The Elm City Clubs of The National Association of Negro Business and Professional Women’s Clubs, Inc. ~ New Haven and Vicinity ~ Forty-SeventhAnnual Founders’ Day Awards Ceremony Sunday, April 16, 2023 2:00 p.m.
THE ELM CITY ADULT CLUB – NANBPWC, INC. P O BOX 3673 WOODBRIDGE, CT 06525 The Elm City Club Of the National Association of Negro Business and Professional Women’s Clubs, Incorporated ~Nationally Chartered in 1976~ _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ PRESIDENT Cynthia Farmer Streeter, BS, MBA FIRST VICE PRESIDENT Rosetta Washington SECOND VICE PRESIDENT Sabrina Streeter DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP Linda Jackson DIRECTOR OF EDUCATION Sabrina Streeter RECORDING SECRETARY Alberta Gibbs CORRESPONDING SECRETARY Myra Randall FINANCIAL SECRETARY Vanessa Thompson TREASURER Krista Gibbs PARLIAMENTARIAN Sondi Jackson SARGEANT AT ARMS Iva Long CHAPLAINS Winnie Dixon Vera Floyd FOUNDER/ORGANIZER Margaret S. Watley* PAST PRESIDENTS Arlene Condry* (1976-1977) Margaret S. Watley (1977-1981) * R. Lynn Burnett* (1981-1985) Winnie Dixon (1985-1989) Mary V. Reddish (1989-1993) Deborah M. Newton (1993-1995) Sondi E. Jackson (1995-1999) Doris Barber (1999-2003) Mary E. Jones (2003-2005) Tracy Johnson Russell (2005-2009) Cassandra D. Floyd (2009-2013) * Cassandra C. Lang (2013-2017) Carolyn Lyons (2017-2019) Cynthia Farmer Streeter (2019 – *-Deceased April 16, 2023 Greetings: On behalf of the Elm City Club and Elm City Youth Club of the National Association of Negro Business and Professional Women’s Cubs, Inc. I welcome you to our 47th Annual Sojourner Truth Founders’ Day Awards Ceremony. We are honored that you are joining our virtual celebration to recognize the achievements of extraordinary individuals. The Elm City Club is committed to supporting the national organization’s theme of “Moving Forward with A Purpose” as we address the needs of our community through programs of leadership, entrepreneurship, technology, and service. On Sunday, April 16, 2023, the awards ceremony is accompanied by a virtual souvenir journal with proceeds benefiting the Elm City Club Scholarships. Congratulations to our 2023 honorees, Business Award – Latasha Eaddy, Community Service Award – Women of the Village: Sharon Waddley-Stevens, Andrea Mastracchio and Margaret Gainey, Man of the Year – John Alston, MSW Scholarship Award – Tiara Walters, and especially our Elm City Youth Club Graduate – Elijah Randall. I am sincerely grateful to receive the Sojourner Truth Meritorious Service Award as a pioneering professional business woman, that has also been a champion for the community by going above and beyond to fight on the front line of social justice and change that will positively affect those in need for many decades. This Founders’ Day is exceptional and I am honored to end my term as President having stewarded the club through the pandemic, the pause of in-person events, navigating the return to the new normal, and achieving a Certificate of Program Excellence! This was accomplished over the past four years with our own Elm City Youth Club and The Greater Bridgeport Club. We consistently fulfill our commitment to NANBPWC, Inc. and celebrate 47 years of service to the Greater New Haven community. We hope you will continue to support us, and we welcome interested women and youth to join us. We accepted the challenges of the past years, persevered, and will greet the challenges of tomorrow with steadfast persistence. Sincerely, Cynthia Farmer Streeter Cynthia Farmer Streeter, BS, MBA Elm City Club President 47th Annual Sojourner Truth Founders’ Day Chair
Greetings to our guests, fellow club sisters, dignitaries, and honorees: Welcome to the 47th Founders’ Day Awards Ceremony. This is the time when we gather to celebrate the seven founders of the National Association of Negro Business and Professional Women’s Clubs, Inc. who nurtured the vision of business and professional women working together to address the problems and social ills that affect the young people of our communities. As we celebrate years of community service in New Haven and Vicinity it is only fitting that we have selected honorees that are pioneers in their own right. This year’s recipients are women and men who have reached levels of accomplishment in their business or profession while continuing to give back through their involvement as advocates in the community. I am deeply humbled to have been elected to serve as the President of the Elm City Youth Club. Thank you again for celebrating Founders’ Day with us this afternoon. Best regards, Nevaeh Simon-Burroughs Elm City Youth Club President
Lift Ev ’ry Voice and Sing Lyrics by James Weldon Johnson Verse One: Lift every voice and sing Till earth and heaven ring, Ring with the harmonies of Liberty; Let our rejoicing rise High as the listening skies, Let it resound loud as the rolling sea. Sing a song full of the faith that the dark past has taught us, Sing a song full of the hope that the present has brought us, Facing the rising sun of our new day begun Let us march on till victory is won. Verse Two: Stony the road we trod, Bitter the chastening rod, Felt in the days when hope unborn had died; Yet with a steady beat, Have not our weary feet Come to the place for which our fathers sighed? We have come over a way that with tears has been watered, We have come, treading our path through the blood of the slaughtered, Out from the gloomy past, Till now we stand at last Where the white gleam of our bright star is cast. Verse Three: God of our weary years, God of our silent tears, Thou who has brought us thus far on the way; Thou who has by Thy might Led us into the light, Keep us forever in the path, we pray. Lest our feet stray from the places, our God, where we met Thee, Lest, our hearts drunk with the wine of the world, we forget Thee; Shadowed beneath Thy hand, May we forever stand. True to our God, True to our native land. Lift Ev ’ry Voice and Sing Lyrics by James Weldon Johnson Verse One: Lift every voice and sing Till earth and heaven ring, Ring with the harmonies of Liberty; Let our rejoicing rise High as the listening skies, Let it resound loud as the rolling sea. Sing a song full of the faith that the dark past has taught us, Sing a song full of the hope that the present has brought us, Facing the rising sun of our new day begun Let us march on till victory is won. Verse Two: Stony the road we trod, Bitter the chastening rod, Felt in the days when hope unborn had died; Yet with a steady beat, Have not our weary feet Come to the place for which our fathers sighed? We have come over a way that with tears has been watered, We have come, treading our path through the blood of the slaughtered, Out from the gloomy past, Till now we stand at last Where the white gleam of our bright star is cast. Verse Three: God of our weary years, God of our silent tears, Thou who has brought us thus far on the way; Thou who has by Thy might Led us into the light, Keep us forever in the path, we pray. Lest our feet stray from the places, our God, where we met Thee, Lest, our hearts drunk with the wine of the world, we forget Thee; Shadowed beneath Thy hand, May we forever stand. True to our God, True to our native land.
