“Amazing things happen when women help other women.”
-Madi’s Gospos
We are only able to do this through you, our generous supporters, because of your donations and support of signature fundraising events; such as the Legacy of Black Women Film Showcase, BowTies & Pearls, In Living Color: a Community Soiree, and facility rentals.
Melissa Deas Nail & Akilah Weaver Hill
“Service is the rent we pay for the privilege of living
on this earth.”
-Shirley Chisolm
We adhere to the highest standards of professionalism, ethics and personal responsibility, worthy of the trust we receive and extend to others. We act with honesty and integrity, not compromising the truth.
We value teamwork over individual effort, sharing knowledge to build on our collective strengths and interdependencies. We value the contributions of all, blending the skills of individual members in unsurpassed collaboration.
We are not separate from the community we serve. We form and maintain partnerships so we can maximize our effectiveness in strengthening the community. We are leaders and build relationships to create ever-greater value for the community we serve. We will strive to practice effective leadership at all levels and engage members so that they can give their best.
We value our shared vision for the future, our commitment to our mission, and our adherence to our values. Our values will guide us in making the best decisions possible in building a strong organization and a strong community. We will search for excellence and innovation in all that we do. We accept the need for risk taking and genuine mistakes as opportunities for learning.
