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Join Councilman Michael Johnson for Neighborhood Walk, Food and Fun
**Bring Sunscreen and Comfortable Shoes**
DATE: July 18
TIME: 8 AM
LOCATION: R.H. Hamilton American Legion Post 65, 1624 E. Broadway Road, Phoenix
Breakfast, lunch and water provided for volunteers!
Bring family and friends - RSVP NOW!
If you have any questions, contact call (602) 265-7324 or email wendy@mikejohnsonaz.org.
The Heart & Soul team of Tanner Community Development Corporation (TCDC) and Black Nurses Association-Greater Phoenix Area (BNA) would like to invite you to a cardiovascular and lung workout that starts with a 7 AM walk from Sabis International High School (1903 E. Roeser Road, Phoenix) to the Garden of Tomorrow (18th St. & Broadway Road, Phoenix) and concludes at 10 AM with activities in the garden.
Please read the flyer below for more information.
Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church in Phoenix is hosting its 2009 Singles Ministry Conference on July 24-26.
The 2009 Conference Theme:
Your Character Depicts Your Position; Are You An Imposter For Christ? It is derived out of asking ourselves who do you really stand for (Christ or Satan)? And, are you living for whom you stand for?
The purpose of the Singles’ Ministry is to provide an opportunity for Singles to develop spiritual growth through biblical teaching and practical principles in their walk. The ministry is focused on meeting the needs of single individuals that challenge and confront the issues of today's society. The ministry emphasizes this through Bible study, prayer, social events, evangelism, and faith–based relationship development.
Please visit the Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church Singles’ Ministry page for more information.
Only Arizona station to operate 24/7 gospel music and Christian programming
Gospel 860 AM Radio is in its fifth month of business and still going strong. The radio station is the only radio outlet in the Phoenix metropolitan area to provide gospel music and Christian programming 24 hours a day, seven days a week. It has attracted thousands of listeners not only in the Valley of the Sun but have also drawn listeners from large metropolitan cities such as: Chicago, Pittsburgh, Los Angeles, Milwaukee, Dallas, San Francisco and Denver.
Gospel 860 AM caters to a broad range tastes with a variety of gospel music styles, including traditional, contemporary, urban, hip hop, smooth jazz/instrumental and oldies. Current programming also includes weather and traffic reports. Hosted on KMVP, Gospel 860 AM is supplemented by its two Internet channels, www.gospel860.com and blog site www.gospel860.wordpress.com, where listeners can also tune in the live radio broadcast or listen to CDs on demand.
“The need for this type of programming in the Valley of the Sun is profound, and never more so than in these times of economic and social crises,” said Minister Louis
W. Bland, radio host personality and general manager of Gospel 860 AM, and president of Henri-Delta Company, LLC, a Christian-based business.
“This is ministry in motion,” Bland continued. “Gospel 860 AM will be like a river running through the desert, helping to quench the thirst of so many who need encouragement. We feel enormously blessed that God is using us as His vessel to meet this need.”
Bland said Henri-Delta’s vision is to use the station as a launch pad to meet spiritual, emotional and material needs in the community. Gospel 860 AM’s format in the near future will consist of:
The station also will feature community announcements, spots on health and wellness, weekend church ministry segments, as well as Christian education and sports programming.
Henri-Delta‘s plans also include Christian-themed concerts, theater promotion and charitable endeavors.
About Henri-Delta Company, LLC
Henri-Delta Company, LLC is a privately owned Christian-based business and sole proprietor of the Gospel 860 enterprise.
The Greater Phoenix Black Chamber of Commerce offers a wide variety of benefits for entrepreneurs and business leaders including networking opportunities, referrals, mentorships, advice on research and increased visibility in the community.
In September, the Greater Phoenix Black Chamber of Commerce is hosting:
2nd Annual - STATE OF THE CHAMBER ADDRESS
September 25
5–9 PM
Hosted by:
Hyatt Regency (Downtown Phoenix)
RSVP IS REQUIRED:
info@phoenixblackchamber.com
Highlights include:
For more information on registration or exhibitor space, please call 602-307-5200 or visit phoenixblackchamber.com.
The Greater Phoenix Black Chamber of Commerce offers a wide variety of benefits for entrepreneurs and business leaders including networking opportunities, referrals, mentorships, advice on research and increased visibility in the community.