The Elm City Clubs of the National Association of Negro Business and Professional Women’s Clubs, Inc. -New Haven and Vicinity- “A PROUD HISTORY” The Elm City Senior and the Elm City Youth Clubs were founded and organized in April, 1976 and received their charters in July, 1976 at the National Convention in Atlanta, Georgia. The Elm City Young Adult Club was organized in the spring of 1977 and received its charter at the 1977 National Convention in Oakland, California. Mrs. Margaret S. Watley is the founder and organizer of the Elm City Clubs. Mrs. Arlene Condry served as the first president of the Elm City Adult Club. She was unable to complete her term as president and the second vice president, Mary Wilson completed her term. SENIOR CLUB PRESIDENTS Second: Margaret Seay Watley 1977-1981 Founder/Organizer Third: R. Lynn Burnett * 1981-1985 Fourth: Winnie Dixon 1985-1989 Fifth: Mary V. Reddish 1989-1993 Sixth: Deborah A. M. Newton 1993-1995 Seventh: Sondi E. Jackson 1995-1999 Eighth: Doris Barber 1999-2003 Ninth: Mary E. Jones 2003-2005 Tenth: Tracy L. M. Johnson (Russell) 2005-2009 Eleventh: Cassandra D. Floyd 2009-2013 Twelfth: Cassandra C. Lang 2013-2017 Thirteenth: Carolyn D. Lyons 2017-2019 Fourteenth: Cynthia Farmer Streeter 2019-2023 YOUNG ADULT CLUB PRESIDENTS First: Helen Gates 1977-1978 Second: Deborah A. M. Newton 1978-1980 Third: Rose Bell Coggins 1980-1983 Fourth: Cassandra C. Lang 1993-1995 Fifth: Sondi E. Jackson 1985-1989 Sixth: Audrey D. Holmes * 1989-1991 Seventh: Cassandra D. Floyd 1991-1993 Eighth: Robin Miller 1993-1995 Ninth: Evelise Ribeiro 1995-1999 Tenth: Tracy L. M. Johnson (Russell) 1999-2001 Eleventh: Kimya Hunter Rice 2001-2004
The Elm City Clubs of the National Association of Negro Business and Professional Women’s Clubs, Inc. -New Haven and Vicinity- “A PROUD HISTORY” YOUTH CLUB PRESIDENTS First: Stephanie Few 1976-1978 Second: Zelia Lee 1978-1980 Third: Cassandra D. Floyd 1980-1984 Fourth: Yolanda McCann 1984-1985 Fifth: Stephany D. Minor 1985-1987 Sixth: Marsha Sealy 1987-1990 Seventh: Orielle Ellis 1990-1992 Eighth: Jimmika Newton 1992-1994 Ninth: Kimberly Beard 1994-1995 Tenth: Brandi Marshall 1995-1996 Chevonne Ayers 1996-1997 Rachelle Thomas 1995-1997 Eleventh: Zakiya Simon 1997-2000 Twelfth: Michelle Dixon 2000-2002 Thirteenth: Latesha Freeman 2002-2003 Fourteenth: Christina Outlaw 2003-2005 Fifteenth: Paris Taft 2012-2013 Sixteenth: Khadijah Kenion 2013-2014 Seventeenth: Arianna Taft 2014-2015 Eighteenth: Lauryn Andrews 2015-2016 Nineteenth: Alexis Liptrot 2016-2018 Twentieth: Aliyah Lewis 2018-2019 Twenty-first: Makieya Randall and Chelsea Thomas 2019-2021 Twenty-second: Leighla-Ann Lowndes 2021-2022 Twenty-third Nevaeh Simon-Burroughs 2022-2023 Since the inception of the Elm City Clubs, we have continued to provide programs to improve the quality of life for all of us in the broad areas of Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Technology, and Service (in the form of programming that addresses health issues in the community, education, employment, economic development, and women’s history). The programs we provide annual support include the New Haven Scholarship Fund, the United Negro College Fund, and local scholarship funds. In 2012 the Margaret S. Watley Scholarship Fund was established in honor of our Founder and Organizer. We have presented more than 100 scholarships to youth in the Greater New Haven community. We have 501 C3 status; therefore, contributions to our scholarship funds are tax-deductible. Our focus is helping women and children in the community is evident through our involvement with Wexler/Grant Community School, Teen Challenge, and Life Haven. We continue to engage in various activities with our senior citizens at Mountain Valley Senior Complex in the West Rock section of the city. Our Black History, Diversity, and Women’s History programs facilitate spiritual, moral, and historical education. Annually we participate in the Making Strides Against Cancer Walk that is sponsored by the American Cancer Society, The Annual Walk A Thon sponsored by the Sickle Cell Disease Association of America—Southern Connecticut, The Martin Luther King, Jr. Teen Summit on Social Justice, The Martin Luther King, Jr. Youth Conference, and the African American Women’s Summit. We are proud of our intergenerational family and our progress in just over forty years. Our numerous awards for membership and programs on a district and national level document our success and commitment. We look forward with enthusiasm to the challenges of the future. The Elm City Clubs of the National Association of Negro Business and Professional Women’s Clubs, Inc. -New Haven and Vicinity- “A PROUD HISTORY” YOUTH CLUB PRESIDENTS First: Stephanie Few 1976-1978 Second: Zelia Lee 1978-1980 Third: Cassandra D. Floyd 1980-1984 Fourth: Yolanda McCann 1984-1985 Fifth: Stephany D. Minor 1985-1987 Sixth: Marsha Sealy 1987-1990 Seventh: Orielle Ellis 1990-1992 Eighth: Jimmika Newton 1992-1994 Ninth: Kimberly Beard 1994-1995 Tenth: Brandi Marshall 1995-1996 Chevonne Ayers 1996-1997 Rachelle Thomas 1995-1997 Eleventh: Zakiya Simon 1997-2000 Twelfth: Michelle Dixon 2000-2002 Thirteenth: Latesha Freeman 2002-2003 Fourteenth: Christina Outlaw 2003-2005 Fifteenth: Paris Taft 2012-2013 Sixteenth: Khadijah Kenion 2013-2014 Seventeenth: Arianna Taft 2014-2015 Eighteenth: Lauryn Andrews 2015-2016 Nineteenth: Alexis Liptrot 2016-2018 Twentieth: Aliyah Lewis 2018-2019 Twenty-first: Makieya Randall and Chelsea Thomas 2019-2021 Twenty-second: Leighla-Ann Lowndes 2021-2022 Twenty-third Nevaeh Simon-Burroughs 2022-2023 Since the inception of the Elm City Clubs, we have continued to provide programs to improve the quality of life for all of us in the broad areas of Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Technology, and Service (in the form of programming that addresses health issues in the community, education, employment, economic development, and women’s history). The programs we provide annual support include the New Haven Scholarship Fund, the United Negro College Fund, and local scholarship funds. In 2012 the Margaret S. Watley Scholarship Fund was established in honor of our Founder and Organizer. We have presented more than 100 scholarships to youth in the Greater New Haven community. We have 501 C3 status; therefore, contributions to our scholarship funds are tax-deductible. Our focus is helping women and children in the community is evident through our involvement with Wexler/Grant Community School, Teen Challenge, and Life Haven. We continue to engage in various activities with our senior citizens at Mountain Valley Senior Complex in the West Rock section of the city. Our Black History, Diversity, and Women’s History programs facilitate spiritual, moral, and historical education. Annually we participate in the Making Strides Against Cancer Walk that is sponsored by the American Cancer Society, The Annual Walk A Thon sponsored by the Sickle Cell Disease Association of America—Southern Connecticut, The Martin Luther King, Jr. Teen Summit on Social Justice, The Martin Luther King, Jr. Youth Conference, and the African American Women’s Summit. We are proud of our intergenerational family and our progress in just over forty years. Our numerous awards for membership and programs on a district and national level document our success and commitment. We look forward with enthusiasm to the challenges of the future.
T H E E L M C I T Y A D U L T C L U B Doris Barber Jacqueline Glover Marlene Graham Michelle Harris Lushonda Howard Mary E. Jones Deborah McDonald Tammi Means Sonya D. Nelson Tonya B. Nelson Gail Patterson Robin Pitts Francesca Poole Mary Reddish Claudette Robinson-Thorpe Lisa Spruill-Stevenson Tanya Sutton Angela Thomas Rosetta Washington Lisa Willis Robin Wilson of the National Association of Negro Business and Professional Women’s Clubs, Incorporated ~ New Haven and Vicinity ~Chartered in 1976~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ O F F I C E R S ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ C y n t h i a F a r m e r S t r e e t e r P r e s i d e n t R o s e t t a W a s h i n g t o n F i r s t V i c e P r e s i d e n t S a b r i n a S t r e e t e r S e c o n d V i c e P r e s i d e n t S a b r i n a S t r e e t e r D i r e c t o r o f E d u c a t i o n L i n d a J a c k s o n D i r e c t o r o f M e m b e r s h i p V a n e s s a T h o m p s o n F i n a n c i a l S e c r e t a r y M y r a R e d d i s h - R a n d a l l C o r r e s p o n d i n g S e c r e t a r y A l b e r t a G i b b s R e c o r d i n g S e c r e t a r y K r i s t a G i b b s T r e a s u r e r G e o r g i a S i m o n L i f e M e m b e r C h a i r S o n d i J a c k s o n P a r l i a m e n t a r i a n W i n n i e D i x o n & V e r a B . F l o y d C h a p l a i n s I v a L o n g J o h n s o n S e r g e a n t a t A r m s ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ M E M B E R S ~ ~ ~ ~ ~
T H E E L M C I T Y A D U L T C L U B of the National Association of Negro Business and Professional Women’s Clubs, Incorporated ~ New Haven and Vicinity ~Chartered in 1976~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ L I F E M E M B E R S ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Doris Barber Winnie Dixon Sondi Jackson Mary Reddish Myra Reddish-Randall Georgia Simon Cynthia Farmer Streeter Tanya Sutton Angela Thomas Robin Wilson Lisa Willis
