The Gala will bring together esteemed guests, dignitaries, and influencers to recognize and celebrate the positive change-makers who have helped shape the fabric of Chicago. This prestigious Awards Gala and Fundraiser promises to be an unforgettable evening featuring a formal awards ceremony, live entertainment, and networking opportunities.
President Executive Director of the National A. Philip Randolph Pullman Porter Museum
Rashida Jones
Mother Of The Year
Gil Walker
Father of Midnight Basketball
Pastor John F. Hannah
New Covenant Church Southeast
Dr. Carol Collum
Executive Director, True Believers Community Connection
Yolanda Androzzo
Executive Director, One Aim
Pastor Jarvis J.Hanson
New Nazareth Baptist Church
Marcus Spencer
Executive Director & Coach Chi Prep Sports Academy
Pastor Lawrence Henderson
Vibe Church & LH Restaurant Group
Principal Kyera Bradley
North Lawndale College Prep HS
Marie Sainvilus-Miles
Chief Of Staff North Lawndale College Prep
Pastor Gerald Smith
PEACE WARRIORS & NORTH LAWNDALE COLLEGE PREP HS
Gil Walker
FATHER OF MIDNIGHT BASKETBALL
Danny K Davis
Congressman
Lashawn K. Ford
State Rep
ABOUT BOOKS OVER BALLS
Books Over Balls (B.O.B.)Â
is committed to positively changing the lives of youth in Chicago and has been recognized by special invitation to the White House under the Barack Obama Administration, as well as the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), for our non-violence, educational, and community initiatives that create better neighborhoods, a better community, and a better Chicago.
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