The Greater Phoenix Black Chamber of Commerce is hosting several events in July and August to help members network, socialize and learn from each other.
July
Evening Networking Event
Friday, July 31
4–7 PM
Hosted by:
Kincaid’s, 2 South Third Street, downtown Phoenix
Cost:
FREE for Members - $10 for Guests
RSVP IS REQUIRED:
info@phoenixblackchamber.com
August
Networking Breakfast
Thursday, August 13
7–9 AM
Hosted by:
Dial Henkel of America, 19001 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale
Cost:
FREE for Members - $10 for Guests
RSVP IS REQUIRED:
info@phoenixblackchamber.com
Please visit phoenixblackchamber.com for more information on this dynamic organization.
The PHOENIXQUES AND SCOTTSDALESIGMAS invite you and your family to an Old School Skate Network at Rolleros Family Skate Center, 7318 W. Indian School Road, Phoenix.
July 12
4:30 - 6 PM
For more information, see flyer below or contact (480) 907-5112 or (602) 363-0783.
Presented by Neutral Zones of America, Charity Game Benefits Valley Youth and Former Student-Athletes
On August 30 at 12 PM, the biggest rivals in our state, Arizona State University and the University of Arizona, will have the ultimate rematch in the 1st Annual Alumni Classic Basketball Game at US Airways Center in downtown Phoenix.
Bringing alumni and former athletes from both universities together, the teams will square off in what is sure to be the biggest game of the year.
Fans are encouraged to wear their school colors and cheer on the Sun Devils and Wildcats, as they fight for new bragging rights. The first 1,500 fans will also receive a gift bag along with a free ticket to an upcoming Phoenix Mercury game.
Various players will also be available for a post-game autograph signing. The teams will be comprised of some of the most memorable athletes to ever play at both universities, including the following, with many more to be announced soon.
ASUFor more information or to purchase tickets ($15 for general admission), visit www.alumniclassic.com.
Editor's Note: PhxSoul.com congratulates Ed Sharpe for receiving this honor. He has been a great friend and supporter of this Website and the Valley's black community. His coverage of the 2008 Arizona Black Expo was top-notch!
The Arizona Association of Black Journalists is pleased to announce Ed Sharpe of the Glendale Daily Planet as winner of the third-annual Arizona Media Diversity Awards Contest.
AABJ honors Sharpe for a collection of stories including a visit to Glendale by acclaimed poet Nikki Giovanni, coverage of the city’s first Arab American Festival and the 2008 Arizona Black Expo. Sharpe entered his work in the online/new media category.
“We’d like to salute Ed Sharpe and the Daily Planet for not only the quality but volume of his submissions,” AABJ President Weldon Johnson said. “Ed has demonstrated a commitment to showcasing the diversity of experiences of Glendale’s residents. He has also exhibited a great enthusiasm for concept of community journalism and telling the stories of all of the people of Glendale.”
This is Sharpe’s second Arizona Media Diversity Award.
Entries were judged on displaying the fundamental elements of journalism while reflecting the spirit of diversity in content and subject matter.
About AABJ: The Arizona Association of Black Journalists - www.azblackjournalists.org - is an affiliate chapter of the National Association of Black Journalists. Founded in 1995, AABJ is dedicated to fostering opportunities for professional and aspiring journalists through various programs and scholarships.
Just starting out? Want a change in careers? Are you interested in highway construction?
The Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) is looking for participants who want to explore the construction trades. The Pre-Apprenticeship Training class is designed to help people new to the construction industry choose their best career path. It will also help ensure that applicants meet or exceed the minimum qualifications for the registered apprenticeship or training program of your choice.
This free class is financed by the Federal Highway Administration and managed by Arizona Department of Transportation. Students will participate in hands-on activities and skill building. Included in the class is training for OSHA 10, Flagging certification, and Red Cross/CPR.
You will not leave the class a journeyworker in any craft, but you will be able to select the craft most suited to your interests.
If you are the hands-on type, like working out of doors, and want a high-paying career with unlimited possibilities, give this class a try. You must be at least 18 years old to participate, but there is no upper age limit. A high school diploma or GED is not required, but the lack will limit your employment possibilities.