The Elm City Clubs of the National Association of Negro Business and Professional Women’s Clubs, Inc. -New Haven and Vicinity- “A PROUD HISTORY” YOUTH CLUB PRESIDENTS First: Stephanie Few 1976-1978 Second: Zelia Lee 1978-1980 Third: Cassandra D. Floyd 1980-1984 Fourth: Yolanda McCann 1984-1985 Fifth: Stephany D. Minor 1985-1987 Sixth: Marsha Sealy 1987-1990 Seventh: Orielle Ellis 1990-1992 Eighth: Jimmika Newton 1992-1994 Ninth: Kimberly Beard 1994-1995 Tenth: Brandi Marshall 1995-1996 Chevonne Ayers 1996-1997 Rachelle Thomas 1995-1997 Eleventh: Zakiya Simon 1997-2000 Twelfth: Michelle Dixon 2000-2002 Thirteenth: Latesha Freeman 2002-2003 Fourteenth: Christina Outlaw 2003-2005 Fifteenth: Paris Taft 2012-2013 Sixteenth: Khadijah Kenion 2013-2014 Seventeenth: Arianna Taft 2014-2015 Eighteenth: Lauryn Andrews 2015-2016 Nineteenth: Alexis Liptrot 2016-2018 Twentieth: Aliyah Lewis 2018-2019 Twenty-first: Makieya Randall 2019- 2021 Chelsea Thomas 2019 - 2021 Twenty-second: Leighla-Ann Lowndes 2021 - 2022 Twenty-third Nevaeh Simon-Burroughs 2022—2023 Since the inception of the Elm City Youth Club in 1976, we have continued to provide programs to improve the quality of life for all and uphold the pledge of becoming involved, constant, cooperative, enthusiastic and concerned about the problems and social ills affecting the young people our communities in the Greater New Haven Area and Vicinity. We promote the interest of business and professionalism and invest in the willing service of others. The Elm City Youth Club always participates in the national programmatic themes and fulfills all financial commitments and obligations. Yearly, the youth participate in voter education and registration with a capstone presentation on “The Importance of the Vote” often with adult clubs to understand activism. In partnership with the Elm City Adult Club, the Elm City Youth Club supports families in need with winter wear at the New Haven Firebirds Society Coat and Toy Drive community service event. As part of the Northeast District, the Elm City Youth Club consistently attends and hosts district youth workshops on-site and virtually. Specifically, the youth coordinated numerous technology workshops and STEM workshops. Recently, they co-hosted a National STEM online experience and participated in the National Youth Division Vision Board Webinar. Involvement on the local level has supported the youth in leadership development and intergenerational mentorship. Attending the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture, The Yale Peabody Museum Martin Luther King, Jr. Teen Summit on Social Justice, the Martin Luther King, Jr. Youth Conference at Wexler Grant Community School, the African American Women’s Summit Teen Summit, Health Awareness Walks, USAA Gymnastics Exhibitions, Community Food Drives, Nursing Home Visits, Black History Month Recognitions, Women’s History Programs, and the annual Elm City Adult Club Founders’ Day for over 45 years has led to our success. We look forward with enthusiasm to the challenge of the future! The Elm City Clubs of the National Association of Negro Business and Professional Women’s Clubs, Inc. -New Haven and Vicinity- “A PROUD HISTORY” YOUTH CLUB PRESIDENTS First: Stephanie Few 1976-1978 Second: Zelia Lee 1978-1980 Third: Cassandra D. Floyd 1980-1984 Fourth: Yolanda McCann 1984-1985 Fifth: Stephany D. Minor 1985-1987 Sixth: Marsha Sealy 1987-1990 Seventh: Orielle Ellis 1990-1992 Eighth: Jimmika Newton 1992-1994 Ninth: Kimberly Beard 1994-1995 Tenth: Brandi Marshall 1995-1996 Chevonne Ayers 1996-1997 Rachelle Thomas 1995-1997 Eleventh: Zakiya Simon 1997-2000 Twelfth: Michelle Dixon 2000-2002 Thirteenth: Latesha Freeman 2002-2003 Fourteenth: Christina Outlaw 2003-2005 Fifteenth: Paris Taft 2012-2013 Sixteenth: Khadijah Kenion 2013-2014 Seventeenth: Arianna Taft 2014-2015 Eighteenth: Lauryn Andrews 2015-2016 Nineteenth: Alexis Liptrot 2016-2018 Twentieth: Aliyah Lewis 2018-2019 Twenty-first: Makieya Randall 2019- 2021 Chelsea Thomas 2019 - 2021 Twenty-second: Leighla-Ann Lowndes 2021 - 2022 Twenty-third Nevaeh Simon-Burroughs 2022—2023 Since the inception of the Elm City Youth Club in 1976, we have continued to provide programs to improve the quality of life for all and uphold the pledge of becoming involved, constant, cooperative, enthusiastic and concerned about the problems and social ills affecting the young people our communities in the Greater New Haven Area and Vicinity. We promote the interest of business and professionalism and invest in the willing service of others. The Elm City Youth Club always participates in the national programmatic themes and fulfills all financial commitments and obligations. Yearly, the youth participate in voter education and registration with a capstone presentation on “The Importance of the Vote” often with adult clubs to understand activism. In partnership with the Elm City Adult Club, the Elm City Youth Club supports families in need with winter wear at the New Haven Firebirds Society Coat and Toy Drive community service event. As part of the Northeast District, the Elm City Youth Club consistently attends and hosts district youth workshops on-site and virtually. Specifically, the youth coordinated numerous technology workshops and STEM workshops. Recently, they co-hosted a National STEM online experience and participated in the National Youth Division Vision Board Webinar. Involvement on the local level has supported the youth in leadership development and intergenerational mentorship. Attending the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture, The Yale Peabody Museum Martin Luther King, Jr. Teen Summit on Social Justice, the Martin Luther King, Jr. Youth Conference at Wexler Grant Community School, the African American Women’s Summit Teen Summit, Health Awareness Walks, USAA Gymnastics Exhibitions, Community Food Drives, Nursing Home Visits, Black History Month Recognitions, Women’s History Programs, and the annual Elm City Adult Club Founders’ Day for over 45 years has led to our success. We look forward with enthusiasm to the challenge of the future!
T H E E L M C I T Y Y O U T H C L U B MaKayla Bickham Antonaisha Gavin Drew McEntire Sydney McEntire Elijah Randall Geremiah Randall Arianna Rice Christian Rice Leah Stevenson Chelsea Thomas Beta Psi Member-at-Large: Makieya Randall of the National Association of Negro Business and Professional Women’s Clubs, Incorporated ~ New Haven and Vicinity ~Chartered in 1976~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ O F F I C E R S ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ N e v a e h S i m o n - B u r r o u g h s P r e s i d e n t D e v o n L o w n d e s V i c e P r e s i d e n t N i g e l L o w n d e s T r e a s u r e r G a b r i e l l e K n o x R e c o r d i n g S e c r e t a r y ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ M E M B E R S ~ ~ ~ ~ ~
Program The Elm City Clubs 47th Annual Sojourner Truth Founders’ Day Awards Ceremony “Moving ForwardWith A Purpose” Welcome Cynthia Farmer Streeter Elm City Adult Club President Negro National Anthem Lift Ev’ry Voice and Sing Invocation Winnie Dixon and Vera Floyd Elm City Adult Club Chaplains Greetings Sherelle T. Carper National President, NANBPWC, Inc. Cynthia Farmer Streeter Elm City Adult Club President Nevaeh Simon-Burroughs Elm City Youth Club President ElmCity YouthClub Book Award Presentation Youth Club Book Award Presentation Sabrina Streeter, Elm City Club Second Vice President Presented to: Elijah Randall Margaret S.Watley Scholarship Presentation Margaret S. Watley Scholarship Presentation Sabrina Streeter, Elm City Club Director of Education Presented to: TiaraWalters Program The Elm City Clubs 47th Annual Sojourner Truth Founders’ Day Awards Ceremony “Moving ForwardWith A Purpose” Welcome Cynthia Farmer Streeter Elm City Adult Club President Negro National Anthem Lift Ev’ry Voice and Sing Invocation Winnie Dixon and Vera Floyd Elm City Adult Club Chaplains Greetings Sherelle T. Carper National President, NANBPWC, Inc. Cynthia Farmer Streeter Elm City Adult Club President Nevaeh Simon-Burroughs Elm City Youth Club President ElmCity YouthClub Book Award Presentation Youth Club Book Award Presentation Sabrina Streeter, Elm City Club Second Vice President Presented to: Elijah Randall Margaret S.Watley Scholarship Presentation Margaret S. Watley Scholarship Presentation Sabrina Streeter, Elm City Club Director of Education Presented to: TiaraWalters Program The Elm City Clubs 47th Annual Sojourner Truth Founders’ Day Awards Ceremony “Moving ForwardWith A Purpose” Welcome Cynthia Farmer Streeter Elm City Adult Club President Negro National Anthem Lift Ev’ry Voice and Sing Invocation Winnie Dixon and Vera Floyd Elm City Adult Club Chaplains Greetings Sherelle T. Carper National President, NANBPWC, Inc. Cynthia Farmer Streeter Elm City Adult Club President Nevaeh Simon-Burroughs Elm City Youth Club President ElmCity YouthClub Book Award Presentation Youth Club Book Award Presentation Sabrina Streeter, Elm City Club Second Vice President Presented to: Elijah Randall Margaret S.Watley Scholarship Presentation Margaret S. Watley Scholarship Presentation Sabrina Streeter, Elm City Club Director of Education Presented to: TiaraWalters Program The Elm City Clubs 47th Annual Sojourner Truth Founders’ Day Awards Ceremony “Moving ForwardWith A Purpose” Welcome Cynthia Farmer Streeter Elm City Adult Club President Negro National Anthem Lift Ev’ry Voice and Sing Invocation Winnie Dixon and Vera Floyd Elm City Adult Club Chaplains Greetings Sherelle T. Carper National President, NANBPWC, Inc. Cynthia Farmer Streeter Elm City Adult Club President Nevaeh Simon-Burroughs Elm City Youth Club President ElmCity YouthClub Book Award Presentation Youth Club Book Award Presentation Sabrina Streeter, Elm City Club Second Vice President Presented to: Elijah Randall Margaret S.Watley Scholarship Presentation Margaret S. Watley Scholarship Presentation Sabrina Streeter, Elm City