiththiscommunity.
RICIA SMITH boasts a remarkable background, having ed Judge Dunbar in NBC's Bluff City Law. Her theatrical ney features performances in Ain't Misbehavin' and a asAssistantDirectorforLadyDayatEmerson'sBarand , both in Milan, Italy. Additionally, Patricia directed iloo's Black Nativity in collaboration with the Memphis phony Orchestra. With a wealth of experience in orming,directing,andcostumingatHattilooTheatre,her t recent projects include Directing and costuming A own Christmas and a supporting role on film, which has yetbeenreleased.
TRICEhasbeenworkingintheatreproductionsforover y years. Since she first began her career, she has taken arious roles from director, designer, and actor to prop ter, videographer, and stage manager. During her ergraduate studies at MIT, Cydnie was a part of Uncle ya,LaCasadeBernaldaAlba,andtheGilbert&Sullivan ers’ musical Trial By Jury. Since returning to the MidSouth,Cydhasworkedonhundredsofshowsandfilmswith Theatre Memphis, The Harrell Theatre, Hattiloo Theatre, Cazateatro, Germantown Community Theatre, New Moon Theatre, Stage 88 Productions, Playhouse on the Square, andOperaMemphis.
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MEET THE HATTILOO STAFF
EKUNDAYO BANDELE
(Hattiloo Founder & CEO) is the founder and CEO of Hattiloo Theatre in Memphis, Tennessee, one of the only freestanding Black repertory theaters in the region. Founded in 2006, Hattiloo produces six to eight plays each season that give artists and audiences the opportunity to experience the ancestral knowledge and indigenous practices of Black people in a Black space.
Under Bandele’s leadership, Hattiloo has achieved national recognition for centering Black culture in its programming. The theatre has presented works featuring Harry Lennix (The Blacklist, The Matrix), Charles S. Dutton (Roc), and Debbie Morgan (All My Children). In 2021, it premiered Geoffrey Owens’ oneman show Now I Am Alone, and in 2025 staged a workshop of Broadway playwright Kennon Scott II’s The Genius of Being Stupid. In 2018, Hattiloo was recognized by the August Wilson Society and the Pittsburgh Gazette for completing August Wilson’s full Century Cycle. Bandele’s directing credits include The Bluest Eye by Lydia Diamond, Hurt Village by Katori Hall, and four plays by August Wilson. His acting credits include King Hedley in Wilson’s King Hedley II, Ulysses in Marcus Gardley’s Black Odyssey, and Levi in Wilson’s Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom. His original plays include Judas Hands (Karamu House), If Scrooge Was a Brother (Jubilee Theatre), Tumbling Down (MAP Fund Commission), and Take the Soul Train to Christmas (The Ensemble Theatre). Between 2018 and 2020, he staged three international productions in Milan, Italy. He led a 4.3 million dollar capital campaign between 2012 and 2014 to build Hattiloo’s facility and endowment and negotiated long-term one dollar per year leases that expanded its campus, including the Hattiloo Technical Theatre Center. Hattiloo has remained debt free since its founding. In 2021, Bandele founded and led the three-year Black Theatre Managers Fellowship, funded by the Black Seed Fund. In 2023, he established the Hattiloo Institute of Black Theatre Studies at LeMoyne-Owen College, which offers three three-credit courses. Internationally, Bandele taught theatre management in Khartoum, Sudan. A Phi Beta Kappa, summa cum laude graduate of Morehouse College, he studied theatre in Kigali, Rwanda, and Limerick, Ireland, and completed executive training at the University of Maryland’s DeVos Institute, Leadership Memphis, and New Memphis Institute.
His board service includes founding board member of the Overton Park Conservancy and the African American Museum of the Performing Arts in Chicago, founding steering committee member of the CRAFT Institute in Boston, former chairman of the Memphis Office of Youth Services, former co-founding chairman of Memphis Brand, and current advisory board member of the Ozmo Institute for Neuroaesthetics at The University of Tennessee Health Science Center. He is a member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Incorporated, Epsilon Phi Chapter.