You can only apply at http://www.azdot.gov/Applications/Registration/Civil_Rights/Application.asp
It's official - Phoenix City Councilman Michael Johnson has submitted a sufficient number of valid signatures on his nominating petitions and his campaign is underway.
"I'd like to thank everyone who circulated and signed my petitions," Johnson said. "Now we can get started on the work before us - a strong, grassroots campaign that addresses the serious issues we face. I'm really looking forward to sharing my vision for District 8."
Councilman Johnson, a two-term incumbent, represents District 8 which includes parts of downtown and a large part of south Phoenix. A former Phoenix police officer, Detective of the Year, and winner of the NAACP's Roy Wilkins Award, Johnson said protecting essential services during the budget crisis, supporting and developing local businesses and protecting and strengthening neighborhoods are his priorities.
"I know these are difficult economic times," Johnson said, "but we also have an opportunity to emerge even stronger. I'm optimistic we can protect our most vulnerable residents, help new local businesses grow and thrive and make sure our neighborhoods are safe places to raise families."
Johnson said he will be meeting with as many voters as possible, walking neighborhoods, working with volunteers and getting his message to the voters in a variety of ways in the near future.
"I'm excited, I'm optimistic and I'm ready to get started," Johnson said.
Anyone interested in finding out more about Johnson's campaign or wanting to volunteer or contribute is encouraged to visit www.mikejohnsonaz.org.
You may not like the fact that I'm saying this but I have to admit that I haven't been the biggest fan of Rev. Al Sharpton over the years!
Yes, I understand he has been a pivotal figure in the fight for civil rights for the last four or five decades. Without his contributions, I probably wouldn't have the freedom to own PhxSoul.com and say what's on my mind. I completely respect him for his bravery and his willingness to stand up for our rights.
However, I haven't been a fan of the manner in which he serves as one of America's black leaders. He's been loud, boisterous, overbearing and in some cases, he's stood up for people who made him look bad in the end (Tawana Brawley)!
But today, Rev. Al Sharpton made me realize something - he is a smart businessman! You should have seen all of the media that converged on the Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church Gymnasium this morning in Phoenix (June 19)! He is a polarizing personality and he knows how to capitalize on his "brand!"
As he spoke to the crowd, I paid attention to the reaction of the crowd and the messages he was conveying. He really got people riled up!
The majority of the attendees were Latino because Rev. Sharpton came to Phoenix to help local politicans and organizations "lobby" for immigration reform. During his speech, Sharpton talked about Section 287(g) of the Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act (IIRAIRA) which basically allows law enforcement to get away with racial profiling!
Section 287(g) has allowed Maricopa County Sheriff Joe Arpaio to make life miserable for Latinos here! Section 287(g) gives his deputies the authority to detain people based on their color! His deputies have raided entire neighborhoods! Remember Arpaio's raids on Guadalupe and Mesa?
That kind of racial profiling is completely unfair and reminds me of the Jim Crow era and all the injustices that our forefathers endured! Rev. Sharpton is absolutely right ... African Americans and Latinos should be working together to stop racial profiling and enact immigration reform.
Rev. Sharpton said all the right things today but I had to wonder ... why is he REALLY here?!
Is he REALLY here to fight for Latinos or is REALLY here to stay relevant?
No doubt, Rev. Sharpton is a civil rights crusader! He earns his living off divisiveness and racism! And Arizona is a hotbed of divisiveness and racism!
Illegal immigration is a major issue in America that won't see a resolution anytime soon!
If Rev. Sharpton can become of the major faces in the fight for immigration reform, he'll have a job for the rest of his life!
You can't tell me that Rev. Sharpton doesn't have a business interest here! And the fact that he's going to have a "showdown" on television with Arpaio makes me even more curious about his motives!
PhxSoul.com readers - what do you think about Rev. Sharpton's visit to Phoenix area? Is he here for the right reasons? Do you feel that more African Americans should help Latinos fight for their civil rights? Click on the Comments link below to share your thoughts!
Back Pack Giveaway Event on July 18 from 8-10 AM at the South Mountain Community Center, 212 E. Alta Vista Road, Phoenix.
Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc - Phoenix Alumni Chapter invites the community for an evening of wine tasting and socializing at the "Network with the Nupes Remix" on July 16 at 5:30 PM at 1130 Restaurant & Lounge, 455 N. 3rd St. (inside the Arizona Center), Phoenix
Mingle with business professionals, fraternal groups, community leaders and individuals who are new to the Phoenix metro area.
The event is free and you do not have to be a Greek to attend.
Please visit phoenixkappas.org for more information about the Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc - Phoenix Alumni Chapter.
University Public Schools, an affiliate of Arizona State University, will be opening a tuition-free public charter school this school year in downtown Phoenix on the southeast corner of Fillmore and 7th Street.
They presently have openings for K-6 students and would like to close enrollment by June 26.
Please click on the link or flyer below to learn more about the school:
http://universitypublicschools.asu.edu/schools/upsphx/index.html
This gathering is thrown yearly to recognize the spring graduates and to show gratitude to the past and present Gamma Iota initiates.
The event will be held on July 11 from 3-8 P.M. at Kiwanis Park (Fiesta Pod B and D), 6111 S. All America Way, Tempe.
The BBQ is for, but not limited, to all members of Kappa Alpha Psi as well as other Greeks and non-Greeks alike.
The Kappas will be serving food hot off the grill and for non-Kappamen there will be a $3 plate charge or $10 will feed you for the entire BBQ. There will be plenty of food, music and fun and if you missed out last year you definitely don't want to miss out this year.
Also, the Kappas will be accepting donations at the event to keep the chapter thriving and to assist in the continuation of our successful endeavors.
Valleywide, AZ - July 1-31, 2009: MrH Consulting is collecting school supplies to help Valley schools by providing some of the materials that the students or the school would not be able to provide for the upcoming school year.
Any type of school supply is welcome and very much needed. We will accept new and gently used items such as; pens, pencils, back packs and shoulder bags, tissue boxes, paper towel, school uniforms, glue, rulers and markers/crayons/color pencils ... as well as anything else that you can think of.
Donations will be accepted for the entire month of July. Please mail all material donations to the address below:
MrH Consulting
Mia Hillery
P.O. Box 31662
Mesa, AZ 85275
Monetary donations also accepted through PayPal.com using the email address - mrhillery@gmail.com.
MrH Consulting is a company that provides Project Management services. Event Planning and Meeting Planning, Vacation/Travel Coordination, Personal Assisting/Image Consulting, Party Rentals and Personalized Gifting services available.
The ASU Black Alumni Association (ASUBA) is hosting a mixer at Su Vino Winery, 7035 E. Main Street, Suite 110, Scottsdale, on July 11 at 6 PM.
The ASUBA Mixer aims to give Sun Devils the opportunity to network and mingle with other graduates. A large portion of the night's generated sales will go toward the ASUBA Scholarship Fund.
The ASUBA's goal is to provide a scholarship for one current African American student each semester.
Feel free to bring a friend and a business card!
Sun Devils - maximize your networking and build your alumni community!!
Click HERE to learn more about the ASU Black Alumni Association!
07:30 PM
Celebrity Theatre
Visit www.celebritytheatre.com for more info on upcoming concerts. The Celebrity Theatre is a legendary venue for R&B, soul, hip-hop, jazz artists and comedians. I saw my first-ever concert there - New Edition - when I was just 10 years old!
Upcoming Acts of Interest
7/31 - Sommore
8/8 - Bell Biv Devoe and En Vogue
10/2 - Pitbull
11/29 - B.B. King
The Celebrity Theatre is located at 440 N. 32nd St., Phoenix.
Peace Tour/Block Party
Presented By: Councilman Michael Johnson, B.E.A. Inc. and LOC for Millions More Movement
In a time of increasing violence, financial distress and economic frustration ... it is important to stress and advocate the idea and promotion of peace. Come support this community’s cry to STOP THE VIOLENCE in their neighborhoods. There will be local community guest speakers, food, music and fun for all. So please spread the word to keep the peace in the streets and awareness in our communities. This will start a series of Peace Tours leading up to the 9th Annual “Stop the Violence” Peace Fest on October 4, 2009. We can help to stop the violence in our community by taking a stand in our neighborhoods, awareness and spreading the word of PEACE! Word of mouth is more powerful and more effective than any advertisement.