Club Director of Education Presented to: TiaraWalters Program The Elm City Clubs 47th Annual Sojourner Truth Founders’ Day Awards Ceremony “Moving ForwardWith A Purpose” Welcome Cynthia Farmer Streeter Elm City Adult Club President Negro National Anthem Lift Ev’ry Voice and Sing Invocation Winnie Dixon and Vera Floyd Elm City Adult Club Chaplains Greetings Sherelle T. Carper National President, NANBPWC, Inc. Cynthia Farmer Streeter Elm City Adult Club President Nevaeh Simon-Burroughs Elm City Youth Club President ElmCity YouthClub Book Award Presentation Youth Club Book Award Presentation Sabrina Streeter, Elm City Club Second Vice President Presented to: Elijah Randall Margaret S.Watley Scholarship Presentation Margaret S. Watley Scholarship Presentation Sabrina Streeter, Elm City Club Director of Education Presented to: TiaraWalters Program The Elm City Clubs 47th Annual Sojourner Truth Founders’ Day Awards Ceremony “Moving ForwardWith A Purpose” Welcome Cynthia Farmer Streeter Elm City Adult Club President Negro National Anthem Lift Ev’ry Voice and Sing Invocation Winnie Dixon and Vera Floyd Elm City Adult Club Chaplains Greetings Sherelle T. Carper National President, NANBPWC, Inc. Cynthia Farmer Streeter Elm City Adult Club President Nevaeh Simon-Burroughs Elm City Youth Club President ElmCity YouthClub Book Award Presentation Youth Club Book Award Presentation Sabrina Streeter, Elm City Club Second Vice President Presented to: Elijah Randall Margaret S.Watley Scholarship Presentation Margaret S. Watley Scholarship Presentation Sabrina Streeter, Elm City Club Director of Education Presented to: TiaraWalters Program The Elm City Clubs 47th Annual Sojourner Truth Founders’ Day Awards Ceremony “Moving ForwardWith A Purpose” Welcome Cynthia Farmer Streeter Elm City Adult Club President Negro National Anthem Lift Ev’ry Voice and Sing Invocation Winnie Dixon and Vera Floyd Elm City Adult Club Chaplains Greetings Sherelle T. Carper National President, NANBPWC, Inc. Cynthia Farmer Streeter Elm City Adult Club President Nevaeh Simon-Burroughs Elm City Youth Club President ElmCity YouthClub Book Award Presentation Youth Club Book Award Presentation Sabrina Streeter, Elm City Club Second Vice President Presented to: Elijah Randall Margaret S.Watley Scholarship Presentation Margaret S. Watley Scholarship Presentation Sabrina Streeter, Elm City Club Director of Education Presented to: TiaraWalters Program The Elm City Clubs 47th Annual Sojourner Truth Founders’ Day Awards Ceremony “Moving ForwardWith A Purpose” Welcome Cynthia Farmer Streeter Elm City Adult Club President Negro National Anthem Lift Ev’ry Voice and Sing Invocation Winnie Dixon and Vera Floyd Elm City Adult Club Chaplains Greetings Sherelle T. Carper National President, NANBPWC, Inc. Cynthia Farmer Streeter Elm City Adult Club President Nevaeh Simon-Burroughs Elm City Youth Club President ElmCity YouthClub Book Award Presentation Youth Club Book Award Presentation Sabrina Streeter, Elm City Club Second Vice President Presented to: Elijah Randall Margaret S.Watley Scholarship Presentation Margaret S. Watley Scholarship Presentation Sabrina Streeter, Elm City Club Director of Education Presented to: TiaraWalters Program The Elm City Clubs 47th Annual Sojourner Truth Founders’ Day Awards Ceremony “Moving ForwardWith A Purpose” Welcome Cynthia Farmer Streeter Elm City Adult Club President Negro National Anthem Lift Ev’ry Voice and Sing Invocation Winnie Dixon and Vera Floyd Elm City Adult Club Chaplains Greetings Sherelle T. Carper National President, NANBPWC, Inc. Cynthia Farmer Streeter Elm City Adult Club President Nevaeh Simon-Burroughs Elm City Youth Club President ElmCity YouthClub Book Award Presentation Youth Club Book Award Presentation Sabrina Streeter, Elm City Club Second Vice President Presented to: Elijah Randall Margaret S.Watley Scholarship Presentation Margaret S. Watley Scholarship Presentation Sabrina Streeter, Elm City Club Director of Education Presented to: TiaraWalters
Program The Elm City Clubs 47th Annual Sojourner Truth Founders’ Day Awards Ceremony “Moving ForwardWith A Purpose” Award Presentations Latasha Eaddy Business Award Women oftheVillage SharonWaddley-Stevens, AndreaMastracchio , andMargaretGainey Community Service Award John Alston Man of the Year Award Cynthia Farmer Streeter Sojourner Truth Meritorious Service Award Closing Remarks Cynthia Farmer Streeter, President Benediction Vera Floyd & Winnie Dixon, Chaplains Program The Elm City Clubs 47th Annual Sojourner Truth Founders’ Day Awards Ceremony “Moving ForwardWith A Purpose” Welcome Cynthia Farmer Streeter Elm City Adult Club President Negro National Anthem Lift Ev’ry Voice and Sing Invocation Winnie Dixon and Vera Floyd Elm City Adult Club Chaplains Greetings Sherelle T. Carper National President, NANBPWC, Inc. Cynthia Farmer Streeter Elm City Adult Club President Nevaeh Simon-Burroughs Elm City Youth Club President ElmCity YouthClub Book Award Presentation Youth Club Book Award Presentation Sabrina Streeter, Elm City Club Second Vice President Presented to: Elijah Randall Margaret S.Watley Scholarship Presentation Margaret S. Watley Scholarship Presentation Sabrina Streeter, Elm City Club Director of Education Presented to: TiaraWalters Program The Elm City Clubs 47th Annual Sojourner Truth Founders’ Day Awards Ceremony “Moving ForwardWith A Purpose” Award Presentations Latasha Eaddy Business Award Women oftheVillage SharonWaddley-Stevens, AndreaMastracchio , andMargaretGainey Community Service Award John Alston Man of the Year Award Cynthia Farmer Streeter Sojourner Truth Meritorious Service Award Closing Remarks Cynthia Farmer Streeter, President Benediction Vera Floyd & Winnie Dixon, Chaplains Program The Elm City Clubs 47th Annual Sojourner Truth Founders’ Day Awards Ceremony “Moving ForwardWith A Purpose” Award Presentations Latasha Eaddy Business Award Women oftheVillage SharonWaddley-Stevens, AndreaMastracchio , andMargaretGainey Community Service Award John Alston Man of the Year Award Cynthia Farmer Streeter Sojourner Truth Meritorious Service Award Closing Remarks Cynthia Farmer Streeter, President Benediction Vera Floyd & Winnie Dixon, Chaplains
Dear National As soc iation of Negro Bus ines s and Profes s ional Women’ s Club Incorporated. I would l ike to formal l y thank you for generous l y awarding me with thi s book award. I’m ver y lucky to have been a par t of B&P for the las t four year s . The suppor t and care that you have shown to me and ever y other youth member i s something that I find admi rable. The ski l l s I have learned wi l l not onl y aid me in a profes s ional env i ronment, but al so in my journey as a young black man. Please know that your effor t s wi l l be forever apprec iated and thank you once again for thi s book award. Brother l y , El i jah H. Randal l Elm Cit y Youth Club Member
As I learned about these women, it made me think about my own purpose in life and what my passions are. Growing up, I’ve always wanted to be a teacher. Learning about how women in the United States had to fight for their right to be educated helped me connect to why I want to be a teacher. I know how important it is for students to see themselves in their teachers. When I was in elementary school there weren’t any teachers that looked like me. I was further inspired to teach so that there can be more black educators in our schools, connecting with and inspiring the next generation of learners. I grew up in a community where there weren’t any black and brown teachers to guide me and my classmates in the right direction. In the fifth grade, I transferred schools and saw a difference in the school environment. I walked around the school seeing people who looked just like me, went through and going through the same things as me, and much more. I grew up in the school community where I was able to have a great connection with my teachers. I had two teachers who felt like second mothers to me. I still keep in contact with them to this day. I want to be able to experience positive relationships with my future students one day. I have an overall goal of wanting to have a connection with my students that's long lasting while also giving them fundamentals that they need to be able to survive and live in life. The final impact from this educational experience was the fact that the course was taught by a black professor. Learning about women fighting for educational rights from one of the few teachers I ever had and who shared my race, cemented my desire to study education. My passion for specifically elementary education is rooted in my desire to be part of an educational system where students in my community have the opportunity to learn from people who look like them from a younger age than when I experienced this at Smith. As I look towards the future, I am excited to attend a Historically Black College or University, Spelman College, and be a part of the change I hope to continue to see. I am rooted in my desire to be part of an educational system where students in my community have the opportunity to learn from people who look like them from the very beginning of their education. In my college choice, I want to gain more than a college degree. Just as the women of the past had to fight for their right to be educated, I will use their stories as inspiration to become a powerful black teacher, educator, and one day a superintendent. I will one day become an agent of change, and make education more equitable - giving black children the opportunity to truly excel and thrive. I have been influenced by my intellectual experiences, as they have sparked my interest in my intended major of elementary education. My first meaningful experience was taking a college pre-course in the summer before my junior year at Smith College. At Smith, I chose to study Women in History. While studying these women we talked about all of their challenges and successes. A common trend that I saw while researching these women is that they all stuck to their passions and what they felt their purpose in life was. I was particularly struck by the stories of women in the 1800s and the lack of education they had access to. The fact they were uneducated prevented them from being successful and being able to pursue what they may have wanted for their futures. Margaret S. Watley Scholarship Awardee Tiara Walters