Bandele actively supports artists through sponsorships, painting commissions, and stipends that have resulted in the establishment of new organizations, the creation of new plays and musicals, and the launch of careers in film and technical theatre. In 2024, he launched Bandele Blueprint, a consulting firm that helps arts organizations build revenue, grow audiences, and strengthen cultural authenticity.
HATSHEPSUT BANDELE (Customer Service Coordinator) is passionate about celebrating and promoting Black art and culture. Working at Hattiloo brings her joy as she wholeheartedly believes in the power of the arts. In her role, she is committed to ensuring that each visitor feels genuinely welcomed and wellinformed about the upcoming plays and events at Hattiloo. Handling ticket sales and subscriptions, she strives to deliver customer service that reflects my appreciation and pride in everything Hattiloo represents.
NATE HERRINGTON (Marketing Coordinator) is a Memphis native from Westwood, Memphis, TN. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Marketing from Christian Brothers University in 2024 and specializes in social media marketing. Outside of his marketing work, Nate is passionate about photography, videography, and all things music. He owns the photography brand Nate Herrington Photography and creates visuals for local artists in the Memphis scene under the brand name Limbø Visuals, collaborating with his collective of visual creators known as 4x Collective. He is proud to be part of the Hattiloo team and looks forward to sharing its mission with audiences both inside and outside the theatre walls.
PATRICIA SMITH (Theatre Production Manager) boasts a remarkable background, having played Judge Dunbar in NBC's Bluff City Law. Her theatrical journey features performances in Ain't Misbehavin' and a role as Assistant Director for Lady Day at Emerson's Bar and Grill, both in Milan, Italy. Additionally, Patricia directed Hattiloo's Black Nativity in collaboration with the Memphis Symphony Orchestra. With a wealth of experience in performing, directing, and costuming at Hattiloo Theatre, her most recent projects include Directing and costuming A Motown Christmas and a supporting role on film, which has not yet been released.
ROSANNA SMITH (Office Manager), a Tennessee native from southwest Memphis, is the eldest of nine children born to Rev. J. W. Smith, Sr., and Lillie B. Smith. She graduated from Mitchell High School in 1967 and attended the University of Tennessee at Martin. Her career began in 1970 as a Reservationist at American Express, followed by a role as an Office Manager at Murphy Oil Company. Rosanna earned an Associate Degree in Accounting and Data Processing from Memphis School of Commerce in 1973 and worked as an assistant bookkeeper at Goodwill Industries before joining Kroger in 1974. She served as an accounting clerk and office manager at Kroger until her retirement in 2002. After retirement, she worked at Katz Worldwide Logistics and the Shelby County Health Department until late 2013. In her religious community, Rosanna was an Administrative Assistant and Church Clerk at Tabernacle Missionary Baptist Church for 33 years and held various educational roles at Kimbrough Chapel Missionary Baptist Church in Lamar, Mississippi. She has received numerous awards and certificates for her contributions to Christian education and community service.
JARROD WALKER (Theatre Manager) an imaginative trailblazer, is fueled by an inherent passion for creativity. Jarrod has immersed himself in event coordination, theater direction, and product launches for over two decades. Whether orchestrating weddings, plays, or other significant life events, his ability to infuse creativity into every project is the driving force behind his success.
As an accomplished event professional, administrative assistant, and theater director, he is dedicated to crafting unparalleled experiences for his clients and audiences. From providing essential administrative support to executing productions, he has played a pivotal role in turning clients’ dreams into tangible realities. For Jarrod Walker, the possibilities are boundless when creativity takes center stage, and his journey continues to be a testament to the transformative power of artistic innovation.
NAJWA WATSON (Engagement Coordinator) a Memphis native of Jamaican descent, brings over 14 years of administrative expertise to her role at Hattiloo Theatre. Her commitment spans nearly 15 years, reflecting a profound dedication to community and service. Najwa excels in organizing, project support, delivering exceptional customer service, and coordinating special events. Hattiloo is not just her workplace but her second home, where she contributes proudly as a professional, performer, and creative force. With gratitude and honor, she will consistently embody Hattiloo's values through her endeavors.