Peace Tour Schedule (tentative):
July 25, 2009 - Southern Ave & 20th Street (Hermosa Park)
August 22, 2009 - Park South (21st Street & Violet Drive)
September 19, 2009 - 7th Ave (7th Avenue & Baseline Road)
October 4, 2009 - 9th Annual “Stop the Violence” Peace Fest (South Mountain Activity Complex)
Statistics: In 2004, 5,292 young people ages 10 to 24 were murdered - an average of 15 each day. Persons under the age of 25 accounted for nearly 50 percent of those arrested for murder and 62 percent of those arrested for robbery in 2005. The number of youths involved with gangs has not declined and remains near the peak levels. The average age of a gang member is 14-21 years of age. However, gang members can be as young as eight years old to the mid 30s. Records show 85 percent to 95 percent of all domestic violence victims are female. 1,232 women are killed each year by an intimate partner. Domestic violence is the leading cause of injury to women. Approximately 1.3 million women and 835,000 men are physically assaulted by an intimate partner annually in the United States. In 2008, there were 2069 violent crimes reported in the South Phoenix area.
For more information about the Peace Tour/Block Party, please contact:
Therman A. Stewart Jr.
BEA, Inc.
Phone: 602-487-4885
Email Address: thepeacefest@yahoo.com
Web site address: www.myspace/peacefest & www.kbeaonline.com
The Miss Black Arizona Scholarship Foundation is proud to present the "Little Miss Black Arizona Scholarship Pageant" for girls ages 5-12 on August 29, 2009 at the Sheraton Crescent Hotel in Phoenix, AZ!
Contact Miss Black Arizona Today at 602-535-1291!
Submitted by Shakira Leak and Kelia Leak, Owners
PhxLove.com is a new way to date in the Valley.
PhxLove.com wants to help make love happen in the Valley. We are a new online dating service that offers many ways to meet that special someone, or just get back into the dating scene.
We are bringing the old and the new way of dating together.
The Phoenix metro area and across Arizona is a beautiful place and has a lot to offer, but when it comes to dating that’s another story. With the Valley being so spread out you are usually in your car. Where's the time to meet someone? Not all people want to meet someone at a nightclub, and I don't know who said the grocery store is a great place. In these days you’re busy counting your pennies.
PhxLove.com is trying to make meeting people just a little easier. The site is very user friendly and offers many ways to meet potential dates. There is IM, live chat, live video, profiles, and the opportunity to meet face-to-face.
Now here is where they offer something that I think is a little different from the other dating sites. As a member, you get the opportunity to meet other members on the site in a place that is provided by PhxLove.com.
We will host mixers and other events to give our members a chance to meet each other in comfortable atmosphere.
I know your thinking that this has to cost an arm and a leg, but it does not! PhxLove.com is economical as well as innovative. Like the old saying goes, “It doesn’t hurt to try.”
So try PhxLove.com Today!
I've known about Caribbean Fusion Restaurant and Bar for a long time, but my wife and I finally had a chance to experience the Scottsdale eatery in June 2009.
It was extremely important for me to bring my wife to Caribbean Fusion for two reasons:
1) She is a native of St. Croix in the United States Virgin Islands so she would be the best judge of the Caribbean cuisine.
2) She offered to pay!
We were both immediately pleased with the coziness of the environment inside and the friendly nature of our server, Judith. We've all been to a black-owned restaurant where the customer service was ... ahem ... downright rude! Everyone in Caribbean Fusion greeted us with a smile or a hello which was refreshing!
The menu featured a number of interesting dishes including jerk T-bone steak, lobster tail, fricassee chicken, Jamaican red peas soup and steamed crawfish.
My wife ordered the Braised Ox Tail with rice and peas and fried plantains. I'm embarassed to say that I gave into my addiction to BBQ and asked for the pork baby back ribs! I had all that Caribbean food at my disposal and I chose an American dish! Yeah, yeah, I know ...
I sampled some of my wife's Ox Tail before I tasted my ribs and it was excellent! Juicy, hot and mixed in with some of the rice! I'm a big fan of Ox Tail so I tried to convince her to trade with me. She wasn't havin' it!
Then I tried my ribs ... fall-off-the-bone meat, with a thick sauce! Caribbean Fusion's won't compare to anything that you'll find in Memphis, Kansas City or Chicago, but they were still tasty.