Latasha grew up in Bridgeport, CT an only child, she was raised by her mother and grandmother. Although she was a good girl and a straight A student, she faced her “first obstacle” as many would say at the tender age of 14 years old. At that time, she became pregnant during her freshman year in high school and the odds were against her but with family support and determination she was able to graduate high school ranking 4th in her class and as a licensed cosmetologist. Her focus was to create a good life for herself and her son. With entrepreneurship in her foresight, she would go on to college for accounting. At times she would find motherhood, work life and school life to be a bit challenging but she learned how to multitask. Latasha first took on the title of entrepreneur at 19 years old. She founded La Tee’s Image Beauty Salon in 1999 at 140 North Avenue, Bridgeport, CT. It served as one of the top fullservice salons in the region. After successfully operating for only 3 years, her clientele exploded and the demand for additional services was desired. Being the entrepreneur she is, she opened a second location in which she employed stylists to do braiding and blowouts. With her eyes set on relocating to capture a more diverse clientele, she opened the first ethnic salon in Milford, CT in 2006 at 342 Bridgeport Avenue. There she was in high demand for her hair weaving services and there La Tee’s Hair was born. Tired of using packaged hair from beauty supply stores, she started marketing her own line of luxury hair extensions and edge control. Providing her clients with superior customer service and luxurious hair, La Tee’s Hair has become a favorite of so many due to its high quality. She would go on to create a flat iron line, FLATLINE BY LATEE’S which will soon be offered at local beauty supply stores. Having the entrepreneur bug and believing in multiple streams of income, Latasha always had a desire to become a real estate mogul. She obtained her real estate license in 2005 and after successfully working for multiple agencies she went on to take the broker’s exam in 2012. She became one of Connecticut’s most diverse real estate brokers and opened Eaddy Associates Realty Group. She prides herself on being one of the preferred real estate brokerages in the industry. A true expert in many areas of business, her network grew, and she is now licensed in New York and Florida where she will go the distance for her clients. Taking all of the knowledge and experience in the real estate arena on February 2, 2022, she was able to buy her block at 200-206 Bridgeport Avenue, Milford, CT. She operates her multiple businesses and is a landlady to multiple tenants. Currently with her beauty industry background and real estate knowledge, she is on her way to opening the first salon suites in the Devon section of Milford, CT as “beauty row.” Latasha is committed to delivering enjoyable client experiences that result in meeting their goals and expectations. Latasha first took on the title of entrepreneur at 19 years old. She founded La Tee’s Image Beauty Salon in 1999 at 140 North Avenue, Bridgeport, CT. It served as one of the top fullservice salons in the region. After successfully operating for only 3 years, her clientele exploded and the demand for additional services was desired. Being the entrepreneur she is, she opened a second location in which she employed stylists to do braiding and blowouts. With her eyes set on relocating to capture a more diverse clientele, she opened the first ethnic salon in Milford, CT in 2006 at 342 Bridgeport Avenue. There she was in high demand for her hair weaving services and there La Tee’s Hair was born. Tired of using packaged hair from beauty supply stores, she started marketing her own line of luxury hair extensions and edge control. Providing her clients with superior customer service and luxurious hair, La Tee’s Hair has become a favorite of so many due to its high quality. She would go on to create a flat iron line, FLATLINE BY LATEE’S which will soon be offered at local beauty supply stores. Having the entrepreneur bug and believing in multiple streams of income, Latasha always had a desire to become a real estate mogul. She obtained her real estate license in 2005 and after successfully working for multiple agencies she went on to take the broker’s exam in 2012. She became one of Connecticut’s most diverse real estate brokers and opened Eaddy Associates Realty Group. She prides herself on being one of the preferred real estate brokerages in the industry. A true expert in many areas of business, her network grew, and she is now licensed in New York and Florida where she will go the distance for her clients. Taking all of the knowledge and experience in the real estate arena on February 2, 2022, she was able to buy her block at 200-206 Bridgeport Avenue, Milford, CT. She operates her multiple businesses and is a landlady to multiple tenants. Currently with her beauty industry background and real estate knowledge, she is on her way to opening the first salon suites in the Devon section of Milford, CT as “beauty row.” Latasha is committed to delivering enjoyable client experiences that result in meeting their goals and expectations. Business Award Latasha Eaddy Latasha grew up in Bridgeport, CT an only child, she was raised by her mother and grandmother. Although she was a good girl and a straight A student, she faced her “first obstacle” as many would say at the tender age of 14 years old. At that time, she became pregnant during her freshman year in high school and the odds were against her but with family support and determination she was able to graduate high school ranking 4th in her class and as a licensed cosmetologist. Her focus was to create a good life for herself and her son. With entrepreneurship in her foresight, she would go on to college for accounting. At times she would find motherhood, work life and school life to be a bit challenging but she learned how to multitask. Latasha first took on the title of entrepreneur at 19 years old. She founded La Tee’s Image Beauty Salon in 1999 at 140 North Avenue, Bridgeport, CT. It served as one of the top fullservice salons in the region. After successfully operating for only 3 years, her clientele exploded and the demand for additional services was desired. Being the entrepreneur she is, she opened a second location in which she employed stylists to do braiding and blowouts. With her eyes set on relocating to capture a more diverse clientele, she opened the first ethnic salon in Milford, CT in 2006 at 342 Bridgeport Avenue. There she was in high demand for her hair weaving services and there La Tee’s Hair was born. Tired of using packaged hair from beauty supply stores, she started marketing her own line of luxury hair extensions and edge control. Providing her clients with superior customer service and luxurious hair, La Tee’s Hair has become a favorite of so many due to its high quality. She would go on to create a flat iron line, FLATLINE BY LATEE’S which will soon be offered at local beauty supply stores. Having the entrepreneur bug and believing in multiple streams of income, Latasha always had a desire to become a real estate mogul. She obtained her real estate license in 2005 and after successfully working for multiple agencies she went on to take the broker’s exam in 2012. She became one of Connecticut’s most diverse real estate brokers and opened Eaddy Associates Realty Group. She prides herself on being one of the preferred real estate brokerages in the industry. A true expert in many areas of business, her network grew, and she is now licensed in New York and Florida where she will go the distance for her clients. Taking all of the knowledge and experience in the real estate arena on February 2, 2022, she was able to buy her block at 200-206 Bridgeport Avenue, Milford, CT. She operates her multiple businesses and is a landlady to multiple tenants. Currently with her beauty industry background and real estate knowledge, she is on her way to opening the first salon suites in the Devon section of Milford, CT as “beauty row.” Latasha is committed to delivering enjoyable client experiences that result in meeting their goals and expectations. Business Award Latasha Eaddy Latasha grew up in Bridgeport, CT an only child, she was raised by her mother and grandmother. Although she was a good girl and a straight A student, she faced her “first obstacle” as many would say at the tender age of 14 years old. At that time, she became pregnant during her freshman year in high school and the odds were against her but with family support and determination she was able to graduate high school ranking 4th in her class and as a licensed cosmetologist. Her focus was to create a good life for herself and her son. With entrepreneurship in her foresight, she would go on to college for accounting. At times she would find motherhood, work life and school life to be a bit challenging but she learned how to multitask.
