2014 Annual Gala

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22nd Annual Evening With the Stars
Awards Banquet and Holiday Gala

This spectacular event was held on December 13, 2014 and honored community members who strive to make a difference.

Nguzo Saba / 7 Principles of Kwanzaa

This Year's honorees were:

Nguzo Saba
(All 7 Principles)
Kevin Conwell City of Cleveland Councilman, Ward 9

Kuumba
(Creativity)
Vickie Trotter Entrepreneur,
Trotters Cleaners

Kujichagulia
(Self-determination)
Mary Alexander,
ASC3 Alumni Retired

Nia
(Purpose)
Ken Kovatch
Director, RET3

Ujima
(Collective Work & Responsibility)
Bill Patmon State of Ohio Representative District 10

Imani (Faith)
Rev. Larry Howard
Pastor, Greater Friendship Historic Baptist Church

Ujamaa
(Cooperative Economics)
Dr. Ellen Burt-Cooper, Improve Consulting & Training Group, LLC

Umoja (Unity)
Ed Wade Judge, Cleveland Municipal Court

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Photographs from the 2014 Gala