My favorite Caribbean side dish is fried plantains and Caribbean Fusion's version was pretty good. I think my wife's fried plantains are better.
My wife has had a few bad experiences with Caribbean-inspired restaurants here in the past but she was clearly impressed with this place! We were a little disappointed that we didn't hear any reggae, dancehall or calypso playin' softly in the background.
But all in all, my wife and I agreed that we will be visiting Caribbean Fusion again and again! And she will be payin' again and again!
Caribbean Fusion is located at 2515 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale and is open seven days a week! The phone number is (480)990-1599. Please visit caribbeanfusions.com for more information.
The Arizona Council of Black Engineers and Scientists (ACBES) is pleased to announce that it is now accepting applications for the 26th Annual ACBES Computer Camp.
Please click HERE to download the applications for the 26th Annual ACBES Computer Camp.
The Computer Camp is held on five consecutive Saturdays - July 11, 18, 25, August 1 & 8 - in Coor Hall on Arizona State University's Tempe Campus. The Computer Camp is from 8:30 AM to 2 PM each day.
The Teachers’ Workshop is scheduled from 9 AM to 1 PM on June 27 in Room L1-50 of Coor Hall. Snacks will be provided.
The Formal Registration is scheduled from 9 AM to 12 PM on June 27 in Room L1-54 of Coor Hall. Snacks will be provided.
The cost of the Computer Camp is $50 per student. This fee includes the cost of all class materials and meals.
The Computer Camp is designed to develop analytical, problem-solving skill sets within each student. This goal is attained by emphasizing the methodology involved with each student writing computer programs using the QBasic programming software language.
The Computer Camp features Personal Growth Workshops for the students.
The Computer Camp is for students in grades 7-11.
There is limited seating for students. Seats are on a "first-come, first-reserved" basis.
The Computer Camp is also seeking volunteers to be teachers and teacher assistants.
Please contact Marcus Green, 2009 Computer Camp Co-Chairperson, 480.441.0290 or at Marcus.Green@gdc4s.com for general questions or if you wish to volunteer as a teacher or helper.
The program’s success is directly related to the number of teachers/helpers we have in the classroom to provide one-on-one instruction to our students. We truly need any assistance that you may be able to provide, even if it just for one Saturday.
Within the last two or three years, I've noticed a dramatic increase in the number of networking events geared toward African Americans and business owners who wish to appeal to African Americans in the Phoenix area.
I think it's great to see professionals here trying to utilize these events to establish new contacts and promote their products/services. These networking socials are actually a lot of fun!
However, I wonder how effective these networking happy hours and socials have been for people here.
From an awareness standpoint, these gatherings have been great for PhxSoul.com! They've allowed me to spread the word to thousands of people who may have never heard about my Website! From a monetary standpoint, I haven't seen the "full fruits" of my labor but things are improving. I get positive feedback about PhxSoul.com from almost everyone I meet and that makes everything I do worthwhile.
But I want PhxSoul.com readers to chime in ...
Please feel free to share your answers by clicking on the Comments link below!
The City of Phoenix Head Start program is recruiting children for the 2009-2010 school year.
Families must meet federal income guidelines for family size, and children must be 3 or 4 before Sept. 1 to be eligible to enroll. Parents of children with special needs are encouraged to apply.
The 70 sites within the city’s service area have varied hours and schedules. Head Start offers children active learning activities, nutritious meals and snacks, health screenings, and disabilities and mental health services. Some sites also provide full-day Head Start or childcare services for working families.
The involvement of parents in education, program planning and operation is an important part of the Head Start program. Parents play an active role in all aspects of the program. Through that involvement and other training and activities, parents are able to gain skills and secure employment. Many Head Start employees are former Head Start parents.
For more information on how to apply, call 602-262-4040.
The city of Phoenix Neighborhood Service Department is offering grants to improve the energy efficiency of low-income households, through the U.S. Department of Energy’s Weatherization Assistance Program. A household of four can earn up to $44,100 annually, and qualify for the program.
Last year, Neighborhood Services completed 180 weatherizations on Phoenix homes and recently received $7.2 million in American Recovery and Reinvestment Act funds to complete approximately 1000 more, during the next three years.
