JM Family's Black Achievers Awards: Honoring South Florida's Unsung Heroes

Annual Black Achievers Awards

• 🏆 The Black Achievers Awards, hosted by JM Family Enterprises, recognizes outstanding individuals and a student for their community contributions.
• 📍 The event takes place at the Parker Playhouse in Fort Lauderdale, celebrating unsung heroes from Miami Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach counties.
• 🤝 JM Family, Southeast Toyota Distributors, and JM Lexus are key sponsors, with Local 10 News serving as a long-standing media sponsor.

Honorees and Their Contributions

• 🎭 In Arts and Culture, Patricia Williams and Shirley Richardson are honored for co-founding the M Ensemble Company, South Florida's longest-running African-American theater.
• 🩺 For Business and Entrepreneurism, Dr. Herman Allen is recognized for his 50+ years as a dentist, mentor, and advocate for health equity, particularly in underserved communities.
• 🏈 Community Service honoree Henry Crockett, a former NFL player, established the Crockett Foundation to uplift youth in South Florida, significantly impacting their academic and life success.
• 📚 In Education, Annie Ruth Nelson is celebrated for 30 years of teaching in Palm Beach County and her current leadership as president of the African-American Research Library and Cultural Center.

Student Scholarship and Event Inspiration

• 🎓 Rashana Lions, a graduating senior with a 4.3 GPA, receives a four-year full scholarship to Florida State University for her academic achievements and over 300 community service hours.
• 🌟 The event, now in its 33rd year, aims to inspire attendees to recognize and emulate the impactful work of the honorees.
• 🗓️ Doors open at 6:15 PM at the Parker Playhouse, with the ceremony designed to inspire from beginning to end.