WOMEN OF THE VILLAGE, a non-profit organization that has operated a weekly Food Pantry every Tuesday from 1:00p.m. -- 2:00 p.m. out of the New Haven Police Substation, located at 26 Charles Street, in the Dixwell neighborhood. WOMEN OF THE VILLAGE (WoV) has been in existence since September, 2017. This organization originated by the goodwill of three women, Sharon Waddley-Stevens, Andrea Mastracchio and Margaret Gainey. This Community Food Pantry was created to promote healthy eating habits within the underserved minority communities of New Haven. This goal is achieved by the weekly distribution of fresh fruits, vegetables, breads, grains, beans, rice and meat (and flowers – to hopefully brighten your day). WOMEN OF THE VILLAGE is ALWAYS willing to share their resources to feed as many families across the City as possible, providing food to organizations, such as the Loaves and Fishes Food Pantry, the Downtown Evening Soup Kitchen, Varrick Church Food Pantry, Apostle Immigrant Services, Upon This Rock Ministries, Dixwell/ Newhallville Senior Center, Reginald Mayo School and Beecher School. It is the purpose of the Women of the Village Food Pantry to provide nutritious options to those suffering from food insecurities. WoV focuses on the whole person by partnering with many organizations on various community projects in the New Haven area, such as the Yale Police Department with supplying food to families for the holidays, delivering fresh pre-packaged food to elderly individuals, who cannot make it to the pantry, collaborating with St. Martin de Porres Church with their Thanksgiving Basket distribution, working with the New Haven Health Department to promote free Flu Vaccine Clinics, COVID-19 testing, Back to School Supply Giveaways and supporting the Dixwell Community Management Team during its 2020 Coat Drive. Assistance is not determined by geographical area, WoV never turns anyone away due to their address. WOMEN OF THE VILLAGE, a non-profit organization that has operated a weekly Food Pantry every Tuesday from 1:00 p.m. -- 2:00 p.m. out of the New Haven Police Substation, located at 26 Charles Street, in the Dixwell neighborhood. WOMEN OF THE VILLAGE (WoV) has been in existence since September, 2017. This organization originated by the goodwill of three women, Sharon Waddley-Stevens, Andrea Mastracchio and Margaret Gainey. This Community Food Pantry was created to promote healthy eating habits within the underserved minority communities of New Haven. This goal is achieved by the weekly distribution of fresh fruits, vegetables, breads, grains, beans, rice and meat (and flowers – to hopefully brighten your day). WOMEN OF THE VILLAGE is ALWAYS willing to share their resources to feed as many families across the City as possible, providing food to organizations, such as the Loaves and Fishes Food Pantry, the Downtown Evening Soup Kitchen, Varrick Church Food Pantry, Apostle Immigrant Services, Upon This Rock Ministries, Dixwell/Newhallville Senior Center, Reginald Mayo School and Beecher School. It is the purpose of the Women of the Village Food Pantry to provide nutritious options to those suffering from food insecurities. WoV focuses on the whole person by partnering with many organizations on various community projects in the New Haven area, such as the Yale Police Department with supplying food to families for the holidays, delivering fresh pre-packaged food to elderly individuals, who cannot make it to the pantry, collaborating with St. Martin de Porres Church with their Thanksgiving Basket distribution, working with the New Haven Health Department to promote free Flu Vaccine Clinics, COVID-19 testing, Back to School Supply Giveaways and supporting the Dixwell Community Management Team during its 2020 Coat Drive. Assistance is not determined by geographical area, WoV never turns anyone away due to their address. Community Service Award Women of the Village Sharon Waddley-Stevens, Margaret Gainey, & Andrea Mastracchio Women of the Village Motto “Caring For Our Village” WOMEN OF THE VILLAGE, a non-profit organization that has operated a weekly Food Pantry every Tuesday from 1:00 p.m. -- 2:00 p.m. out of the New Haven Police Substation, located at 26 Charles Street, in the Dixwell neighborhood. WOMEN OF THE VILLAGE (WoV) has been in existence since September, 2017. This organization originated by the goodwill of three women, Sharon Waddley-Stevens, Andrea Mastracchio and Margaret Gainey. This Community Food Pantry was created to promote healthy eating habits within the underserved minority communities of New Haven. This goal is achieved by the weekly distribution of fresh fruits, vegetables, breads, grains, beans, rice and meat (and flowers – to hopefully brighten your day). WOMEN OF THE VILLAGE is ALWAYS willing to share their resources to feed as many families across the City as possible, providing food to organizations, such as the Loaves and Fishes Food Pantry, the Downtown Evening Soup Kitchen, Varrick Church Food Pantry, Apostle Immigrant Services, Upon This Rock Ministries, Dixwell/Newhallville Senior Center, Reginald Mayo School and Beecher School. It is the purpose of the Women of the Village Food Pantry to provide nutritious options to those suffering from food insecurities. WoV focuses on the whole person by partnering with many organizations on various community projects in the New Haven area, such as the Yale Police Department with supplying food to families for the holidays, delivering fresh pre-packaged food to elderly individuals, who cannot make it to the pantry, collaborating with St. Martin de Porres Church with their Thanksgiving Basket distribution, working with the New Haven Health Department to promote free Flu Vaccine Clinics, COVID-19 testing, Back to School Supply Giveaways and supporting the Dixwell Community Management Team during its 2020 Coat Drive. Assistance is not determined by geographical area, WoV never turns anyone away due to their address. Community Service Award Women of the Village Sharon Waddley-Stevens, Margaret Gainey, & Andrea Mastracchio Women of the Village Motto “Caring For Our Village” WOMEN OF THE VILLAGE, a non-profit organization that has operated a weekly Food Pantry every Tuesday from 1:00 p.m. -- 2:00 p.m. out of the New Haven Police Substation, located at 26 Charles Street, in the Dixwell neighborhood. WOMEN OF THE VILLAGE (WoV) has been in existence since September, 2017. This organization originated by the goodwill of three women, Sharon Waddley-Stevens, Andrea Mastracchio and Margaret Gainey. This Community Food Pantry was created to promote healthy eating habits within the underserved minority communities of New Haven. This goal is achieved by the weekly distribution of fresh fruits, vegetables, breads, grains, beans, rice and meat (and flowers – to hopefully brighten your day). WOMEN OF THE VILLAGE is ALWAYS willing to share their resources to feed as many families across the City as possible, providing food to organizations, such as the Loaves and Fishes Food Pantry, the Downtown Evening Soup Kitchen, Varrick Church Food Pantry, Apostle Immigrant Services, Upon This Rock Ministries, Dixwell/Newhallville Senior Center, Reginald Mayo School and Beecher School. It is the purpose of the Women of the Village Food Pantry to provide nutritious options to those suffering from food insecurities. WoV focuses on the whole person by partnering with many organizations on various community projects in the New Haven area, such as the Yale Police Department with supplying food to families for the holidays, delivering fresh pre-packaged food to elderly individuals, who cannot make it to the pantry, collaborating with St. Martin de Porres Church with their Thanksgiving Basket distribution, working with the New Haven Health Department to promote free Flu Vaccine Clinics, COVID-19 testing, Back to School Supply Giveaways and supporting the Dixwell Community Management Team during its 2020 Coat Drive. Assistance is not determined by geographical area, WoV never turns anyone away due to their address. Community Service Award Women of the Village Sharon Waddley-Stevens, Margaret Gainey, & Andrea Mastracchio Women of the Village Motto “Caring For Our Village” WOMEN OF THE VILLAGE, a non-profit organization that has operated a weekly Food Pantry every Tuesday from 1:00 p.m. -- 2:00 p.m. out of the New Haven Police Substation, located at 26 Charles Street, in the Dixwell neighborhood. WOMEN OF THE VILLAGE (WoV) has been in existence since September, 2017. This organization originated by the goodwill of three women, Sharon Waddley-Stevens, Andrea Mastracchio and Margaret Gainey. This Community Food Pantry was created to promote healthy eating habits within the underserved minority communities of New Haven. This goal is achieved by the weekly distribution of fresh fruits, vegetables, breads, grains, beans, rice and meat (and flowers – to hopefully brighten your day). WOMEN OF THE VILLAGE is ALWAYS willing to share their resources to feed as many families across the City as possible, providing food to organizations, such as the Loaves and Fishes Food Pantry, the Downtown Evening Soup Kitchen, Varrick Church Food Pantry, Apostle Immigrant Services, Upon This Rock Ministries, Dixwell/Newhallville Senior Center, Reginald Mayo School and Beecher School. It is the purpose of the Women of the Village Food Pantry to provide nutritious options to those suffering from food insecurities. WoV focuses on the whole person by partnering with many organizations on various community projects in the New Haven area, such as the Yale Police Department with supplying food to families for the holidays, delivering fresh pre-packaged food to elderly individuals, who cannot make it to the pantry, collaborating with St. Martin de Porres Church with their Thanksgiving Basket distribution, working with the New Haven Health Department to promote free Flu Vaccine Clinics, COVID-19 testing, Back to School Supply Giveaways and supporting the Dixwell Community Management Team during its 2020 Coat Drive. Assistance