“These additional funds will allow the department to continue our vision of building vibrant neighborhoods,” said Jerome Miller, director, Neighborhood Services.
Professionally trained weatherization crews perform on-site home energy audits using state-of-the-art equipment to determine ways to increase a home’s energy efficiency.
Grant funds may be used for a variety of projects, including insulation, duct sealing, weather stripping and caulking, repair or replacement of heating and cooling systems, among other projects. These weatherization measures create an average annual savings of $300 per home.
The city of Phoenix offers additional loans and grants designed to improve the safety, appearance and value of homes – available to Phoenix residents that meet income requirements.
For more information, contact the Neighborhood Services Department at 602-495-0700.
Last year, the Miss Black Arizona Scholarship Foundation awarded more than $4,000 in scholarships and prizes to nearly 30 contestants!
With a sold-out show, more than 600 people in the theater and on the heated patio witnessed the best in talent, beauty and education on a state level with 28 beautiful, educated and talented ladies!
The evening was culminated with the crowning of the 2009 Miss Black Teen Arizona USA, Rozan Latham and Miss Black Arizona USA, Brittanee’ Perkins.
Over the last five months, Rozan and Brittanee’ have indeed made their marks on the state of Arizona. Visiting Washington, D.C for the National Photo Shoot both queens networked and mingled with delegates from other states. Rozan Latham attended the Inauguration of President Barack Obama, a moment not soon to be forgotten. Since being crowned in November 2008 collectively, Brittanee’ and Rozan have participated in more than 75 events including: The Keys Community Center Christmas Toy Drive, The Bill Pickett Rodeo, the "State of the State Address" with Governor Jan Brewer and much more.
Recruitment for the 2010 Miss Black Arizona Scholarship Pageant has started and will cease on October 15, 2009. The Miss Black Arizona Scholarship Pageant will highlight the African American community and serve as a platform for young women and teens to showcase their talents, intelligence and beauty.
The pageant weekend showcase will take place at the Sheraton Cresent Hotel November 20-21, 2009. The pageant committee is seeking outgoing, talented, driven and strong African American females ages 12-27 for the Miss and Teen divisions. The Miss Black Arizona Scholarship Foundation will offer monthly workshops for all contestants including workshops on: Financial Planning, Dressing for Success, Pageant Etiquette and the 1st Annual Miss Black Arizona Fashion and Beauty Expo to name a few.
Beginning in September, Workshops and events will be held bi-weekly. Workshops are designed to help prepare the contestants for the pageant and well as develop the contestants in mind, body and spirit! Prospective contestants should visit www.missblackarizona.com to register for the 2010 pageant.
The African-American community is highly encouraged to get involved in this esteemed event, we are seeking guest speakers, volunteers, judges, financial support, prize sponsors (products and services), and supporters to continue to make dreams come true for our delegates. The community support of the 2009 Miss Black Arizona USA and Miss Black Teen Arizona USA Scholarship Pageant will speak volumes to the recognition and encouragement of academically talented young women. The Miss Black Arizona Pageant is a non-profit corporation recognized under the 501(c) 3 code of the IRS.
About the Miss Black Arizona Scholarship Foundation
The Miss Black Arizona Scholarship Foundation was developed to promote cultural, social, and leadership status, on a state and national level within the African American Community. The
Pageant provides a forum for today's African-American woman to express their viewpoints, talents and accomplishments to audiences. The Miss Black Arizona Pageant is a community-driven organization and is committed to addressing health and education, two leading social issues in the African American community. The Pageants celebrate scholastic achievement and believe that education is the key to lifelong success and empowerment. The Miss Black Arizona Pageant promotes education and leadership by providing scholarship opportunities to its winners. The Miss Black Arizona Pageant and Scholarship Foundation, Inc. is a non-profit corporation, recognized under the 501(c) 3 code of the Internal Revenue Service. It is our mission to provide educational opportunities to outstanding young women of color and to develop the 'whole woman mind, body, and spirit. Miss Black Teen Arizona USA and Miss Black Arizona USA are available for interviews, event hosting, and business appearances. For more information on how you or your company can get involved with the Miss Black Arizona Scholarship Foundation please visit www.missblackarizona.com; e-mail info@missblackarizona.com or kindly contact 602.535.1291.
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