The Black Culture Foundation recently announced new leadership while honoring various community advocates at its Black Rose Awards. The Board of Directors appointed the following officers: President Christen Irving, Vice President Joseph “JPash” Patrick, Secretary Aicheria Bell, Media Director Ezekiel Adelek, and Treasurer Dolores Armstead.
Bronica Martindale remains the Black Rose Committee Chair, managing the awards. Russel Ward continues as the Black Culture Parade Chair, and Vickie Davies returns as Festival Chair, overseeing festival activities and community engagement.
Honorees at the 34th Black Rose Awards included J.W. Vines Medical Society, Alton Garrett, Mars Serna, Chache Wright, Jonathon Beauregard, Alisha James, Keith Hosea, Tawon Green, Anthony Morris, and outgoing President Carl Dameron. The event took place on Saturday, September 12, at the Santos Manuel Student Union at California State University, San Bernardino.