is not determined by geographical area, WoV never turns anyone away due to their address. Community Service Award Women of the Village Sharon Waddley-Stevens, Margaret Gainey, & Andrea Mastracchio Women of the Village Motto “Caring For Our Village” WOMEN OF THE VILLAGE, a non-profit organization that has operated a weekly Food Pantry every Tuesday from 1:00 p.m. -- 2:00 p.m. out of the New Haven Police Substation, located at 26 Charles Street, in the Dixwell neighborhood. WOMEN OF THE VILLAGE (WoV) has been in existence since September, 2017. This organization originated by the goodwill of three women, Sharon Waddley-Stevens, Andrea Mastracchio and Margaret Gainey. This Community Food Pantry was created to promote healthy eating habits within the underserved minority communities of New Haven. This goal is achieved by the weekly distribution of fresh fruits, vegetables, breads, grains, beans, rice and meat (and flowers – to hopefully brighten your day). WOMEN OF THE VILLAGE is ALWAYS willing to share their resources to feed as many families across the City as possible, providing food to organizations, such as the Loaves and Fishes Food Pantry, the Downtown Evening Soup Kitchen, Varrick Church Food Pantry, Apostle Immigrant Services, Upon This Rock Ministries, Dixwell/Newhallville Senior Center, Reginald Mayo School and Beecher School. It is the purpose of the Women of the Village Food Pantry to provide nutritious options to those suffering from food insecurities. WoV focuses on the whole person by partnering with many organizations on various community projects in the New Haven area, such as the Yale Police Department with supplying food to families for the holidays, delivering fresh pre-packaged food to elderly individuals, who cannot make it to the pantry, collaborating with St. Martin de Porres Church with their Thanksgiving Basket distribution, working with the New Haven Health Department to promote free Flu Vaccine Clinics, COVID-19 testing, Back to School Supply Giveaways and supporting the Dixwell Community Management Team during its 2020 Coat Drive. Assistance is not determined by geographical area, WoV never turns anyone away due to their address. Community Service Award Women of the Village Sharon Waddley-Stevens, Margaret Gainey, & Andrea Mastracchio Women of the Village Motto “Caring For Our Village”
John Alston is a 38-year veteran of Emergency Management. He is a Maxwell Leadership Certified Speaker, Executive Coach, Trainer and Behavioral Analyst. He came to the Maxwell Team with over 30 years of experience as a trainer. As a First Responder to the World Trade Center, on September 11, 2001, John witnessed leadership and courage on a grand scale which impacted his life forever. For the last six years, John has served as the Fire Chief of the New Haven Fire Department. John is a retired member of the Jersey City Fire Department, with over 31 years there. As a former Master Instructor for the International Association of Fire Fighters, John trained hundreds of firefighters, fire officers and first responders around the nation. He is a certified Instructor-Trainer through the National Fire Academy and the American Red Cross. He is the former Operations Director and Chair of Curriculum for the Carl Holmes Executive Development Institute where he trained and coached hundreds of Emergency Management Officers to become Executive Officers. John has been blessed to travel and train all over the world. John is, currently, the Executive Director of the Fire Officer Trust where he coaches First Responders, Law Enforcement Officers and Emergency Management Leaders in their command roles and responsibilities during large-scale emergencies. Over the last several years, his services have extended to the Private Sector, other Agencies, Organizations, Leaders, and Managers to aid and support their personal and professional growth. John is a frequent keynote speaker and panelist on a wide variety of topics, from Effective Communication, Leadership and Emergency Management to Response to the Opioid Crisis. In the arena of leadership, Alston sets himself apart, by focusing on people, before the problem. For the last six years, John has served as the Fire Chief of the New Haven Fire Department. John is a retired member of the Jersey City Fire Department, with over 31 years there. As a former Master Instructor for the International Association of Fire Fighters, John trained hundreds of firefighters, fire officers and first responders around the nation. He is a certified Instructor-Trainer through the National Fire Academy and the American Red Cross. He is the former Operations Director and Chair of Curriculum for the Carl Holmes Executive Development Institute where he trained and coached hundreds of Emergency Management Officers to become Executive Officers. John has been blessed to travel and train all over the world. John is, currently, the Executive Director of the Fire Officer Trust where he coaches First Responders, Law Enforcement Officers and Emergency Management Leaders in their command roles and responsibilities during large-scale emergencies. Over the last several years, his services have extended to the Private Sector, other Agencies, Organizations, Leaders, and Managers to aid and support their personal and professional growth. John is a frequent keynote speaker and panelist on a wide variety of topics, from Effective Communication, Leadership and Emergency Management to Response to the Opioid Crisis. In the arena of leadership, Alston sets himself apart, by focusing on people, before the problem. John Alston is a 38-year veteran of Emergency Management. He is a Maxwell Leadership Certified Speaker, Executive Coach, Trainer and Behavioral Analyst. He came to the Maxwell Team with over 30 years of experience as a trainer. As a First Responder to the World Trade Center, on September 11, 2001, John witnessed leadership and courage on a grand scale which impacted his life forever. Man of the Year John Alston For the last six years, John has served as the Fire Chief of the New Haven Fire Department. John is a retired member of the Jersey City Fire Department, with over 31 years there. As a former Master Instructor for the International Association of Fire Fighters, John trained hundreds of firefighters, fire officers and first responders around the nation. He is a certified Instructor-Trainer through the National Fire Academy and the American Red Cross. He is the former Operations Director and Chair of Curriculum for the Carl Holmes Executive Development Institute where he trained and coached hundreds of Emergency Management Officers to become Executive Officers. John has been blessed to travel and train all over the world. John is, currently, the Executive Director of the Fire Officer Trust where he coaches First Responders, Law Enforcement Officers and Emergency Management Leaders in their command roles and responsibilities during large-scale emergencies. Over the last several years, his services have extended to the Private Sector, other Agencies, Organizations, Leaders, and Managers to aid and support their personal and professional growth. John is a frequent keynote speaker and panelist on a wide variety of topics, from Effective Communication, Leadership and Emergency Management to Response to the Opioid Crisis. In the arena of leadership, Alston sets himself apart, by focusing on people, before the problem. John Alston is a 38-year veteran of Emergency Management. He is a Maxwell Leadership Certified Speaker, Executive Coach, Trainer and Behavioral Analyst. He came to the Maxwell Team with over 30 years of experience as a trainer. As a First Responder to the World Trade Center, on September 11, 2001, John witnessed leadership and courage on a grand scale which impacted his life forever. Man of the Year John Alston
Sojourner Truth was born a slave but when she was freed at the age of 31 she responded to God's call to do greater works. Although born in the 1790's she could easily have been a woman of the 21st century. She was a networker, an activist and a courageous leader. She respected education, even though she could neither read nor write. Her religious beliefs sustained her in all the challenges she faced and it was in the religious community that she first gained distinction and fame. Sojourner Truth National Meritorious Service Award This award is the highest honor bestowed by our organization. It is a reminder of the endless effort which freedom demands of those who would be free. Our honoree has been chosen for the manner in which her life and her accomplishments parallel those of Sojourner Truth.
Sojourner Truth National Meritorious Service Award Cynthia Farmer Streeter Cynthia Farmer Streeter is a woman in the community who has lived a life parallel to our matron saint, Sojourner Truth. The description of the Sojourner Truth Meritorious Service Award states that she has not only been a pioneer in her business or profession, but she has also been a champion for the community by going above and beyond to fight on the front line of social justice and change that will positively affect those in need. For forty years with Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. in Massachusetts, Philadelphia, PA and New Haven, CT, her unending commitment to community service is immeasurable. Cynthia has consistently served on committees locally and regionally. She has been an officer in the sorority in many positions, including two years as the youngest President of New Haven Alumnae. To only name a few, some of her instrumental service opportunities were Alcohol, Drug Abuse and AIDS Community Education (ADACE) workshops with high school students, Delta Academy and GEMs, Reading Programs in the schools, Habitat for Humanity, Holiday Family Food and Gifts, Fundraisers, and Scholarships. Her dedicated commitment in New Haven Alumnae included economic, educational, international, political awareness, with physical and mental health involvement in New Haven County and across the state of Connecticut.