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In her current work, Felicia focuses on donor cultivation, relationship building and strategic resource development in order to sustain and grow arts initiatives. Ardent about advancing the arts as a tool for community empowerment, Felicia Wheeler brings both creativity and rigor to every aspect of the work that she engages in and represents.
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Joyce Johnson
Joyce M Turner
Judge Rachel L. Bell
Judy Card
Judy Echols
Julian Williams
Kaitlynn Tharpe
Kameelah Spence
Kandace Stewart
Karen Christian
Karen Cook-Pryor
Karen R Jackson
Karen Reed
Karolyn Bryant
Katrina VanBuren
Kizzy Rogers
Kourtney Carpenter
Lance Logan Sims
LaTrice Browning
Latrice Robinson Toombs
Lavelle Mays
Lethelea Grayer
Lexsee J. Waterford, Ph. D
Linda Davis
Linda K Williams
Lisa Igoni
Lisa M. Frieson
Lisa Young
Lois Williams
Loren Smith
Louise Levin
Lynnette Hall-Lewis
Mae Yancy
Mamie Turner
Margie Smith
Maria Todd
Marilyn Powell-Jones
Marilyn Whitney
Marlena Shorter-Jones
Mary J Cooper
Mary Kyles
Michael and LeChelle Davenport
Michael Cole, Sr
Michi-Marcole Martin
Mildred Clark
Najwa Watson
Nettie Crawford
Nicole Clark
Pam Watson
Pamela Dalton
Pamela Johnson
Patricia A Braswell
Paris Ducker
Phyllis Dixon
Priscilla Davis
Priscilla Johnson
Priscilla Reed
Raymond White
Rebecca Bishop
Renita Standberry
Rhoda Jones
Rorie Trammel
Rubbie Patrick-Herring
Sam Patillo
Sandra Smith
Sandy Bolton
Selestine Pugh
Sharon Renee Williams
Sharon Shaw
Shelly Shorter
Shep Draper
Sheronda Smith
Shunta Chevis
Smori Cooper
Sondra Brooks-Whitfield
Stacie Arbor
Stephanie Pugh
Stephanie Smith
Suzanne Martin
Tamara Pollard
Tamara Rogers
Tanya Butler
Tarsha Jones, Crye-Leike Realtors
Tasha Chesser
Telesa Taylor
Teresa Peterson
Thedrick Griffin
Therese Mangold
Tonya Young
Tosha Downey
Tradinah Johnson
Tymikia & Nicholas Glenn
Tyrol & Teresa Brazzell
Valerie Fitzgerald
Vanecia Belser Kimbrow, Esq
Vanessa Conner
Velma Nelson
Veronica & Brett Batterson
Vontyna Winfrey
Will Hopkins
Wyndie Oliver
Yvon Foster
Zoe Simpson
Ensemble
A Natural Affair
Adrian Phelps
Andrea P Carter
Anne Whirley
Blues City Cultural Center
Caron Byrd
Chikeeta Numa
Dana Stith-Gray
David Richardson
Demetria Sloan
Dorothy Mayse
Douglas Campbell
Emma Crystal
Erlie Pruitt
Geoffrey Bakewell
Guy-Marcel Lilavois
Harold Williams
Jacqueline Collins
Janet Sutton
The Jingle Jam Team
Joel Johnson
Joy Doss
Juan Fuentes & Robert Thompson
Karen Brady
Karren Porter
Kathleen Gibbs
Kelvin & Collette Vaughn
Kimberly Ferguson
Kirk Boone
Laura Lemon Missionary Society of St. James AME
Church
Lillian & Bernice Family Foundation Fund
Linda Phillips
Lynette Miller
Mary Layton
Melissa Barton
Melodye Ruby
Melvin & Margaret Lee
Methodist EAP Team, in memory of Gwen
Goodwin
Miska Shaw
Mr. & Mrs. Ronald A. Walter from Marianne & Ronald Walker
Nancy Walker
Paris Ducker
Rev. Emily Matheny
Robert & Wanda Randolph
Sallie A. Boyd
Takeisha Berry Brooks
Terre Greer
Timika Sholar Mattox
Tina Milstead
Unspeakable Joy Photography
Valencia Washington
Verna Alexander
Will Hopkins
Yvonne Carroll
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