For nearly 10 years with The Elm City Club of the National Association of Negro Business and Professional Women’s Clubs, Inc., Cynthia has served the Greater New Haven community and vicinity. She is especially proud to have joined the club as a Youth Advisor with her daughter Sabrina joining the Elm City Youth Club. She has served the club and community particularly within the focus of leadership, entrepreneurship, technology, service, health, education, and economic development. As a member of both organizations, Cynthia led the African American Women’s Summit as a Committee Leader, Co-Chair, and Tri-Chair for over a decade. This sister’s collaborative provides yearly education and service to the New Haven, CT community. Another service organization Cynthia devoted many years to was the Yale Peabody Museum of Natural History. She was a member of the volunteer council, bringing the museum out to the community through Peabody on the Road. She was part of every museum community event in the fall and spring. During the winter she helped plan the annual MLK Social Justice Conference and created an all-inclusive broad county social justice teen summit within the conference. In closing, Cynthia is a professional trailblazer within the pharmaceutical industry. She has been in medical specialty sales for almost forty years, being at the front lines of interactions with health care providers, patients, and medical facilities. She has brought to market many new and existing products for disease states that address the needs of cardiology, rheumatology, cancer, diabetes, arthritis, allergies, asthma, mental illness, migraines, movement disorders, epilepsy, and infectious diseases. She is an award winning sales specialist, product lead, field trainer, product launch trainer, and managed as many as six states of accounts, clinics, and hospitals. She also enjoyed being an adjunct faculty lecturer for ten years teaching International Business and Marketing to BS and MBA students. She supports many health and service community organizations above and beyond her profession. They include the American Cancer Society, American Parkinson Disease Association of Connecticut, Epilepsy Foundation of Connecticut, Epilepsy Foundation of New England, Habitat for Humanity, Harlem Fine Arts, National Association of Mental Illness of Connecticut, and the United Negro College Fund. Cynthia is a supporter of the Arts, International Cultural Exchange, Music, and Theater. For over fifty years, Cynthia Farmer Streeter has lived an unending commitment to community service and social justice.
To My Grandson, My Handsome Elijah Henry Randall CONGRATULATIONS!!! You have reached a great milestone in your life…graduating from HighSchool. Your leadership, kindness and caring qualities that you possess will guide you to walk in your purpose in any career of your choice. My immense love and respect for you have continued to overflow my heart as I’ve watched you grow into the wonderful young man you are today. I could not be prouder to have you as a grandson. One of my greatest joys and honor is to be such an important part of your life. I do not take that responsibility lightly. Continue to be true to yourself and walk in the footsteps of your namesake – your grandfather Henry….I assure you it will guide you in the right direction. Whatever your future endeavors may be, I will support you and be one of your biggest champions in all you do! LOVE AND PRIDE GRANDMA, MARY V. REDDISH
Elijah Henry Randall My son … My Lij It is almost unfathomable to me that you are a Senior and about to graduate High School! Time has truly been a thief as it seems like just yesterday you were still My little Lij. Yet here we are and I am so very proud of you! There aren’t enough words to tell you how much but always remember that I am. I have been blessed to be your mom; to watch you overcome so many obstacles and obtain accomplishments that seemed unreachable. Your growth into becoming the young man you are has not been an easy journey but you have remained determined, constant and true to you. As this path called life continues, always remember that I will forever be a constant driving force behind you and your biggest fan followed closely by your siblings. Being the middle child is not an easy task – you are often just that….in the middle. The younger brother to Makieya and the older brother to Geremiah - irreplaceable in both their lives. Iray this bond remains constant as you all transition into young adulthood. Your love of the outdoors is refreshing….one of the many traits that shows how you maintain the legacy and walk in the footsteps as the namesake to your grandfather Henry. Continue to follow your path and set the goals that will allow you to remain constant in your chosen journey. I Love You Forever and A Day! Mommy Elijah, I hope you enjoy what the real world has to offer. Love Sis Elijah, Aren't you glad you couldn't send me back?! Love Kid
Congratulations ! President Cynthia Farmer Streeter Sojourner Truth Meritorious Service Award Congratulations! Elijah Randall Elm City Youth Club Book Award Sisterly, Vera Floyd Congratulations President Cynthia on receiving the Sojourner Truth Meritorious Service Award! We in B&P love you for all you do in our Community and NANBPWC, Inc. God bless you as you continue to bless others!! Always, Winnie Dixon & Mary Reddish
Congratulations!!! Cynthia Farmer Streeter Sojourner Truth Meritorious Service Award Love, Sabrina Streeter E LIJAH RANDAL L E LIJAH RANDAL L Congrats! Congrats! From, Elm City Youth Club From, Elm City Youth Club Congratulations Elm City Club on our 47th Annual Founders' Day! Linda Jackson Director of Membership
Cynthia Farmer Streeter Sojourner Truth Meritorious Service Award Congratulations Thank You Cynthia Farmer Streeter for all your hard work and dedication to the Elm City Youth Club! From, Elm City Youth Club
Judge Robin Wilson Thank you Judge Robin Wilson for all your dedication, leadership, and generous donations to the Elm City Youth Club! From, Elm City Youth Club
Winnie Dixon Elm City Club President 1985-1989 Roses of Appreciation For Your Commitment & Dedication With Sincere Gratitude, Cynthia Farmer Streeter, BS, MBA Elm City Club President 2019 ~ 2023 Roses of Appreciation For Your Commitment & Dedication With Sincere Gratitude, Cynthia Farmer Streeter, BS, MBA Elm City Club President 2019 ~ 2023 Roses of Appreciation For Your Commitment & Dedication With Sincere Gratitude, Cynthia Farmer Streeter, BS, MBA Elm City Club President 2019 ~ 2023 Roses of Appreciation For Your Commitment & Dedication With Sincere Gratitude, Cynthia Farmer Streeter, BS, MBA Elm City Club President 2019 ~ 2023 Mary Reddish Elm City Club President 1989-1993
Sondi Jackson Elm City Club President 1995-1999 Roses of Appreciation For Your Commitment & Dedication With Sincere Gratitude, Cynthia Farmer Streeter, BS, MBA Elm City Club President 2019 ~ 2023 Roses of Appreciation For Your Commitment & Dedication With Sincere Gratitude, Cynthia Farmer Streeter, BS, MBA Elm City Club President 2019 ~ 2023 Roses of Appreciation For Your Commitment & Dedication With Sincere Gratitude, Cynthia Farmer Streeter, BS, MBA Elm City Club President 2019 ~ 2023 Roses of Appreciation For Your Commitment & Dedication With Sincere Gratitude, Cynthia Farmer Streeter, BS, MBA Elm City Club President 2019 ~ 2023 Doris Barber Elm City Club President 1999-2003
Mary Jones Elm City Club President 2003-2005 Roses of Appreciation For Your Commitment & Dedication With Sincere Gratitude, Cynthia Farmer Streeter, BS, MBA Elm City Club President 2019 ~ 2023 Roses of Appreciation For Your Commitment & Dedication With Sincere Gratitude, Cynthia Farmer Streeter, BS, MBA Elm City Club President 2019 ~ 2023 Roses of Appreciation For Your Commitment & Dedication With Sincere Gratitude, Cynthia Farmer Streeter, BS, MBA Elm City Club President 2019 ~ 2023 Roses of Appreciation For Your Commitment & Dedication With Sincere Gratitude, Cynthia Farmer Streeter, BS, MBA Elm City Club President 2019 ~ 2023 Cassandra Floyd Elm City Club President 2009-2013
Cassandra Lang Elm City Club President 2013-2017 Roses of Appreciation For Your Commitment & Dedication With Sincere Gratitude, Cynthia Farmer Streeter, BS, MBA Elm City Club President 2019 ~ 2023 Roses of Appreciation For Your Commitment & Dedication With Sincere Gratitude, Cynthia Farmer Streeter, BS, MBA Elm City Club President 2019 ~ 2023 Roses of Appreciation For Your Commitment & Dedication With Sincere Gratitude, Cynthia Farmer Streeter, BS, MBA Elm City Club President 2019 ~ 2023 Roses of Appreciation For Your Commitment & Dedication With Sincere Gratitude, Cynthia Farmer Streeter, BS, MBA Elm City Club President 2019 ~ 2023 Vera Floyd Elm City Club Member Since 1977
Ladies of all ages from New Haven & Vicinity interested in business, professionalism, and sisterhood are welcome to join! Contact us at [email protected] New Members Welcome! Elm City Adult Club “Moving Forward With A Purpose” Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Technology, Service Health, Education, Employment, and Economic Development NANBPWC, Inc.’s mission is to promote and protect the interests of African American business and professional women; to serve as a bridge for young people seeking to enter business and the professions; to improve the quality of life in the local and global communities; and to foster good fellowship.
New Members Welcome! Elm City Youth Club New Members Welcome! Elm City Youth Club Elm City Youth Club focuses on Community Service, Leadership, Involvement, Mentorship, Activism, Technology, Education, STEAM, and Mental Health Awareness. Youth between the ages of 12 to 18 connect with clubs across the state, district, and country! As many of our youth are required to document service hours, any participation with the ECYC can count towards their required hours (i.e. meetings, community service events, fundraisers). The ECYC dues are $20 per youth with concurrent family applications at $15 and $10 as we recognize families register more than one youth. Request an application by emailing us at [email protected]
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